NSI Solutions SL3 Floating Turbo Abrasive

3-inch quick-change stone polishing abrasive designed for smooth, flat top polishing and edge polishing of granite, quartz, marble, and other stone surfaces.

Fast Changes. Controlled Float. Consistently Flat Polishing.

The NSI Solutions SL3 Floating Turbo Abrasive combines the proven abrasive formula of the original NSI Rigid Turbos with a color-coded, semi-rigid plastic laminate and hook-and-loop attachment. The semi-rigid laminate helps the abrasive maintain its shape as it wears, promoting a consistently flat polishing surface, while the hook-and-loop connection provides enough float for smooth, forgiving operation.

Designed for the NSI Solutions SL3 Quick Change System, the Floating Turbo allows stone fabricators and installers to change tools with a simple quarter turn. This makes it easy to transition between material-removal tools and polishing abrasives without repeatedly unscrewing cup wheels or removing hook-and-loop pads from a conventional screw-on backer.

Typical Applications

• Top polishing granite, quartz, marble, and other stone
• Flat-edge polishing
• Stone countertop fabrication
• Countertop installation and repair
• Surface polishing and refinishing
• Quick-change polishing applications
• Professional stone fabrication and restoration

Top Polishing

The SL3 Floating Turbo is optimized for top polishing applications where maintaining a smooth, flat surface is critical. The hook-and-loop backer allows the abrasive to float during operation, while the semi-rigid plastic laminate helps keep the abrasive running smoothly and flat.

This combination produces less chatter and provides more forgiving operation, helping reduce the skill required to achieve a quality top polish. The color-coded laminate also makes individual grits easier to identify when progressing through the polishing sequence.

Flat-Edge Polishing

The smooth-running design of the Floating Turbo also makes it well suited for flat-edge polishing. The hook-and-loop attachment provides controlled movement during polishing, while the semi-rigid laminate helps maintain a flat contact surface as the abrasive wears.

This design helps reduce the haziness and rippled finish that can occur when polishing flat edges with more flexible resin pads, producing a more consistent shine across the entire stone edge.

Advantages

• Part of the NSI Solutions SL3 Quick Change System
• Changes with a simple quarter turn
• Allows fast transitions between material-removal and polishing tools
• Color coded for easy grit identification
• Semi-rigid plastic laminate helps maintain a flat polishing surface
• Hook-and-loop attachment provides controlled float
• Designed to produce less chatter during top polishing
• More forgiving operation during polishing
• Helps produce a consistent flat polish as the abrasive wears
• Suitable for both top polishing and flat-edge polishing
• Designed for granite, quartz, marble, and other stone
• Available in seven grits from 60 through 3000

Specifications

• Brand: NSI Solutions
• Product: SL3 Floating Turbo Abrasive
• Product Type: Stone Polishing Abrasive
• Diameter: 3 in
• Backing: Color-Coded Semi-Rigid Plastic Laminate
• Attachment: Hook and Loop
• Compatible Backer: 3 in Hook-and-Loop Center Hub Backer
• Compatible Adapter: Standard SL3 Adapter
• Maximum Speed: 4,000 RPM
• Available Grits: Seven Grits from 60 to 3000
• Materials: Granite, Quartz, Marble, and Other Stone
• Applications: Top Polishing and Flat-Edge Polishing

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the NSI Solutions SL3 Floating Turbo Abrasive used for?

It is designed for top polishing and flat-edge polishing of granite, quartz, marble, and other types of stone.

What size is the SL3 Floating Turbo?

The abrasive has a 3-inch diameter.

How does the SL3 Floating Turbo attach to the tool?

The abrasive uses a hook-and-loop attachment and is designed for use with the 3-inch Hook-and-Loop Center Hub Backer. The backer then locks into the standard SL3 Adapter.

How does the SL3 Quick Change System work?

The system allows compatible tools to be changed with a simple quarter turn, making it easier to move between material-removal and polishing operations without repeatedly unscrewing conventional threaded tooling.

Why does the Floating Turbo use a semi-rigid laminate?

The semi-rigid plastic laminate helps the abrasive maintain a flat polishing surface as it wears, promoting smooth operation and a more consistent finished surface.

Why is the abrasive called a Floating Turbo?

The hook-and-loop connection provides enough movement for the abrasive to float during polishing. This creates more forgiving operation while the semi-rigid laminate helps keep the polishing surface flat.

Can the SL3 Floating Turbo be used for top polishing?

Yes. It is optimized for top polishing and is designed to run smoothly with less chatter while maintaining a flat polishing surface.

Can it also be used for edge polishing?

Yes. The Floating Turbo is suitable for flat-edge polishing and is designed to produce a consistent shine across the edge.

What materials can be polished with the SL3 Floating Turbo?

It is designed for granite, quartz, marble, and other types of stone.

What is the maximum operating speed?

The maximum operating speed is 4,000 RPM.

What grits are available?

The SL3 Floating Turbo is available in seven grits ranging from 60 to 3000.