Rotary Speeds

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This came up on another forum, but who here uses their at 3000RPM? Yes that is RPM. I'll admit it but just asking the pro's out there to see if any of them do use their rotary at 3000RPM for polishing.



Thanks in advance.



EDIT: if not, what would you say is a good speed range?
 
Ive heard a rumor that some run their machines @ 2500, but never 3000.

As for sugessted speeds, I say from 1000 to 1500 will satisfy almost all needs.
 
I never use my rotary that high.

usdm pretty much nailed it. I'll normally use compounds between 1000 and 1500.

I'll polish around 2000 to 2500.
 
I think it depends on product and pad.



For example I'm using Automagic line and they recomend to use theit polish between 1500 and 2200 (New Car Glaze). I used it at 2200 with great results.

I guess it's not all about the defect removal but also for the time to do it.
 
Only time I go above 1500 is when I am working on severe defects on some hard clear coat like a vette. Then its only about 1700.
 
For me, I run it usually between 1000-1500. With the appropriate pad/polish I've been able to remove most defects without having to go higher. I'm the type to err on the side of caution and I'm always making sure that things don't get too hot. I'm sure there are some who are skilled to run higher as stated above... I'm just not one of them.
 
mihilc said:
I think it depends on product and pad.



For example I'm using Automagic line and they recomend to use theit polish between 1500 and 2200 (New Car Glaze). I used it at 2200 with great results.

I guess it's not all about the defect removal but also for the time to do it.
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I can relate to this one. As long as you're careful, confident and use proper technique, 2000-2500 RPMs can be used without a problem. I won't final finish that high, but on certain areas I'll bring up the speed a bit. I only do it when using wool pads, never foam.
 
David Fermani said:
I can relate to this one. As long as you're careful, confident and use proper technique, 2000-2500 RPMs can be used without a problem. I won't final finish that high, but on certain areas I'll bring up the speed a bit. I only do it when using wool pads, never foam.
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David, I got lost when you said :

As long as you're careful, confident and use proper technique, 2000-2500 RPMs can be used without a problem. I won't final finish that high, but on certain areas I'll bring up the speed a bit. I only do it when using wool pads, never foam.



Why would you bring up the speed on wool and definately not foam? Teach me. Confused.

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Changeling said:
David, I got lost when you said :

As long as you're careful, confident and use proper technique, 2000-2500 RPMs can be used without a problem. I won't final finish that high, but on certain areas I'll bring up the speed a bit. I only do it when using wool pads, never foam.



Why would you bring up the speed on wool and definately not foam? Teach me. Confused.

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Wool doesn't generate as much heat as foam pads. Especially heavy foam "cutting pads"
 
mcnab said:
Wool doesn't generate as much heat as foam pads. Especially heavy foam "cutting pads"
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Then why are wool pads so maligned literally to "Tools of destruction" on this web site?

David has helped me a lot in directing myself towards a rotary polisher. He has been the guiding influence in me purchasing a "Rotary", (If Coastal ever gets it in).



Changeling
 
Changeling said:
David, I got lost when you said :

As long as you're careful, confident and use proper technique, 2000-2500 RPMs can be used without a problem. I won't final finish that high, but on certain areas I'll bring up the speed a bit. I only do it when using wool pads, never foam.



Why would you bring up the speed on wool and definately not foam? Teach me. Confused.

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Foam will create alot more heat than wool and can burn the paint much easier. Plus, I don't use foam for cutting, just finishing, and higher speeds really don't help with foam.



Changeling said:
Then why are wool pads so maligned literally to "Tools of destruction" on this web site?

David has helped me a lot in directing myself towards a rotary polisher. He has been the guiding influence in me purchasing a "Rotary", (If Coastal ever gets it in).
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Thanks for the kind words. I'd have to say that most of the people on this site aren't really experienced with serious paint correction and are scared of things they don't know how much about. Most people here are more worried about the *best* LSP on the market instead of reconditioning paint. It could be the difference between a pro and a novice.
 
I agree also. I have been using a rotory for 15 years and I have used many different types of pads. For correcting wool generates less heat at higher speeds compared to foam. Years ago when I taught guys using a rotory on scrap hoods and junk auction cars they would do more damage using a foam cutting pad at 1500rpm then using a wool at 2500rpm. Foams work great at a recomended speed. Wool can run at a much higher speed with great results.



I personally would never run a foam pad above 2000 rpm. Anything above that the pad would turn into a sanding disc and result in damage.



I have done tons of heavy paint correction to full wetsands and have tested many different speeds and pads. Keep the speed at a minimal and the results will shine and follow suggested speeds on backs of bottles if you are uncertain. You are better off doing 2-3 1000rpm passes than to do one 2000rpm.
 
David Fermani said:
Foam will create alot more heat than wool and can burn the paint much easier. Plus, I don't use foam for cutting, just finishing, and higher speeds really don't help with foam.







Thanks for the kind words. I'd have to say that most of the people on this site aren't really experienced with serious paint correction and are scared of things they don't know how much about. Most people here are more worried about the *best* LSP on the market instead of reconditioning paint. It could be the difference between a pro and a novice.
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Good write up David as I agree with you. While LSP's can be fun for most and look great, but with perfect paint correction lsp's will soar to another level or maybe even a couple.:D



Also I think most people have a fear of wool cause they know most bodyshops use wool and get horrible results cause of poor practice, coarse compound product, skill, knowledge, and just being careless and not respecting the machine. Most of it really comes from too heavy of a compound with too high of speeds trying to rush the job out the door and not finishing it up with a finish polish.



David I think you and I are the top wool pad users on this site:grinno:
 
Wow 3000 rpm? Thats my redline on my 4 banger :nervous: J/K guys.



I normaly use around 1000 to 1500 rpm.
 
David Fermani said:
Foam will create alot more heat than wool and can burn the paint much easier. Plus, I don't use foam for cutting, just finishing, and higher speeds really don't help with foam.







Thanks for the kind words. I'd have to say that most of the people on this site aren't really experienced with serious paint correction and are scared of things they don't know how much about. Most people here are more worried about the *best* LSP on the market instead of reconditioning paint. It could be the difference between a pro and a novice.
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Understood David, thanks for explaining. Now I'm not scared to death, just slightly frightened, LOL

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