{"product_id":"rupes-da-coarse-wool-polishing-pad-6-inch-9nw160h","title":"RUPES 6\" D‑A Coarse Wool Polishing Pad for Dual Action Polishers, 9.NW160H","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: center; gap: 20px; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.smsdistributors.com\/collections\/rupes\" title=\"RUPES Collection\"\u003e \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0118\/2262\/files\/RUPES_Logo_small.jpg?v=1526846351\" alt=\"RUPES Logo\" style=\"height: 80px;\"\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eRUPES 6\" (160mm) D-A Precision Pro Coarse Wool Polishing Pad (9.NW160H)\u003c\/strong\u003e is engineered for maximum cutting performance on dual-action polishers. Featuring a dual-density wool surface made from two distinct fiber lengths, this pad delivers aggressive defect removal while maintaining a surprisingly refined finish compared to traditional single-density wool pads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned for use on \u003cstrong\u003erandom orbital\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003egear-driven\u003c\/strong\u003e polishers, the 9.NW160H pad is ideal for technicians who need fast correction of severe paint defects, oxidation, sanding marks, and heavy swirls.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis pad \u003cstrong\u003esupersedes the discontinued RUPES 9.BW180H coarse wool pad\u003c\/strong\u003e, offering improved performance, durability, and balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSold one pad per package. Made in USA.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDual-density wool construction\u003c\/strong\u003e for increased cutting power and balanced finishing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlue foam interface\u003c\/strong\u003e is rigid and dense, maximizing transfer of tool movement to the surface.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh cutting ability\u003c\/strong\u003e for rapid defect removal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompatible with 150mm (6\") backing plates\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEco-friendly packaging\u003c\/strong\u003e — 100% recyclable FSC-certified paper flow pack.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in USA.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCut \/ Gloss Performance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCut:\u003c\/strong\u003e High\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGloss:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRecommended Polishers\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRandom Orbital:\u003c\/strong\u003e RUPES Bigfoot iBrid HLR21 and LHR21\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGear Driven:\u003c\/strong\u003e RUPES Bigfoot LK900E Mille with 6\" backing plate \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRecommended Compounds\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.smsdistributors.com\/products\/rupes-da-coarse-polishing-compound-1000ml-9-dacoarse\" title=\"RUPES D-A COARSE High Performance Coarse Cut Polishing Compound 1L (9.DACOARSE)\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRUPES D-A Coarse Compound\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.smsdistributors.com\/products\/rupes-xc2-xtra-cut-compound-1000ml-9xc2\" title=\"RUPES XC-2 Xtra Cut Compound, 1L (1.056 Quart) (9.XC2)\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRUPES XC-2 Coarse Compound\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.smsdistributors.com\/products\/products-rupes-marine-xc-100-extra-cut-compound-1kg\" title=\"RUPES Marine XC‑100 Extra Cut Compound (9.XC100\/1KG)\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRUPES XC-100 Extra Cut Compound\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTips for Success\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUse genuine RUPES pads\u003c\/strong\u003e for optimal vibration control and tool balance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrime the pad properly\u003c\/strong\u003e before first use:\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFoam pads: apply compound in an “X” pattern and run the tool at low speed for 20 seconds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWool \u0026amp; microfiber pads: apply a thin spiral of compound and run at low speed for 20 seconds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReload with small amounts\u003c\/strong\u003e of compound — avoid oversaturation to maintain cutting performance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClean pads frequently\u003c\/strong\u003e during use with compressed air, vacuum, or the RUPES Claw Pad Tool.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAfter use:\u003c\/strong\u003e wash with warm water and mild soap, rinse thoroughly, and air dry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAvoid solvent-based cleaners\u003c\/strong\u003e to prevent damage to pad fibers and foam structure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUse at least two pads per vehicle\u003c\/strong\u003e, rotating (cycling) about every 10 minutes for consistent performance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePad Size \u0026amp; Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePart Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9.NW160H\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePad Diameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ø160mm (6\")\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBacking Plate Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e 150mm (6\")\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMachine Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Random Orbital \u0026amp; Gear Driven\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBigfoot RUPES Machines:\u003c\/strong\u003e iBrid HLR21, LHR21, LK900E Mille\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIndustry Applications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAutomotive paint correction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMarine gelcoat restoration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComposite surface refinement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIndustrial polishing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSMSDistributors Expert Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe dual-density wool layout gives this pad a unique balance of fast cutting and controlled finishing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe rigid blue foam backing improves stability on large-panel polishing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for technicians who want wool pad speed without sacrificing finish quality.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePairs exceptionally well with RUPES D-A Coarse compound for maximum defect removal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCategory\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRUPES → Polishing Pads → Wool Pads → D-A Series\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"RUPES","offers":[{"title":"1x 9.NW160H Buff Pad ($21.00 each)","offer_id":45055262654530,"sku":"9.NW160Hx1","price":21.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2x 9.NW160H Buff Pads ($20.00 each)","offer_id":45055262687298,"sku":"9.NW160Hx2","price":40.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0118\/2262\/files\/RUPES9.DA160HD-ACoarseWoolPolishingPad_4.jpg?v=1787533617","url":"https:\/\/www.smsdistributors.com\/products\/rupes-da-coarse-wool-polishing-pad-6-inch-9nw160h","provider":"SMSDistributors.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}