SOP - New Parts Preparation

• To remove mold marks, scratches or other surface defects.

Mirka Abrasives recommends the Unique or Best product for these applications. To customize your SOP, click the color coded box to choose the Good/Better/Best/Unique product for each step.

NPP-1

Dry Guide Coat
9193500111 (Black)
9193600111 (White)

Or Dykem Layout Fluid

Using a suitable cleaner, properly clean the surface to remove dirt, wax, grease or any other contaminants from the gelcoat.

Use a highlighter such as Guide Coat #9193500111 or Dykem Layout Fluid to show high spots when sanding.

The highlighter will be removed during the sanding process and show any surface defects that need to be repaired or removed.

NPP-2

Gold P800
5": 23-614-800
6": 23-611-800

5": MR-5V Sander
      105SGV
6": MR-6V Sander
      106SGV Backup Pad

Basecut® P800
5": 22-612-800
6": 22-622-800

5": MR-5V Sander
      105SGV
6": MR-6V Sander
      106SGV Backup Pad

Sand surface using a P800 grit abrasive and wipe surface clean using a microfiber cloth.

NPP-3

Polishing Compound 35
PC35-1L 

MPADTW-7.5-1.5
(7" Rotary Buffer)

Polishing Compound 15
PC15-1L 

MPADLW-7.5
(7" Rotary Buffer)

Buff using PC35 compound in conjunction with a twisted wool pad (MPADTW-7.5-1.5).

Use a slow speed (1,500 rpm) to prevent “burning” the finish.

Keep the pad clean from compound build-up.

NPP-4

Polishing Compound 10
PC10-1L

MPADBF-8
(7" Rotary Buffer)

Polishing Compound F05
MM05-1L

MPADBF-8
(7" Rotary Buffer)

Polish using PC10 with a black foam pad (MPADBF-8).

Use a slow speed (1,500 rpm) to prevent “burning” the finish.

*Note: If a foam pad is not being used, a yellow polishing pad could be substituted.