3M Hookit Disc Pad 05776, Easy Change Out, Medium Density Foam, 6 in

I have used these for years--they do a much quicker and overall better job than belt sanders and changing grit pads is a breeze. There is, however, one serious glitch. In heavy use, the pad locks permanently to the spindle. Meaning that no available leverage or torque can get the damned thing off when you need to replace it. I have tried using anti-seize grease, I have tried loosening immediately after each use, I have tried modifying an open-end wrench to supplement just pulling on the outside of the disc with the spindle locked--basically nothing prevents the problem from recurring. Since the pads are so expensive, one uses them as long as possible. But sooner or later, the pad must be replaced (try VERY hard to avoid catching the edge of the pad on the edge of hardwood!). At that point, frustration ensues. It makes an expensive sander unusable after one or two pad changes. This alone has made me switch from Makita to Nieko--they have the same problems, but the Nieko costs 1/3 the Makita and works nearly as well.

I guess. I figure they all are about the same. I bought it to use when my other wears out. They all do over time..

Don’t know was a gift.

3m failed almost immediately. Griots 5in backplate works like a champ.

Nice

Perfect.

Nothing better than hook and loop when you are wet sanding a sailboat hull

3M quality you expect. Built to last, great value for the money. Hook action is excellent.

Whats another word for lightning fast delivery? Wow, here in no time. It was well packaged, and undamaged. Looks like it will be just the ticket I was searching for. A good quality 3M product. My last one just crumbled apart from just sitting. Looks like this one wont. Minus one star for a little pricey but that is all and will update any further issues with it.

Works perfectly.