Lake Country SDO Orange Light Cutting Pad
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Description
Light cut with a great finish.
Most paint needs more than a finishing polish but less than a heavy compound. The Lake Country SDO Orange Light Cutting Pad sits right in that sweet spot. It removes swirl marks, light scratches, oxidation, water spots and other moderate defects, while still finishing down well enough to restore real gloss and clarity. That makes it ideal for one-step enhancements and the polishing stage of multi-step correction.
The SDO range
Standard Duty Orbital (SDO) pads use the same foams as Lake Country's HDO line, but without the dual-layer construction. They're designed for random orbital DA polishers with a centre-ventilated backing plate, and the foams stay firm and consistent through the whole heat cycle, even on long-throw machines.
Centre-ventilated cooling
A centre hole creates a tunnel that releases heat from the middle of the pad. That lowers surface temperatures, reduces the risk of paint damage, extends pad life and helps with perfect pad alignment on the backing plate.
Tapered edge
The tapered edge stops the pad rolling, keeps it rotating well and gives you precision on curved and contoured panels and in tight areas.
Key features
- Light to medium cut: removes swirls, light scratches and oxidation
- Excellent finish: restores gloss and clarity without excess aggression
- Centre-ventilated cooling chamber: lower temperatures and longer pad life
- Tapered edge: no rolling, great rotation and precision on curves
- Consistent foam: stays firm through the heat cycle
- Long-throw friendly: built for DA polishers, including long-throw machines
What it removes
- Swirl marks
- Light scratches
- Oxidation
- Water spots
- General paint imperfections
Choose your size
| Size | Best for |
|---|---|
| 3.5" | Spot repairs and tight areas: pillars, mirrors and bumper edges |
| 5.5" | All-round correction on panels and curves |
| 6.5" | Fast coverage on large, flat panels |
Where it fits in the Lake Country system
| Step | Pad | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| Heavy cut | Low Lint Wool Cutting Pad or CCS Yellow Cutting Pad | Remove deep defects |
| Light cut / polish | SDO Orange (this pad) | Remove swirls and restore gloss |
| Finish | SDO Black Finishing Pad | Maximise gloss and clarity |
Best used with
Compounds and cutting polishes, for moderate correction and gloss restoration.
How to use
- Prep: wash, decontaminate and dry the paint.
- Fit the pad: attach it to a centre-ventilated backing plate on your DA polisher.
- Prime the pad: spread a small amount of compound or polish across the face.
- Test spot: check the level of correction on a small section first.
- Polish: work small sections with slow, overlapping passes, keeping the pad flat.
- Wipe and inspect: remove the residue and check under good light.
Pad care
- Clean the pad face regularly during use, or use a pad washer like the Lake Country System 4000.
- Wash after use with warm water and a pad cleaner, then air-dry face down.
FAQs
Is it a cutting pad or a polishing pad?
It's a light-cut pad. It removes moderate defects but finishes well enough for one-step jobs.
What backing plate do I need?
A centre-ventilated backing plate, so the cooling chamber can do its job.
Can I use it on a long-throw DA?
Yes. SDO foams are designed for consistent performance on long-throw polishers.
Shipping & returns
Free standard shipping on orders over $150. Orders placed before 1pm AEST are dispatched the same business day. 30 day returns on unopened product.
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