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If you're searching for a Makita PA6-GF30 backing pad, you may be struggling to find the correct part.
You may have seen PA6-GF30 moulded into the plastic of your Makita sander and assumed that it was the model number or part number for the backing pad.
However, PA6-GF30 is not a Makita model number and it is not a Makita spare part number.
Instead, PA6-GF30 is a material identification marking that describes the type of plastic used to manufacture the component.
If you need a replacement Makita sanding pad or backing pad, the important information you need is the model number of your sander.
PA6-GF30 is a plastic material designation.
The glass fibre reinforcement gives the plastic greater strength and rigidity.
This type of marking can be found moulded into plastic components on many different products. It isn't unique to one particular Makita tool or one particular spare part.
Therefore, if you've found PA6-GF30 written on your Makita sander, it won't tell you which backing pad you need.
No.
PA6-GF30 is not a Makita part number.
This is a common source of confusion when searching for Makita spare parts online.
Makita spare parts are identified using specific part numbers, while the model of the tool will usually be shown elsewhere on the machine.
For example, BO6030 is a Makita sander model, whereas PA6-GF30 is a material marking.
So if you're looking for a Makita PA6-GF30 backing pad, don't search for a part specifically labelled PA6-GF30.
Instead, identify the model of your Makita sander and search for the corresponding backing pad.
The easiest way to find the correct Makita sanding pad is to identify the model number printed on your sander.
Common Makita sander models include:
Once you know the model, you can match it to the correct replacement backing pad.
This is important because Makita uses different pad sizes and designs across its range of sanders.
For example, the BO6030 uses a 150 mm sanding pad, while the BO5041 and BO5031 use a 123 mm sanding pad for 125 mm sanding discs.
If you have a Makita BO6030, you need a 150 mm backing pad.
The BO6030 is a 310 W random orbit sander with a 150 mm sanding pad and 150 mm sanding disc specification.
The commonly listed soft replacement backing pad is Makita part number 196684-1. It is also listed under previous part numbers including A-87812, 743063-0 and 193299-5.
Looking for a Makita BO6030 backing pad?
Makita BO6030 Backing Pad – 196684-1
You may also see the hard backing pad 196685-9, which is designed for hard/coarse sanding and is listed for the BO6030 and BO6040.
Looking for a Makita BO6030 sanding pad?
Makita BO6030 Sanding Pad – 196685-9
The Makita BO6040 also uses a 150 mm backing pad.
The soft 150 mm backing pad 196684-1 is listed as compatible with both the BO6030 and BO6040.
Makita BO6040 backing pad:
Makita BO6040 Backing Pad – 196684-1
For hard or coarse sanding, the 196685-9 pad is also listed for the BO6040.
The Makita BO5041 is a 125 mm class random orbit sander. Makita specifies a 123 mm sanding pad and 125 mm sanding disc.
The replacement pad listed for this family is 743081-8, which supersedes 743051-7. It is a 123 mm hook-and-loop backing pad.
Looking for a Makita BO5041 backing pad or Makita BO5041 sanding pad?
Makita 743081-8 Backing Pad – BO5041 and other 125 mm Sanders
The Makita BO5031 is another 125 mm random orbit sander. Makita lists a 123 mm sanding pad and 125 mm sanding disc.
The 743081-8 backing pad is listed for the BO5031, along with several other 5-inch Makita random orbit sanders.
Makita BO5031 backing pad:
Makita 743081-8 Backing Pad – BO5031
The 743081-8 backing pad isn't just suitable for the BO5041 and BO5031.
It is also listed for several other Makita 5-inch random orbit sanders, including:
The part is a 123 mm round hook-and-loop backing pad designed for the relevant Makita 5-inch sanders.
Find the backing pad for these Makita sanders:
Makita 743081-8 Backing Pad – BO5010 / BO5012 / BO5021 / BO5030 / BO5031 / BO5041
The Makita BO4555 is a different type of sander and uses its own pad assembly.
The parts listing identifies 158323-1 as the complete pad for the BO4555.
This is a good example of why searching for “Makita PA6-GF30 backing pad” isn't enough to identify the correct component.
Instead, search using the model number:
Makita BO4555 backing pad
rather than PA6-GF30.
Makita BO4555 Parts and Pad Information
The Makita BO4900 is another sander with its own specific pad.
The parts breakdown lists 193521-0 as the pad for the BO4900/BO4900V family.
Looking for a Makita BO4900 sanding pad?
Makita BO4900 Parts and Pad Information
Cordless users may be searching for a Makita DBO180 backing pad.
The DBO180 is a cordless random orbit sander, and its parts listing identifies 743081-8 as the pad.
Makita DBO180 sanding pad:
Makita DBO180 Parts and 743081-8 Backing Pad
Here's a quick reference for some popular Makita sanders:
| Makita sander | Backing pad / pad part | Size / type |
|---|---|---|
| BO6030 | 196684-1 | 150 mm soft |
| BO6040 | 196684-1 | 150 mm soft |
| BO6030 / BO6040 | 196685-9 | 150 mm hard |
| BO5041 | 743081-8 | 123 mm / 125 mm discs |
| BO5031 | 743081-8 | 123 mm / 125 mm discs |
| BO5010 | 743081-8 | 123 mm |
| BO5012 | 743081-8 | 123 mm |
| BO5021 | 743081-8 | 123 mm |
| BO5030 | 743081-8 | 123 mm |
| BO4555 | 158323-1 | Complete pad |
| BO4900 | 193521-0 | Sander pad |
| DBO180 | 743081-8 | 123 mm |
Always check the exact model and part number before ordering, as similar-looking pads aren't necessarily interchangeable.
Backing pads are a consumable component and can eventually wear out through normal use.
Signs that your Makita sanding pad may need replacing include:
If the hook-and-loop surface has become worn, fitting a new backing pad can restore the sander's ability to hold sanding discs securely.
You may see replacement parts described as either a backing pad, sanding pad, sanding plate or backing plate.
In the context of random orbit and orbital sanders, these terms are often used to describe the pad that the abrasive disc attaches to.
This means you may find the same component when searching for:
Using several of these search terms can make it easier to find the correct replacement.
If you've searched for Makita PA6-GF30 backing pad, the most important thing to remember is that PA6-GF30 isn't the part you're looking for.
It tells you what type of plastic the moulded component is made from.
To find your replacement backing pad, look for the Makita model number on the tool.
For example:
PA6-GF30 → material marking
BO6030 → Makita model number
196684-1 → Makita backing pad part number
That's the information you need to find the correct replacement.
If you're unsure which Makita sander you have, look around the tool for a model label.
The model number is usually much more useful than the PA6-GF30 marking.
Common Makita sander model numbers begin with BO for many corded sanders, while cordless models can use designations such as DBO180.
Once you've found the model number, search for:
Makita [model number] backing pad
or
Makita [model number] sanding pad
For example:
This will give you a much better chance of finding the correct replacement.
No. PA6-GF30 is a material identification marking describing nylon reinforced with approximately 30% glass fibre. It isn't a Makita model number.
No. You shouldn't use PA6-GF30 to identify a replacement backing pad. Use the model number of your Makita sander and then match the correct spare part.
The commonly listed soft 150 mm backing pad for the BO6030 is 196684-1. Previous part numbers include A-87812, 743063-0 and 193299-5.
The BO6030 uses a 150 mm sanding pad and 150 mm sanding discs.
The 743081-8 pad is listed for the BO5041 and is a 123 mm backing pad for use with 125 mm sanding discs.
The 743081-8 backing pad is listed as compatible with the BO5031.
Find the model number of your sander and search for the corresponding backing pad. Don't use the PA6-GF30 marking to identify the part.
If you arrived here searching for a Makita PA6-GF30 backing pad, hopefully the confusion is now cleared up.
PA6-GF30 isn't the model number or backing pad part number. It's a plastic material marking.
The best way to find your replacement is to identify the model of your Makita sander and then match it to the correct backing pad.
Whether you're looking for a Makita BO6030 backing pad, Makita BO6030 sanding pad, Makita BO6040 backing pad, Makita BO5041 sanding pad, Makita BO5031 backing pad or a Makita DBO180 backing pad, searching by the actual sander model will give you much more accurate results.
If your backing pad is worn, damaged or no longer holding sanding discs securely, replacing the correct pad can be a simple way to restore the performance of your Makita sander.Makita BO6030 Backing Pad
