Sandblasting Media Glass Beads #8 (10 LBS) 70-80 Grit for Sandblaster Abrasive, Blasting Gun, Cabinet
*Multi-Purpose Sandblasting Glass Beads: Our #8 Spec (70-100 GRIT) glass bead is our best-selling blasting abrasive media. Used for cleaning, peening, deburring, descaling, finishing, and removing light rust, chipped paint, scale, oxidation and calcium deposits. Ideal for preparing metal surfaces for painting and powder coating. Works well on pistons, engine blocks, cast iron, aluminum, steel, tools, machinery, automotive and airline parts, pipes, dies, castings, cutting tools, etc.
*Environmentally Safe: Eco-friendly, inert and silica-free, our soda lime glass beads are a prime choice. The sandblasting media is reusable and 100% recyclable. Feel better knowing you are not using potentially dangerous chemical or acid treatments.
*Cleans Without Damage or Residue: Glass bead blasting generally provides a smooth, satin finish. Cleans without damaging surfaces. Less aggressive than other mediums with a low risk for etching or warping. Our glass blasting microbeads will not penetrate, contaminate or leave residue on surfaces.
*Versatility in Application Methods: The #8 Spec glass sand blast beads can be used effectively in dry, wet, cabinet, pressure or suction blasting methods. Always follow the manufacturer guidelines for proper and safe application.
*Made in the USA: Our blasting sand is manufactured and packaged in the USA.
This is our most popular size glass for bead blasting projects and can tackle many different jobs. The glass media should be used according to manufacturer instructions with a sandblaster gun or sandblasting cabinet. The glass bead abrasive is versatile in wet sandblasting, dry blasting and bead blasting cabinets. It is effective on metals, wood and many plastics. The sandblasting grit efficiently removes oxidation layers and residues without damaging surfaces. Be sure to clean metal surfaces before applying paint or coatings to ensure best performance. APPLICATION: Suggested at low pressure 20-60 PSI. You can peen to higher intensities with a 90 degree nozzle angle. SAFETY: Always wear appropriate NIOSH-approved respiratory protection & personal safety equipment while using glass beads for blasting applications. Follow sandblast machinery and tool safety guidelines as well.
