RUPES D-A COARSE FOAM PAD

High-Performance Open-Cell Foam Pad

The Cutting Evolution: Power and Safety for Dual Action Polishers

The RUPES D-A COARSE Foam Pad is the evolution of the cutting pad, specifically designed to be used with Random Orbital and Gear-Driven polishers. Its unique new open-cell foam composition ensures the removal of moderate to severe defects, and it can work on virtually all paint types on the market today. This new pad, recommended by The Art of Car Care, combines the best features of the previous green and blue foam pads with improved durability and a more vibrant blue color. When paired with the new D-A COARSE Polishing Compound, it ensures optimal cut and a significantly improved finish.

What is the D-A COARSE Foam Pad?

The RUPES D-A COARSE Foam Pad is a high-performance polishing pad, developed and manufactured in Italy for BigFoot polishers. It represents the most aggressive (Coarse Cutting) solution within the RUPES D-A system, with a totally new composition that ensures the effective removal of extensive imperfections and scratches.

What is D-A COARSE Used for and How to Use It?

The D-A COARSE is made for the compounding phase, the first and most crucial step in paint defect correction. What is it for: It removes moderate to deep defects, such as heavy oxidation, deep scratches, and sanding marks. How to use: It is optimized for RANDOM ORBITAL (such as the iBrid series, LHR21, LHR15, LHR75E Mini, LHR12E Duetto) and GEAR-DRIVEN (LK900E) polishers. Apply a minimal amount of D-A COARSE Compound (or other recommended RUPES compounds like MILLE COARSE, Labocosmetica Audace, MILLE COARSE BLACK LINE, XC-2). It is crucial not to oversaturate the pad as too much polish can lead to reduced performance.

Is D-A COARSE Effective and Safe for Paint?

Absolutely yes. Although it is a high-CUT pad, its effectiveness is balanced for use with Dual Action (DA) machines, known for their ability to correct defects while minimizing the risk of holograms or overheating. Its new open-cell formulation ensures uniform abrasive action, making it safe for finishes and highly effective across a wide range of paints.

D-A COARSE Technical Specifications

• Category: High Performance Coarse Cutting Foam Pad
• Foam Type: Totally new open-cell composition
• Abrasiveness (CUT/GLOSS): High CUT, Low GLOSS
• Machine Compatibility: Random Orbital and Gear-Driven Polishers (Dual Action Orbital Polishers)
• Recommended Compounds: RUPES D-A COARSE, MILLE COARSE, Labocosmetica Audace, XC-2
• Available Sizes: From Ø35-40mm (1′′−1.5′′) up to Ø150-180mm (6′′−7′′)
• Origin: Made in Italy

How to Get the Most Out of D-A COARSE: Expert Advice from TACC

Pad maintenance is essential to ensure consistent and long-lasting performance. The Art of Car Care recommends cleaning pads frequently with compressed air or with the RUPES Claw Pad Tool to remove dried polish residue and paint. Post-Use Washing: After use, clean with warm water and neutral soap, rinsing well to remove residues. Drying: Air dry. Solvent Warning: Avoid using solvent-based compounds and aggressive cleaners to prevent damage to the foam's cellular structure.

Key Advantages of D-A COARSE

• Guaranteed removal of moderate to severe defects.
• Maximizes the power and effectiveness of RUPES Dual Action polishers.
• New open-cell composition for better performance management.
• Significantly improved durability compared to previous models.
• Effective on virtually all paint types on the market.
• Perfect synergy with RUPES D-A COARSE Compound for an optimal cut.