Why is 80 Grit Glass Bead Better?

Metal: For metals like aluminum, stainless steel, and brass, finer glass beads (70-140 mesh) are often preferred for a smooth finish.

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Plastic and Rubber: Use finer beads (100-200 mesh) to avoid damaging the surface.

Glass and Ceramics: Medium to fine beads (70-140 mesh) work well for cleaning and finishing without causing surface damage.

Matte Finish: Coarser beads (40-70 mesh) are better for achieving a matte or satin finish.

Peening: For surface strengthening and stress relief, finer beads (100-200 mesh) are typically used.

Mesh size refers to the number of openings per inch in a screen. A higher mesh number indicates finer beads.

Grit size is another way to measure bead size, often used interchangeably with mesh size.

Higher blasting pressures can handle coarser beads, while lower pressures are better suited for finer beads.

Ensure your equipment can accommodate the bead size you choose.

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The nozzle size of your blasting equipment should match the bead size. Larger nozzles can handle coarser beads, while smaller nozzles are better for finer beads.

Use medium-sized beads (60-100 mesh) for effective rust and paint removal without damaging the underlying material.

For preparing surfaces for painting or coating, medium to fine beads (70-140 mesh) provide a clean, smooth surface.

Finer beads (100-200 mesh) are ideal for polishing and finishing applications, providing a smooth, reflective surface.

Use finer beads (100-200 mesh) for peening applications to relieve surface stress and improve fatigue resistance.

Conduct trial runs with different bead sizes to determine the best fit for your specific project.

Based on the trial results, adjust the bead size, blasting pressure, and nozzle size to optimize performance.