MIRKA® NET Backing Pad

MIRKA® NET backing pad: the high-performance sanding pad for net abrasives

The MIRKA® NET backing pad is designed specifically for use with the net abrasives in the MIRKA range. The result: optimal dust extraction and a consistently clean surface.

Its open-mesh structure allows air to pass across the entire sanding surface, with no dead zones. Less clogging, longer service life for your abrasives.

Compatible with MIRKA orbital sanders, this pad integrates directly into your existing toolset. An essential accessory for clean and efficient professional sanding.

What is the MIRKA® NET backing pad and what is it used for?

The MIRKA® NET backing pad is a sanding pad designed specifically to hold MIRKA® NET range net abrasives. It fits compatible MIRKA® orbital and random orbital sanders.

Its role is simple: to ensure optimal attachment and uniform contact between the net abrasive and the surface being worked on. The result: smooth, vibration-free sanding on wood, metal, or composite materials.

Specific design for MIRKA® NET net abrasives

MIRKA® NET net abrasives are distinguished by their open-mesh structure, which extracts dust directly through the abrasive. The pad is designed to work in harmony with this architecture: its perforations are aligned with the mesh to maximize suction.

This pad guarantees up to 99% dust extraction when paired with a suitable vacuum system. This is a practical advantage in the workshop: less airborne dust, less cleaning, and better visibility of the workpiece.

The high-density foam surface absorbs minor irregularities in the workpiece without compromising the flatness of the sanding. This is particularly useful on slightly curved surfaces or panel edges.

• Compatible with MIRKA® NET abrasives (Abranet, Abranet Ace, Abranet HD, etc.)
• High-strength Velcro® attachment for quick abrasive changes
• Optimized dust evacuation thanks to through-holes
• Suitable for MIRKA® DEROS, DEOS, MR0 orbital and random orbital sanders

Technical specifications of the MIRKA® NET backing pad

The MIRKA® NET backing pad is designed specifically to hold MIRKA® net abrasives, particularly the Abranet® range. Its open structure allows for optimal dust extraction directly through the pad.

The pad is manufactured from multi-hole flexible foam, aligned with the abrasive's net structure. The result: zero clogging, a consistently clean sanding surface, and a significantly extended abrasive service life.

Dimensions, attachment, and machine compatibility

MIRKA® offers this pad in several diameters, typically 125 mm and 150 mm, to cover common applications in automotive, woodworking, and industrial finishing.

Attachment is via a Velcro® system (hook-and-loop), which is standard on almost all orbital and random orbital sanders on the market. Mounting and removing the abrasive is instantaneous.

Machine compatibility is broad:

• Random orbital sanders MIRKA® DEROS, DEROS 5650CV
• Orbital sanders MIRKA® CEROS
• Third-party machines with M8 or 5/16" attachments depending on the version

The pad features appropriate rigidity according to the chosen thickness: flexible for following curved shapes, semi-rigid for flat surfaces requiring perfect flatness.

Pad	Diameter	Abrasive compatibility	Extraction	Typical use
MIRKA® NET	125 / 150 mm	Abranet®, net abrasives	Excellent (open structure)	Finishing, automotive, wood
MIRKA® Standard	125 / 150 mm	Solid abrasives (Iridium®, Gold®)	Via perforated holes	General sanding
Festool® StickFix	125 / 150 mm	Perforated Festool® abrasives	Via perforated holes	Woodworking, finishing

MIRKA® NET backing pad vs. other sanding pads: comparison table

Comparison with standard pads and competing interfaces

The MIRKA® NET backing pad stands out from conventional sanding pads due to its design, which is specifically optimized for net abrasives. Here is how it compares to other alternatives on the market.

Characteristic	MIRKA® NET backing pad	Standard Velcro pad	FESTOOL StickFix pad	Universal flexible interface pad
Compatible abrasive type	MIRKA® net abrasives (Abranet, Iridium Net, etc.)	Conventional Velcro abrasives	FESTOOL Velcro abrasives	Universal Velcro abrasives
Dust extraction	Excellent, total open-mesh surface	Limited, specific holes	Good, multi-hole	Variable depending on model
Abrasive clogging	Very low	High	Moderate	Moderate to high
Abrasive service life	Long	Standard	Good	Standard
Rigidity / flexibility	Flexible or rigid depending on version	Standard rigid	Rigid or flexible	Flexible
Main applications	Automotive, wood, flat and contoured surfaces	Wood, metal, general use	Woodworking, wood finishing	Irregular surfaces

The main advantage of the MIRKA® NET backing pad lies in its optimal dust extraction. The net structure of the abrasive combined with the open surface of the pad allows for extraction across the entire contact surface, whereas a standard pad only captures dust through a few holes.

Practical result: less clogging, a cleaner finish, and an abrasive that lasts significantly longer than with a conventional pad.

At Dagobert Industrie, we recommend this pad whenever you work with MIRKA® net abrasives, it is the support for which they were designed, and the performance difference is immediately noticeable.

Recommended accessories to optimize use of the MIRKA® NET backing pad

The MIRKA® NET backing pad delivers its best results when combined with the right accessories. Here are the essentials to combine for optimal use.

MIRKA® NET net abrasives are obviously the first choice. Their mesh structure grips perfectly to the Velcro surface of the pad, ensuring no slippage during sanding.

A suitable vacuum cleaner completes the setup. The open network of the net abrasives vents dust directly through the pad: without extraction, this advantage is lost. An industrial vacuum cleaner with a HEPA filter maximizes efficiency.

Also consider the MIRKA® DEROS or DEROS 5650CV random orbital sander. These machines are designed to work with MIRKA® NET pads and offer optimal mechanical and electronic compatibility (speed management, balancing).

Finally, a Velcro cleaning block extends the service life of the pad. The gripping surface becomes clogged over time: regular cleaning maintains abrasive adhesion and delays the need to replace the pad.

• MIRKA® NET net abrasives, 80 to 400 grit, universal use
• Industrial vacuum with HEPA filter, efficient fine dust extraction
• MIRKA® DEROS / DEROS 5650CV sander, native compatibility
• Velcro cleaning block, maintenance and pad longevity

FAQ - MIRKA® NET backing pad

1. What is the MIRKA® NET backing pad for?

The MIRKA® NET backing pad is designed to hold MIRKA® net abrasives, particularly the Abranet® range. It fits compatible MIRKA® orbital and random orbital sanders.

It enables low-dust sanding thanks to its perforated structure which optimizes suction across the entire working surface.

2. What is the difference between a NET pad and a standard pad?

A standard pad is intended for solid-backed abrasives, with holes positioned at fixed intervals. The NET pad features an attachment surface adapted to the mesh structure of net abrasives.

The result: suction is uniform across 100% of the surface, which reduces clogging and extends the life of the abrasive.

3. Is the MIRKA® NET backing pad compatible with other brands of net abrasives?

It is optimized for MIRKA® Abranet®, Abranet® Ace, or Galaxy® type abrasives. Other net abrasives on the market may fit, provided that the format and Velcro attachment system match.

For maximum performance, we at Dagobert Industrie recommend using the pad with original MIRKA® abrasives.

4. Which pad hardness should I choose for my application?

MIRKA® offers several hardnesses: soft, medium, and hard. A soft pad follows curved shapes and complex profiles better. A hard pad is suitable for flat surfaces for aggressive and precise sanding.

For automotive finishing or curved woodworking, choose the soft pad. For sanding flat panels, opt for the hard version.

5. How do I maintain and extend the life of the NET pad?

Regularly clean the Velcro surface with a soft brush to remove embedded abrasive residue. A clogged Velcro surface reduces adhesion and degrades sanding performance.

Also, check the condition of the pad after every intensive session: a warped or worn pad must be replaced quickly to prevent excessive vibration and protect your sander.

6. What attachment does the MIRKA® NET pad use on the sander?

The pad generally attaches via an M8 threaded bolt, standard on the majority of MIRKA® random orbital sanders (DEROS, DEROS 5650CV, etc.). Some models use a spindle attachment.

Check the threading on your machine before ordering. At Dagobert Industrie, the product sheets specify machine compatibility for each pad reference.