{"product_id":"3d-3d-aca-500-x-tra-cut-compound-heavy-cut-paint-correction-compound","title":"3D | 3D ACA 500 X-Tra Cut Compound  - Heavy-Cut Paint Correction Compound","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3D ACA 500 X-Tra Cut Compound \u003c\/strong\u003eis a professional-grade heavy cutting compound engineered to quickly remove severe paint defects, oxidation, scratches, swirl marks, and other imperfections during intensive paint correction. Powered by 3D’s Alpha Ceramic Alumina abrasive technology, ACA 500 delivers aggressive correction with a controlled, low-dusting working experience for professional detailers and body shops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🔹 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeavy-Duty Cutting Power\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – Designed for serious paint correction where lighter compounds and polishes simply don’t provide enough defect removal.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🔹 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlpha Ceramic Alumina Technology\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – 3D’s advanced ACA abrasive technology provides fast, effective cutting action to remove significant surface defects while maintaining a controlled polishing experience.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🔹 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTackles Severe Paint Defects\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – Effectively addresses heavy oxidation, scratches, swirl marks, weathered paint, and other substantial imperfections.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🔹 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFast Correction for Professional Workflows\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – Strong initial cutting performance helps reduce the amount of time required to level damaged paint, making ACA 500 especially valuable in production detailing and body shop environments.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🔹 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLow-Dusting Formula\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – Produces minimal polishing dust compared with many traditional heavy-cut compounds, keeping pads, panels, trim, and the surrounding work area cleaner.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStep 1:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Thoroughly wash, dry, and decontaminate the vehicle before beginning paint correction.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStep 2:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Inspect the paint and perform a test spot to determine the appropriate machine, pad, and polishing process.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStep 3:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Prime a fresh pad with approximately 4–5 small drops of ACA 500.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStep 4:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Spread the compound across a manageable working section before beginning your correction passes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStep 5:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Work ACA 500 across the surface using slow, controlled, overlapping passes in a cross-hatch pattern.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStep 6:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Wipe away the remaining compound with a clean microfiber towel and inspect the corrected area.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStep 7:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Repeat if additional defect removal is required, then follow with an appropriate finishing polish when necessary to maximize clarity and gloss.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePro Tip:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e ACA 500 is a serious correction compound, so don’t automatically reach for your most aggressive pad. Start with a test spot and use the least aggressive pad and machine combination capable of achieving the correction you need. You’ll preserve more clear coat and may significantly reduce the amount of refinement required afterward.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy We Love It\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eWe love \u003cstrong\u003eACA 500 \u003c\/strong\u003ewhen the paint actually needs correction—not just enhancement. Its heavy cutting ability makes quick work of oxidation, substantial swirls, scratches, and neglected finishes, but the low-dusting formula makes it much more pleasant to use than old-school heavy compounds. For professional detailers, that combination of cut, efficiency, and a cleaner working process can save meaningful time on a full correction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompatible With \/ Works Best With\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✅ \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDual-Action \u0026amp; Rotary Polishers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – Use ACA 500 with your preferred professional polishing system and adjust machine choice based on the level of correction required.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✅ \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFoam \u0026amp; Microfiber Cutting Pads\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – Pair the compound with an appropriate cutting pad to tailor defect removal to the paint system and severity of the damage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✅ \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3D ACA 520 Finishing Polish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – Follow heavy correction with a dedicated finishing polish when needed to refine the surface, remove compounding haze, and maximize paint clarity and gloss.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e❓ \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow aggressive is 3D ACA 500?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e💡 ACA 500 is a heavy-cut compound designed for substantial paint correction. It’s intended for defects such as severe oxidation, significant swirl marks, scratches, and other imperfections that require more correction than a finishing polish or all-in-one product can provide.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e❓ \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat is Alpha Ceramic Alumina?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e💡 Alpha Ceramic Alumina, or ACA, is 3D’s proprietary abrasive technology used to provide fast and effective defect removal during machine polishing. It’s the technology behind ACA 500’s strong cutting performance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e❓ \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan I use ACA 500 with a dual-action polisher?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e💡 Yes. ACA 500 is compatible with both dual-action and rotary polishers, giving you flexibility to choose the machine and pad combination best suited to the paint and level of correction required.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e❓ \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDoes ACA 500 create a lot of polishing dust?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e💡 No. One of the major advantages of ACA 500 is its low-dusting formula, which helps keep the vehicle and surrounding workspace cleaner during heavy correction.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e❓ \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDo I need to polish after using ACA 500?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e💡 It depends on the paint, pad, machine, and level of correction performed. Because ACA 500 is designed for heavy defect removal, following with a finishing polish is recommended whenever additional refinement is necessary to achieve maximum clarity and gloss.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e❓ \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat’s the difference between ACA 500 and 3D SPEED?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e💡 ACA 500 is a dedicated heavy-cut compound intended for substantial defect removal and does not replace your final protection step. 3D SPEED is an all-in-one product designed for lighter correction, polishing, and wax protection in a single step. Use ACA 500 when correction is the priority and SPEED when efficiency and one-step enhancement are the goal.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e❓ \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs ACA 500 body shop safe?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e💡 Yes. 3D specifically formulates ACA 500 as a body-shop-safe compound for professional detailing and collision repair environments.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🧴 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct Type:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Heavy-Cut Paint Correction Compound\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e⚙️ \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbrasive Technology:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Alpha Ceramic Alumina (ACA)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🛠️ \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCorrection Level:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Heavy Cut\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🎯 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCorrects:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Heavy Swirls, Scratches, Oxidation \u0026amp; Severe Paint Defects\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e💨 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDusting:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Low-Dusting Formula\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🏭 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBody Shop Safe:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Yes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🔄 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMachine Compatibility:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Dual-Action \u0026amp; Rotary Polishers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🧽 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePad Compatibility:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Foam, Microfiber \u0026amp; Appropriate Cutting\/Polishing Pads\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🚗 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrimary Application:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Automotive Paint Correction \u0026amp; Refinishing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"3D","offers":[{"title":"32oz","offer_id":52633563988199,"sku":"500OZ32","price":66.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0065\/6529\/8245\/files\/500OZ32_ACA500_-_White_Background.webp?v=1789410209","url":"https:\/\/www.carsupplieswarehouse.com\/products\/3d-3d-aca-500-x-tra-cut-compound-heavy-cut-paint-correction-compound","provider":"Car Supplies Warehouse ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}