07Q154 - Walter Quick-Step Backing Pad 5 Inch 5/8-11 Thread

High-Performance Nylon Backing Pad for Surface Conditioning

The Walter 07Q154 Quick-Step Backing Pad is a specialized abrasive accessory engineered to maximize the efficiency of surface conditioning and finishing workflows. Designed as the foundational component of the Quick-Step system, this 5-inch backing pad features a standard 5/8"-11 threaded arbor, ensuring broad compatibility with industrial angle grinders. The pad is precision-molded from industrial-strength nylon, a material specifically selected for its exceptional thermal stability and mechanical resilience. Unlike traditional rubber or plastic pads that may soften, warp, or degrade under the intense heat generated during friction-heavy applications, this nylon composition ensures the pad retains its structural integrity and necessary flexibility throughout prolonged use.

This backing pad utilizes a high-grip hook-and-loop fastening mechanism, often referred to as the Quick-Step system, which allows operators to switch between abrasive grits or media types in mere seconds. This rapid-change capability is critical in multi-stage finishing processes, significantly reducing downtime. The design also incorporates a built-in centering pin feature that aligns the abrasive disc perfectly with the pad's axis. This precise alignment minimizes rotational vibration, which not only enhances operator comfort and safety but also ensures a uniform finish on the workpiece by preventing chatter marks and uneven wear patterns.

Specifically optimized for use with Walter's Blendex surface conditioning discs, the 07Q154 provides the ideal balance of rigidity and flexibility. It offers enough firmness to drive the abrasive grain into the material for effective cleaning and blending, while remaining flexible enough to conform to curved surfaces and contours. This makes it an indispensable tool for metal fabrication shops, maintenance departments, and industrial manufacturing environments where consistent, high-quality surface finishes are required on stainless steel, aluminum, and other metals.