I am interested in installing a smaller BP on my rptary to utilize less costly, smallersize pads. Also for getting the rotary into smaller areas with better control. Now the BIG question , are the results work the cost of BP and pads? Also where to purchase and cost. With dial up it takes a LONG time to navigate large sites, and I didnt see whatI wanted in the DC store (I wear glasses and my eyes are watering this morning). So who has what I am looking for and cost? Thanks RANDAL:dcrules:help:
looking for smaller backing plate
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Both the DC Store and AG have 6" Velcro backing plates for the rotary.
AG also has a 5" Velcro backing plate for the rotary.
Would there be a difference in the construction of a pad designed for rotary use and one for a DA?
I would think the pad on a rotary would get quite warm and both the pad material and the adhesive might need to be more heat resistant. :dunno:
AG also has a 5" Velcro backing plate for the rotary.
Would there be a difference in the construction of a pad designed for rotary use and one for a DA?
I would think the pad on a rotary would get quite warm and both the pad material and the adhesive might need to be more heat resistant. :dunno:
dr_detail
Beautification Specialist
Try one of these...
3M 9145 (4-1/2"disc pad holder 5/8-11 14111-4)
It's 4 1/2" and they come in smaller sizes --- all the way down to 2". They are also available with diffrent shank's as well as threads. The plate is a little stiffer, and the hook and loops are stronger as well as integrated into the plastic. Not only do they last longer than standard velcro backed plates, there is no glue to seperate. They may cost a bit more, but to me, it's well worth the added expense.
As for a diffrence in pads, there isn't much, but I think in this thread RANDAL is inquiring about backing plates. If so, first and foremost, the spindle's are diffrent, second, the safe operating RPM's needed for a rotary far excede those of a DA.
3M 9145 (4-1/2"disc pad holder 5/8-11 14111-4)
It's 4 1/2" and they come in smaller sizes --- all the way down to 2". They are also available with diffrent shank's as well as threads. The plate is a little stiffer, and the hook and loops are stronger as well as integrated into the plastic. Not only do they last longer than standard velcro backed plates, there is no glue to seperate. They may cost a bit more, but to me, it's well worth the added expense.
As for a diffrence in pads, there isn't much, but I think in this thread RANDAL is inquiring about backing plates. If so, first and foremost, the spindle's are diffrent, second, the safe operating RPM's needed for a rotary far excede those of a DA.
I'm sure he is and I understand that quite well.
My comment was intended to make him aware that just buying a smaller backing plate might not mean he can use any pad that happens to fit that plate.
All my pads for my PC would probably fit on a 6" or smaller rotary backing plate, but that doesn't necessarily mean they would stand up to that use.
They very well might, but since manufacturers make both DA and rotary pads, there just might be a reason.
dr_detail
Beautification Specialist
I'm sure Aaron over @ Edge would is best versed in pad adaptability issues on this forum. But from my experience, execpt for the centering hole, and pad thickness, I have yet to find any performance diviance when switching amongst pads (I don't use Edge pads though).
black bart
New member
I have used my LC pads on both my PC and Rotary and no problems ao far.