Q: What does an interface pad do?
It sits between a rigid backing pad and an Abranet Grip sanding sheet, adding a layer of cushioning that lets the abrasive follow rounded or contoured surfaces more evenly than a rigid pad alone would.
08K3162 - Abranet Grip Multi-Hole Interface Pad

Made of a flexible material that conforms to contours, this 2 3/4" × 5" × 3/8" thick interface pad is placed between a backing pad and an Abranet grip sanding sheet, yielding more even results on rounded surfaces.
Suitable for sanding by hand or with an orbital sander.
It sits between a rigid backing pad and an Abranet Grip sanding sheet, adding a layer of cushioning that lets the abrasive follow rounded or contoured surfaces more evenly than a rigid pad alone would.
Yes, it's suitable for sanding by hand as well as with an orbital sander.
The Mirka Abranet Grip Multi-Hole Interface Pad is 3/8" thick, giving enough cushioning to conform to contours without losing control of the sanding sheet above it.
It's designed specifically for Abranet Grip sanding sheets, which share its multi-hole pattern for dust extraction.
| Dimensions | 2 3/4" × 5" × 3/8" thick |
| Package Quantity | 1 item |
| Compatibility | Fits between a backing pad and an Abranet Grip sanding sheet |
| Includes | Interface pad |
| Warranty | Lee Valley Satisfaction Guarantee |

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Mirka Abranet Grip Multi-Hole Interface Pad
Made of a flexible material that conforms to contours, this 2 3/4" × 5" × 3/8" thick interface pad is placed between a backing pad and an Abranet grip sanding sheet, yielding more even results on rounded surfaces.
Suitable for sanding by hand or with an orbital sander.