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Chemical Guys HEX-Logic Quantum Buffing Pad - Black -5.5″

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Chemical Guys HEX-Logic Quantum Buffing Pad - Black -5.5″ £14.99
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  • Zero cut Quantum finishing pad
  • Spreads sealant and wax evenly
  • Safe for freshly polished and soft paint
  • Race Face taper adds contact and stability
  • Precision Port vent releases centre heat
  • Hex-Logic grooves follow contoured panels
  • Minimises wasted wax and sealant
  • Made for dual action polishers
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Full Description

Why Buy This Product?

  • Black Quantum pads spread the perfect coat of glaze over any painted finish
  • Use Black Quantum Pads with JetSeal, M-Seal, or Butter Wet Wax
  • Black Quantum Pads are finishing pads; they have no cut and do not remove any paint
  • Only spread glaze/sealant/wax with a Dual-Action Polisher
  • Most efficient and advanced polishing pads on the market
  • Quantum Physics design maximizes surface contact, reduces and disperses heat, and reduces wear and tear on machine and pad
  • Race Face tapered profile increases pad surface area and stability while reducing wear and tear from heavy-handed polishing techniques
  • Precision Port vent hole releases heat and reduces stress from the center of the pad
  • Breathable backing attachment conducts airflow and heat more efficiently than older pads
  • Hex-Logic surface grooves spread product evenly and conform pad to contoured surfaces
  • Improved adhesives and manufacturing techniques ensures a strong bond that will not detach backing attachment from foam pad
  • Note: one pad included

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Key features

  • Zero Cut
  • Quantum Finishing Pad
  • 5.5in Diameter
  • Dual Action Use
  • Precision Port Vent

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Expert Notes

The Chemical Guys Black Hex-Logic Quantum pad is a 5.5in zero cut finishing pad for laying down sealants, waxes and glazes over freshly polished paint. It removes no paint and is designed for dual action polishers, which makes it the final machine step after cutting and polishing. The Quantum design pairs Hex-Logic grooves with a Race Face tapered profile for surface contact and stability, and a Precision Port vent hole releases heat from the centre of the pad. Chemical Guys describes it as safe for soft paint finishes. Pair it with a sealant or wax, a dual action polisher and matching backing plate, a pad cleaner and soft microfibre towels for buffing.

Perfect For / Suitable Surfaces

  • Freshly polished paintwork
  • Soft paint finishes
  • Bonnets and roofs
  • Doors and wings
  • Boot lids and tailgates
  • Flat and contoured panels
  • Painted bumpers

Caution: Use this pad on a dual action polisher only, as directed for Quantum finishing pads. It has no cut, so correct swirls and scratches with a polishing pad first.

Technical Specifications

Product Type
Foam Finishing Pad
Brand
Chemical Guys
Range
Hex-Logic Quantum
Colour
Black
Size
5.5in
Cut Level
Zero Cut
Profile
Race Face Tapered Profile
Ventilation
Precision Port Vent Hole
Machine
Dual Action Polisher
Primary Use
Applying Sealant, Wax And Glaze
Suitable For
Freshly Polished And Soft Paint Finishes
Pack Contents
1 x 5.5in Pad

How To Use

Using it

  1. Start with clean, dry paint that has been polished to the finish you want.
  2. Fit the pad centrally on a dual action polisher backing plate that suits a 5.5in pad.
  3. Apply a few small dots of sealant, wax or glaze to the pad face.
  4. Spread the product at low speed with light pressure and overlapping passes.
  5. Leave the product to cure as its maker directs, then buff off with clean microfibre.

Cleaning and storage

  1. Clear product from the pad face between panels with a pad brush.
  2. Wash the pad in warm water with a dedicated pad cleaner after use.
  3. Rinse and squeeze it out gently, never wring or twist the foam.
  4. Dry it face down at room temperature, away from direct heat.
  5. Store it in a sealed bag, away from cutting and polishing pads.

Top Tip: Use a thin coat: the Hex-Logic grooves spread sealant evenly, so extra product only makes buffing harder.

Performance Benefits

  • Lays down an even coat of protection
  • Gives full coverage with little product
  • High-gloss finish without new swirls
  • Resists wear from heavy-handed use
  • Extends pad and machine lifespan
  • Suits both flat and curved panels

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Black Quantum pad used for?

It is a zero cut finishing pad for applying sealants and waxes evenly over freshly polished paintwork. Chemical Guys lists it for products such as Jet Seal, Butter Wet Wax and Lava.

Does it cut or polish the paint?

No, the Black Quantum pad has no cut and does not remove any paint. Use a cutting or polishing pad first if the paint has swirls or scratches.

Which machine should I use it on?

Use it on a dual action polisher. The product information states that glaze, sealant and wax should only be spread with a dual action machine when using this pad.

What size is it?

This Black Quantum pad is 5.5in in diameter, and one pad is included.

What is the Race Face profile?

Race Face is the tapered profile of the Quantum pad. It increases pad surface area and stability and reduces wear from heavy-handed polishing.

Is it safe on soft paint?

Yes, Chemical Guys describes the Black Quantum pad as safe for freshly polished or soft paint finishes. It is designed to spread protection without introducing swirls.

How do I clean it?

Wash the pad in warm water with a dedicated pad cleaner, rinse well and squeeze out the water. Dry it face down away from direct heat before storing.

HQ Suggests Tips & Insights

  1. Correct the paint fully before reaching for this zero cut pad.
  2. Run it on a dual action polisher at a low speed.
  3. Apply thin coats of sealant or wax for easier buffing.
  4. Keep one Black pad for each sealant or wax you use.
  5. Clean the pad face between panels to avoid product build-up.
  6. Buff residue with a clean, plush microfibre towel.
  7. Store finishing pads away from compounds and cutting pads.
  8. Order online with UK-wide delivery from The Drivers HQ.

The Brand

Chemical Guys

Chemical Guys is a car care brand with its mailing address in Torrance, California, and it describes itself as more than a brand: "a lifestyle with a worldwide following". Its story says the company began by wiping the slate clean and starting fresh, and over the years grew into a huge library of detailing knowledge as well as a product range. That range runs from waxes to hybrid coatings, nano-polishes and ceramic sealants, alongside buffing pads, wash and interior care, air fresheners and odour eliminators.

The Drivers HQ stocks a Chemical Guys range led by machine polishing pads. There are Hex-Logic and Hex-Logic Quantum pads in medium cut, heavy cut and finishing grades, in 4 inch, 5.5 inch and 6.5 inch sizes, from the orange Hex-Logic Quantum Cutting Pad to the black Quantum Finishing Pad. Alongside the pads we carry odour and smoke eliminators such as the Stay Fresh Baby Powder Scented Air Freshener, hanging air fresheners, car shampoos, car waxes, wash mitts and pads, and After Wash.

Chemical Guys suits anyone moving from hand polishing to machine polishing, as well as detailers who already use a machine and want pads matched to each stage. The brand designs its Quantum pads for dual action and high-speed rotary polishers, attached by hook and loop. A typical correction runs from a cutting pad with a compound, through a polishing pad with a finer polish, to a finishing pad for a glaze, wax or sealant. Shampoos and wash mitts then cover the regular maintenance wash, with waxes to top up protection between corrections.

Buy Chemical Guys from The Drivers HQ with UK-wide delivery by tracked Royal Mail, or call in at our walk-in store in Ilkeston, Derbyshire, where Click & Collect is free. Whether you are replacing a worn polishing pad, building a set of pads for a full correction or adding a new scent to your car, you can combine Chemical Guys products with the rest of your detailing and car care essentials in a single order.

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Driven by a Passion for Shine

Chemical Guys puts a passion for shine at the heart of its story. The brand says it is "Driven by adventure, a passion for shine, and a love for the road ahead", and it welcomes anyone who shares that passion to become part of its family. Its story describes the team as passion-filled car enthusiasts who work every day to make the things they love shine their brightest.

Teaching is a large part of that approach. Chemical Guys says it believes "everyone should be able to achieve a show car shine", and alongside professional level products it provides a vast library of detailing how to guides and courses. The brand calls itself a culture of thinkers and makers, and says detailing is a lifestyle it lives day in, day out, not just something it does.

In its own words, Chemical Guys never stops testing and improving, because it believes good is never good enough. It also says detailing should be fun, and that not a day goes by without its team smiling, laughing and enjoying the work. Whether you are washing your car or shopping for a new sealant, the brand wants you to have a smile on your face while you do it.

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Hex-Logic Pads and Odour Control

Chemical Guys says its Hex-Logic pads use "laser-cut hexagons to evenly spread product across flat or angled surfaces", with honeycomb-like grooves that hold product in the pad for smoother application and reduce friction during use. On the Quantum pads, a Precision Port vent hole in the centre disperses more heat, which the brand says means less wear and tear on both pad and machine. The Drivers HQ stocks both Hex-Logic and Hex-Logic Quantum pads across cutting, polishing and finishing grades.

Each colour is matched to a job. The brand describes the orange Quantum pad as a medium cutting pad that removes light to moderate defects such as swirls, scratches, oxidation and water spots, and the black Quantum Finishing Pad as a no-cut pad for spreading final sealants and wax coatings evenly on freshly polished paint. Our range includes 4 inch, 5.5 inch and 6.5 inch pads to suit different machines and backing plates.

For the interior, Chemical Guys says the formula in its odour eliminating sprays uses active enzymes that neutralise the germs and bacteria causing odours, then leaves behind only the fresh scent of the product. We stock the Stay Fresh Baby Powder Scented Air Freshener among a wider selection of odour and smoke eliminators, plus hanging air fresheners, so you can tackle stubborn smells such as smoke and keep the cabin smelling fresh.

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