Overview
The United Abrasives 95272 is a premium hard density backing pad engineered for SAIT-LOK-R quick change disc systems. Featuring a smooth face and 1/4″ shank, this backing pad is optimized for aggressive cutting action on ferrous and non-ferrous metals. The twist-lock connection system allows fast disc changes with minimal downtime, making it ideal for high-volume grinding, deburring, and weld preparation tasks in fabrication shops, maintenance facilities, and job sites.
Key Features
- Hard density construction for aggressive stock removal and extended tool life
- Quick change SAIT-LOK-R system reduces disc swap time and operator fatigue
- Nylon threaded hub twist-lock mechanism for secure, reliable disc attachment
- 1/4″ shank compatible with standard pneumatic and electric grinders
- Smooth face design suitable for laminated, surface conditioning, and cotton fiber discs
- Maximum operating speed of 20,000 RPM
Technical Specifications
- Part Number: 95272
- Disc Size: 2 inches
- Density: Hard
- Shank Size: 1/4″
- Face Type: Smooth
- Maximum RPM: 20,000
- Connection Type: SAIT-LOK-R Quick Change (Twist-Lock)
- Backing Pad Style: Rubber with nylon hub interface
Typical Applications
The 95272 backing pad excels in high-speed grinding operations including:
- Weld preparation and removal on steel and stainless steel
- Edge grinding and deburring on fabricated parts
- Contoured and flat surface grinding on ferrous and non-ferrous metals
- Production grinding where rapid disc changes are critical to cycle time
- Heavy-duty metal finishing in job shops and manufacturing facilities
Compatibility & Replacements
Compatible With
- SAIT-LOK-R 2″ quick change laminated grinding discs
- SAIT-LOK-R surface conditioning discs
- SAIT-LOK-R cotton fiber discs
- Pneumatic and electric angle grinders with 1/4″ shank
- Any grinder rated for 20,000 RPM maximum or less
Replaces / Drop-In Replacement For
- United Abrasives 95272 (current generation)
- Compatible with systems using medium density 95172 backing pad (upgradable to hard density)
Works With
- SAIT-LOK-R disc family (all 2″ SAIT-LOK-R discs with nylon threaded hub)
- Quick change grinding systems requiring 1/4″ shank interface
- Pneumatic and electric hand-held grinders
- Production fixture grinders with quick change spindle attachments








