What is glass bead media?

Glass beads are best used for metal finishing. A metal surface is typically very durable, making glass bead the perfect media to finish the surface. This media is often used for applications that involve cleaning, peening, or deburring.

What is #8 glass bead?

Glass Bead Conversion Chart

U.S. STANDARD SCREEN SIZE	MIL. SPEC. (PRF-9954D)	BEAD SIZE RANGE (DIA., INCHES)
70-100	No. 8	.0083-.0059
70-140		.0083-.0041
80-120	No. 9	.0070-.0049

What media is used for sandblasting glass?

The two most common blast medias you use in a blast cabinet for glass etching include glass beads and aluminum oxide. You typically want to select a higher grit number (120 or higher blast media which is a finer particle) as this will allow more control and better results etching.

Is glass bead media safe?

Glass beads can be safe compared to other blast medias. In particular, glass bead blast media can be a good alternative to silica sand depending on your application, which while silica sand is still legal it is becoming more regulated and is recognized as a source of a variety of health problems including silicosis.

Does glass bead remove paint?

We find that many applications can benefit from glass bead blasting. Whether you need to finish a metal, add texture, remove paint or mold or prepare a surface for coating, glass bead blasting is often an excellent option.

What is glass bead blasting used for?

Bead blasting is a type of shot blasting that releases fine glass beads at a high pressure to clean a surface. It is often used to clean calcium deposits from tiling and other surfaces. It can also help brighten grout color.

What is the finest glass bead?

Glass Bead Specifications
Grade	Average Particle Size the smaller the mesh number, the coarser the grit
Medium-Fine	120/200 Mesh (75-125 micron)
Fine	140/230 Mesh (65-105 micron)
170/325 Mesh (45-90 micron)

What is the difference between bead blasting and sandblasting?

Sand blasting is a much quicker process but is also harsher on the underlying metal material. While glass bead blasting does not compromise the metal, sand blasting, similar to sand paper, has the capability of shaping and smoothing the underlying material.

What grit is best for sandblasting glass?

Traditional Abrasive Grit Recommendation for Sandblasting Glass. If you have been in the glass etching or sandcarving industry for a while, you may know that traditionally a finer abrasive is always recommended. Usually around 150-180 grit or even up to the finer 220 grit.

Are glass beads toxic?

Some glass beads have been found to contain toxic metals like lead and arsenic. This is a concern because the beads are typically pulverized during use and generate dust. Lead is recognized as a carcinogen, and as both a developmental and reproductive toxicant.

Is glass bead blasting safe for pool tile?

Glass Beads are environmentally friendly and do not involve the use of chemicals that can damage your pool or leave an undesirable residue. Plus glass bead blasting won’t fade or damage your tiles. To remove calcium, glass beads are shot against your pool tiles at low pressure.

What can glass bead media be used for?

This general purpose blast media is recommended for applications where you want to remove debris without damaging the item’s surface. Glass bead media works well on soft metals like aluminum and brass as well as plastic. Works with a blasting gun or in a blast cabinet.

Where did the glass beads blast media come from?

Glass Beads Blast Media, 45 to 90 Nominal Dia. Tap image to zoom. Roll over image to zoom. Country of Origin USA. Country of Origin is subject to change.

How big is a glass bead blasting media?

Multipurpose Abrasive Blasting Media Mesh Size Grit Recommended Blast Pressure, psi Weight, lbs. 200 240 20-60 15 0000000 40-60 60-70 20-60 10 0000000 40-60 60-70 20-60 50 0000000

When to use Ballotini glass beads blast media?

Country of Origin USA. Country of Origin is subject to change. For cleaning thin sheet metals that require a smooth, dull matte finish. For cleaning, deburring, finishing, and peening applications. The harder the material, the deeper media will penetrate and the faster it will work. Contains no free silicas and leaves no residue.