7940 Siaair 6″ Foam Sanding Disc – 800 Grit Surface Prep
The 7940 Siaair 6″ Sanding Disc (800 Grit) is the professional standard for critical surface preparation prior to painting or varnishing. This medium-fine grit is specifically engineered for the fine sanding of primer fillers, particularly in difficult contours and hard-to-reach areas where rigid abrasives might cause damage. It excels at creating a uniform matte finish on old lacquers and composite materials, providing the perfect mechanical adhesion (“key”) required for applying base coats or top coats without showing deep scratch marks.
Innovative Foam Technology for Curves
What distinguishes the 7940 Siaair from standard sandpaper is its pressure-equalizing foam backing. This flexible layer allows the abrasive to mold itself to the workpiece, making it the ultimate solution for sanding bumpers, door handles, and complex body lines. The foam acts as a shock absorber, ensuring a soft grinding action that prevents “sand-through” on edges and ridges. This adaptability makes it a safer, more consistent choice for prepping surfaces that aren’t perfectly flat.
Superior Wet Sanding Performance
Designed for versatility, the 7940 Siaair is optimized for both dry and wet sanding applications. The sponge-like structure is capable of absorbing water (up to many times its own weight), which ensures the sanding surface stays cool and lubricated during the process. This moisture retention, combined with an advanced coating process and aluminum oxide grain, actively resists clogging. The result is a disc that cuts cleaner for longer, reducing dust in dry applications and extending the lifespan of the abrasive significantly compared to paper-backed alternatives.
Application:
- Matt finishing of conventional old and new varnishes as well as composite materials
- Fine sanding of primer filler in hard-to-reach areas
- Preparation for polishing on high-gloss surfaces
Use for:
- Color
- Lacquer
- Old lacquer
- Gelcoat polyester
- Plastics
- Acrylic glass
- Composite
Profile
Grit type:
Aluminum oxide
Backing:
Knitted fabric with foam backing
Coating:
Special process
Bonding:
Resin over resin