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

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Chemical Guys HEX-Logic Quantum Buffing Pad - Green -5.5″ £14.99
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  • Green Hex-Logic Quantum one-step pad
  • Removes swirl marks and scratches
  • Refines and restores deep gloss
  • Quantum design maximises surface contact
  • Race Face tapered profile design
  • Precision Port vent releases heat
  • Breathable backing conducts airflow
  • One pad included per pack
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Full Description

Why Buy This Product?

  • Green Quantum pads remove swirl marks, scratches, oxidation, and water spots from painted finishes, then refine and restore deep gloss and shine
  • Green pads are perfect for one-step polishes like VSS Scratch & Swirl Remover and V4 All In One Polish & Sealant
  • 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

  • 5.5in Pad
  • One-Step Pad
  • Green Colour
  • One Pad Included

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Expert Notes

The Chemical Guys Green Hex-Logic Quantum pad combines cutting and finishing in a single foam pad, aimed at detailers working softer or newer paint that does not need a separate correction stage. Its Quantum design and Race Face tapered profile spread contact across contoured panels, while the Precision Port vent hole and breathable backing help manage heat during longer polishing sessions. Paired with a one-step polish such as VSS Scratch and Swirl Remover or V4 All In One Polish and Sealant, it removes light to moderate swirls, scratches and oxidation while restoring gloss and clarity in one pass. It suits enthusiasts and professionals wanting a quicker correction routine, working alongside microfibre towels and a dedicated backing plate. One 5.5in pad is included per pack.

Perfect For / Suitable Surfaces

  • Painted body panels
  • Bonnets and boot lids
  • Curved body panels
  • Softer or newer paint finishes
  • Swirl marks and light scratches
  • Oxidised paintwork
  • Water spot marks

Caution: Always check paint condition before machine polishing, and keep this pad away from trim, badges or unpainted plastic mouldings.

Technical Specifications

Product Type
Heavy Cut Foam Pad
Brand
Chemical Guys
Size
5.5in
Colour
Green
Pattern
Hex Logic Quantum
Pack Contents
One Pad
Primary Use
One Step Cut And Polish
Compatible Polish
VSS Scratch And Swirl Remover, V4 All In One Polish And Sealant

How To Use

Using it

  1. Attach the pad to a compatible backing plate.
  2. Apply a small amount of one-step polish to the pad.
  3. Work one panel section at a time with overlapping passes.
  4. Use moderate machine speed and consistent pressure.
  5. Wipe away residue and check the finish before moving on.

Cleaning and storage

  1. Clean the pad with a pad cleaning brush or spur after use.
  2. Rinse thoroughly if the pad becomes heavily loaded with product.
  3. Leave the pad to dry fully before storing.
  4. Store flat or hung away from heat and direct sunlight.

Top Tip: Use a light, even coating of polish and let the pad do the work rather than pressing hard.

Performance Benefits

  • Cuts and polishes in one pass
  • Bridges cutting and finishing in one pad
  • Reduces heat during machine use
  • Maximises contact on contoured panels
  • Restores gloss and clarity
  • Conducts airflow through the backing

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Green Hex-Logic Quantum pad used for?

It is a one-step pad that cuts light to moderate swirls, scratches and oxidation, then finishes to restore gloss and clarity.

What size is this pad?

This is the 5.5in Green Hex-Logic Quantum buffing pad.

What polish should I use with it?

Chemical Guys pairs the green pad with one-step polishes such as VSS Scratch and Swirl Remover or V4 All In One Polish and Sealant.

How many pads come in the pack?

One pad is included per pack.

What does the Precision Port vent do?

It is a centre vent hole that releases heat and reduces stress at the middle of the pad.

Is this pad suitable for softer paint?

Yes, Chemical Guys designed it as ideal for softer or newer paint finishes.

What backing does the pad use?

It uses a breathable backing attachment that conducts airflow and heat away from the pad.

Do you deliver UK-wide?

Yes, The Drivers HQ offers UK-wide delivery.

HQ Suggests Tips & Insights

  1. Use one-step polish for the fastest cut and finish combination.
  2. Keep the pad clean during use to avoid marring.
  3. Work in small sections for even coverage.
  4. Match pad choice to how soft the paint is.
  5. Store the pad away from heat and direct sunlight.
  6. Keep wheel pads separate from paintwork pads.
  7. Test on a small hidden area first if unsure.
  8. UK-wide delivery is available 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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