SANDING SOLUTIONS
Achieving the perfect finish on a boat starts with proper surface preparation, and sanding is the first crucial step. Whether you’re working with gelcoat or clearcoat, the goal is to remove imperfections, oxidation, and any old coatings to create a smooth foundation for polishing.
RUPES Marine sanding products are designed to provide effective and consistent results, ensuring that your surfaces are ready for the next phase. With the right combination of sanding tools and pads, you can tackle even the toughest jobs, leaving a flawless, uniform surface that sets the stage for high-quality polishing and protection.
Explore the best options to ensure that your boat’s surface is prepared for perfection.
TOOLS
SURFACE PREPARATION BEFORE REPAIR
RUPES DUAL ACTION SANDERS WITH DUST EXSTRACTION
SURFACE PREPARATION BEFORE POLISHING
RANDOM ORBITAL PALM SANDERS WITH DUST EXSTRACTION
SURFACE PREPARATION BEFORE POLISHING - SMALL AREAS AND DENIBBING
DUAL ACTION SANDERS
ABRASIVES
RUPES ABRASIVES LINE
MULTIPURPOSE – ABRASIVES PAPER DISC
Grit: from P40 to P500 | Ø150mm
The MULTIPURPOSE Paper Abrasive Discs Ø150mm are flexible, high-efficiency sanding discs with a latex-reinforced backing ensuring flexibility and tear resistance even on contoured surfaces. Uniform grain distribution and a stearate anti-clogging coating deliver a smooth scratch pattern, better dust extraction, and extended disc life. Ideal for removing old paint, shaping putty, and preparing primer surfaces on lacquer, paint, putty, and gelcoat.
PROCUT – FILM ABRASIVE DISCS NO HOLES
Grit: P1500 | Ø75mm
The PROCUT Film Abrasive Discs Ø75mm are designed for controlled dry sanding in smaller areas, featuring ceramic abrasives on a durable PET film backing for strength and stability. Uniform grain distribution ensures a consistent scratch pattern, while the coating resists fraying, tearing, and clogging. A stearated surface enhances dust extraction and maintains cutting efficiency over time. Suitable for defect removal, prep, and refinement on paint systems, primers, gelcoat, metals, plastics, and composites.
WET FINISH – FOAM SANDING DISC
Grit: P1500 to P3000 | Ø75-125–150mm
The RUPES WETFINISH Foam Abrasive Discs are engineered for ultra-fine finishing on automotive paint surfaces, featuring a microstructured 3D pyramid abrasive design that continuously exposes new sharp grains as the disc wears, ensuring consistent cutting performance throughout its life. Mounted on a soft foam backing, they adapt perfectly to surface contours while gaps between abrasive structures reduce heat buildup and clogging. Ideal for refining clear coats, removing minor defects, and preparing surfaces for final polishing.
PROCUT – FILM ABRASIVE DISCS MULTIHOLE
Grit: from P40 to P2000 | Ø150mm
The PROCUT Film Abrasive Discs Ø150mm are designed for high-efficiency dry sanding, featuring premium ceramic abrasives on a tough polyester (PET) film backing. Precision coating ensures uniform grain distribution and controlled results, while resisting tearing, fraying, and clogging. A stearate layer enhances dust extraction and extends disc life. Suitable for defect removal, surface preparation, and refinement on primers, paint, metals, plastics, composites, and gelcoat.
WET&DRY FINISH – FOAM ABRASIVE DISCS
Grit: from P1500 to P3000 | Ø 75-125-150mm
The WET&DRYFINISH Foam Abrasive Discs by RUPES are designed for fine surface preparation prior to polishing on painted surfaces and gelcoat. A highly flexible foam backing with a multi-hole layout ensures excellent dust extraction, optimal surface contact, and superior handling on curved or complex shapes. High-performance aluminum oxide abrasives combined with an anti-clogging porous structure deliver consistent cutting action, uniform finish quality, and a clean working environment. Suitable for both wet and dry applications across a wide range of materials.
The MICROFINISH Adhesive Denibbing Discs by RUPES are designed for precision denibbing and ultra-fine surface refinement on painted finishes. A unique pyramid-shaped micro-abrasive grain structure delivers consistent cutting performance with minimal heat buildup and clogging, while the distinctive daisy-shaped pattern reduces localized haze spots (coin effect) and enhances flexibility and control. Perfect for wet use, they are ideal for removing dust nibs, paint runs, and minor defects with repeatable, flawless results.
SOFT INTERFACE MULTIHOLES
Ø75-125-150mm | Thickness: 7mm and 12mm
The multihole Foam Interface Pads, developed inhouse by RUPES, enhance sanding performance by allowing the sanding disc to adapt to hull shapes for a more consistent finish. Available in Ø150mm, Ø125mm, and Ø75mm diameters, with 7mm or 12mm thicknesses options. The microhooks ensure strong engagement and protect against hook damage, while the premium foam construction improves durability.
SOFT INTERFACE – NO HOLES
Ø75-125-150mm | Thickness: 7mm and 12mm
The Foam Interface Pads without holes, developed in-house by RUPES, enhance sanding performance by allowing the sanding disc to adapt to hull shapes for a more consistent finish. Available in Ø150mm, Ø125mm, and Ø75mm diameters, with 7mm or 12mm thicknesses options. The microhooks ensure strong engagement and protect against hook damage, while the premium foam construction improves durability.
CERAMIC DENIBBING BLADE
The RUPES Ceramic Denibbing Blade is designed for efficient and safe removal of paint drips, runs, and dust nibs from smooth surfaces. Made from durable ceramic material, it provides consistent results. Its chamfered edge and tilted application allow for safe removal of severe defects with minimal pressure, reducing the risk of damaging surrounding paint. Ideal for quickly eliminating imperfections in the marine industry.
DUST EXTRACTION
DUST EXTRACTION SYSTEMS
The S230 and the S245 Vacuum Cleaners have a special structure that ensures resistance and manageability during movement in all kind of workplaces. Their shape enables maximum expansion of the filter bag, while the automatic filter cleaning system ensures maximum extraction efficiency in all working conditions. These mobile dust extraction systems are available in different versions for both electric and pneumatic tools.
The RUPES KS300 is a Professional Vacuum Cleaner with integrated workstation that guarantees high filtration efficiency with 5m2 filtering surface and three filtration steps. This compact, maneuverable, and powerful Vacuum Cleaner can support two operators simultaneously and it is availbale in two versions: with dual motor technology that features two 1200W motors, or with one 1100W brushless motor.
The KR2A Mobile Workstation Turbine is an extremely flexible and efficient vacuum unit. Its compact design makes it easy to install and move around the workspace. The KR2A serves as a complete mobile workstation, providing everything needed for daily tasks. Now equipped with an automatic filter cleaning system, it ensures optimal performance. Both electric and pneumatic tools can be connected using RUPES flexible suction hoses. Additionally, the integrated cabinet offers convenient storage for pads, tools, and other essential accessories.
