Most cutting compounds work best on a firm mop such as sisal.
Browse Dry Sisal Mops
Metal Cutting Compounds
Lea Abracut Cutting and Pre-Polishing Compound – Industrial Bar
£14.42 incl VAT
Metal Cutting Compounds
Lea Senior (4040) Cutting and Pre-Polishing Compound – Industrial Bar
£6.43 incl VAT
Metal Cutting Compounds
Lea Titan Cutting and Pre-Polishing Compound – Industrial Bar
£10.28 incl VAT
Choosing a Metal Cutting Compound
Higher cut ratings remove material faster; higher colour ratings leave a brighter surface and reduce the work needed in the next stage.
| Compound | Cut / Colour | Best Suited To |
|---|---|---|
| Ferrocut 3050 | 9/10 cut, 2/10 colour | Heavy stock removal on stainless steel, ferrous metals and hard exotic alloys, with a sisal mop |
| Abracut | 9/10 cut, 3/10 colour | Rapid stock removal on stainless steel, ferrous metals and hard exotic alloys after approximately 180-grit preparation, with a sisal mop |
| Titan | 9/10 cut, 2/10 colour | Levelling ferrous surfaces for a uniform satin or pre-plating finish |
| Senior 4040 | 8/10 cut, 4/10 colour | A more balanced first stage on ferrous and non-ferrous metals |
| Menzerna 456G Heavy Cut | Heavy cut, dry bar | Fast, even pre-polishing on stainless steel, titanium, brass, non-ferrous and precious metals; approx. 600g half bar |
| Apollo Tripoli | 7/10 cut, 7/10 brightness | Apollo Tripoli brown for aluminium, brass and precious metals |
Where Cutting Fits in the Process
Prepare the surface with abrasives first, then cut with one of these compounds on a firm mop. Clean the part before moving to Metal Polishing Compounds for cut-and-colour and mirror finishing, using a softer mop and a fresh compound for each stage.
For stainless steel, see Stainless Steel Polishing Compounds and the guide to achieving a mirror finish on stainless steel.
Need Help Choosing a Metal Cutting Compound?
If you are unsure which product is right for the job, contact Moleroda with details of the workpiece material, its current surface condition, the machine or tool you are using and the finish you need.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Are these the same as car cutting compounds?
No. These are solid compound bars for buffing metal on a polishing mop. Automotive cutting compounds are liquid or paste products designed for paintwork and clear coat.
Which cutting compound is the most aggressive?
Ferrocut 3050, Abracut and Titan all have a 9/10 cut rating. Ferrocut and Abracut are aimed at stainless steel and hard alloys, while Titan suits levelling ferrous surfaces.
Which mop should I use?
A firm mop such as sisal is recommended for most cutting compounds. Check each product page for the recommended mop and preparation.
Will a cutting compound give a shine?
Not on its own. Cutting compounds leave a flat, matt or pre-polished surface ready for a cut-and-colour or mirror-finishing compound.