Walter 7-Inch Turbo-Action Backing Pad - Standard Black

Name: Walter 7-Inch Turbo-Action Backing Pad - Standard Black
Brand: Welders Helper
SKU: 15M007
Price: 39.19 CAD
Availability: InStock

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SKU: 15M007 Categories: Abrasives, Backing Pads

OVERVIEW

Stop Burning Through Your Discs!

Are you tired of your sanding discs glazing over and quitting before the job is done? The Walter 7" Turbo-Action Pad (Black) is designed to solve exactly that problem. Heat buildup is the number one reason sanding discs fail early. Walter's innovative Turbo-Action technology uses a specially designed ribbed surface and saucer shape to turn your backing pad into a cooling fan. As the pad spins, it forces air behind the disc, carrying away heat and keeping your abrasive sharp and cutting longer.

This specific model (15M007) comes in Black, which represents Walter's standard density. This makes it the perfect "go-to" pad for almost any application. It strikes the perfect balance: stiff enough to drive the grain into the metal for hogging off welds, yet flexible enough to smooth out surfaces without gouging. It's the versatile workhorse your 7-inch grinder needs.

Why choose the Walter Turbo-Action Pad?

Save Money: Cooler discs last longer, meaning you buy fewer replacements.
Work Faster: A cooler disc cuts more aggressively and doesn't glaze as quickly.
Versatile Performance: The standard black density handles everything from mild steel to stainless.

Upgrade your grinding setup today with the Walter 15M007 and experience the difference that proper thermal management makes in your daily fabrication work.

Additional Information
Brand:Walter Surface Technologies
Diameter:7 in
Item:Backing Pad
Packaging Description:1 per each
Color:Black
Flexibility:Standard
Design:Turbo-Action Ribbed
Compatible Disc Type:Resin Fiber Discs

INCLUDED

1x 7" Turbo-Action Backing Pad (Black)

APPLICATIONS

Mounting 7-inch resin fiber sanding discs
Heavy-duty weld removal and blending
Surface preparation on steel and stainless steel
General metal fabrication and finishing
Applications requiring heat management to prevent disc glazing

FAQ

This backing pad has a diameter of 7 inches, designed for use with 7-inch resin fiber discs.

In Walter's color-coding system, Black indicates standard flexibility. It is a medium density suitable for general-purpose grinding and sanding applications.

The Turbo-Action design features a ribbed, saucer-shaped profile that creates air channels behind the disc. This promotes airflow during rotation, dissipating heat and keeping the disc cooler.

Typically, the backing pad is sold as a standalone item. You will usually need to use the clamping nut provided with your grinder or purchase a compatible nut separately.

Yes, the standard flexibility is suitable for stainless steel, and the cooling features are particularly beneficial for stainless steel to prevent heat discoloration.

This pad is designed specifically for resin fiber sanding discs (RFD) with a 7/8" center hole.

The Black pad is considered 'Standard' density. It is semi-rigid, offering a balance between the stiffness needed for stock removal and the flex needed for smooth blending.

The manufacturer part number is 15M007.