Pad protectors are important for sanders, because they protect the back up pad on the sander. The hook and loop backings help provide better grip for the sanding disc. 2Sand carries a variety of diameters with different vacuum hole patterns, so you are sure to find the right sanding disc and pad protector to fit your sander.

5 Inch 8 Hole Pad Protectors

5 Inch 8 Hole Pad Protector

5 inch 8 hole pad protectors, naturally, are made to work best with our 5 inch 8 hole sanding discs, but they also work great with Mirka Abranet if you are using a 5 inch 8 hole sander. This size is perfect for furniture or cabinet making. Our packs come with 5 pad protectors, so burning up the hooks on these, as opposed to the sander's back up pad, is more cost efficient. The 8 holes make dust collection very easy when paired with a vacuum system and dust shroud. TIP: Dust bags are great alternatives to a vacuum system.

Solid Pad Protectors

Solid Pad Protector

Those who use their sanders on a regular basis have probably invested in a sander with a vacuum system and dust shroud. Those who use their sanders every so often, have probably purchased one that fits their needs, without the additional systems. Solid pad protectors and solid sanding discs are perfect for the latter, as the solid pattern does not allow for vacuuming the dust. The solid pattern can, however, work with almost any sander and number of holes, as you can punch holes into them.