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Chemical Guys HEX-Logic Quantum Heavy Polishing Pad Green 6.5in

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Chemical Guys HEX-Logic Quantum Heavy Polishing Pad Green 6.5in Chemical Guys HEX-Logic Quantum Heavy Polishing Pad Green 6.5in £17.99
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Why Buy This Product?

  • Cuts and polishes in a single step
  • Removes light to moderate swirls and scratches
  • Finishes like a polishing pad after cutting
  • Suited to softer or newer paint
  • Pairs with one-step polish products
  • Tapered Race Face profile for stability
  • Centre vent hole lets heat escape
  • Large 6.5in face for broad panels
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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 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

  • One-Step Pad
  • Heavy Polishing
  • 6.5in Pad
  • For Softer Paint
  • DA And Rotary

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Expert Notes

The Chemical Guys Hex-Logic Quantum Heavy Polishing Pad in green is a 6.5in foam pad for one-step machine polishing. It cuts like a cutting pad to remove light to moderate swirls, scratches and oxidation, then finishes like a polishing pad, and Chemical Guys recommends it for softer or newer paint finishes. Pair it with a one-step polish, such as an all in one polish and sealant, plus a pad conditioner and a pad brush. Chemical Guys builds Quantum pads for dual action and rotary polishers, and the Race Face tapered profile and Precision Port vent help with stability and heat. It suits enthusiasts who want to cut and polish in a single pass. One pad is included.

Perfect For / Suitable Surfaces

  • Painted car panels
  • Softer paint finishes
  • Newer paintwork
  • Lightly swirled paint
  • Oxidised paintwork
  • Contoured body panels
  • Bonnets, roofs and doors

Caution: Machine polishing with an abrasive polish removes a little paint. Test a small section first and avoid edges, trim, badges and panel gaps.

Technical Specifications

Product Type
Foam Polishing Pad
Brand
Chemical Guys
Range
Hex-Logic Quantum
Size
6.5in
Pack Contents
1 Pad
Colour
Green
Design
Hex-Logic Grooves, Race Face Tapered Profile
Cut Level
Heavy Polishing, One-Step Cut And Finish
Ventilation
Precision Port Centre Vent Hole
Backing
Hook-And-Loop
Suitable For
Softer Or Newer Paint Finishes
Compatibility
Dual Action And Rotary Polishers

How To Use

Using it

  1. Centre the pad on a hook-and-loop backing plate before switching on.
  2. Apply five small dots of one-step polish to prime the pad face.
  3. Mist a little pad conditioner onto the face, as Chemical Guys advises.
  4. Spread the polish at a low speed, then raise the speed to work it in.
  5. Work one small section at a time with slow, overlapping passes.
  6. Wipe away residue with a clean microfibre towel and check the gloss.

Cleaning and storage

  1. Brush out spent polish between sections to keep the face working evenly.
  2. Hand wash the pad in warm water with a dedicated pad cleaner after use.
  3. Press water out gently rather than wringing or twisting the foam.
  4. Leave it to dry face down on a clean surface.
  5. Store it in a clean, dust-free bag once fully dry.

Top Tip: On softer paint, try this pad with a one-step polish before reaching for a cutting pad.

Performance Benefits

  • Clears light to moderate paint defects
  • Restores gloss, clarity and depth
  • Saves a polishing step on soft paint
  • Tackles oxidation and water spots
  • Conforms to curved body panels
  • Vents heat from the pad centre

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the green Quantum pad do?

It cuts like a cutting pad to remove light to moderate swirls, scratches and oxidation, then finishes like a polishing pad to restore gloss, clarity and depth.

What size is it?

This is the 6.5in green Chemical Guys Hex-Logic Quantum Heavy Polishing Pad. One pad is included.

Which polishes suit it?

Chemical Guys recommends one-step polishes such as VSS Scratch & Swirl Remover or V4 All In One Polish & Sealant.

Is it suitable for soft paint?

Yes. Chemical Guys describes it as ideal for softer or newer paint finishes and safer than cutting pads for sensitive paint.

Can I use it with a rotary polisher?

Yes. Chemical Guys states that Quantum pads are built for both dual action and rotary polishers, and they attach with a hook-and-loop backing.

How do I prime the pad?

Chemical Guys advises centring the pad on the backing plate, applying five small dots of compound or polish and spraying pad conditioner onto the face.

Do you deliver across the UK?

Yes, The Drivers HQ offers UK-wide delivery, and our walk-in store is in Ilkeston, Derbyshire.

HQ Suggests Tips & Insights

  1. Use it with a one-step polish for combined cut and finish.
  2. Test a small section to confirm one pass is enough.
  3. Prime the dry pad with small dots of polish before use.
  4. Brush the pad face clean between each section.
  5. Keep the pad flat so the whole face stays in contact.
  6. Step up to a cutting pad only when defects remain after testing.
  7. Wash and fully dry the pad before storing it.
  8. Order online with UK-wide delivery from The Drivers HQ.

The Brand

Chemical Guys

Chemical Guys is an American car care brand, operated by Smart, LLC and based in Torrance, California. It combines car care chemicals with detailing education and a community of enthusiasts, and its stated mission includes making professional-style results achievable at home through clear instruction. Its lines include the Hex-Logic polishing pads, Mr. Pink shampoo and a long list of air freshener scents.

At The Drivers HQ we stock Chemical Guys online with UK delivery and in our Ilkeston shop: Hex-Logic and Hex-Logic Quantum pads, shampoos, waxes and detailers, interior cleaners, wash mitts and a wide choice of air fresheners. Popular choices include the Hex-Logic Light Polishing Pad, the Quantum Buffing Pad in red and Mr. Pink shampoo.

Chemical Guys HEX-Logic pads in red, white, orange and black on a black display plinth, the red Quantum pad showing its printed back

Hex-Logic polishing pads by colour

Chemical Guys colour-codes its Hex-Logic pads by task, so choose the colour for the job. The Hex-Logic Quantum pads have laser-cut hexagonal grooves and a central Precision Port opening, which Chemical Guys says reduce heat, friction and wear.

Start with the least aggressive pad that removes the defect. Shop more polishing pads.

Chemical Guys red HEX-Logic Quantum pad on a dual action polisher on red paint, with the black Quantum pad held ready

Chemical Guys wash, protection, interior and air fresheners

Shampoos. Mr. Pink is a pH-balanced shampoo that Chemical Guys says is safe on existing protection, used in a bucket, foam gun or foam cannon; its dose is 1 to 3oz (about 30 to 90ml) in a 5 gallon (about 19 litre) bucket. Maxi-Suds II comes original, Grape Fusion and Strawberry Clear. Also Glossworkz, Clean Slate, Stripper Suds and, for matte paint, Meticulous Matte Auto Wash with its Detailer & Spray Sealant.

Waterless, waxes and protection. Swift Wipe, EcoSmart and EcoSmart RU waterless washes; Butter Wet Wax, Cherry Wet Wax and Instawax; After Wash; HydroView ceramic glass cleaner and coating; Wax Coat Wheel Guard; Heavy Duty Water Spot Remover; and Wipe Out surface cleanser.

Dressings and interior. Silk Shine, Clear Liquid Extreme Shine and Barebones for the undercarriage; inside, InnerClean, the Leather Quick Detailer, Foaming Citrus Fabric Clean and Lightning Fast Stain Extractor.

Mitts and tools. Bear Claw mitt and pad, chenille mitts in black and blue, the Stiffy Brush, the Soft Stool detailing cart and a logo bucket sticker.

Air fresheners. Scents include New Car Smell, Signature Scent, Black Frost, Leather Scent, Fresh Cherry Blast, Chuy Bubble Gum (also hanging), Fresh Glazed Doughnut, Buttered Up, Honeydew, Fresh Slice Watermelon, Fresh Cut Grass, JDM Fresh Citrus Squash, Mangocello, Mom's Pound Cake, Pina Colada, Purple Stuff Grape, Rides and Coffee, Stay Fresh Baby Powder, Vanilla Bean and Warm American Apple Pie.

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