Maxshine DA clay pad

Maxshine DA Clay Pad - 5”

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Maxshine DA Clay Pad - 5” £13.99
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  • Maxshine DA clay pad
  • Size 5in
  • Removes bonded contamination
  • Fits a dual action polisher
  • Covers large panels quickly
  • Works with a clay lubricant
  • Leaves paint smooth to the touch
  • Prepares paint for polish or protection
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Full Description

Maxshine DA Clay Pad attaches to a dual action polishing machine to quickly remove contaminants from car paintwork.

This process is quicker and more thorough than using a traditional clay bar by hand.

The clay pad easily removes contaminants such as paint overspray, water spots, tree sap, rail dust, bird droppings, light oxidation and brake dust.

Use in conjunction with a clay lubricant for best results.

Size: 5

Tracked UK delivery, or collect eligible orders from our Ilkeston store.

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Key features

  • Clay Pad
  • 5in
  • Easy To Use
  • Home Detailing

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Expert Notes

The Maxshine DA clay pad is made for removing bonded contamination by machine. It comes in 5in. Fit it to a dual action polisher, keep the panel and pad well lubricated, run the machine slowly with light pressure and protect the paint afterwards. Keep it clean, sealed and out of reach of children. The Drivers HQ stocks a wider range of Maxshine car care products. Rinse the pad in clean water and let it air dry, then protect the paint with a wax, sealant or coating.

Perfect For / Suitable Surfaces

  • Painted bodywork
  • Bonnet and roof
  • Doors
  • Wings
  • Boot lids
  • Bumpers

Caution: Keep the panel and pad well lubricated, run the machine slowly with light pressure and rinse the pad if it is dropped. Keep it out of reach of children.

Technical Specifications

Product Type
Clay Pad
Brand
Maxshine
Product
DA
Size
5in
Use
Removing Bonded Contamination By Machine
Use With
Clay Lubricant
Machine
Dual Action Polisher

How To Use

Claying

  1. Wash and rinse the car first.
  2. Fit the pad to a dual action polisher.
  3. Spray the panel and the pad with clay lubricant.
  4. Run the machine at a low speed with light pressure.
  5. Keep the panel wet as you work.

Finishing

  1. Wipe the panel dry with a clean microfibre.
  2. Rinse the pad and let it air dry.
  3. Polish if it has left light marring.
  4. Protect the paint afterwards.

Top Tip: A low machine speed and plenty of lubricant let the pad glide and keep marring to a minimum.

Performance Benefits

  • Removes bonded contamination
  • Fits a dual action polisher
  • Covers large panels quickly
  • Works with a clay lubricant
  • Leaves paint smooth to the touch
  • Reusable after a rinse

Frequently Asked Questions

What is it for?

It is a Maxshine clay pad for removing bonded contamination by machine.

What machine do I need?

A dual action polisher with a backing plate that matches the pad size.

Do I need a clay lubricant?

Yes, keep the panel and the pad well lubricated so it glides without marring.

Will claying mark the paint?

Clay can leave light marring, so follow with a polish before protecting the paint.

Can I use it in direct sunlight?

No, work in the shade on cool panels so the lubricant never dries.

Who makes it?

It is made by Maxshine and sold by The Drivers HQ.

What else do I need?

A dual action polisher, a matching backing plate and a clay lubricant.

Do you deliver across the UK?

Yes, The Drivers HQ offers UK-wide delivery.

HQ Suggests Tips & Insights

  1. Wash and dry the car first.
  2. Use plenty of clay lubricant.
  3. Run the machine slowly.
  4. Use light pressure.
  5. Keep the panel wet.
  6. Rinse the pad after use.
  7. Protect the paint afterwards.
  8. Order online with UK-wide delivery from The Drivers HQ.

The Brand

Maxshine

Maxshine is a car detailing brand that describes itself as a professional company specialising in the development of long-throw dual action polishers and other detailing tools. The company lists its headquarters in Wuhu, in Anhui province, China, and its home page says it has been "In Pursuit Of Automotive Perfection Since 2006". Beyond polishing machines, the Maxshine catalogue covers microfibre towels, wash mitts, detailing brushes, clay cleaning products, foam cannons, polishing pads, bucket systems, detailing bags and creepers, all presented on its home page under the line All for Detailing.

The Drivers HQ stocks a wide Maxshine range, with applicator pads, detailing brushes, wheel brushes, clay and interior detailing brushes among its largest groups. Applicators include the Ceramic Coating Applicators 12 Pack and the Hydro-Tech Tyre Gel Applicator, and the brushes run from the Horsehair Brush Large to the Carpet Lint and Hair Removal Brush. Decontamination is covered by the Clay Bar Heavy Grade, the Microfibre Clay Mitt and a 5 inch DA Clay Pad, and drying towels include the 600GSM Purple Single Twisted Loop Drying Towel.

Maxshine suits enthusiasts putting together their first proper detailing kit as well as detailers replacing worn tools in an established one. A typical routine starts with a bucket fitted with a grit guard and the Microfibre Wash Pad for the wash, followed by clay to lift bonded contamination from the paint and a twisted loop towel such as the 600GSM Purple Single Twisted Loop Drying Towel to dry the car. A tyre applicator such as the Hydro-Tech finishes the job by dressing the tyres.

Buy Maxshine 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. Chemical-resistant bottles and the Detailing Bag Large help keep products organised between jobs, and you can combine Maxshine brushes, towels and clay with the rest of your detailing and car care essentials in a single order, whether you are replacing one worn tool or building a kit from scratch.

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Maxshine Detailing Bag – Large - The Drivers HQ

In Pursuit of Automotive Perfection

Maxshine's home page describes the brand as "In Pursuit Of Automotive Perfection Since 2006", and its about page says that for over 19 years it has specialised in long-throw dual action polishers alongside a wider range of auto detailing products. The polisher remains at the centre of the brand, with the Maxshine catalogue listing long-throw dual action, rotary and cordless machines together with backing plates and foam and wool polishing pads.

According to Maxshine, its rapid global growth stems from "an unwavering passion and dedication to the art of detailing", and it says the brand is now recognised in more than 50 countries and regions. The company lists its headquarters in Wuhu, Anhui, with a branch office in Nanjing, and says that in recent years it has formed joint ventures with suppliers in China to strengthen quality control and innovation.

Maxshine says its products are designed with high-grade materials, precision engineering and a clean, functional style, and that its aim is to offer cost-effective, high-performance solutions for professional and enthusiast detailers alike. That practical focus shows in the way the range is organised, with tools grouped by job, from towels and wash mitts to brushes, clay, bucket systems and detailing bags.

Maxshine 5" 1000W Rotary Polisher - The Drivers HQ

Brushes, Clay and Microfibre Towels

By its own account, the brand specialises in long-throw dual action polishers. The Drivers HQ stocks a large selection of its hand tools: applicator pads for ceramic coatings and tyre dressing, detailing brushes such as the Curved Grip XL Detailing Brush with its ultra soft bristles, wheel brushes, and interior brushes including the Carpet Lint and Hair Removal Brush.

Decontamination is well covered too. Maxshine says its Magic Clay Towel "effortlessly removes stubborn contaminants like tree sap, water spots, and overspray", and its directions finish by following with wax or sealant, or moving on to compound and polish. We stock the Maxshine Clay Bar Heavy Grade, the Microfibre Clay Mitt and the 5 inch DA Clay Pad, so you can clay by hand or by machine.

For drying, Maxshine describes its 800GSM Twisted Loop Drying Towel as having a woven side for tough grime and a twisted loop side that "delivers soft, swirl-free drying". Our towel selection includes the 600GSM Purple Single Twisted Loop Drying Towel and the Duo Twisted Colourful Towel, alongside buckets and grit guards, chemical-resistant bottles and detailing bags to carry the kit.

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