Lea Greaseless Compounds, also known as Lea Satene Bars, are designed to coat mops and buffs with a hard abrasive layer for flexible polishing, satin finishing, and light grinding. Perfect for both ferrous and non-ferrous metals, as well as wood and plastics, they provide an economical and clean alternative to traditional coated abrasives or abrasive wheels. When applied to a calico mop, such as high-quality RODA mops, the compound creates a smooth, abrasive surface capable of producing a range of decorative finishes — from coarse brushed effects to fine satin and butler finishes. Key Features Greaseless Formula – Leaves components clean and ready for lacquering or coating, with no degreasing required. Versatile Use – Works on metals, plastics, and woods where irregular shapes prevent belt sanding. Economical & Efficient – Easily re-head your buff when the coating wears out, saving on setup time and consumables. Optional Adhesive (Lea No.3 Glue) – Enhances bond strength and increases head life, especially for aggressive cutting or deburring. Range of Finishes – From coarse to fine satin effects, ideal for everything from castings and forgings to drawn parts and steels. Flexible Operation – For best results, polish at slow to medium speeds (approx. 1500–5000 sf/m) and apply at low speed before use. Perfect Mop Pairing – Compatible with Moleroda’s range of polishing mops and buffs for optimal results. Available Grades All Lea Greaseless Compounds feature high-quality Aluminium Oxide abrasive grit for consistent performance: Grade Description Typical Use A80 Coarse grade Castings and forgings A120 Medium coarse Castings and forgings A150 Medium Stampings and drawn parts A180 Medium Brass and steels A240 Fine Classic satin finish A320 Extra fine Smooth satin finish No.3 Glue Adhesive Use for improved binding & longevity Silicon Carbide is also available in 120 and 150 grades – Please enquire (minimum order 10 bars). Recommended Polishing Mops & Tools For best performance, pair Lea Greaseless Compounds with Moleroda’s professional-grade mops, designed specifically for coating with abrasive compounds: Mop Type Best For Medium Calico G Mops Felt Wheels Bronco Mops White Stitched Mops General-purpose satin finishing and polishing RODA This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page Quick View Consumables RODA Mops – Loosefold G Polishing & Cutting Mops (Medium) £5.44 – £77.70Price range: £5.44 through £77.70 incl VAT RODA This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page Quick View Consumables RODA Felt – Unmounted Felt Wheels for Polishing £3.95 – £172.00Price range: £3.95 through £172.00 incl VAT This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page Quick View Loosefold Polishing Mops Loosefold Bronco Polishing Mop £9.96 – £171.10Price range: £9.96 through £171.10 incl VAT RODA This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page Quick View Consumables RODA Mops – White Stitched Cutting & Polishing Mops (Hard) £5.76 – £48.85Price range: £5.76 through £48.85 incl VAT Mop Type Best For Coarse Sisal Mops Coarse cutting and initial stages (A80–A120) RODA This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page Quick View Abrasive Mops & Wheels RODA Mops – Dry Sisal Cutting & Polishing Mops (Coarse) £5.76 – £34.93Price range: £5.76 through £34.93 incl VAT This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page Quick View Abrasive Mops & Wheels Impregnated Green Dry Sisal Polishing Mops (Harder) £5.32 – £40.54Price range: £5.32 through £40.54 incl VAT This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page Quick View Abrasive Mops & Wheels Blue Cord Dry Sisals £26.20 – £77.05Price range: £26.20 through £77.05 incl VAT Mop Type Best For Soft Calico WDR Mops Swansdown WHR Mops Reflex Mops Chamois Mops Final fine satin or butler finish (A240–A320) RODA This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page Quick View Consumables RODA Mops – Loosefold WDR Polishing Mop (Soft) £5.28 – £86.93Price range: £5.28 through £86.93 incl VAT This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page Quick View Consumables Soft Loosefold Finishing Mop WHR – Swansdown £6.06 – £24.79Price range: £6.06 through £24.79 incl VAT This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page Quick View Consumables Loosefold Reflex Polishing Mop (Softest) £8.57 – £114.74Price range: £8.57 through £114.74 incl VAT RODA This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page Quick View Chamois Mops RODA Mops – Chamois Polishing Mops £16.85 – £78.82Price range: £16.85 through £78.82 incl VAT Mop Type Best For Loosefold Mops Finishing irregular or delicate shapes RODA This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page Quick View Chamois Mops RODA Mops – Chamois Polishing Mops £16.85 – £78.82Price range: £16.85 through £78.82 incl VAT This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page Quick View Consumables Loosefold Reflex Polishing Mop (Softest) £8.57 – £114.74Price range: £8.57 through £114.74 incl VAT RODA This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page Quick View Consumables RODA Mops – Loosefold G Polishing & Cutting Mops (Medium) £5.44 – £77.70Price range: £5.44 through £77.70 incl VAT RODA This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page Quick View Consumables RODA Mops – Loosefold WDR Polishing Mop (Soft) £5.28 – £86.93Price range: £5.28 through £86.93 incl VAT This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page Quick View Consumables Soft Loosefold Finishing Mop WHR – Swansdown £6.06 – £24.79Price range: £6.06 through £24.79 incl VAT This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page Quick View Loosefold Polishing Mops Soft Loosefold Polishing Razor Mops £6.60 – £9.43Price range: £6.60 through £9.43 incl VAT This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page Quick View Loosefold Polishing Mops Loosefold Bronco Polishing Mop £9.96 – £171.10Price range: £9.96 through £171.10 incl VAT These mops are ideal for use on bench polishers, flexible shaft machines, pendant motors, or even standard drills depending on your setup. Polishing & finishing small workpieces or fine detail? Try using Lea Compound with Mounted Mini Mops or Mounted Felts – perfect for micromotors, pencil grinders and Dremel tools. RODA This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page Quick View Abrasive Mops & Wheels RODA Mops | Mounted Mini Polishing Mops – For Precision Metal Finishing £15.25 – £33.68Price range: £15.25 through £33.68 incl VAT RODA This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page Quick View Abrasives for Power Tools RODA Felt – Mounted Felt Wheels for Polishing £8.50 – £22.46Price range: £8.50 through £22.46 incl VAT RODA This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page Quick View Abrasives for Power Tools RODA Felt | Mounted Felt Bobs for Polishing & Finishing £10.00 – £52.31Price range: £10.00 through £52.31 incl VAT RODA This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page Quick View Abrasives for Power Tools RODA Felt | Mounted Felt Cones & Bullnose for Precision Polishing £11.00 – £60.76Price range: £11.00 through £60.76 incl VAT Applications Lea Greaseless Compounds are ideal for: Creating decorative satin or butler finishes on metalwork Deburring and surface smoothing on castings and stampings Flexible grinding and polishing of irregular shapes Pre-finishing before painting, coating, or lacquering Refinishing metal furniture, handrails, lighting, and more How to Use Apply the compound to a clean mop or buff at a slow speed (or with the motor off). Allow the coating to harden for a few minutes before use. For additional cutting action, lightly crack the surface with a hammer to reveal fresh abrasive edges. Rehead as needed – simply reapply the compound when the abrasive wears out. Use Lea No.3 Glue on the mop before applying compound to enhance adhesion and durability. Technical Details Tube length: approx. 240mm (9½”) Weight: approx. 0.85kg per bar Recommended speeds: Flexible polishing: ~5000 sf/m Brushed effects: 1500–2000 sf/m Frequently Asked Questions (FAQS) What are greaseless compounds used for? Greaseless compounds are used to create a hard abrasive surface on a polishing mop or buff, enabling satin finishing, deburring, and light polishing on metals, plastics, and wood. Do I need to use glue with Lea Compounds? For best results, use Lea No.3 Glue before applying the compound. This strengthens the bond and prevents premature wear, especially on sharp or intricate parts. Which grade should I choose? Start coarse (e.g. A80 or A120) for heavy cut or deburring. Move through A150–A240 for intermediate finishes. Finish with A320 for fine satin effects. Can I use Lea Compounds on non-metal materials? Yes. They can also be used on plastics and woods, particularly when flexible polishing or a brushed effect is required. How do I store greaseless compounds? Keep tubes covered and away from heat to prevent drying out. Always re-cover after use.
