Glass Beads

Glass bead blasting media is a spherical shaped abrasive used to achieve a bright finish. In certain applications, a satin-like finish can be achieved.

Glass Bead Blasting Media

Glass beads are available in an assortment of sizes for applications that range from blasting, cleaning, peening, deburring, metal finishing, as well as military spec peening beads (AMS2431/6C).

Standard Abrasive Sizes Available – Contact sales for special sizing requests

  • Minimal Metal Removal
  • Reduce Contaminants & Disposal Costs
  • Bright Surface Finish
  • Hardness (Knoop): 515
  • Density: 2.5 g/cc
  • Specific Gravity: 2.45-2.50
  • Free Silica Content: 0%

Blasting Applications:

  • Surface Cleaning
  • Surface Finishing
  • Deburring
  • Peening

Need help deciding which sandblasting media to use? View this Blast Media chart to find the most effective media for your application!

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