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Chemical Guys - HEX-Logic Quantum Finishing Pad - Black 6.5″

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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.
- Most efficient and advanced polishing pads on the market.
- Quantum Physics designmaximizes 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 holereleases heat and reduces stress from the center of the pad.
- 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.

  • Extra-light duty pad with no cut
  • Spreads waxes, sealants and glazes
  • Safe for freshly polished paintwork
  • Hex-Logic grooves spread product evenly
  • Race Face tapered profile adds stability
  • Precision Port vent releases centre heat
  • Conforms to curved and contoured panels
  • One 6.5 inch pad included
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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.
- Most efficient and advanced polishing pads on the market.
- Quantum Physics designmaximizes 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 holereleases heat and reduces stress from the center of the pad.
- 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

  • 6.5 Inch Pad
  • Zero Cut
  • Finishing Pad
  • Wax And Sealant
  • Vent Hole

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Expert Notes

The Chemical Guys Hex-Logic Quantum Finishing Pad in black is a 6.5 inch, no cut foam pad for the final protection stage of a machine polishing detail. Chemical Guys rates it extra-light duty, so it removes no paint and belongs after compounding and polishing, when the job is to lay down an even coat of wax, sealant or glaze. The Quantum design combines laser-cut Hex-Logic grooves with a Race Face tapered profile and a Precision Port vent hole, helping the pad spread product evenly, follow curved panels and shed heat. It suits enthusiasts and professionals using a machine polisher with a backing plate that fits a 6.5 inch pad. Pair it with a machine-applied wax or sealant, soft microfibre buffing towels and a pad cleaning brush.

Perfect For / Suitable Surfaces

  • Freshly polished paintwork
  • Soft paint finishes
  • Flat body panels
  • Curved and contoured panels
  • Bonnets, roofs and doors
  • Car and van bodywork

Caution: This pad has no cut and will not remove swirls, scratches or oxidation. Correct the paint first, and keep the spinning pad off glass, rubber trim and badges.

Technical Specifications

Product Type
Finishing Foam Pad
Brand
Chemical Guys
Range
Hex-Logic Quantum
Colour
Black
Size
6.5in
Cut Level
No Cut, Extra Light Duty Finishing
Material
Ultra-Soft Foam
Face Design
Laser-Cut Hex-Logic Grooves
Profile
Race Face Tapered Profile
Ventilation
Precision Port Centre Vent Hole
Primary Use
Applying Waxes, Sealants And Glazes
Pack Contents
1 Pad

How To Use

Using it

  1. Centre the 6.5in pad on a backing plate suited to its size and press it firmly into place.
  2. Apply a few small dots of wax, sealant or glaze to the pad face.
  3. Place the pad flat on the panel before starting the machine, so product does not sling.
  4. Spread the product over one section at a time with light pressure and a low speed.
  5. Leave a thin, even coat and follow the product label for cure and removal times.
  6. Buff off the residue with a clean, soft microfibre towel.

Cleaning and storage

  1. Brush or blow out the pad face between panels to stop product building up.
  2. Hand wash the pad in warm water with a dedicated pad cleaner after use.
  3. Squeeze the foam gently rather than wringing it, to protect the backing.
  4. Leave the pad to air dry face down, away from direct heat.
  5. Store clean, dry pads in a sealed bag or box away from dust and grit.

Top Tip: Keep this pad for protection products only, so no polish residue ends up in your wax or sealant coat.

Performance Benefits

  • Final step after machine polishing
  • Spreads protection in even coats
  • Safe on freshly polished paint
  • Follows curved and contoured panels
  • Releases heat from pad centre
  • Minimises wasted wax and sealant

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Chemical Guys Black Quantum pad used for?

It is a no cut finishing pad for spreading waxes, sealants and glazes evenly over freshly polished paintwork. Chemical Guys describes it as an extra-light duty finishing pad.

Will this pad remove swirls or scratches?

No, the Black Quantum pad has no cut and does not remove any paint. Correct defects with a cutting or polishing pad first, then use this pad to apply the protection coat.

What size is this pad?

This is the 6.5 inch Hex-Logic Quantum Finishing Pad in black, Chemical Guys SKU BUFX116HEX6. Check that your polisher's backing plate suits a 6.5 inch pad before ordering.

How many pads are included?

One 6.5 inch black Quantum pad is included. Many detailers keep a separate finishing pad for each wax or sealant they use.

Which waxes and sealants can I use with it?

It suits Chemical Guys Jet Seal, M-Seal, Butter Wet Wax and Lava, or your favourite sealant. The pad is made for spreading waxes, sealants and glazes, not polishes or compounds.

Does the Quantum pad have a vent hole?

Yes, Chemical Guys states that the Quantum pad has an added vent hole to prevent overheating. The Precision Port vent releases heat from the centre of the pad and reduces stress on the pad.

What does the Quantum design add?

The Quantum pad pairs the Hex-Logic grooved face with a Race Face tapered profile, which increases pad surface area and stability. The laser-cut hexagons spread product evenly and help the pad conform to contoured panels.

Is it safe on soft paint?

Yes, Chemical Guys lists the Black Quantum pad as safe for freshly polished or soft paint finishes. As with any machine work, test your process on a small area first.

HQ Suggests Tips & Insights

  1. Mask rubber trim and badges with tape before any machine work.
  2. Try the whole process on one panel before moving to the rest.
  3. Keep the pad flat rather than tilting it onto its edge.
  4. Work in overlapping passes so no strip of paint is missed.
  5. Work on cool panels out of direct sunlight.
  6. Switch to a clean pad if the face becomes clogged with product.
  7. Retire a pad once the foam tears or the backing starts to lift.
  8. UK-wide delivery from The Drivers HQ, plus our walk-in store in Ilkeston, Derbyshire.

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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