Iridium Soft for Automotive Dry Sanding

Mirka Iridium Soft is a foam-backed abrasive designed for high-performance dry sanding, particularly in automotive surface finishing environments.

Iridium Soft – Redefining Automotive Dry Sanding Performance

Delivers flawless dry sanding from primer to pre-polish.
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Iridium Soft – Redefining Automotive Dry Sanding Performance

Delivers flawless dry sanding from primer to pre-polish

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What is Iridium Soft?

What is

Iridium Soft?


Iridium™ Soft is engineered to deliver exceptional performance in fine-grit sanding for collision repair, surface finishing, and industrial applications. Developed alongside customers and industry experts, Iridium™ Soft sets a new standard in precision sanding.
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Collision Repair & Industrial Manufacturing 

Key Applications for Collision Repair & AOEM Surface Finishing

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Primer sanding

Iridium™ Soft leaves a smooth, paint-ready surface on primers, helping reduce rework before coating.

The flexible foam backing follows curves and profiles, allowing you to sand confidently without cutting through edges.
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Clear coat sanding

Used between clear coat layers, Iridium™ Soft helps level the surface and prepare blending zones before applying new clear coat.

Its even pressure distribution reduces the risk of uneven sanding, making it easier to achieve consistent results across large panels.
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Pre-polishing sanding

Before polishing, Iridium™ Soft helps refine the surface by creating a uniform scratch pattern that is easy to polish out.

This step reduces polishing time and improves final finish quality—without the mess of wet sanding.

*Final surface refinement before polishing.

Advanced Maker 8 Technology

The production technology gives benefits such as:


  • Less production waste & lower energy use       ​
  • Fewer chemicals in the process
  • Optimised abrasive construction: Aluminium Oxide Grain, Semi-Open Coating, Low VOC Resin, Polyurethane Foam Backing, Layered Construction, Multifit® Hole Configuration

Advanced Maker 8 Technology

The production technology gives benefits such as:

  • Less production waste & lower energy use       ​
  • Fewer chemicals in the process
  • Optimised abrasive construction: Aluminium Oxide Grain, Semi-Open Coating, Low VOC Resin, Polyurethane Foam Backing, Layered Construction, Multifit® Hole Configuration






Why choose Iridium Soft?
Why choose
Iridium Soft?
Why choose Iridium Soft?
Experience the difference – flexible, efficient, and engineered for demanding surfaces. 
Whether you’re sanding primer, clear coat, or preparing for polishing, Iridium™ Soft delivers results you can rely on.
Experience the difference – flexible, efficient, and engineered for demanding surfaces. Whether you’re sanding primer, clear coat, or preparing for polishing, Iridium™ Soft delivers results you can rely on.
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Sand with Power, Finish with Precision

The Deros RS 600 Rotary Sander is perfect for automotive applications. Its 750W brushless motor and variable speed range (700–2500 RPM) give you the finesse needed for tasks, while the low noise and vibration levels keep things comfortable. Weighing just 1.8 kg and featuring an ergonomic wide handle with a palm indent, it’s designed for easy handling and minimal fatigue, even during longer sessions.
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Frequently asked questions

What is Mirka Iridium Soft designed for?

Mirka Iridium™ Soft is a foam-backed abrasive designed for high-performance dry sanding, particularly in collision repair and AOEM surface finishing. It is optimised for fine-grit sanding where control, consistency, and surface quality are critical.

Can Iridium Soft be used for wet sanding?

No. Iridium™ Soft is optimised for dry sanding and is not specifically designed for wet applications.

For wet sanding, Mirka recommends using Abralon, which is designed for superior performance in wet applications.

What applications is Iridium Soft suitable for?

Iridium™ Soft is suitable for:
  • Primer sanding
  • Clear coat sanding
  • Pre-polishing sanding
It is used in both collision repair and industrial manufacturing (AOEM) environments where surface consistency and scratch control are required.

What grit range is available?

Iridium™ Soft is available in grits 400 to 2000, allowing it to cover multiple fine sanding stages—from primer preparation to post-paint and pre-polishing steps.

Can Iridium Soft be used by hand?

Yes. Iridium™ Soft is designed for both hand and machine sanding.

The flexible foam backing conforms to curves and contours, providing even pressure distribution and controlled sanding results regardless of user skill level.

What makes Iridium Soft different from standard paper abrasives?

Iridium™ Soft features a triple-layer construction:
  • Aluminium oxide sanding layer for fast cutting and durability
  • Flexible foam base for contour following and even sanding
  • Grip backing for secure attachment and easy disc removal
This construction delivers the speed and cleanliness of dry sanding, with a precision previously only achievable with wet sanding.

How does Iridium Soft help reduce clogging?

Iridium™ Soft uses a semi-open coating (the gaps between grains allow dust to escape, preventing buildup) and Multifit® hole configuration, designed to support efficient dust extraction during dry sanding.

*The center and inner hole placement help reduce dust buildup, while the outer hole pattern ensures contact with all suction points of the backing pad. This helps maintain sanding performance and contributes to a cleaner and more controlled dry sanding process.