{"product_id":"5-circular-rubber-polishing-pad-70-durometer-purple","title":"5\" Circular Rubber Polishing Pad, 70 Durometer, Purple","description":"\u003ch3\u003eOverview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 5\" Circular Rubber Polishing Pad is a precision-engineered tool designed for fiber optic connector end-face polishing. Serving as a foundational component in machine polishing setups, this 70-durometer pad provides the necessary surface compliance to ensure consistent contact between the connector and the polishing film.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEngineered for use in standard fiber optic polishing machines, this purple-coded pad is essential for achieving professional-grade finishes on fiber optic connectors. It is designed for use in demanding laboratory and production environments where high-quality optical performance is required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStandard 5-inch Diameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEnsures compatibility with most standard fiber optic polishing machines.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e70 Durometer Hardness\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eProvides the specific surface resistance required for uniform material removal during the polishing cycle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrecision Construction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eManufactured to strict tolerances to ensure consistent flatness across the polishing surface.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor-Coded Identification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePurple coloring allows for immediate identification of the pad hardness in high-volume production lines.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e0.079\" Thickness\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMaintains consistent pressure distribution when paired with standard polishing fixtures.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChemical Resistance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDesigned to withstand common fiber optic cleaning fluids and polishing slurries.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eApplications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFiber optic connector end-face polishing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMachine polishing of ceramic and composite ferrules\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConnector production and re-polishing stations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eValue\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePart Number\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eF170D5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDiameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDurometer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e70\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eColor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePurple\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThickness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.079 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRubber\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does the 70 durometer rating indicate?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe durometer rating measures the hardness of the rubber. 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