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 Right From The Start

At Kramer Industries, we recognize the difficulty, expense and lost time that
you face in finding the precise combination of equipment, supplies and
processes to achieve your desired results.
Right From The Start Guarantee

We have systems in place that guarantee you will see the end results right
from the start. We call this the Right From The Start Guarantee.

Introduction: We always introduce ourselves by name. We treat you honestly,

courteously and fairly. When we introduce you to our company, we strive to ensure
that your precise requirements are understood and met.

Understand Your Needs: To ensure that we understand exactly what you need and
that you are aware of all of your alternatives, we engage you in a thorough dialogue.
We try to identify all your key issues and concerns to understand exactly what you
are expecting to accomplish.

Analysis Phase: Once you have provided us with the information to assure that we
thoroughly understand your needs, our entire team analyzes our findings to develop
the best possible solution or recommendation for your application. If necessary, our
laboratory will process your sample parts in our testing equipment under a variety of
conditions in order to fine tune our recommendations.

Lifetime Support: After you agree to the solution and products that will meet all your
requirements, we will make ourselves available for unlimited technical and
administrative support. We look forward to answering any questions you have by
phone, fax or e-mail. Forever. We enjoy talking about new projects you are working
on and finding out how we can help you grow your business and improve your
profitability.

Order Experience: When you are ready to place an order with us, you will find that
our no-hassle, no pressure, stress- free ordering experience will be enjoyable and
thorough. All costs will be explained; there will never be any hidden or add-on
charges. Our Order Processing Department will always process your order with
professionalism.

Delivery as Promised: We will discuss all shipping options with you and keep you
informed of the processing status of all machines, equipment and supplies you order,
making sure that all items arrive when requested. We employ the latest methods
available to keep track of your shipment at all times, assuring that it reaches you
precisely when you need it.

Satisfaction Assurance: You can expect that we will continue to remain in touch
with you, monitoring your experience with us to make sure that you are satisfied with
our products. Any time we find that we are not performing up to your expectations,
we take immediate corrective action. Even more, we always look forward, seeking to
continuously improve and find better ways to assure your satisfaction today and
tomorrow. Our goal is to create customers for a lifetime.

Our Guarantee: The Right From The Start Guarantee is about absolute customer
satisfaction. Creating a high-value, mutually satisfying relationship is our only
measurement of success. If you are dissatisfied with your experience, we will take
every action possible to remedy the situation – 100% guaranteed!
 Table of Contents
About Kramer Industries .................. 1 Tumbling Media ............................. 75
Our Story .......................................... 1 Ceramic ........................................ 75
Our Mission ...................................... 2 Bond Descriptions ................. 76
Angle Cut Cylinders............... 77
Barrel Systems................................... 3 Angle Cut Triangles ............... 78
Table of Contents

K14 Series ........................................ 4 Angle Cut Ellipses ................. 79

K Series ............................................ 6 Straight Cut Triangles............ 79
TT Series .......................................... 8 Cones .................................... 79
MT Series ....................................... 10 Angle Cut Tristars.................. 80
K9 Series ........................................ 12 Cylindrical Wedges................ 80

Vibratory Systems ........................... 13 Precision Ceramic ........................ 81

MB Series ....................................... 14 Balls ....................................... 81
DB Series ....................................... 17 Cylinders................................ 82
EV Series........................................ 18 Triangles ................................ 82
VH Series ....................................... 20
Plastic .......................................... 83
Parts Separating Systems .............. 24 Bond Descriptions ................. 83
TRS Series ..................................... 24 Cones .................................... 84
Catch Pan & Screen Separators .... 25 Cylindrical Wedges................ 84
Pyramids................................ 85
Blasting Systems ............................. 26 Tetrahedrons ......................... 85
SS Series........................................ 29 Triangles ................................ 86
DP Series ....................................... 37 Tristars................................... 86
HDP Series ..................................... 42 Wedges ................................. 87
Blast Room Package ...................... 45
PPB Series ..................................... 48 Synthetic ...................................... 88
HDPPB Series ................................ 55 Bond Descriptions ................. 88
TB Series ........................................ 61 Cones .................................... 89
Cylindrical Wedges................ 89
Finishing Compounds ..................... 66 Pyramids................................ 90
Powdered ....................................... 67 Tetrahedrons ......................... 90
Liquid .............................................. 69 Triangles ................................ 91
Creams ........................................... 71 Tristars................................... 91
Wedges ................................. 91

Abrasive ....................................... 92
Aluminum Oxide .................... 92
White Aluminum Oxide .......... 93
Corn Cob Grit ........................ 94
Silicon Carbide ...................... 95
Walnut Shell Grit ................... 96

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information, get the scoop on new products and specials, and
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Tumbling Media, continued Technical References
Carbon Steel .............................. 97 Where Do I Start?
Round Balls ............................ 98 Barrel or Vibratory Finishing:
Eclipse Balls ........................... 98 Choosing the Right System for
Jewelry Mix ............................. 98 the Job ............................... 117
Table of Contents

Abcut™ .................................... 98 Barrel Finishing Guide ............. 120

Cones...................................... 99 Options for Processing
Ballcones ................................ 99 Wastewater in a
Ovalballs ................................. 99 Deburring System..................126
Diagonals ................................ 99 Tumbling Media Selection
Pins & Tapers ......................... 99 Guide .....................................127
Estimating Machine Capacity ...129
Stainless Steel ......................... 100 Vibratory Finishing Guide .........130
Round Balls .......................... 101 Small Vibratory Finishers..........131
Eclipse Balls ......................... 101 Types of Blasting Equipment ..... 26
Ballcones .............................. 101 The Multiple Uses of Blast
Cones.................................... 101 Finishing Systems .................. 28
Diagonals .............................. 102 Tumble Blasting Guide ..............132
Jewelry Mix ........................... 102 Abrasive Blasting Guide ...........133
Pins & Tapers ....................... 102 Blasting Media
Ovalballs ............................... 102 Selection Guide .................... 135
Burnishing with Steel Shot........138
Hardwood ................................. 103 Pre-plate Finishing
Pegs ...................................... 103 with a Vibratory
Cubes.................................... 104 Finishing Machine ..................139
Diamonds .............................. 104 Degating and Separating
Wedges ................................. 104 Die-Castings ..........................141
Auto & Truck Restoration ........ 143
Abrasive Blasting Media .............. 105 Blast Stripping Boats ............... 144
Aluminum Oxide ....................... 105 Firearm Cartridge Polishing ..... 145
White Aluminum Oxide ............ 106 Jewelry Polishing ..................... 146
Corn Cob Grit ........................... 107 Microdermabrasion .................. 147
Crushed Glass Grit .................. 108 Non-Skid Flooring .................... 149
Glass Beads ............................. 109 Pumice Powder Media............. 151
Pumice ..................................... 110 Burnishing Silverware .............. 153
Silicon Carbide ......................... 111 Finishing Buttons and
Steel Grit .................................. 112 Small Plastics ........................155
Steel Shot................................. 113 Log Home Blasting .................. 156
Walnut Shell Grit ...................... 114 Pool Blasting & Cleaning ......... 157
Plastic Abrasives ...................... 115 Frequently Asked Questions ... 158
Acrylic ................................... 116
Melamine .............................. 116 Repairs and Services ....................161
Urea ...................................... 116
Ordering Information ....................163

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 Our Story

In 1911, Harry Kramer set up a small factory in the basement of his home to
manufacture chamois cases for pocket watches. (Chamois is soft leather that is
obtained from a mountain goat.) At that time, the better watches were sold in
About Kramer Industries

chamois cases to protect the watch inside and also act as a polishing device. His
cases were very well liked and business flourished.

After many years, a man who desperately needed chamois buffing wheels to
polish jewelry approached Harry Kramer. Harry’s supplier was not able to meet
the demand, leaving Harry to produce the buffing wheels himself. Harry had
never made a buffing wheel before, but accepted the challenge.

When pocket watches went out of style, Harry began to make

chamois and cloth polishing wheels for the jewelry industry.
His son Herbert, then in his late teens, suggested that since
they were already calling on the jewelry trade to sell their
polishing wheels, why not build the polishing machines also?
And so the production of Kramer machines began.

Over the years, The Kramers earned a reputation for quality repairs of tumbling
barrels and other machines. Plastic jewelry was now more popular and tumbling
was promoted as an economical means of mass finishing. Herb was a natural-
born machinist and soon decided that they themselves could fabricate better
machines than the ones being sent to them to repair. By the late 1940’s, HW
Kramer Company was producing a full line of tumbling machines that were
greatly admired for their strength and durability.

Herb Kramer knew the importance of respecting his

customers and his employees. He also recognized the
benefit in knowing the details of his products and the
processes surrounding them. With this philosophy, Herb
Kramer achieved a high degree of customer loyalty and an
incredible amount of referral business.

In 1971, the Kramer factory moved to larger quarters to accommodate its 22

employees. Harry slowly turned over the company reigns to his son Herb, who by
this time had two of his own sons working in the factory. One son, Charles,
developed tumbling compounds to be used in the machines. His other son,
Robert, developed the Kramer machinery.

Harry retired in the late 1960’s. By this time,

vibratory finishing equipment was starting to show
up in the market, offering much faster cycle times
and a controlled action that was safer for the parts
being finished. It was then decided that Kramer
must produce vibratory finishing machines to stay
competitive. They would have to be of the highest
quality to maintain the reputation already
established by Kramer’s tumbling machines.
Robert studied engineering and machine design in college and used this
knowledge to design a series of vibratory finishing machines. It took three years
of prototypes and study to produce the final product.

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 Our Story, continued

In 1972, having outgrown their facility once again, Kramer moved

to larger quarters. Herb Kramer soon retired, leaving his two sons
in charge. Success with the tumbling and vibratory machines
About Kramer Industries

continued through the 1970’s. True to their heritage, the two

Kramer “grandchildren” pursued new opportunities and expanded
Kramer Industries’ market share into the metal finishing industry
through the 1980’s and 1990’s.

The 21st century has seen new challenges and opportunities. Building off our
nearly 100 year history, Kramer Industries has fully embraced our expertise in
surface finishing. Alongside the high value barrel and vibratory tumblers, Kramer
has significantly expanded the line of abrasive blasting systems and abrasive
blasting media - both portable and cabinet systems. Kramer Industries remains a
full service company, offering media, compounds, advice, solutions and a full line
of barrel finishing, vibratory finishing, parts separating equipment and abrasive
blasting equipment. It is expected that Kramer Industries will continue to prosper in
the surface finishing industry for years to come, Right From The Start.

Our Mission

To promote an environment for our customers, employees and industry

that advances learning, creativity and satisfaction and continuously
increases the true value for all stakeholders of the company.

The Experience our Customers will have…

• Stress-free and satisfying purchasing process
• Honest and open communication
• Treated with respect, integrity and trust
• Offered products and services which exceed expectations every time

The Environment our Employees will work in…

• A pleasant and comfortable workplace
• Independence to take advantage of new opportunities
• Encouraged to take risks without the anxiety of failure
• Continuous learning in a non-stifling atmosphere
• Freedom to be expressive and creative

The Contributions to our Industry will be…

• Readily available, practical, educational information
• Open dialogue to encourage learning and information sharing
• Leverage our experience to facilitate economic growth
• Cooperative environment among all in the industry

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 Barrel Finishing

Barrel tumblers work well for jobs requiring heavy burr removal. They are also good
for burnishing, rapid radiusing of edges, heavy deburring with or without media and
tumbling die-castings to break the parts off the runner. Barrel tumblers are a good
choice for very heavy loads that will not run well in a vibratory finisher, such as steel
Barrel Finishing Systems

shot for polishing operations, where the media can weigh up to 300 lb per cubic foot.
When estimating the capacity required, keep in mind that barrel tumblers run best
50% full. Screened barrels are available for use as a plastic or die-casting deflashing
machine. By adding screen doors, parts can be separated.

Wet barrel finishing is a batch system for removing excess material or polishing
parts, employing water and other agents to form radii, remove burrs, improve surface
appearance, polish and clean. Wet barrel finishing works well for processing metal.
Wet barrel finishing equipment may sometimes be used in dry tumbling operations.

Dry barrel finishing is a batch system for mass polishing or removing excess material
from plastic or metal parts without liquids by tumbling them in a media and compound
mixture. Dry barrel tumblers form radii, deflash, polish and grind. Dry tumbling is
valuable for finishing very delicate parts that would be damaged in a wet barrel. A dry
system produces a smoother and higher finish. The finished parts have more of a
hand-buffed appearance with greater uniformity in the end product - something very
difficult to do with hand finishing methods.

Although most methods for barrel finishing employ a wet process, dry tumbling has
some definite advantages in particular cases. Some factories are not set up to handle
large quantities of water, making wet tumbling impossible. Dry tumbling may be used
under such circumstances to eliminate hand finishing.

For more information on barrel finishing, refer to our Barrel Finishing Guide on
page 115.

Our most popular media bonds…

Ceramic: KM used for general deburring in most standard applications
Plastic: KX used for general metal removal

For a more detailed description of our media bonds, refer to page 76 for
ceramic media and page 83 for plastic media.

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 K14 Series
Heavy-Duty, Variable-Speed, Wet Barrel Tumblers
Bench Models

The K14 Series system is a small, heavy-duty, bench-top, wet barrel tumbler with
Barrel Finishing Systems

standard capacities ranging from 0.75 to 1.5 cubic feet. The K14 system is a
deburring machine solution that features a timer, variable speed, a heavy chain
drive, and removable, interchangeable barrels. The barrels are mounted high
enough to allow a screen and pan underneath so the barrel can be emptied without
lifting and dumping. This deburring turn-key machine can handle loads of up to 200
pounds. The barrels are mounted in a cradle and can be interchanged to divide up a
load. The K14 is very useful for small machine shops and for jewelry processing.
The small footprints of these wet barrel tumblers make them easy to fit in a crowded
shop, even under a bench. The sturdy construction of this deburring machine
solution guarantees many years of useful service.

• Ideal for deburring or burnishing

• The right barrel for the right job - 3 sizes available
• Quick-change barrels add to its versatility and handling
• All the features of larger equipment with small model economy
• Useful for production runs for small jobs or test runs for large plants
• Variable speed drive
• 24-hour timer included

24-hr Timer

Start-Stop Switch

Variable Speed Control

Separating Screen
(optional)
Catch Pan
(optional)

Plug-in Line Cord

Bench (optional)

K1406
shown with optional catch pan, separating screen
and bench

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Heavy-Duty, Variable-Speed, Wet Barrel Tumblers
Bench Models
Barrel Finishing Systems

SPECIFICATIONS
K1401 to K1402: 0.758 ft³
CAPACITY
K1404 to K1408: 1.625 ft³
Six-sided seamless plastic or steel.
Steel barrels are lined with a durable polyurethane lining.
Three widths available: 51/4", 101/2" and 221/2" wide.
BARRELS 14" diameter across corners.
Quick-action lock on covers.
Solid, watertight doors.
One solid door included with each size barrel ordered.
DRIVE Variable speed control 25-50 RPM.
24-hour timer.
CONTROLS
Start-stop switch.
K1401 to K1402: 331/2" w x 25" d x 24" h
BENCH SPACE
K1404 to K1408: 441/2" w x 25” d x 24" h
Bench.
Catch pan.
OPTIONAL Separating screen.
ACCESSORIES Drain door.
Guard.
Extra barrels.
K1401 - one 101/2" barrel
K1402 - two 51/4" barrels

MODELS K1404 - one 221/2" barrel

K1405 - two 101/2" barrels
K1406 - one 101/2" & two 51/4" barrels
K1408 - four 51/4" barrels

Are your parts getting scratched?

If your parts are getting scratched, the load level may be too low, there
may be foreign metal matter in the barrel, there may be too many parts
in the barrel or the barrel lining may need to be replaced.

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 K Series
Heavy-Duty, Variable-Speed, Wet Barrel Tumblers
Floor Models
The K Series system is a large, horizontal, floor model, wet barrel tumbler. These full-
featured, heavy-duty barrel tumbler systems come with standard capacities ranging
Barrel Finishing Systems

from 5 to 30 cubic feet. The K Series barrel tumblers feature a timer, overload
protection, variable speed control, heavy chain drive, swing down guard with safety
interlock and sturdy wrap-around housing with an “A”-frame reinforcement.

FEATURES
Multiple barrel units are actually individual barrels.
Solid, watertight doors and drain doors included for
BARRELS
each size barrel.
Barrels are available unlined or with a durable polyurethane lining.
DRIVE Variable speed system.
12- or 24-hour timer, reversing switch, start-stop switch, flip-up
CONTROLS guard, reset buttons and magnetic starter switch with
overload protection.
3 phases/60 cycles/220V standard
MOTOR
(440V and 550V also available)
HOUSING Sheet metal with reinforced "A"-frame and flip-up barrel guard.
Screened barrels for use as a plastics or die-casting
OPTIONAL deflashing machine.
ACCESSORIES Electric separating machine.
Water tank.

K3036-2 K3060-1

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Heavy-Duty, Variable-Speed, Wet Barrel Tumblers
Floor Models

MODEL SPECIFICATIONS
Barrel Finishing Systems

FLOOR SPACE
MODEL CAPACITY COMPARTMENTS HP
(depth x width x height)
3
K2024-1 4.80 ft³ one 24" /4 32" x 58" x 50"
3
K2024-2 4.80 ft³ two 12" /4 32" x 58" x 50"
K3036-1 15.54 ft³ one 36" 2 42" x 73" x 60"
K3036-2 15.54 ft³ two 18" 2 42" x 73" x 60"
K3060-1 25.92 ft³ one 60" 5 42" x 99" x 60"
K3060-2 25.92 ft³ two 30" 5 42" x 99" x 60"
K3060-3 25.92 ft³ two 18" & one 24" 5 42" x 99" x 60"
K3060-4 25.92 ft³ four 15" 5 42" x 99" x 60"

The K Series Heavy-Duty Barrel Tumblers can be customized to include barrel sizes
other than noted above. Please call us at 888-515-9443 to discuss your specific
application and requirements.

Discuss your finishing topics with others!

Visit the Kramer Industries’ Shop Talk forum at
[Link] to discuss finishing techniques,
ask questions, offer advice and meet others in your industry.

At [Link], you’ll find our most up-to-date

company information, get the scoop on new products and specials, and
technical materials that can be applied to a wide variety of industries.

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 TT Series
Heavy-Duty Tilting Tumblers
Floor Models
The Barrel Finishing TT Series Tilting Tumblers
are a series of open-ended, oblique tumblers - a
Barrel Finishing Systems

special type of barrel finishing machine in which

the barrel is open at the end and is mounted
cantilever on a tilting shaft. The tilting tumbler is
a versatile machine suitable for wet or dry barrel
finishing processes. This particular system
features a tapered octagonal shaped barrel for
maximum tumbling action.

The design of the TT Series oblique tumblers is

most desirable for its ease of handling. It is
usually run without a door, so parts can be
inspected as the machine is running. The big
open mouth of the barrel makes it easy to load.
It unloads rapidly by tilting the barrel down. It is
an excellent barrel finishing machine to use for
self-tumbling or drying parts. The barrel is metal
and watertight. The barrel can be either unlined
TTM
or lined with a durable polyurethane lining. The
tilting device will swing the barrel a full 180°. The
barrel automatically locks in any position. The
machines are equipped with a manual or
optional power tilt, fixed speed or optional
variable speed, timer and overload protection.

An old favorite for finishing, the TT Series offers the advantage of fast loading and
unloading as well as rapid inspection, which is especially useful with runs of short
duration. These tilting tumblers are also useful for doing many short runs because
they are so easy to load and unload.

This type of barrel does not work as well with media as the standard horizontal
barrel. The media and parts tend to segregate because of the vortex action, causing
the media to stay toward the rear of the barrel as the parts migrate toward the
opening. Hence, this type of machine should not be chosen for sophisticated
deburring.

Did you know?

Some simple deflashing operations, as is often done with compression-
molded parts, can be performed without media by tumbling the parts
against each other in a screen barrel that permits the scrap to fall out.

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Heavy-Duty Tilting Tumblers
Floor Models
SPECIFICATIONS
Barrel Finishing Systems

DRIVE Direct from motor to barrel via a quiet chain and sprocket system.

CONTROLS Magnetic starter with overload protection, timer and knife switch.

MOTOR Gear type: 3 phases/60 cycles/220V.

HOUSING Enclosed steel frame braced with an angle iron.

BARREL Barrels are available unlined or with a durable polyurethane lining.

Variable speed drive.

Unlined or polyurethane-lined additional barrels.
OPTIONAL Watertight door for barrel.
ACCESSORIES Drain door for barrel.
Safety swing down guard with safety interlock.
Power tilt (included with model TTM-3).

MODEL TTM-1 TTM-2 TTM-3

VOLUME 2.38 ft³ 4.60 ft³ 9.30 ft³

BARREL DIAMETER
(bottom & top)
20" & 12" 24" & 16" 30" & 22"

BARREL DEPTH 20" 25" 30"

3 1 3
STEEL BOTTOM OF BARREL /16" /4" /8"

3 1
THICKNESS OF BARREL SIDE 12-gauge /16" /4"

# OF BARREL SIDES 8 8 8
BARREL RPM 28 28 28
1 1
HP /4 /2 1
FLOOR SPACE
(width x depth)
34" x 32" 38" x 37" 44" x 42"

WEIGHT 700 lb 830 lb 950 lb

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 MT Series
Roller Barrel Tumblers
Bench Models
The Mini-Tumbler industrial roller barrel
Barrel Finishing Systems

tumbler system is designed for small parts

and/or small batch runs. This roller barrel
tumbler system is ideal for sensitive or
fragile parts. This bench-top rotary tumbler
system can accommodate barrels ranging
in capacity from 22 ounces to 8 gallons.
The heavy-duty plastic barrels are equipped
with stainless-steel doors and neoprene
expansion plugs. The three different
finishing tumbler base sizes offer different
bar lengths and distances between the bars 2-Bar Base shown with 1 MT-4
to allow for multiple barrels/batches on barrel and 2 MT-2 barrels
each base. The standard tumbler base is
supplied with two speeds, but can be
upgraded to variable speed for your ideal
deburring equipment.

TUMBLER BASE SPECIFICATIONS

MODEL Mini-Base 2-Bar Base 3-Bar Base
DIMENSIONS
(l x w x h) 23" x 16" x 13" 36" x 19" x 13" 36" x 19" x 13"

BAR LENGTH 91/4" 24" 24"

BAR DISTANCE 41/2" 71/2" 31/2"
1
/3 HP, RPM 1725/1140, 115V @ 60Hz
ELECTRICAL
2-speed or variable speed
OPTIONS Available in 220V @ 50Hz
Seamless reinforced fiberglass base.
Precision ground urethane bars.
FEATURES Standard 2-speed drive.
2-Bar and 3-Bar Bases available in variable speed.
Available in domestic and international voltages.

Mini-Base
shown with 2 MT-2 barrels 3-Bar Base
shown with 8 MT-1 barrels

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Roller Barrel Tumblers
Bench Models

BARREL SPECIFICATIONS
Barrel Finishing Systems

MODEL MT-1 MT-2 MT-3 MT-4 MT-6 MDT-1

3 1 1 3
DIMENSIONS 4 /4" 8 /4" 7" 10 /2" 15 /4" 5"
(diameter x height) x 43/4" x 43/8" x 10" x 103/4" x 143/4" x 41/2"
BARREL OPENING 3" 4" 4" 4" 71/4" 3"
3.5 1.5 2.5
TOTAL CAPACITY 22 fl oz 8 gallons 22 fl oz
quarts gallons gallons
RPM (Low/High) 90/127 52/80 42/56 38/53 25/40 1/120
CERAMIC MEDIA NEEDED
TO FILL EACH BARREL 1 lb 5 lbs 10 lbs 20 lbs 65 lbs 1 lb

Barrels: molded from heavy-duty plastic (HDPE).

Barrel Covers: stainless steel; neoprene expansion plugs;
FEATURES positive lock and seal for easy access.
MDT-1 features Delrin plug-type cover with silicone "o" ring
seal.
MAXIMUM NUMBER OF BARRELS THAT FIT ON BASE

MINI-BASE 2 2 1 1 0 2
2-BAR BASE 0 4 3 2 1 0
3-BAR BASE 8 0 0 0 0 8

Did you know?

Plastics require a soft media such as wood pegs to avoid damage,
but a soft media does not cut enough. Adding either corn cob grit or
walnut shell grit treated with pumice to a dry tumbling load greatly
speeds up the cutting time and creates an extremely efficient surface
finishing operation.

For additional information on abrasive tumbling media, refer to page 92.

For additional information on dry barrel finishing, refer to our Barrel

Finishing Guide on page 120.

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 K9 Jewelry Finishing Machine
Heavy-Duty Mini-Tumbler
Bench Model

The K9 Series systems are bench-top,

Barrel Finishing Systems

wet barrel tumblers that perform the same

tasks as larger units, such as deburring,
descaling, forming radii, improving surface
finishes, burnishing, and cleaning, yet are
compact enough to fit virtually anywhere.
These barrel tumblers are a favorite within
the jewelry industry.

How can it be used?

Manufacturers of small parts such as
jewelry and screw machine products will
find the K9 ideal for their production
needs. Tumbling methods and materials
can be readily tested on a small scale K9 shown with catch pan and
without endangering large quantities of separating screen
parts.

Why select the Kramer K9 machine?

Although small, the K9 is sturdily constructed for industrial usage. Even the smallest
manufacturing plant can find a place for the K9. Polishing and abrasive procedures
can be done in the same barrel because the barrel is made of plastic. The barrel is
easily removed for ease of handling. Optional separating screens and catch pans
that fit under the barrel are available.

SPECIFICATIONS

Horizontal.
Closed.
Hexagonal shape.
BARREL
Plastic.
9" diameter x 4" wide.
11/2 quarts capacity.

Direct drive via gear motor.

DRIVE
1 phase/60 cycles/115V.

CONTROLS On-Off switch plus line cord and plug.

11" wide x 18" deep.

BENCH SPACE
15" high including barrel.

K9 catch pan - fits under barrel.

OPTIONAL
ACCESSORIES K9 separating screen - fits in pan. Screen is constructed of
1
/4" perforated metal (other screen sizes available).

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 Vibratory Finishing

Vibratory finishing systems

Vibratory Finishing Systems

produce a cutting action by

shaking the processing vessel
(the tub) at a high speed,
causing the media and parts
to scrub against each other.
This scrubbing action
precisely abrades the parts to
remove burrs. A shaft with
rotating eccentric weights MB Series E Class
mounted on the tub produces Mini Bowl Vibratory System
the shaking action. Bench Model

Vibratory finishing systems produce a cutting action that is very thorough. They
remove material from pockets and recesses and inside bores, which cannot be
done in a barrel tumbler, so they can be used for very delicate or intricate parts.
With high speeds and a short stroke, they can also run large bulky parts without
damage. Large wingspans and landing struts are routinely run in these systems.
Vibratory finishing systems also lend themselves to be automated easily. They can
be fully automated for a flow-through operation or used as a basic batch operation.
The action is that of a small orbit at a high speed and thus is very powerful, yet
causes little stress on the parts.

For more information on vibratory finishing, refer to our

Vibratory Finishing Guide on page 125.

Did you know?

Ceramic preformed media is used for ferrous metals. Plastic and
synthetic preformed media are used for non-ferrous metals. Non-metals
can normally use either plastic or synthetic depending upon the results
to be achieved. Steel or ceramic media is used to achieve bright shiny
burnished finishes on all materials. Dry treated organic media is used
for smooth, polished mirror finishes on all materials. Refer to our
Tumbling Media Selection Guide on page 130 for more information.

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 MB Series
Mini Bowl Vibratory Systems

The MB Series mini bowl vibratory finishing

Vibratory Finishing Systems

equipment systems are available in three bench

model sizes and two heavy-duty floor model sizes. A
bowl vibratory finisher can be used for small delicate
parts without the concern of damage often found in
large, tub-style vibratory equipment systems.

Bench Models:

The bench model MB Series mini bowl vibratory

finishing systems includes a dump chute for easy Bench Model E Class
discharge. This vibratory finishing equipment also
has an optional stand with a vibratory recirculating
system. The toroidal-shaped bowl is suspended on
multiple springs to allow for three-dimensional
vibratory finishing, thus reducing part-to-part
interaction during processing.

Floor Models:

The heavy-duty floor model MB Series mini bowl

vibratory finishing systems are designed for larger Floor Model F Class
batch sizes and 24/7 industrial processing. These
bowl vibrators include a 3/8-inch-thick, polyurethane-
lined steel bowl with adjustable amplitude. The 1.0-
hp, 1,800-rpm motor can be upgraded to allow for
vibratory burnishing and polishing operations using
steel tumbling media.

Vibratory Finishing Tips

The maximum part size that goes into a tub should be at least an inch
or two shorter than the total length of the tub. In a bowl machine, the
part length should not exceed the short width of the channel for
uniform finishing.

Common speeds for vibratory deburring range from 1400 RPM for large
machines to 1725 RPM for smaller machines; greater speeds may
result in part damage or impingement. However, a higher RPM (3600)
may be desirable for a heavy weight-to-load ratio processing or when
burnishing, since steel media requires a lot of energy to start it in
motion and continue to move.

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Mini Bowl Vibratory Systems

Bench Model MB Series E Class Mini Bowl Vibratory Systems

Vibratory Finishing Systems

SPECIFICATIONS

Toroidal shaped bowl with curved sides.

Bowl is suspended on multiple springs.

BOWL
DIMENSIONS DUMP OVERALL
MODEL CAPACITY HP WEIGHT
CHUTE HEIGHT
BOWL A B C
0.25 ft³ /
E25 141/2" 4" 61/2" 1
/4 2" 40 lb 191/2"
2 gallons
0.50 ft³ /
E50 171/4" 6" 71/2" 1
/2 21/2" 61 lb 261/2"
4 gallons
0.75 ft³ /
E75 191/2" 7" 91/2" 1
/2 3" 81 lb 29"
6 gallons
Direct.
DRIVE 110V @ 60Hz or 220V @ 50Hz.
Adjustable amplitude to vary vibratory action.

HOUSING &
BOWLS Constructed of durable plastic and metal for lightweight portable use.

Standard units feature a dump chute with a polyurethane expansion

FEATURES plug, ribbed heavy-duty polymer bowl, adjustable amplitude, sound
cover and bowl drain.

Stand (shown on right).

Recirculating System: submersible pump,
metering valve and 6-gallon container.
OPTIONAL Timer (12 hr; stand or wall-mounted)
ACCESSORIES

E75 shown with optional stand and timer

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Vibratory Finishing Systems Mini Bowl Vibratory Systems

Floor Model MB Series F Class Mini Bowl Vibratory Systems

SPECIFICATIONS
Toroidal shaped bowl with straight walls.
Bowl is suspended on multiple springs.
BOWL DIMENSIONS OVERALL
MODEL CAPACITY HP WEIGHT
A B C HEIGHT
BOWL
F10HD 20" 6" 7" 1.0 ft³ 1 200 lb 35"

F20HD 29" 81/2" 81/2" 2.0 ft³ 1 275 lb 35"

110V waterproof on/off switch.

DRIVE
Adjustable amplitude to vary vibratory action.

HOUSING & Constructed of high grade steel and lined with 3/8" durable
BOWLS polyurethane.

Standard units feature adjustable amplitude system, 3/8" durable

FEATURES polyurethane lined steel bowl and flow-through solution control flow
meter.

OPTIONAL Motor upgrade for steel media vibratory processing (230V, 3 phase
ACCESSORIES motor upgrade with inverter for 110V, 1 phase operation).

So many choices.
Which media best suits your job?
To find out, check out our Tumbling Media Selection Guide
on page 127.

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Vibratory Tub Systems
Floor Models
The DB Series vibratory finishing machines are designed as regular use tub
Vibratory Finishing Systems

vibrators. These finishing system machines make great "starter" machines for those
unfamiliar with mass finishing or on a limited budget. The vibratory tumbler is typically
used for deburring and polishing operations. A DB Series vibratory finishing machine
is constructed of heavy-gauge steel and rust-preventive enamel paint. Each of the
tub vibrators are lined with durable polyurethane. All systems come equipped with a
complete fluid recirculating system. A variety of optional Tubular Rotary Separator
Attachments (refer to page 24) can be easily attached to the DB tub outlet.

SPECIFICATIONS
MODEL DB300 DB650
INSIDE TANK
DIMENSIONS 31" x 131/2" x 13" 35" x 18" x 183/4"
(l x w x d)

CAPACITY 3.0 ft³ 6.5 ft³

1 HP, 1 Phase, 3 HP, 3 Phase,

110V @ 60Hz, 12.2 FLA 230V @ 60Hz, 8.8 FLA
MOTOR
or or
220V @ 60Hz, 6.2 FLA 440V @ 60Hz, 4.4 FLA

OPTIONS Available in 220V @ 50Hz.

5" round discharge door, with discharge trough.

Heavy-gauge steel construction coated with rust-preventive
enamel paint.
Sound reduction cover and anchor bolts.
FEATURES
Polyurethane liner made from the finest quality material
available and oven cured.
Complete fluid circulation system including pump, fluid
container and all necessary hoses and fittings.

DB300
DB650

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 EV Series
Heavy-Duty Vibratory Tub Systems
Floor Models
EV systems are a series of heavy-duty tub
Vibratory Finishing Systems

type vibrators designed for high efficiency and

durability. They are primarily used as a
deburring vibrator to improve surface finish,
deflash, remove tool marks, and polish. The
EV durable tub vibrators are available in six
tub sizes ranging from 11/2 to 20 cubic feet. All
systems come equipped with a direct drive,
separate control panel with overload
protection, pump and timer controls. A variety
of optional Tubular Rotary Separator
EV 150
Attachments (refer to page 24) can be easily
attached to the EV deburring vibrator's tub
outlet.

FEATURES OF THESE DURABLE TUB VIBRATORS:

• Unique tub shape which forces load turnover: Unlike toroidal bowls, the EV
generates considerable force by lifting the entire load, whereas toroidal
bowls create a rolling action. The round contours of the EV wrap around the
load to increase load pressure. The curved shape produces good circulation
by forcing the load to turn over.
• Controlled action that dissipates load pressure: The action of most tub
vibrators tends to form an elongated elliptical path in an almost horizontal
plane, which dissipates the load pressure. The EV achieves an almost
circular path by employing a unique suspension system, which prevents
power loss through tipping of the tub as it lifts the load.
• Heavy-duty welded construction with a hinged top hood for quick
accessibility and easy access to all drive components.
• Shaft support with double row spherical bearings for extra durability.
• Noise reduction: Vibration isolating pads to set the machine on, thereby
reducing unwanted noise. Thick steel plate housing to minimize noise and
floor vibrations.

EV 300 EV 150
EV 150
with TRS-1 filled with media

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Heavy-Duty Vibratory Tub Systems
Floor Models

SPECIFICATIONS
Vibratory Finishing Systems

Circular, with urethane lining.

TUB
Door for end unloading.

Direct from motor to eccentric weight through flexible coupling;

eccentric weight drive is adjustable.
DRIVE
0 - 3/8" amplitude range.
Sealed ball bearing pillow blocks.

Magnetic starter with overload protection; separate pump control

CONTROLS switch; timer controls complete system electrical line supplied.
All controls are mounted on separate stand.

Separate pump and tank placed under the tub’s bottom drain.
WATER Water hose leads from pump to tub.
SYSTEM Water and compound can be recirculated between tub and tank, or a
flow through operation can be set up.
3
/8" thick welded steel plate construction.
HOUSING
Top hood hinged and opens for complete accessibility to the drive.

TRS - Tubular Rotary Screen Separator.

OPTIONAL
ACCESSORIES Sound Dampening Cover.
Digital Timer.

FLOOR
TUB TUB SIZE TOP TUB SHIPPING SPACE
MODEL MOTOR
CAPACITY (w x l) OPENING WEIGHT (w x l)
without stand
1
/2 HP
EV 150 11/2 ft³ 13" x 20" 71/2" 400 lb 28" x 34"
1 phase
1 HP
EV 300 3 ft³ 15" x 28" 91/2" 700 lb 34" x 41"
1 phase
3 HP
EV 600 6 ft³ 20" x 30" 14" 1100 lb 44" x 44"
3 phases
5 HP
EV 1000 10 ft³ 24" x 40" 16" 1400 lb 52" x 56"
3 phases
71/2 HP
EV 1500 15 ft³ 28" x 42" 20" 2100 lb 60" x 58"
3 phases
10 HP
EV 2000 20 ft³ 30" x 48" 241/2" 2600 lb 64" x 64"
3 phases

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 VH-ULE Series Large Vibratory Bowls
Large Bowl Vibratory Systems

The VH-ULE Series, compact, state-of-

Vibratory Finishing Systems

the-art, high-energy large bowl vibratory

system features an extended screen
deck plus a low-profile, curved-wall
construction. These floor model, high-
frequency, vibratory tumblers feature a
heavy-duty motor and an integral
inverter/controller deliver flexible
operation with excellent overall machine
performance, reliability and efficiency all
within a compact, space-saving
footprint.

VH-ULE

MODEL VH85ULE VH150ULE VH300ULE

Working Capacity 3 ft³ 5.3 ft³ 10.6 ft³

Channel Width 8.5" 10.2" 12.8"

Bowl Outside
39.2" 44.3" 54.3"
Diameter

Bowl Height 35.4" 38.2" 42.5"

Discharge Height 31.4" 32.3" 35.6"

Overall
Dimensions* 65"x47"x46" 54"x51.6"x38.2" 64.6"x61.4"x42.5"
(l x w x h)

Maximum Load 330 lb 660 lb 1100 lb

1.1 KW 1.5 KW 2.2 KW

Motor
1.5 HP 2.0 HP 3.0 HP
1
/2" or 1" square holes standard.
3
Screen Deck /4" and 11/4" square holes available.
Additional sizes can be special ordered.

* Other size units available. Please contact us toll-free at 1-888-515-9443

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Large Bowl Vibratory Systems
FEATURES AND BENEFITS

• High Frequency/High Amplitude Vibratory Bowl for Mass Finishing

Vibratory Finishing Systems

• (3) Models 3, 5.3 & 10.6 CU. FT. Capacities

• Heavy-Duty Motor
• AC Tech Inverter/Controller
• 230V/460V Dual Voltage with Waterproof ON/OFF Switch
• Rugged U.S. Made Uniroyal Polyurethane Liner
• Variable Speed Control for fine-tune process control and uploading
• Adjustable Amplitude and Lead Angle
• Manual Hand Dam Control
• Convenient Discharge Door
• Unique Curved-Wall Construction
• Low-Profile Design
• Extended Screen Deck
• Easily Changeable Drain Plug

Low Profile Design

The low-profile vibratory bowl design, together with variable speed control, supports
fine-tuned operation along with efficient processing and part unloading.

Curved, Polyurethane-Lined Bowl

Maximizes machine channel utilization and offers higher cutting pressures while
keeping parts in contact with media for more efficient processing and reduced
impingement. High-quality, polyurethane construction for longer bowl life.

Extended Screen Deck

Increases part separation time, and together with variable speed control and curved
wall construction, assists in providing 100% parts separation under most operating
conditions.

Direct Drive Motor - 1800 RPM

Rugged 1.5 HP, 2.0 HP or 3.0 HP motor, heavy-duty springs, variable speed control,
and low center of gravity produce high-frequency, high-amplitude action ideal for fast
cutting and high intensity burnish.

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 VH-ULN Series Large Vibratory Bowls
Large Bowl Vibratory Systems with Integral Sound Damping Cover

The VH-ULN Series heavy-duty vibratory bowl tumblers feature an integrated sound
dampening cover to keep noise level low, a heavy-duty motor and an integral
inverter/controller, an extended screen deck, plus a low-profile, curved-wall
Vibratory Finishing Systems

construction. These floor model vibratory bowl tumblers deliver flexible operation with
excellent overall machine performance, reliability and efficiency, all within a compact,
space-saving footprint.

MODEL VH150ULN VH300ULN VH600ULN

Sound Cover Yes Yes Yes

Working Capacity 5 ft³ 10 ft³ 20 ft³

Channel Width 10.2" 14.6" 18.5"

Bowl Outside
44.5" 50.5" 62.7"
Diameter

Bowl Height 37" 45.7" 52.8"

Motor 3.0 HP 6.5 HP 7.5 HP

1
/2" or 1" square holes standard.
3
Screen Deck /4" and 11/4" square holes available.
Additional sizes can be special ordered.

VH-ULN

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Large Bowl Vibratory Systems with Integral Sound Damping Cover

FEATURES AND BENEFITS

Vibratory Finishing Systems

• High Frequency/High Amplitude Vibratory Mass Finishing Bowl

• (4) Models 5-20 CU. FT. Capacities
• 1800 RPM Direct Drive Motor
• Martin Engineering Heavy-Duty Motor
• AC Tech Inverter/Controller
• 230V/460V Dual Voltage with Waterproof ON/OFF Switch
• Rugged U.S. Made UniRoyal Polyurethane Liner
• Variable Speed Control
• Adjustable Amplitude and Lead Angle
• Full or Semi-Automatic Air Dam
• Convenient Discharge Door
• Unique Curved-Wall Construction
• Low-Profile Design
• Extended Screen Deck
• Integral Sound Cover
• Easily Changeable Drain Plug

Low Profile Design

The low-profile vibratory bowl design, together with variable speed control, supports
fine-tuned operation along with efficient processing and part unloading.

Curved, Polyurethane-Lined Bowl

Maximizes machine channel utilization and offers higher cutting pressures while
keeping parts in contact with media for more efficient processing and reduced
impingement. High-quality, polyurethane construction for longer bowl life.

Extended Screen Deck

Increases part separation time, and together with variable speed control and curved
wall construction, assists in providing 100% parts separation under most operating
conditions.

Direct Drive Motor - 1800 RPM

Rugged motor, heavy-duty springs, variable speed control, and low center of gravity
produce high-frequency, high-amplitude action ideal for fast cutting and high intensity
burnish.

Discuss your finishing topics with others!

Visit the Kramer Industries’ Shop Talk forum at
[Link] to discuss finishing techniques, ask
questions, offer advice and meet others in your industry.

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 TRS Series
Tubular Rotary Screen Separators
The TRS Series of rotary separator systems offer a big advantage over traditional
flatbed screen units since media and parts cannot blind the screen openings. The
rotating action of the screen turns the parts over, emptying the media out of the part
Parts Separating Systems

recesses, thereby performing complete, rapid separation of the parts and media.

The TRS tubular rotary screen separator is a flow-through operation and can be fed
directly from the vibrator opening. A whole load can be dumped into a pan and fed
slowly to the screener. This frees the vibrator rapidly, allowing it to be quickly reloaded
with a new batch. The entire TRS tube is made of perforated metal, with openings
customized to the parts being processed. The TRS’ legs are adjustable to control the
tilt.

TRS systems are available in three sizes: (1) The TRS-1 for vibrators up to six cubic
feet; (2) The TRS-2 for large vibrators; and (3) The TRS-2D two-stage separator for
removing fines and separating at the same time or for separating flash runners and
parts from die-cast or molded plastic parts.

TRS-2D Two Stage Separator

(shown with optional loading stand and pans)

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Tubular Rotary Screen Separators

SPECIFICATIONS
Parts Separating Systems

TRS-1 TRS-2 TRS-2D

one 20" X 36"
TUBE SIZE 12" X 36" 20" X 36"
one 20" X 24"

FLOOR SPACE 17" X 36" 24" X 39" 24" X 64"

INLET HEIGHT 24" 40" 40"

DISCHARGE 36" maximum 36" maximum
HEIGHT 15"
24" minimum 24" minimum
300 lb per minute 800 lb per minute 800 lb per minute
MAXIMUM RATE
at 20 RPM at 20 RPM at 20 RPM

OPTIONAL Additional screen tubes.

ACCESSORIES Catch pan.

TRS-1 with transfer pan

Catch Pan & Screen Separators

• Metal catch pan with rails to hold screen
• Chute door
• Reinforced metal edge
• Wood framed screen that fits on rails of catch pan
• 24" wide x 291/2" deep x 4" high
• Metal screens

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 Blasting Systems

There are two basic types of blasting equipment.

While these systems are traditionally known as
sand blasting equipment, all of these types of
blasting machines can handle a variety of blast
Blasting Systems

media. The blasting cabinet system is divided

into tumble blasters which are a semi-
automated, multi-part batch process and the
traditional blasting cabinet used by an operator TB1
to blast one part at a time. Portable sand
blasters come in a variety of sizes and types.
The most versatile and valuable portable blasting equipment can blast all types of dry
blast media without requiring changes in hardware.

Tumble Blasters

The Tumble Blasters are enclosed cabinet systems that have a rotating basket with a
sandblast gun aimed into it. The random tumbling action insures that all parts in the
basket are completely sandblasted when the cycle is finished. The TB1 (Mini-Blaster)
is a bench top unit that can process about 1 quart of parts; the TB2 can process 2
cubic feet of parts and the TB3 can process 3 cubic feet of parts.

The TB1412 and TB2424 tumbler blasters are designed for high volume automatic
tumble blasting of small parts. The large 14" x 12" barrel holds approximately 50
pounds of parts and turns at 6 RPM. The extra-large 24" x 24" barrel holds
approximately 150 pounds of parts and turns at 2 RPM. Simply load the barrel, close
the door, set the timer, and turn on the dust collector. The barrel slowly turns, gently
exposing all parts to the blast stream. When the timer expires, parts are finished and
ready for unloading!

All systems feature an automatic timer, an air pressure regulator, an air line filter, a
dust collector, one sandblast gun with carbide nozzle and one blow off gun (TB2 &
TB3 only) to remove dust from parts. The systems work with glass beads, aluminum
oxide and many other types of organic blasting media. Tumble blasting systems
remove rust and scale, remove hard to reach burrs, produce either bright or dull
texture finishes and prepare a surface for bonding. The process is very simple: load
the parts, set the timer and, at the end of the cycle, open the trap door to unload the
parts, which drop onto a sloped ramp and discharge into a tote pan.

Cabinet Blasters

Sandblast cabinets can perform such operations as scaling and rust removal,
deburring, frosting, and surface preparation for coating. Sandblasting cabinets are
offered in three styles - standard, split-level and portable. The standard cabinets have
door openings on the side as well as a large opening in the front. The split-level style
is hinged in the center; the entire top half opens to give access to the work stage,
somewhat like a clamshell. This has an advantage when handling large heavy parts.
Portable units provide an economical and practical sandblasting option, featuring
remote control operation.

Kramer offers two basic types of blast systems. The suction machine, also known as
a siphon, is most commonly used for light production and general-purpose cleanup.
In this type of unit, air passes through the gun, creating a siphon action that sucks up

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abrasive and delivers it to the nozzle

where it is propelled out to the target.

The second type of unit is a direct

Blasting Systems

pressure machine. In this type of unit,

the abrasive is held in a pressurized
vessel and is pushed from behind, out of
the nozzle and onto the target. Air is
used to push the abrasive at a much
higher flow rate than the suction system.
Most jobs will be finished 30 to 50%
faster in a pressure blaster. Pressure
blasters also have the advantage of
allowing much lower pressures to be
used for delicate jobs.

All Kramer blasting cabinets feature

either ceramic or tungsten carbide MM4824C
nozzles, fluorescent lighting, a pressure
regulator and a door safety interlock.

Portable Blasting Systems

Portable blasting systems are available in two types – pressure fed and siphon or
gravity-fed. Portable pressure blast systems (PPB Series and HDPPB Series) use a
pressurized pot of varying sizes to push media through a hose and out a nozzle.
These systems are manufactured for industrial applications but can also be used by
small shops and individuals for economical and efficient blasting of a variety of
applications. Siphon-type portable blasters are typically used for small, light-duty
blasting applications. These systems are generally very inexpensive but are not
made to last.

A portable pressure blast system can be used to strip rust, paint, dirt, mold and other
unwanted deposits of a variety of surfaces. Using portable blasting equipment to
pressure blast allows abrasives to penetrate into the deepest pitted areas of a part or
surface. The PPB Series of portable sandblasting equipment is ideal for body, paint
and welding shops and for use in refinishing vehicles, boats, log homes, monuments,
brick buildings and industrial equipment.

Portable pressure blasters come in many sizes and feature a portable tank design for
ease of movement. Both the size of the pressure pot and the size of the nozzle will
determine the length of continuous blasting available. The length of the blast hose
can be up to 50 feet before the drop in air pressure is a factor. Lengths up to 100 feet
can be managed with the appropriate air supply.

All of the portable pressure blasters offered by Kramer Industries can handle any
type of dry blast media. Aggressive applications, such as heavy rust and paint
stripping off large areas, may require media such as aluminum oxide or crushed
glass grit. Moderate applications, such as auto restoration and mold removal, will
demand media such as walnut shells, abrasive plastic or glass beads. On softer
surfaces such as wood and log homes, the pressure blasters will work best with a
media such as corn cob.

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The Multiple Uses of Blast Finishing Systems

Blast cabinet applications are virtually limitless,

including cleaning, deburring, decorating,
deflashing, etching, finishing, honing and peening.
Blasting Systems

All of these uses and more can be accomplished

easily with quick sweeps of the blast finishing gun
nozzle. Scale, corrosion, old paint and other
surface materials are removed in minutes, leaving
metal surfaces free of foreign matter and
contamination. Even tough mill scale is quickly
and efficiently removed.

The usual operating pressure for the dry blast DP4040S

cabinets is 85 PSI. A 5 HP air compressor is
sufficient for most work. The blast finishing system
utilizes a variety of abrasives such as aluminum oxide, white aluminum oxide, urea
and other plastic abrasives, corn cob grit, walnut shell grit, glass beads, pumice,
crushed glass grit, silicon carbide, steel grit and steel shot.

A multitude of finishes are possible, ranging from a micro-finish to a coarse-grade

finish, depending upon the specific media used. Our blast cabinets can apply the
proper abrasive to provide the desired finish for each specific application.

Cleans...
...Applications include cleaning precision parts such as small gears, stampings,
forgings and extruding dies, molds for glass, plastic, rubber and metal castings,
pistons, valves, cylinder heads, armatures, brushes and rotors in the overhaul of
electric motors and generators and machine parts.

Removes...
...Applications include removal of heat treat scale, carbon deposits, slag, oxides and
discolorations, scale from high speed drills and other cutting tools, light machine
burrs, paint, varnish and lacquer.

Prepares...
...Blasting is useful in preparing surfaces for painting, plating, anodizing, welding and
the bonding of coatings.

Peens...
...Applications include peening to increase fatigue resistance of critical parts, to
increase resistance of parts which operate in a corrosive environment and to provide
stress relief at weld points.

Reclaims...
...Items such as rusted tools, used files, saw blades and hardware parts can be
reclaimed with a blast finishing system.

Finishes...
...Provides decorative quality finishes useful in industries including automotive,
appliance, photographic and jewelry industries. Applications include improving the
appearance of castings by removing scale and thin edges and blending minor
defects, dimpling surfaces to improve adhesion for plastic, rubber and paint and
improving lube holding ability of running parts by creating uniform lubrication pockets

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Suction System Dry Blasting Cabinet Systems
Suction system dry blasting cabinet systems work by using a high-pressure air line
and an abrasive feeder line that both connect to a nozzle or gun type device. Air and
abrasive particles are mixed at a ratio of 2 parts air to 1 part abrasive. Media is
Blasting Systems

recycled from the gun system to the hopper and back to the gun system.

The applications for a suction system dry blasting cabinet are virtually limitless,
including cleaning, deburring, decorating, deflashing, etching, finishing, honing and
peening. All of these uses and more can be accomplished easily with quick sweeps
of the suction blasting cabinet’s gun nozzle. Scale, corrosion, old paint and other
surface materials are removed in minutes, leaving metal surfaces free of foreign
matter and contamination. Even tough mill scale is quickly and efficiently removed.

The usual operating pressure for Kramer Suction System Dry Blasters is 85 PSI.
These systems utilize a variety of abrasives such as aluminum oxide, white aluminum
oxide, urea and other plastic abrasives, corn cob grit, walnut shell grit, glass beads,
pumice, crushed glass grit, silicon carbide, steel grit and steel shot. A multitude of
finishes are possible, ranging from a micro-finish to a coarse-grade finish, depending
upon the specific media used.

The standard cabinets have door openings on the side as well as a large opening in
the front. The split-level style is hinged in the center; the entire top half opens to give
access to the work stage, somewhat like a clamshell. This has an advantage when
handling large heavy parts.

MM4040S

MM4836C

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Suction System Dry Blasting Cabinet Systems

SPECIFICATIONS
Blasting Systems

Tapered media hopper with bottom.

Trap door for easy disposal of spent media.
Top & side loading doors on most models.
CABINET
14-gauge welded steel construction.
8" armholes on all models 40" x 40" and larger.
MM models have a double floor - 1/8" steel plus carbon screen.

Easy change window frame.

WINDOW Safety glass windows for excellent visibility and
increased efficiency.

SM models have incandescent lighting.

LIGHTING MM models have fluorescent interior lighting to eliminate
shadows and minimize energy consumption.

Heavyweight rubber gloves (neoprene gloves optional) built

GLOVES
into front of cabinet.

Tungsten carbide nozzle.

Model SM20B: 1/4" ID nozzle and 1/8" air jet gun (12 CFM).
Models SM24C and SM30C: 5/16" ID nozzle and 1/8" air jet gun
GUN SYSTEM
(12 CFM).
All MM Models: 5/16" ID nozzle and 5/32" air jet gun (25 CFM).
Safety enclosed foot valve blasting control.

All models except SM20B include a BP Dust Collector that

vacuums dust and contamination from the cabinet.
SM20B includes a 100 CFM dust collector.
DUST COLLECTOR
BP Dust Collector measures 571/2" high and 14" in diameter.
Separates broken-down abrasives.
Self-cleaning bag.
AIR PRESSURE
GAUGE Included with all MM models; optional with all SM models.

ELECTRICAL 115V, 1 phase, 60 cycle motor

Did you know?

The first requirement of effective sandblasting is an adequate air
compressor. While smaller units will handle very small jobs, most
cannot generate air at the same rate it is blown from the nozzle. The
compressor must be able to maintain its storage or reserve tank
pressure to continue to operate efficiently. If the compressor has
insufficient capacity, it will starve the nozzle and reduce the
performance and effectiveness of the unit.

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MODEL
NUMBER
SM20B SM24C SM30C MM3624C MM4040S

bench
STYLE cabinet cabinet cabinet split-level cabinet
(stand optional)

Inside: Inside: Inside: Inside: Inside:

DIMENSIONS 20" x 18" x 18" 24" x 23" x 18" 30" x 23" x 20" 36" x 23" x 24" 40" x 31" x 40"
(width x Overall: Overall: Overall: Overall: Overall:
height x
21" x 381/2" x 33" 26" x 62" x 18" 32" x 62" x 20" 38" x 64" x 25" 45" x 71" x
depth)
66" closed / 71" open
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one 36" x 13"

one 40" x 40" flip-top lid
one 20" x 13" one 24" x 15" one 30" x 13" front -opening lid
DOORS and
front-opening lid front-opening lid front-opening lid and
one 20" x 30" side door
one 17" x 11" side door

one one one one one

WINDOWS
18" x 10" 191/2" x 12" 191/2" x 12" 12" x 24" 12" x 24"

Ideal for cleaning Carbon screen Carbon screen Standard with BP Dust Standard with BP Dust
small parts. work floor. BP work floor. BP Collector. PT (pull- Collector. PT (pull-
FEATURES 100 CFM Dust Dust Collector Dust Collector through) Dust Collector or through) Dust Collector
AND
Collector included. included. included. Abrasive Separator or Abrasive Separator
OPTIONS
optional. MM3630C also optional. Includes
available. Neoprene gloves.
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MODEL
NUMBER
MM4224S MM4824C MM4824S MM4836C MM4848S

STYLE split-level cabinet cabinet split-level cabinet cabinet split-level cabinet

Inside: Inside: Inside: Inside: Inside:

DIMENSIONS 42" x 24" x 24" 48" x 23" x 24" 48" x 24" x 24" 48" x 36" x 36" 48" x 31" x 48"
(width x Overall: Overall: Overall: Overall: Overall:
height x
70" x 65" x 38" closed / 52" x 64" x 25" 53" x 65" x 38" closed / 53" x 78" x 37" 53" x 71" x 74" closed /
depth)
50" open 50" open 77" open
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one 48" x 13" front-

one 42" x 24" flip-top lid one 48" x 24" flip-top lid one 48" x 48" flip-top lid
opening lid two 28" x 30"
DOORS and and and
and side doors
one 11" x 11" side door one 11" x 11" side door one 20" x 36" side door
two 17" x 16" side doors

one one one one

WINDOWS one 12" x 24"
12" x 24" 12" x 24" 12" x 24" 12" x 24"

Standard with BP Dust Standard with BP Dust Standard with BP Dust Standard with BP Standard with BP Dust
Collector. PT (pull- Collector. PT (pull- Collector. PT (pull- Dust Collector. PT Collector. PT (pull-
FEATURES through) Dust Collector through) Dust Collector or through) Dust Collector or (pull-through) Dust through) Dust Collector
AND or Abrasive Separator Abrasive Separator Abrasive Separator Collector or or Abrasive Separator
OPTIONS
optional. MM4230S optional.. optional. MM4830S also Abrasive Separator optional.
also available. available. optional.
Suction System Dry Blasting Cabinet Systems

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MODEL
NUMBER
MM6024S MM6048S MM9648S

STYLE split-level cabinet split-level cabinet split-level cabinet

Inside: Inside: Inside:

DIMENSIONS 60" x 24" x 24" 60" x 31" x 48" 96" x 31" x 48"
(width x Overall: Overall: Overall:
height x
65" x 65" x 38" closed / 65" x 71" x 74" closed / 101" x 71" x 74" closed
depth)
50" open 77" open / 77" open
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16 Tubular Filter Bags

Enclosed Dust Collector
one 60" x 24" flip-top lid one 60" x 48" flip-top lid one 96" x 48" flip-top lid

600CFM Abrasive Separator

DOORS and and and
one 17" x 16" side door one 20" x 36" side door one 20" x 36" side door

WINDOWS one 12" x 24" two 12" x 24" two 12" x 24"

Air Vibrator
Water Filter
DELUXE PACKAGES

Blow-Off Gun
Two work stations. Two work stations. Jumbo split-level for
Standard with BP Dust Standard with BP Dust very large parts. Two
FEATURES Collector. PT (pull- Collector. PT (pull- work stations. Standard
AND through) Dust Collector through) Dust Collector with BP Dust Collector.
OPTIONS or Abrasive Separator or Abrasive Separator PT (pull-through) Dust
optional. optional. Includes Collector or Abrasive
Neoprene gloves. Separator optional.
Suction System Dry Blasting Cabinet Systems

Deluxe packages are available on MM3624C and larger models and include:
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Abrasive Separators
Optional abrasive separators are designed to keep blast media
free of contaminants, thereby extending media life and minimizing
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media waste. During operation, media from the blast cabinet is

suctioned through a hose into the abrasive separator. As the
media spiral in a downward vortex, the heavier, reusable media
particles are thrown to the outside, passing through a filter bag or
optional deluxe dust collector that traps any debris. Dust and fine
particles collect in the center of the vortex where they are pulled
out through the suction tube and exhausted into a filter bag or dust
collector. The cleaned media is then returned to the cabinet to be
used again. Free of contaminants, the media is more efficient and
provides more consistent results. Abrasive separators are ideal
when blasting painted, rusted or corroded parts.

FEATURES:

• 11-gauge welded steel construction

• Easy installation (welding required)
• Tunable for different media
• 300, 450 & 600 CFM sizes available
• Internal filter screen
• Front-loading media door
• 110V motor (other voltages available)
• Zippered dust bag

SPECIFICATIONS
Available on models SM36C, MM4824C, MM4224S, MM4230S and
MM4824S. Suited for medium to heavy amounts of blasting where
300 CFM
media separation is needed. Suited for use with glass beads or other
fine media only. Optional enclosed dust collector available.
Available on models SM36C, MM4824C, MM4224S, MM4230S,
MM4824S and MM4830S. Suited for medium to heavy amounts of
450 CFM blasting where media separation is needed. Suited for most types of
media, including glass beads and aluminum oxide. Optional enclosed
dust collector available.
Available on models MM4040S, MM6024S, MM4848S, MM6048S,
MM7248S and MM9648S. Suited for medium to heavy amounts of
600 CFM blasting where media separation is needed. Suited for most types of
media, including glass beads and aluminum oxide. Optional enclosed
dust collector available.
Retrofit abrasive separators are available in 300, 450 and 600 CFM. All
retrofit packages come complete with all components, hoses and fittings
RETROFIT necessary to adapt to most existing cabinets, such as media pick-up
PACKAGES hose, air intake baffles for blast cabinet, 5/8" ID siphon hose, media pick-
up hose port and zippered dust bag. Optional enclosed dust collector
available.

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Dust Collectors
Blasting Systems

SPECIFICATIONS
BENCH
MODEL Available only on model SM20B.

Standard on all models. Suited for light to medium amounts of blasting.

BP (standard) Suited for use with most types of media.
571/2" high x 14" diameter. 21/2" or 4" hose.

Available on models with abrasive separators. Standard on Deluxe

DELUXE models. Replaces standard dust bag on abrasive separators. Suited
ENCLOSED for use with most types of media. 16 tubular bags included.
To be used with abrasive separators only.
400 CFM. Pull-through. Motor: 1/2 HP, 3450 RPM, TEFC. Electrical:
115V/60 Hz/1 phase. Fan: 9" diameter. Filter surface area: 40 ft².
Dimensions: 20" wide x 64" high x 22" deep. Available on all MM
models 36 and larger without abrasive separators. Can be added to
cabinets already in use. The adjustable intake damper and compact
size allow it to be easily adapted and tuned to most any size system.

Not available on models SM20B, SM24C and SM30C.

DC400PT
Suitable for medium to heavy amounts of blasting. Recommended for
use when cabinet usage exceeds two hours per day, where dusty
media is used or where multiple gun systems are used in one cabinet.
Ideal for applications requiring a highly efficient dust collector.

Features include superior dust filtration, removable drawer for

convenient dust disposal, manual shaker mechanism for efficient filter
bag cleaning, 14-gauge welded steel construction, full size access
door, 9 tubular bags, exhaust muffler and adjustable damper.

SM20B shown with 100 CFM

dust collector and work
stand

BP

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SPECIFICATIONS, continued

800 CFM. Pull-through. Motor: 1 HP, 3450 RPM, TEFC. Electrical:

115V/60 Hz/1 phase. Fan: 121/2" diameter. Filter surface area: 52 ft².
Dimensions: 20" wide x 72" high x 28" deep.

Available on all MM models 4040S and larger without abrasive

separators. Can be added to cabinets already in use. The adjustable
intake damper and compact size allow it to be easily adapted and tuned
to most any size system.

Not available on models SM20B, SM24C and SM30C.

DC800PT
Suitable for medium to heavy amounts of blasting. Recommended for
use when cabinet usage exceeds two hours per day, where dusty
media is used or where multiple gun systems are used in one cabinet.
Ideal for applications requiring a highly efficient dust collector.

Features include superior dust filtration, removable drawer for

convenient dust disposal, manual shaker mechanism for efficient filter
bag cleaning, 14-gauge welded steel construction, full size access
door, 12 tubular bags, exhaust muffler and adjustable damper.

DC800PT

DC400PT

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Direct Pressure Cabinet Systems
Direct pressure cabinets utilize an ASME coded pressure pot to hold abrasive media.
When the foot pedal control is depressed, air pressure is released into the pressure
pot, pressurizing the pot and then forcing the media from the pot through the blasting
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hose to the blast gun and nozzle.

Most direct pressure blast cleaning is done at 40-60 PSI. Due to these lower
pressures, abrasive media breakdown is greatly reduced even though a high volume
of media is being directed at the part to be cleaned. Most of the media is recovered
through the recycling process of this abrasive blasting system.

Direct pressure blast cleaning is ideal for tough jobs, applications where large
surfaces must be cleaned quickly, production blast cleaning or jobs that require the
use of heavy media or large mesh sizes. Popular media that are used in direct
pressure cabinet systems are aluminum oxide, white aluminum oxide, urea and other
plastic abrasives, corn cob grit, walnut shell grit, glass beads, pumice, crushed glass
grit, silicon carbide, steel grit and steel shot.

Kramer Direct Pressure Cabinets feature large dust collectors, heavy-duty blast
hoses, tungsten carbide nozzles and heavy-duty mixing valves. Designed for speed,
pressure cabinets produce high media velocities and volumes. You get 2-3 times the
production speed with a pressure system as with a conventional suction system. The
use of a pressure tank forces media through the blast hose rather than siphoning it,
resulting in more efficient use of air and greater control of media flow.

These cabinets can be used with a wide selection of media and pressure...pressures
low enough to blast delicate parts and high enough to handle the most demanding
cleaning and finishing operations. With pressure blasting, you get top performance at
both ends of the pressure scale!

In pressure blasting, a controlled quantity of media is pressurized by drawing through

a special ASME pressure tank. It is joined by compressed air entering the system
from your air compressor. The air and media mixture are then propelled together
through a single hose to the nozzle at an extremely high speed. The media is
recovered and reclaimed for reuse. Broken down media and debris are removed and
trapped in the dust collector.

DP3630

DP4848S DP6048S
Split-Level Cabinet with
Dual Workstations for a Single Operator

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SPECIFICATIONS
14-gauge welded steel construction.
Double floor - 1/8" expanded steel plus carbon screen.
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3
/4" pipes and heavy-duty mixing valve.
ASME Coded pressure vessel with easy access clean-out port,
CABINET automatic sealing plunger and pneumatic vibrator.
Pressure tank mounted at the bottom of the cabinet allows for the
use of heavy steel abrasives.
Optional deluxe counter balance available on all split-level cabinet
models.
Easy change window frame.
WINDOW Safety glass windows for excellent visibility and
increased efficiency.
Fluorescent lighting to eliminate shadows and minimize
LIGHTING
energy usage.
GLOVES Neoprene
Equipped with tungsten carbide nozzles. (1/4" diameter nozzle is
standard. 1/8", 3/16", and 5/16" diameter nozzles are also available.
GUN SYSTEM 30-120 PSI pressure range.
1
/2" ID heavy duty blast hose.
Safety enclosed foot pedal.
ABRASIVE
CAPACITY 100 lb standard unless otherwise noted.

All models except DP3630 feature a pull-through type dust collector

with motor and impeller on clean-air side, 10-gauge welded steel
construction, 30 tubular filter bags (145 ft² surface area) and a
manual bag shaker.

DUST Model DP3630 features a pull-through type dust collector with

COLLECTORS motor and impeller on clean air side, 14-gauge welded steel
construction, full size access door, 12 tubular filter bags,
removable dust drawer and exhaust muffler.

The 900RPC reverse pulse dust collector is available on models

DP4040S and larger. Refer to page 41 for details.
AIR PRESSURE
GAUGE Included with all models.

AIR LINE
WATER FILTER Included with all models.

All models except DP3630 feature a 230V/60 Hz/1 phase motor.

ELECTRICAL
Model DP3630 features a 115V/60 Hz/1 phase motor.

10-gauge welded steel.

Vibrating particle screen.
ABRASIVE
SEPARATOR 850 CFM.
Motor: 2 HP/3450 RPM/230V/1 phase/60 Hz.
Not available on DP3630.

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MODEL SPECIFICATIONS
DIMENSIONS
MODEL (width x height x depth)
STYLE DOORS WINDOWS
Blasting Systems

NUMBER floor space includes

dust collector

Inside: two 14" x 20"

36" x 23" x 30" side doors
one
DP3630 cabinet Overall:
12" x 24"
41" x 68" x 35" one 36" x 13"
Floor Space: 41" x 67" lid opening

Inside:
one 20" x 30"
40" x 31" x 40"
side door
split-level Overall: one
DP4040S
cabinet 44" x 71" x 66" closed 12" x 24"
one 40" x 40"
44" x 77" x 66" open
flip-top lid
Floor Space: 96" x 71"

Inside:
48" x 36" x 36"
two 28" x 30" one
DP4836 cabinet Overall:
side doors 12" x 24"
53" x 78" x 37"
Floor Space: 104" x 90"

Inside:
one 20" x 36"
48" x 31" x 48"
side door
split-level Overall: one
DP4848S
cabinet 52" x 71" x 74" closed 12" x 24"
one 48" x 48"
52" x 71" x 77" open
flip-top lid
Floor Space: 100" x 77"

DP9648S
Split-Level Cabinet with
Dual Workstations for Dual Operators

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MODEL SPECIFICATIONS, continued
DIMENSIONS
MODEL (width x height x depth)
STYLE DOORS WINDOWS
Blasting Systems

NUMBER floor space includes

dust collector

split-level
Inside:
cabinet one 20" x 36"
60" x 31" x 30"
side door
Overall: two
DP6030S dual
64" x 71" x 56" closed 12" x 24"
workstations one 60" x 48"
64" x 71" x 60" open
for a single flip-top lid
Floor Space: 111" x 77"
operator

split-level
Inside:
cabinet one 20" x 36"
60" x 31" x 48"
side door
Overall: two
DP6048S dual
65" x 71" x 74" closed 12" x 24"
workstations one 60" x 48"
65" x 71" x 77" open
for a single flip-top lid
Floor Space: 111" x 77"
operator

split-level
Inside:
cabinet one 20" x 36"
72" x 31" x 48"
side door
Overall: two
DP7248S dual
75" x 71" x 74" closed 12" x 24"
workstations one 72" x 48"
75" x 71" x 77" open
for a single flip-top lid
Floor Space: 127" x 90"
operator

split-level
Inside:
cabinet two 36" x 20"
96" x 31" x 48"
side doors
Overall: two
DP9648S dual
102" x 71" x 74" closed 12" x 24"
workstations / one 96" x 48"
102" x 71" x 77" open
dual operator flip-top lid
Floor Space: 200" x 90"
model

DP850 Retrofit Package

Converts a siphon type cabinet to a direct

pressure unit. Can be adapted to any standard
siphon-type cabinet with a minimum of effort to
afford you the speed and efficiency of direct
pressure blasting. Includes 850 CFM abrasive
separator. Abrasive capacity: 150 lb.
Overall dimensions: 70" x 104" x 40"

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900RPC Dust Collector

Blasting Systems

The 900RPC reverse-pulse dust collector is suitable for medium to heavy amounts of
blasting. It is available on Direct Pressure Models DP4040S and larger and is
recommended for use with dusty media, multiple guns or very fine media.

This dust collector is designed for continuous duty blasting operations, providing
optimum dust filtration efficiency with minimum maintenance. Cartridge filters are
automatically pulsed clean during operation. This unit may be ordered separately or
as part of a direct pressure or large siphon cabinet system.

900 CFM. Motor: 2 HP. Electrical: 230V/60 Hz/1 phase. Filter surface area: 472 ft².
Dimensions: 61" wide x 90" high x 32" deep.

The 900RPC features include dual high-

900RPC
efficiency, abrasion-resistant cartridge filters,
automatic reverse-pulse cartridge cleaning,
Magnehelic® pressure-sensing gauge,
convenient slide-out dust drawer for dust
removal, adjustable airflow damper, exhaust fan
silencer and a 110V sequencer.

Media Hints for Blasting

Glass beads can be used to texturize, descale, or remove light burrs
and die-cast flash leaving a smooth bright satin finish.
Use at 40 to 80 PSI.

Abrasive grits can be used for more aggressive work, leave a dull satin
finish and are useful for creating a good surface for bonding. Use up to
120 PSI.

Walnut shell grit can be used for deflashing thermoset plastics without
destroying the original polish.
Use 30 to 80 PSI.

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Heavy-Duty Direct Pressure Cabinet Systems
The HDP Series Heavy-Duty
Direct Pressure Blasting Cabinet
Systems are designed for
maximum productivity and
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operating efficiency and

engineered for high performance.
The HDP Blast Cabinet Systems
are efficient and easy to use. This
series is the optimal choice for
compression mold cleaning,
extrusion die cleaning and
stripping applications. Built to last,
these heavy-duty units incorporate
system features to enhance part
cleaning, such as an improved HDP6048
dust collection system for better
visibility and an optional intake
port to handle the difficult task of
blasting long parts such as tubing,
framing and feed screws.

The HDP Series Direct Pressure Blast Cabinets can be used with a variety of
media including Plastic Abrasive Blast Media, Walnut Shell Grit, Glass Beads,
Aluminum Oxide, Silicon Carbide and Corn Cob Grit. Each HDP Series Direct
Pressure Blasting Cabinet features rugged construction (continuously welded 12
gauge steel) and a heavy-duty turntable with extensions (2,500 pound capacity) to
accommodate heavy and difficult-to-handle parts. Combining the media reclaimer
and dust collection system into one unit frees up valuable floor space. A vertical
door provides access for easy part entry and exit.

The HDP Series Direct Pressure Blasting Cabinet’s dust collection system is
designed to keep dust away from the operator’s window for increased visibility and
accuracy when cleaning. Each model (except Model HDP2424) comes standard
with a 1,210 CFM dust collection system that can be easily upgraded to a 5 HP,
1,585 CFM system (standard on Model HDP9648). The high-capacity, 1.6 ft³
pressure pot allows for extended blasting times relative to the 1.0 ft³ industry norm.

Five models of the HDP Series Direct Pressure Blasting Cabinets are available,
depending on your specific applications.

Dust collector and media reclaimer

redesigned to fit into compact footprint. Specialized port allows easy
cleaning of feed screws.

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SPECIFICATIONS
12-gauge reinforced continuously welded steel construction.
60 degree minimum sump media flow.
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1 swing side door and 1 vertical side door (only 1 door on HDP2424)
CABINET Durable enamel finish - primed, painted and corrosion resistant.
Moveable foot valve.
Dust collector and media reclaimer redesigned to fit into compact
footprint.
Safety door interlocks.
Self adjusting door latch.
WORKING Knife-edge, self-sealing, full gaskets.
CHAMBER Full-length hinges.
Turntable.
Track assembly (not included on Model HDP2424).
Two doors (1 swing side door and 1 vertical door) are standard on
DOORS most models, except Model HDP424, which has just one door on the
right side.
VIEW Front-round corner 131/2" x 281/2"
WINDOW Side-round corner 71/2" x 11"
ASME coded, 1.6 ft³ capacity.
PRESSURE Remote controlled.
POT Automatic refilling.
Sight glass to view media level.
Abrasive resistant, full length 8".
GLOVES
Static resistant gauntlet.
1
/2" 4-ply heavy-duty.
HOSES
Whip end blast hose.
1
/4" long boron carbide with an aluminum jacket.
Silicon liner, urethane jacket.
BLAST Approximate Air Requirements (CFM)
NOZZLE 3
/16" nozzle: 22 CFM at 40 PSI and 30 CFM at 60 PSI
1
/4" nozzle: 40 CFM at 40 PSI and 55 CFM at 60 PSI
5
/16" nozzle: 70 CFM at 40 PSI and 90 CFM at 60 PSI
BLOW-OFF
NOZZLE Fingertip control blow-off nozzle.

2 HP, 2 cartridge, 1210 CFM dust collector standard.

DUST
COLLECTOR Model HDP9648 comes standard with a 5HP, 4 cartridge, 1585 CFM
dust collector.

Silencer
Easel
Porthole - specialized port to allow for easy cleaning of feed screws
ADDITIONAL (see picture above)
UPGRADES Auto Pulse Jet Filter Cleaning
Automatic Rotating Turntable
Automatic Chain Driven In/Out Turntable
5 HP, 4 Cartridge Dust Collector

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VERTICAL
DIMENSIONS SWING DOOR HEIGHT
DOOR
MODEL (width x height x depth) OPENING CLEARANCE
OPENING
NUMBER floor space includes (width x (from top of
(width x
dust collector height) turntable)
height)
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Inside:
24" x 24" x 24"
HDP2424 191/2" x 171/2" N/A N/A
2Floor Space:
84" x 127" x 92"

Inside:
48" x 36" x 36"
HDP4836S 31/2" x 291/2" 32" x 271/2" 20"
2Floor Space:
108" x 127" x 104"

Inside:
60" x 48" x 48"
HDP6048 431/2" x 411/2" 44" x 391/2" 32"
2Floor Space:
120" x 127" x 116"
Inside:
60" x 60" x 60"
HDP6060 551/2" x 531/2" 56" x 511/2" 44"
2Floor Space:
120" x 127" x 128"
Inside:
96" x 48" x 48"
HDP9648 431/2" x 411/2" 44" x 391/2" 32"
2Floor Space:
156" x 127" x 116"

DUST BLOWER HP
MODEL
FLOOD LIGHTS COLLECTOR AND CFM AT ELECTRICAL
NUMBER
FILTER AREA 1” S.P.

115/208-230 V
2 lights; DC100 1 HP
HDP2424 1 Phase, 60 Hz
180 watts total 75 ft² 775 CFM
12/6 FLA
208-230/460 V
4 lights; DC200 2 HP
HDP4836S 3 Phase, 60 Hz
360 watts total 150 ft² 1210 CFM
5.6/2.8 FLA
208-230/460 V
4 lights; DC200 2 HP
HDP6048 3 Phase, 60 Hz
360 watts total 150ft² 1210 CFM
5.6/2.8 FLA
208-230/460 V
4 lights; DC200 2 HP
HDP6060 3 Phase, 60 Hz
360 watts total 150 ft² 1210 CFM
5.6/2.8 FLA
208-230/460 V
8 lights; DC500 5 HP
HDP9648 3 Phase, 60 Hz
1080 watts total 225 ft² 1585 CFM
14.0/7.0 FLA

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The Kramer Blast Room Package is an economical and
efficient blend of the Heavy Duty Portable Pressure Blast
Series and Direct Pressure Blast Cabinet Series systems
technologies. The media is held in an ASME coded 600
pound pressure pot. The remote control handle allows for
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safe control of the blasting process with a valve to stop the

flow of the media at the tank when the handle is released.
Since most pressure blasting is done at lower
pressures, abrasive media breakdown is greatly
reduced. The Blast Room Package provides an
effective process to recover the media, clean and
recycle the media and allow for re-blasting. This
Package offers the ability to use a re-usable blast
media (outside an integrated and expensive blast
room) on large parts or surfaces with the benefits of
the quick, simple and easy recyclability inherent in
an enclosed blast cabinet.
Blasting Media that are ideal for use with the Blast
Room Package are those that can be re-used
multiple times and include aluminum oxide, white aluminum oxide, urea and other
plastic abrasives, corn cob grit, walnut shell grit, glass beads, pumice and silicon
carbide.
The unique feature of this Package is the Sweep-In Media Feed Hopper. The
operator simply sweeps the media into the feed hopper where it is conveyed
automatically to the abrasive separator and dust collection system and then into the
pressure pot for re-blasting. The Blast Room Package includes a high volume, 1500
CFM dust collector, 6 cubic foot pressure pot, heavy-duty, 1" ID, 50 foot blast hose,
durable tungsten carbide nozzle and abrasive separator.
In pressure blasting, a controlled quantity of media is pressurized by drawing through
a special ASME pressure tank. It is joined by compressed air entering the system
from your air compressor. The air and media mixture are then propelled together
through a single hose to the nozzle at an extremely high speed.
Optional items include a 55 gallon Dust Drum Package which will automatically
collect and store the accumulated dust in a sealed container. An Air Fed Helmet, Air
Line Filter and Air Hose are also available to provide a clean air supply to the
operator during the blasting operation.

FEATURES:

• 3
/16" ID Venturi tungsten carbide blast nozzle
• Quick depressurization system for pressure blast tank
• 50 ft blast hose with couplings
• Remote control for easy on/off operation of blasting
• Sweep-in media feed hopper sits on blast room floor
• 6 ft3 pressure tank
• Heavy-duty media valve
• Abrasive separator with 3/16" perforated vibrating screen
• 1500 RPC dust collector
• 1" piping, moisture filter and pressure regulator
• Optional items: 55 Gallon Dust Drum Package,
Helmet Package (Air Fed Helmet, Air Line Filter and Air Hose)

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Sweep-in Media Feed Hopper

Operator sweeps abrasive from blast room

Blasting Systems

floor, up ramp and into the feed hopper. The

abrasive then falls into the air stream and is
carried through a heavy duty conveying hose
to the abrasive separator for cleaning. The
removable 3/16" screen traps debris.

Abrasive Separator Specifications

Abrasive Separator to remove dust and debris

from media: 3/16" perforated vibrating screen,
heavy-duty 11 gallon construction, vibrating
particle screen, tunable air wash, 6 ft3 media
storage hopper.

Dust Collector Specifications

1500 RPC Cartridge Dust Collector designed for continuous duty blasting
operations. Provides optimum dust filtration efficiency with minimum
maintenance. Cartridge filters are automatically pulsed clean during operation.

1500 CFM rated airflow at 14.0" SP.

Dual high-efficiency, abrasion-resistant cartridge filters.
Pull-thru type with motor and fan on clean air side.
Two filter cartridges - 472 ft2 of filter surface area.
99.7% efficiency to 0.5 microns.
Automatic reverse pulse air filter cartridge cleaning.
Magnehelic pressure differential gauge.
Convenient slide out drawer for dust removal.
Exhaust fan silencer.
5 HP, 230/460 V, 3 PH magnetic motor with starter.
Adjustable air flow damper.
Exhaust fan silencer.
110 Volt sequencer.
Overall Dimensions: 61" wide, 32" deep, 90" high

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Accessories

55 Gallon Dust Drum Package

Blasting Systems

Designed for continuous duty blasting operations. Provides optimum dust

filtration efficiency with minimum maintenance. Cartridge filters are
automatically pulsed clean during operation. Dust is stored in sealed 30
or 55 gallon drum.

Dust Drum Package is designed for continuous duty blasting operations.

It provides optimum dust filtration efficiency with minimum maintenance.
Cartridge filters are automatically pulsed clean during operation. The
dust is automatically collected and stored in a sealed 55 gallon drums.

• 1500 CFM Rated airflow

• Two high efficiency cartridge filters
• 472 Square feet total surface filter area
• 99.7% efficiency to 0.5 microns
• Automatic reverse pulse cartridge cleaning
• Magnehelic pressure sensing gauge
• 5 HP, 230/460V 3Phase motor
• 30 gallon steel dust drum with lid
• Adjustable air flow damper
• Exhaust fan silencer
• 110 Volt sequencer Dust Collector shown with
• 30 or 55 gallon drum available 55 Gallon Dust Drum Package

Helmet Package:
Air Fed Helmet, Air Line Filter, 50' Air Hose
Helmets are designed for operations in blast cleaning rooms, inside of tanks and
other confined areas and are required on many open-air operations of heavy duty
and lengthy work periods to meet OSHA standards.

Made of refined, the helmet is a one-piece molded high-density polyethylene with

special coated nylon cape for durability.

Adjustable dihedral headband suspension affords user sizing range comfort.

Hinged gasket-sealed vision frame affords maximum vision

range with easy change of vision lens.

Air Line Filter Assembly provides clean breathing air to the

user because it removes dusts, moisture, oil, fumes and
scale from compressed air.

Meets ASME Code requirements.

Component compounds are entirely separate from the water

and oil condensation changer to prolong the life of the
replaceable filtering compound unit.

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Portable Pressure Blasting Systems
With portable sandblasting equipment, you
can blast away rust, paint and other unwanted
deposits. Using portable sand blasting
Blasting Systems

equipment to pressure blast allows abrasives,

such as aluminum oxide, white aluminum
oxide, urea and other plastic abrasives, corn
cob grit, walnut shell grit, glass beads, pumice,
crushed glass grit, silicon carbide, steel grit
and steel shot to penetrate into the deepest
pitted areas of a part to remove rust, paint and
debris. This is cost-efficient professional
portable sand blasting equipment at its best!
The PPB Series of portable sandblast KF100DM
equipment is ideal for body, paint and welding
shops and for use in refinishing vehicles,
boats, monuments, brick buildings and
industrial equipment.
Kramer Portable Pressure Blasters come in seven popular sizes and feature a
portable tank design for ease of movement. As premium model portable sandblast
equipment, the Model KF300 handles the big, heavy production jobs with its 250-
300 lb abrasive capacity and 1 to 21/2 hour blasting time. A solid portable sandblast
machine, the Model KF110 is the ideal time and labor saver with 90-110 lb
abrasive capacity and a 35-50 minute blasting time. Model KF65 is small and
efficient with a 50-65 lb abrasive capacity and a 20-30 minute blasting time.
An Air Filter Moisture Separator is included with some models of the PPB portable
sandblast machines and is optional on others. A moisture separator will filter
excess water from the incoming air supply.
Our quality sandblasting equipment is designed with safety in mind. A pressure
gauge monitors internal vessel pressure. The abrasive material metering valve is
easily closed for operator safety. Shut-off is quick and simple. All tips and nozzles
are tough and durable.
For the utmost in operator safety, we recommend using the special light-duty
vented blast hood that is supplied with all pressure blasters. Heavy-duty canvas
and air-supplied hoods are optional, available protection. Gloves provide an extra
margin of safety.

Features:
• Portable tank design for ease of movement
• Seven popular sizes
• Recessed top for easy loading
• Semi-automatic, pull-up tank closure
• Adjustable abrasive flow valve
• Choke valve and pressure gauges
• Hood and extra nozzles included
• Just add air and abrasive
• Can be operated at 7 CFM with 3/32” nozzle;
25-30 CFM recommended for optimal performance
• Two control systems
• A pressure relief valve and a pressure relieving ball valve that meet
OSHA requirements
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Pressure Blaster Handles

Blasting Systems

DEADMAN SYSTEM (DM)

Automatic shut off if handle is dropped.

Abrasive flow is sealed at the nozzle end by a square
sealing block.
Abrasive hose remains pressurized.
Full control of blasting at the handle.
Heavy-duty design, few wear components, economical.

REMOTE SYSTEM (R)

Automatic shut off if handle is dropped.

Abrasive flow is sealed at the tank using a diaphragm
abrasive valve.
Abrasive hose is relieved of pressure during shut-off.
Shut-off is pneumatically operated at the handle.
Full control of blasting at the handle.
Recommended minimum blasting pressure of 70 psi for
optimal performance.

Did you know?

Aluminum Oxide is a high quality abrasive blasting media. It leaves a
smooth textured finish without pits or burrs.

Glass Beads should generally be used in blast rooms and cabinets

where it can be more easily recycled because it is more expensive than
other media. Glass Beads are used to create a satin or matte finish.

Plastic Abrasives are generally used for removing paint without

damaging the substrate, such as on fiberglass.

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MODEL KF65DM KF110DM KF150DM KF300DM

NUMBER
KF45DM KF100DM
KF65R KF110R KF150R KF300R

CONTROL Deadman or Deadman or Deadman or Deadman or

SYSTEM
Deadman Deadman
Remote Remote Remote Remote

AIR
PRESSURE
80-125 PSI 80-125 PSI 80-125 PSI 80-125 PSI 80-125 PSI 80-125 PSI

25-30 CFM 25-30 CFM 25-30 CFM 25-30 CFM 25-30 CFM 25-30 CFM
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AIR VOLUME
recommended recommended recommended recommended recommended recommended

HEIGHT 35" 29.5" 34" 32" 37" 40"

TANK SIZE 10" x 14" 12" x 17" 10" x 25" 12" x 22" 12" x 27" 16" x 28"

TANK VOLUME 0.45 ft³ 0.65 ft³ 0.9 ft³ 1.1 ft³ 1.5 ft³ 2.5 ft³
Portable Pressure Blasting Systems

CAPACITY 35-40 lbs 50-60 lbs 90-100 lbs 90-110 lbs 150-160 lbs 225-250 lbs

ASME
CERTIFIED No Yes No Yes Yes Yes
TANK

TANK Manual Manual Manual Manual Manual Manual

[Link]
CLOSURE pull up pull up pull up pull up pull up pull up
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MODEL KF65DM KF110DM KF150DM KF300DM
NUMBER
KF45DM KF100DM
KF65R KF110R KF150R KF300R

BLAST TIME 15-25 min 20-30 min 30-45 min 35-50 min 45-60 min 1-2 hrs
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PLUMBING
CONNECTION
None None None None None None

1 1
/2" ID x 15 ft /2" ID x 25 ft
1 1 1 1 with quick with quick
BLAST HOSE /2" ID x 8 ft /2" ID x 10 ft /2" ID x 8 ft /2" ID x 10 ft
disconnect disconnect
coupling coupling
Portable Pressure Blasting Systems

1
CERAMIC one 1/8" two 1/8" one /8" two 1/8" two 1/8" two 1/8"
NOZZLE SIZE 3 3 3 5 5
one /32" one /32" one /32" one 3/32" one /32" three /32"

Pressure relief valve - 125 PSI

Pressure relieving ball valve that meets OSHA requirements
VALVES
Pressure choke valve (included on models
Adjustable abrasive flow valve (KF300DMand KF300R only)

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MODEL KF65DM KF110DM KF150DM KF300DM

NUMBER
KF45DM KF100DM
KF65R KF110R KF150R KF300R

PRESSURE
GAUGE
Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes

SEALING
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BLOCKS
3 3 3 3 3 3

WHEELS 6" 6" 6" 8" 8" 10"

Portable Pressure Blasting Systems

rugged tubular welded steel welded steel welded steel welded steel welded steel
HOUSING
steel cart frame frame frame frame frame

blast hood blast hood with blast hood with

BLAST HOOD soft hood soft hood soft hood
with bump hat bump hat bump hat

MOISTURE
SEPARATOR
Optional Optional Optional Optional Included Included

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Pressure Blaster Nozzles

Available in Ceramic or Tungsten Carbide
Blasting Systems

AIR CONSUMPTION
(cubic feet per minute at pressures shown)
90# 100# ABRASIVE
NOZZLE BLAST AREA*
50# 60# 70# 80# CONSUMPTION*
BORE SIZE (general blasting (feet per minute)
(pounds per hour)
pressures)
3
/32" 8 9 11 12 13 15 70-100 0.5
1
/8" 15 17 19 21 24 26 125-175 1-1.5
5
/32" 26 30 34 38 43 47 175-250 2-2.5
3
/16" 33 38 43 48 53 58 275-400 3-3.5
1
/4" 58 67 76 85 94 103 500-700 4-4.5
5
/16" 91 105 119 133 146 161 800-1100 5-5.5
3
/8" 130 151 171 191 211 232 1200-1600 6-6.5
7
/16" 178 206 233 260 286 315 1700-2200 7-7.5
1
/2" 232 268 304 340 376 412 2300-2800 8-8.5

* Note: Blast area coverage per/minute and abrasive consumption are

approximate guidelines. Abrasive material used and surface blasted
may alter coverage and consumption.

An abrasive blaster is an efficient timesaving

piece of equipment, but like other machinery,
you must observe specific safety procedures
when operating it. Always wear proper eye
protection, respiratory protection, and proper
protective clothing when operating an abrasive
blaster. Never point an abrasive blaster at
another person.

When first assembling an abrasive blaster, be

sure to tighten all connections. Check all
connections every 10 operating hours for worn
parts. Replace any worn parts with original
Kramer parts. Do not exceed 125 PSI in
pressure blasters and never touch the pull-up KF150DM
closure while the tank is pressurized.

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Accessories
Blasting Systems

Screens separate debris from any media. Prevent clogging nozzles from paint chips,
rust and other particles. Great for reusing abrasives. Fit on concave top of PPB
Series pressure pots.

Coarse Media Screen: Ideal for 36 Mesh or 20/40 mesh and finer
abrasives.
Fine Media Screen: Ideal for 60 Mesh or finer abrasives.

Metal Blasting Basket: Used for blasting small parts such as

nuts and bolts. Can be used with the PPB Series or inside
blasting cabinets.

Ceramic Nozzle: Additional nozzles available in 3/32", 1/8", 5/32", 3/16", 1/4", 7/32".

Blast Hose: Available in any length necessary - 10', 15', 25' and 50' most common.

Moisture Separator: Removes moisture from incoming air. Standard with KF150DM
and larger systems.

Air Supplied Helmet: Affords use with full comfort and protection against abrasive
ricochet and dust. Bears NIOSH approval number TC-19C-84. Helmets of this
design are necessary for operations in blast cleaning rooms, inside of tanks and
other confined areas and are required on many open-air operations of heavy duty
and lengthy work periods to meet OSHA standards.

Compressed Air Line Filter Assembly: Type "A" Air Line Filter Assembly provides
clean breathing air to the user because it removes dusts, moisture, oil, fumes and
scale from compressed air. Meets ASME Code requirements. Its component
compounds are entirely separate from the water and oil condensation changer to
prolong the life of the replaceable filtering compound unit. Type "A" Air Line Filter
Assembly is recommended for all air supplied helmets and has a capacity to afford
clean breathing air to as many as six helmets.

Caution: Compressed Air Line Filters do not remove carbon monoxide.

Oil-less Air Pumps: Oil-less air pumps are available for one or more operators with
electric motor or air-driven power. Air pumps are designed for MSHA and NIOSH
approved air supplied helmets that operated less than 1 PSIG Ref: S-77-FA and
1094-35. The air pump’s inlet must be placed in a clean, breathable location. The air
pump will not remove carbon monoxide or toxic gases from incoming air pumps to
the helmets.
EDP-10 available in 3/4" HP model
EDP-16 available in 11/2" HP model

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Heavy-Duty Portable Pressure Blasting Systems

The HDPPB Heavy Duty Portable Pressure Blast Series are contractor grade
abrasive blast systems designed for high performance, versatile removal of
Blasting Systems

contamination, corrosion, mill scale and coatings from most surfaces. Using all types
of dry abrasive blast media, the HDPPB Series systems can be used for sensitive
paint striping off this metals to heavy duty blasting to create surface texture and
profiling improving bonding surfaces for coatings. The remote control handle allows
the operator to control the blasting at the nozzle. Once the handle is released the
media flow stops and the blast hose depressurizes. The pressure pot is built to
ASME specifications for up to 150 psi working pressure.

The HDPPB Series Packages are all supplied with an Air Fed Helmet and all the
fittings and hoses. A variety of sizes from 3/32" to 1/2" of durable, tungsten carbide
nozzles are available for each system. The Deluxe Package is also supplied with a
Moisture Separator, Pressure Regulator and Leather Blast Suit.

Standard Features

• Concave top (no funnel needed)

• Mixing valve
• Couplings
• Inlet, choke and exhaust valves
• Pressure relief valve

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ask questions, offer advice and meet others in your industry.

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date company information, get the scoop on new products and
specials, and technical materials that can be applied to a wide
variety of industries.

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MODEL FEATURES
• 1 Model 1.5 CAPBRB 100 lb abrasive capacity,
Blasting Systems

portable, remote control blast machine

• 1 25' C-191/2" I.D. blast hose
• 1 KF-2A hose coupling
• 1 C-20 nozzle holder
PPB-1R Package • 1 CNT series tungsten carbide blast nozzle (only one
blast nozzle furnished per package unit)
(for 3 HP and larger air CNT-8 1/8" for 71/2 HP air compressor;
compressors) CNT-12 3/16" for 15 HP air compressor
• 1 S-77 air fed helmet
• 1 25’ length helmet air hose
• 1 Type A-1 helmet air line filter
• 25 Extra helmet lenses

• 1 Model 3 CAPBRB 300 lb abrasive capacity portable,

remote control blast machine
• 1 Extra 25’ length remote control hose
• 1 50’ AB-19 1” I.D. blast hose
• 1 KF-4 hose coupling
• 1 TH-125-31 nozzle holder
PPB-3R Package
• 1 SLV series tungsten carbide blast nozzle (only one
blast nozzle furnished per package unit)
(for 100 CFM and
SLV-4 1/4" for 100 CFM air compressor;
larger air compressors)
SLV-5 5/16" for 160 CFM air compressor
• 1 S-77 air fed helmet
• 1 50’ length helmet air hose
• 1 Type A-1 helmet air line filter
• 25 Extra helmet lenses

• 1 Model 6 CAPBRB system, 600 lb capacity, portable,

remote control blast machine
• 1 Extra 25’ length remote control hose
• 1 50’ AB-125 11/4" I.D. blast hose
• 1 KF-5 hose coupling
• 1 TH-125-35 nozzle holder
PPB-6R Package
• 1 SLV series tungsten carbide blast hose (only one
blast nozzle furnished per package unit)
(for 160 CFM and
SLV-5 5/16" for 160 CFM air compressor;
larger air compressors)
SLV-6 3/8" for 220 CFM air compressor
• 1 S-77 air fed helmet
• 1 50’ length helmet air hose
• 1 Type A-1 helmet air line filter
• 25 Extra helmet lenses

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DELUXE PACKAGES
Blasting Systems

Deluxe packages are available on

all HDPPB models and include
everything in the Standard Package
plus a moisture separator, pressure
regulator and leather blast suit.

Leather Blast Suit

(see page 59 for sizing information) Moisture Separator

Pressure Blaster Nozzles

Available in Ceramic or Tungsten Carbide
AIR CONSUMPTION
(cubic feet per minute at pressures shown)
90# 100# ABRASIVE
NOZZLE BLAST AREA*
50# 60# 70# 80# CONSUMPTION*
BORE SIZE (general blasting (feet per minute)
(pounds per hour)
pressures)
3
/32" 8 9 11 12 13 15 70-100 0.5
1
/8" 15 17 19 21 24 26 125-175 1-1.5
5
/32" 26 30 34 38 43 47 175-250 2-2.5
3
/16" 33 38 43 48 53 58 275-400 3-3.5
1
/4" 58 67 76 85 94 103 500-700 4-4.5
5
/16" 91 105 119 133 146 161 800-1100 5-5.5
3
/8" 130 151 171 191 211 232 1200-1600 6-6.5
7
/16" 178 206 233 260 286 315 1700-2200 7-7.5
1
/2" 232 268 304 340 376 412 2300-2800 8-8.5

* Note: Blast area coverage per/minute and abrasive consumption are

approximate guidelines. Abrasive material used and surface blasted
may alter coverage and consumption.

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Accessories
Moisture Separator
Blasting Systems

A heavy-duty moisture separator that is designed to dry the air

supplied by the compressor. These air line filters can handle
up to 250 psi and 525 cfm air flow. The bowl will hold up to 32
ounces of liquid and includes a site glass. The water is drained
through a valve on the bottom of metal bowl. The Moisture
Separator is attached to the pressure pot easily with a pipe
nipple.

Pressure Regulator
The Pressure Regulator is designed to monitor and modify the air pressure inside the
pressure pot. This upgrade will allow for more control over the actual blasting
pressure at the nozzle. Pressure drops with long air hoses from the compressor can
be found and adjusted to provide a consistent blasting pressure over time leading to
more consistent blasting performance and results.

Media Screens
Available in two different sizes, these screens will separate debris from any media.
Keeping the media clean will prevent clogging nozzles from paint chips, rust and
other particles. Longer lifetime of the media can be achieved by reusing abrasives.
The screens can be placed on top of the concave top of the pressure pots. The
Coarse Media Screen is ideal for 36 Mesh or 20/40 mesh and finer abrasives. The
Fine Media Screen is designed for 60 Mesh or finer abrasives.

Metal Blasting Basket

The metal blasting basket is used for blasting small parts such as nuts and bolts. The
basket will hold parts as small as 3/16" and allow blasting with media as large at 6
Mesh. The basket has a durable, metal handle for ease of use during blasting. The
Metal Blasting Basket can be used with the Heavy Duty PPB Series, PPB Series and
inside blasting cabinets.

Air Supplied Helmet

Affords use with full comfort and protection against abrasive ricochet and dust. Bears
NIOSH approval number TC-19C-84. Helmets of this design are necessary for
operations in blast cleaning rooms, inside of tanks and other confined areas and are
required on many open-air operations of heavy duty and lengthy work periods to
meet OSHA standards.

Made of refined, one-piece molded

high-density polyethylene with special
coated nylon cape for durability.
Adjustable dihedral headband
suspension affords user sizing range
comfort. Hinged gasket-sealed vision
frame affords maximum vision range
with easy change of vision lens.
Supplied with S-46-4 HP belt and
brake valve assembly.

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Venturi Blast Nozzles
The Venturi suction system allows high velocity air pressure to pass over the
abrasive feeder line, which sucks the abrasive through the smaller hose and
Blasting Systems

combines it with air pressure at the back of a nozzle. The gun nozzle is a tapered
smaller orifice that speeds up the combined flow and sprays out the abrasive in a
relatively narrow or fixed pattern of discharge. The SLV Series Nozzles are our latest
design of high production blast nozzles. These nozzles are manufactured with a one-
piece sintered tungsten carbide liner for extended production life. The liner also
allows for slow and even wear throughout the life of the nozzle. A new combination of
aluminum and polyurethane adds proven advantages in weight balance, strength and
shock absorbent features not found in metal cased nozzles. The long venture design
will maximize production requirements as well as give added abrasive impact when
needed for tough, hard to clean surfaces.

AIR REQUIRED NOZZLE HOLDER

MODEL BORE SIZE LENGTH THREAD SIZE 3
PER MINUTE (ft ) SERIES

1
SLV-4 /4" 41/4" 94 TH-125-KF-20
5 1
SLV-5 /16" 5 /4" 1
/4" male 146 TH-125-KF-20
SLV-6 3
/8" 61/4" straight 211 TH-125-KF-20
pipe
7 1
SLV-7 /16" 7 /4" thread 286 TH-125-KF-20
1
SLV-8 /2" 81/4" 376 TH-125-KF-20

Compressed Air Line Filter Assembly

Type "A" Air Line Filter Assembly provides clean breathing air to the user because it
removes dusts, moisture, oil, fumes and scale from compressed air. Meets ASME
Code requirements. Its component compounds are entirely separate from the water
and oil condensation changer to prolong the life of the replaceable filtering compound
unit. Type "A" Air Line Filter Assembly is recommended for all air supplied helmets
and has a capacity to afford clean breathing air to as many as six helmets.

Caution: Compressed Air Line Filters do not remove carbon monoxide.

Oil-less Air Pumps

Oil-less air pumps are available for one or more operators with electric motor or air-
driven power. Air pumps are designed for MSHA and NIOSH approved air supplied
helmets that operated less than 1 PSIG Ref: S-77-FA and 1094-35. The air pump’s
inlet must be placed in a clean, breathable location. The air pump will not remove
carbon monoxide or toxic gases from incoming air pumps to the helmets.
EDP-10 available in 3/4" HP model
EDP-16 available in 11/2" HP model

Did you know?

HDPPB Heavy-Duty Portable Pressure Blasting Systems can be used
with steel grit (page 112) and steel shot (page 113). Refer to our
Blasting Media Selection Guide on page 135 for more information.

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Leather Blast Suit
Blasting Systems

SIZE CHART
S M L XL XXL XXXL
CHEST 30 40 44 52 60 62
SHOULDER 20 22 24 27.5 30.5 32
SLEEVE 23 25 26 27 28 28
WAIST 25 32-36 36-40 40-45 45-49 52
INSEAM 27 30 33 35 37 37
FULL LENGTH 57 60 67-71 71-75 75-79 81

Carbon Monoxide Monitor

The ISA-34RAL respiratory air line CO Monitor/Alarm automatically and continuously
monitors respiratory air lines for carbon monoxide levels and provides audible and
visual alarms when the air line CO concentration rises above a preset limit. When the
level of CO in the air passing the sensor increases to the preset value, the equipment
alarms and relays activate. The preset calibration level may be as low as 20 PPM.
The equipment operates from either 117 VAC or 12 VDC, at the option of the user,
with terminals for either mode of operation located on a barrier strip inside the unit.
Due to its electronic voltage regulation, the ISA-34RAL maintains precision gas
calibration despite input voltage variations as great as –10% to +20% of rated supply
(either AC or DC).

Machine Depressurization System

Places complete on-off control machine in hands of operator at blast nozzle. Provides
added safety to the operator and others because the machine is automatically
depressurized if the operator loses control of the blast hose. Reduces abrasive
consumption when the operator changes position or is performing spot blasting work,
because the operator can start or stop the abrasive blast at will. A machine
depressurization system makes blasting economical and practical for safe one-man
operation. Serves as a signaling device between operator and helper when blasting
tank interiors, and other confined areas or when operator works out of helper’s sight.
Delivers “fail safe” remote control performance because the blast machine will not
operate in the event either or both control hoses are accidentally crushed, pinched or
severed.

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Semi-Automatic Tumble Blasting Systems
The Tumble Blaster Series are enclosed
tumble blasting cabinet systems with a
sandblast gun aimed into a rotating basket.
Blasting Systems

The random tumbling action insures that all

parts in the basket are completely
sandblasted when the cycle is finished. The
TB Series ranges in capacity from a 1 quart
table top model to a 150 pound, 3 cubic foot
capacity model. The number and orifice size
of the blast guns are balanced to ensure
efficient blast coverage of the entire load TB2
during tumbling.
The TB1 (Mini-Tumble Blaster) is a bench top unit that can process about 1 quart of
parts; the TB2 can process 2 cubic feet of parts and the TB3 can process 3 cubic feet
of parts. The TB1412 and TB2424 tumbler blasters are designed for high volume
automatic tumble blasting of small parts. The large 14" x 12" barrel holds approximately
50 pounds of parts and turns at 6 RPM. The extra-large 24" x 24" barrel holds
approximately 150 pounds of parts and turns at 2 RPM. Simply load the barrel, close
the door, set the timer, and turn on the dust collector. The barrel slowly turns, gently
exposing all parts to the blast stream. When the timer expires, parts are finished and
ready for unloading!
All tumble blasting systems feature an automatic timer, an air pressure regulator, an air
line filter, a dust collector, one sandblast gun with carbide nozzle, and one blow off gun
(TB2 & TB3 only) to remove dust from parts. The tumble blast systems work with
aluminum oxide, white aluminum oxide, urea and other plastic abrasives, corn cob grit,
walnut shell grit, glass beads, pumice, crushed glass grit, silicon carbide, steel grit and
steel shot. Tumble blasting systems remove rust and scale, remove hard to reach
burrs, produce either bright or dull texture finishes and prepare a surface for bonding.
The process is very simple: load the parts, set the timer and, at the end of the cycle,
open the trap door to unload the parts, which drop onto a sloped ramp and discharge
into a tote pan.
Tumble blasters can remove tough flash, light burrs and heavy scale or rust from
recesses, create even, texturized surfaces, perform tough cleaning jobs and mask
imperfections. Tumble Blasters can replace hand operations and do the jobs tumblers
and vibrators cannot do, such as die-castings with internal flash, encapsulated and
thermoset plastic parts with flash and precision parts with hard to reach burrs.
Here's how simple it is:
1. Load parts through the front opening.
2. Close the door, which places the gun in position.
3. Set the timer and start.
4. When complete, open the cabinet door and the bottom tumbler door.
The parts will drop down into a catch pan.
While tumble blasting is restricted to relatively small parts, it can perform the same
tasks as standard blasting equipment. It also has the advantage of processing many
parts at the same time, unattended. The random tumbling action presents all reachable
areas to the blast stream, producing even results. By controlling the pressure, blast
media, and time cycle, a broad range of jobs can be done, achieving consistent,
predictable results.

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The TB1 Mini-Blaster can deflash, deburr and descale, since the blast
stream is directed into the tumble basket.
Blasting Systems

Tumble Blasting is faster than vibratory and tumble finishing. It will

reach areas that other methods cannot touch. There is less labor
because no separation from media is necessary.
Some of the materials that can be used in the machine are:
aluminum oxide, white aluminum oxide, urea and other plastic
abrasives, corn cob grit, walnut shell grit, glass beads, pumice,
crushed glass grit, silicon carbide, steel grit and steel shot.
The TB1 is an inexpensive machine specifically made to solve small
part problems utilizing minimal production space.

TB1

TB1 SPECIFICATIONS
Door opening.
CABINET
18" x 12" constructed with tapered bottom hopper.
18" x 18", with clean-out door on bottom,
INSIDE WORK AREA
inspection window and light.
MEASUREMENTS 18" wide x 24" deep.

On/Off timer switch for tumbler & blaster, pressure regulator

CONTROLS
gauge and safety interlock for door.

AIR GUN 12 CFM; 1/4" carbide nozzle.

AIR PRESSURE 40-120 PSI range requires a 2 HP compressor.
1
/8" perforated oblique metal.
BARREL Open-ended.
12" diameter x 8" high.
CAPACITY 1 quart
DRIVE 6 RPM fractional gear motor, 1 phase/60 cycles/115V.
DUST COLLECTOR Self-contained, enclosed

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Blasting Systems Semi-Automatic Tumble Blasting Systems

TB1412
TB2424

TB1412 & TB2424 TUMBLER SPECIFICATIONS

MODEL TB1412 TB2424

0.5 ft³
1.0 ft³
14" diameter x 12" deep
BARREL 24" x 24" perforated steel barrel
perforated steel barrel with
with unloading door.
unloading door.

CAPACITY 50 lbs of parts 150 lbs of parts

6 RPM, 1 phase/115V 2 RPM, 1 phase/220V

DRIVE
Heavy duty gear motor Heavy duty gear motor
TB1412 & TB2424 BLASTER SPECIFICATIONS
MODEL TB1412 TB2424

Drawer for easy parts unloading

CABINET Drawer for easy parts unloading
Heavy duty construction
400 PT dust collector 800 PT dust collector
DUST COLLECTOR
(refer to page 58) (refer to page 58)
Safety door shut-off
Safety door shut-off
2 blast guns (45 CFM
CONTROLS 1 blast gun (25 CFM standard,
standard, 25 CFM optional)
45 CFM optional) with timer
with timer
3
/4" pressure regulator and
AIR PRESSURE Pressure regulator with gauge
moisture filter

FLOOR SPACE 65" high, 45" deep, 30" wide 75" high, 60" deep, 45" wide

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Semi-Automatic Tumble Blasting Systems
SPECIFICATIONS

400 CFM. Pull-through. Motor: 1/2 HP, 3450 RPM, TEFC. Electrical:
Blasting Systems

115V/60 Hz/1 phase. Fan: 9" diameter. Filter surface area: 40 ft².
Dimensions: 20" wide x 64" high x 22" deep. Available on all MM
models 36 and larger without abrasive separators. Can be added to
cabinets already in use. The adjustable intake damper and compact
size allow it to be easily adapted and tuned to most any size system.

Suitable for medium to heavy amounts of blasting. Recommended for

DC400PT
use when cabinet usage exceeds two hours per day, where dusty
media is used or where multiple gun systems are used in one cabinet.
Ideal for applications requiring a highly efficient dust collector.

Features include superior dust filtration, removable drawer for

convenient dust disposal, manual shaker mechanism for efficient filter
bag cleaning, 14-gauge welded steel construction, full size access
door, 9 tubular bags, exhaust muffler and adjustable damper.

800 CFM. Pull-through. Motor: 1 HP, 3450 RPM, TEFC. Electrical:

115V/60 Hz/1 phase. Fan: 121/2" diameter. Filter surface area: 52 ft².
Dimensions: 20" wide x 72" high x 28" deep.

Suitable for medium to heavy amounts of blasting. Recommended for

use when cabinet usage exceeds two hours per day, where dusty
DC800PT media is used or where multiple gun systems are used in one cabinet.
Ideal for applications requiring a highly efficient dust collector.

Features include superior dust filtration, removable drawer for

convenient dust disposal, manual shaker mechanism for efficient filter
bag cleaning, 14-gauge welded steel construction, full size access
door, 12 tubular bags, exhaust muffler and adjustable damper.

DC800PT

DC400PT

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TB3 TB2

TB2 & TB3 TUMBLER SPECIFICATIONS

Round. Constructed of perforated metal.
BARREL Large opening in front (center) for loading; quick acting door on
side for unloading.

TB2: 2 ft³, 24" diameter x 12" wide.

CAPACITY
TB3: 3 ft³, 30" diameter x 17" wide.

DRIVE 2 RPM fractional HP motor, 1 phase/60 cycles/115V.

TB2 & TB3 BLASTER SPECIFICATIONS

14-gauge steel construction with full-length front door.
Tapered bottom hopper to hold blasting materials.
CABINET
Inspection window in door.
Inspection light.

DUST COLLECTOR Separate from cabinet with self-cleaning bag.

Pressure regulator and water trap.

1-hour timer to permit tumbler to run without blaster.
Separate air only switch to blow off parts before unloading.
Door safety interlock switch to prevent air blasting when
CONTROLS
door is open.
All circuits are 110V, single phase and grounded as per
OSHA requirements.
Total amperage - 10 for blaster and dust collector.
Each model has two guns. The TB-2 uses 12 CFM per gun. The
TB-3 uses 25 CFM per gun.
Gun has 5/16" orifice.
AIR PRESSURE
Minimum air compressor requirement is 51/2 HP, though 10 HP
is recommended, with a total air supply of 25 CFM needed for
the TB-2 and 50 CFM needed for the TB-3.
NOISE LEVEL 65 Decibels.

TB2 and TB3 - 39" x 40"

FLOOR SPACE
Dust Collector - 20" diameter

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 Finishing Compounds

A vibratory or barrel tumbling chemical compound can...

• Improve media efficiency by preventing glaze formation
• Add extra abrasive to the load
• Maintain good metal color
Finishing Compounds

• Create a polished finish

• Prevent rust or corrosion
• Clean and/or bleach metal
• Deburr or form radii

Types of compounds used in conjunction with mass finishing equipment are pH-
balanced, alkaline-based or acid-based compounds. They are formulated to perform
specific functions when used with media. It is important to balance the ratio of flow
rate to media volume to achieve optimal finishing performance.

Acid burnishing compounds and alkaline deburring compounds can be specially

formulated to enhance a particular property, thereby performing best in all
applications. A barrel or vibratory tumbling chemical compound will perform the
following basic functions:

• Increase lubrication and/or foam to produce a shine

and protect delicate parts
• Enhance grinding
• Emulsify and suspend
• Degrease
• Clean heavy soil
• Descale
• Pickle
• Polish
• Brighten
• Remove oxide skins
• Cushion fragile components
• Chemically accelerate grinding
• Protect from rust and corrosion using agents for reactive metals
• Add a mild acid for faster cutting and bleaching power

Can’t decide which machine to use for the job?

Let us help. Read our section on Where Do I Start?
Barrel or Vibratory Finishing: Choosing the Right System for the Job
on page 117, and then refer to our Barrel Finishing Guide on page 120.

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Kramco 150

DEBURRING
Abrasive deburring powder compound. Mildly alkaline pH. Rust inhibitor.
Finishing Compounds

Off-white color. Ceramic or plastic media suggested. For use with all
metals. Provides a medium cut. Non-impinging. Good color. Also for use as
a rust inhibitor. Usage Guidelines: 1/2 to 1 lb per gallon of water.

DEBURRING
Kramco 160
Abrasive deburring tumbling compound. Mildly acidic pH. Off-white color.
Plastic or ceramic media suggested. For use with non-ferrous metals only.
Provides a medium cut. Mild bleaching agent. Non-impinging. Faster than
Kramco 150. Usage Guidelines: 1/2 to 1 lb per gallon of water.

Kramco 180

DEBURRING
Abrasive deburring powder compound. Alkaline pH. Rust inhibitor. Dark
color. Plastic or ceramic media suggested. For use with all metals. Provides
an extra fast cut. Rust inhibitor, protecting all types of metals against
corrosion to produce good color. Good for extra-long cycles. Excellent hard
metal compound. Usage Guidelines: 1/2 to 1 lb per gallon of water.

Kramco 510

CLEANING
Rust inhibitor with a light cutting action and shine. Metal safe. White color.
Ceramic or carbon steel media suggested. Powerful rust inhibitor for steel.
Can be used to protect shot when storing for up to 3 months. Can be used
for jewelry processing. Usage Guidelines: 3 to 4 oz per gallon of water.

Kramco 750
Cleaning compound with a light cutting action and shine. Balanced pH.

CLEANING
Rust inhibitor. White color. Plastic, ceramic or carbon steel media
suggested. A barrel and shot cleaner for use with all metals. Used to clean
parts before burnishing and to restore shot to a bright clean finish. Contains
a rust inhibitor to protect shot. Shot may require two treatments. Can be
used for jewelry processing. Usage Guidelines: 2 to 3 oz per gallon of
water.

Kramco 820
BLEACHING

Bleaching compound with a light cutting action and shine. Mildly acidic pH.
Off-white color. Plastic or ceramic media suggested. Mild acid cleaner and
bleaching agent for non-ferrous metals. May cause steel to rust. Can be
used for jewelry processing. Usage Guidelines: 2 to 3 oz per gallon of
water.

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Kramco 910

BURNISHING
Burnishing compound for a bright polish. Balanced pH. Rust inhibitor.
Finishing Compounds

Yellow color. Carbon steel media suggested. For use with all metals.
Usually used with steel shot for gold and silver. Contains a rust inhibitor to
protect shot. Can be used for jewelry processing. Usage Guidelines: 2 to 3
oz per gallon of water.

Kramco 920

BURNISHING
Burnishing compound for a bright polish. Balanced pH. Yellow color.
Carbon steel or stainless steel media suggested. For use with all metals.
Similar to Kramco 910, but better for white metal (such as silver or pot
metals), die-cast, aluminum and stainless steel, as it produces a whiter
finish. Can be used for jewelry processing. Usage Guidelines: 2 to 3 oz per
gallon of water.

BURNISHING
Kramco 930
Burnishing compound for a bright polish. High pH. Off-white color. Carbon
steel or stainless steel media suggested. Higher pH for a brighter finish on
steel. Similar to Kramco 910, but better for steel. Produces a whiter finish.
Usage Guidelines: 2 to 3 oz per gallon of water.

BURNISHING
Kramco 940
Burnishing compound for a bright polish. Mildly alkaline pH. Off-white color.
Ceramic media suggested. High lubrication for burnishing with ceramic
media. Good for polishing plastics in a tumbler. Usage Guidelines: 2 to 3 oz
per gallon of water.

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Kramco 1010

DEBURRING
Finishing Compounds

General purpose liquid finishing compound and metal degreaser for light
cutting, deburring and shine. Mildly alkaline pH. Off-white/opalescent color.
Plastic or ceramic media suggested. For use with all metals. Provides
corrosion protection and degreases. Can be used for jewelry processing.
Usage Guidelines: 1 to 2 oz per gallon of water.

Kramco 1030

DEBURRING
This liquid vibratory compound is a mild acid cleaner for cutting and
deburring. Mildly acidic pH. Non-corrosive. Colorless. Plastic or ceramic
media suggested. For use with all but ferrous metals. May cause steel to
rust. Cuts faster than Kramco 1010. Bleaches brass, stainless steel and
aluminum. Can be used for jewelry processing. Usage Guidelines: 1 to 2 oz
per gallon of water.

Kramco 1060
Aluminum safe vibratory compound and metal degreaser. Highly buffered
alkaline pH. Colorless. Plastic, ceramic, carbon steel or stainless steel

DEGREASER
media suggested. Aluminum safe cleaner and degreaser that can be used
for all metals and applications. Unlike some other liquid vibratory
compounds, Kramco 1060 will not corrode or pit aluminum, copper, brass
or other sensitive metals. In addition to its cleaning properties, it is
biodegradable, economical and environmentally safe. With hundreds of
proven uses, it is considered to be a major breakthrough for aerospace,
automotive, industrial marine and offshore applications. Usage Guidelines:
1 to 2 oz per gallon of water.

CLEANING
Kramco 1510
Light cutting action and shine. Buffered alkaline pH. Rust inhibitor. Straw
color. Plastic or ceramic media suggested. This liquid finishing compound is
an effective rust inhibitor for ferrous metals. Used to protect during storage.
Also good for soaking. Usage Guidelines: 1 to 2 oz per gallon of water.

Kramco 2010
BURNISHING

General-purpose burnisher with a light cutting action and shine. Thick blue
liquid. Rust inhibitor. High detergency. Blue/opalescent color. Ceramic
media suggested. For use with all metals. Lubricates the media to cause a
glaze which produces a very light cut with a polish. Use with ceramic media
to produce a brighter finish than Kramco 1010. Can be used for jewelry
processing. Usage Guidelines: 1 to 2 oz per gallon of water.

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Kramco 2020

BURNISHING
Finishing Compounds

Vibratory burnishing compound for a bright polish. Mildly alkaline pH.

Inhibits rust during processing and long-term. Amber/bronze color. K-Polish
Precision Ceramic media recommended for optimal finish. Removes no
metal but produces a very bright polish. Can be used in magnetic needle
burnishing equipment. Can be used for jewelry processing. Usage
Guidelines: 1 to 2 oz per gallon of water.

Kramco 2030

CLEANING
Neutral cleaner for a bright polish. Neutral pH during usage. Straw color.
Stainless steel media suggested. Neutral mixture for brightening stainless
steel, aluminum and red metals. Can be used for jewelry processing. Usage
Guidelines: 1 to 2 oz per gallon of water.

Kramco 5100

CLEANING
General cleaner and metal degreaser for cutting and deburring. Mildly
alkaline pH. Light yellow color. Plastic or ceramic media suggested. Similar
to Kramco 1010, but with added grease-cutting properties. Usage
Guidelines: 1 to 2 oz per gallon of water.

EV 150 Vibratory Finishing System

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Cutting Creams for Dry Barrel Finishing Systems

Dry Cutting Cream

Color: Gray
Finishing Compounds

Used to Process: Metal Parts

A combination of abrasives, chemicals, oils and waxes, designed to remove

machining and sanding marks and lightly deburr metals. Leaves a soft satin finish.

Usage Guidelines:
• 70% plastic preforms/30% corn cob:
2 cups to treat 50 lbs (total) of new media;
1
/4 cup for each run thereafter
• 100% wood pegs:
2 cups to treat 50 lbs of new media;
1
/4 cup for each run thereafter
• 100% corn cob:
1 quart to treat 50 lbs of new media;
1
/2 cup for each run thereafter

Average Run: 24 hours or overnight

Dry Abrasive Cream

Color: Gray
Used to Process: Plastic or Wood Parts

A combination of abrasives, chemicals, oils and waxes, designed to remove

machining, sanding and tool marks. Also rounds edges. Can be used for light
deburring of metals.

Usage Guidelines:
• 70% wood pegs/30% corn cob:
3 cups to treat 50 lbs (total) of new media;
1
/4 cup for each run thereafter
• 100% corn cob or walnut shells:
1 quart to treat 50 lbs of new media;
1
/4 cup for each run thereafter
• 100% wood pegs:
3 cups to treat 50 lbs of new media;
3 Tbsp for each run thereafter

Average Run: 24 hours or overnight

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Pre-Polishing & Light Deburring Creams
for Dry Barrel Finishing Systems
Finishing Compounds

Metashyne Pre-Polishing Cream

Color: Red
Used to Process: Metal Parts

A cream composed of waxes and fine abrasives designed for removing minor surface
imperfections. Produces a slightly polished surface. Leaves a very fine cut on pre-
plate items before polishing.

Usage Guidelines:
• 100% wood pegs:
1
/2 cup to treat 50 lbs of new media;
3 Tbsp for each run thereafter
• 100% corn cob or walnut shells:
2 cups to treat 50 lbs of new media;
1
/4 cup for each run thereafter

Average Run: 24 hours or overnight

Shynolyte Pre-Polishing Cream

Color: Yellow/White
Used to Process: Plastic or Wood Parts

A combination of fine abrasives, chemicals and waxes in a cream form, designed to

impart a smooth finish and remove the roughness produced by the first operation.
Removes scratches and prepares items for polishing. Will not clog holes.

Usage Guidelines:
• 100% wood pegs:
1
/2 cup to treat 50 lbs of new media;
3 Tbsp for each run thereafter
• 100% corn cob or walnut shells:
2 cups to treat 50 lbs of new media;
1
/4 cup for each run thereafter

Average Run: 24 hours or overnight

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Polishing Creams
Metaglos Polishing Cream
Color: Green
Used to Process: Metal Parts
Finishing Compounds

A polishing cream containing waxes and very fine abrasives, producing a highly
buffed finish.

Usage Guidelines:
• 100% wood pegs:
11/2 cup to treat 50 lbs of new media;
3 Tbsp for each run thereafter
• 70% wood pegs/30% corn cob (for soft metals such as aluminum):
11/2 cups to treat 50 lbs (total) of new media;
3 Tbsp for each run thereafter
• 100% corn cob or walnut shells:
2 cups to treat 50 lbs of new media;
1
/4 cup for each run thereafter

Average Run: 24 hours or overnight

Microlyte Polishing Cream

Color: White
Used to Process: Plastic Parts

A polishing cream specifically formulated to abrade the surface of the plastic until a
natural, clear, polished finish is produced, rather than a coated one.

Usage Guidelines:
• 100% wood pegs:
11/2 cups to treat 50 lbs of new media;
3 Tbsp for each run thereafter
• 100% corn cob or walnut shells:
2 cups to treat 50 lbs of new media;
1
/4 cup for each run thereafter

Average Run: 24 hours or overnight

Did you know?

Keep a close eye on your polishing barrels. Dirty wood pegs will not
polish and may scratch your parts.

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Wipe Off & Quick Shine Creams

Hi-Glos Final Cream

Color: White
Finishing Compounds

Used to Process: Plastic Parts

Designed to remove the film created in the polishing operation and give the parts a
quick shine. Will brighten dyed plastics without removing color.

Usage Guidelines:
• 100% wood pegs:
11/2 cup to treat 50 lbs of new media;
3 Tbsp for each run thereafter
• 100% corn cob or walnut shells:
2 cups to treat 50 lbs of new media;
1
/4 cup for each run thereafter

Average Run: 1/2 hour

We can help!
Are you tired of hand polishing your jewelry or
small parts? Our K9 Jewelry Finishing System
performs the same tasks as larger machines in a
compact unit. Still not convinced it will work?
Send us your parts for a small-scale test run! For
more information on the K9 Jewelry Finishing
System, refer to page 12.

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Ceramic media is recommended for general purpose polishing, light and heavy
deburring, fast and extra fast deburring and ultra aggressive metal removal. Ceramic
media is best for heavy cutting and hard metals. When a small media is required
Ceramic Media

(under 3/4"), ceramics offer the best selection. Ceramic media supports very heavy
parts better than plastic media.

Durable, inexpensive and highly versatile, ceramic finishing media is the most
common media used in mass finishing. It can be manufactured in a wide variety of
precise shapes, which assists in separation and elimination of lodging problems.

Ceramic finishing media is made of silica and other minerals and abrasives that are
combined, formed and fired at a high temperature, producing a very hard, cement-
like product. Most ceramic preformed shapes, such as triangles, stars and ellipses,
are extruded and cut to the desired length.

The density of ceramic preformed Angle Cut Cylinders

shapes is usually determined by the
amount of abrasive incorporated
Angle Cut Triangles
into the mix prior to firing - the more
abrasive, the higher the density.
This is important because the higher Angle Cut Ellipses
the density, the more "aggressive"
the ceramic media will be (faster
Straight Cut Triangles
cutting, rougher surface) and the
quicker it will wear. Therefore,
dense media is only practical where Angle Cut Tristars
the objectives cannot be achieved
any other way or where the
Cylindrical Wedges
reduction in cycle time brings a
greater value than the extra cost in
media consumption.

The type and quantity of abrasive grain can be varied to accomplish particular tasks,
depending on the bond selected.

We can help!
Once you have provided us with the information to assure that we
thoroughly understand your needs, our entire team analyzes our
findings to develop the best possible solution or recommendation for
your application. If necessary, our laboratory will process your sample
parts in our testing equipment under a variety of conditions in order to
fine tune our recommendations.

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KP - POLISH (WHITE)
Ceramic Media

A ceramic media without any abrasives. For burnishing, polishing

and driving loose abrasive.

KLC - LIGHT CUT (TAN)

For general finishing, light cut and low to medium wear. Leaves a
bright finish when used with proper compounds.

KM - GENERAL PURPOSE (GRAY)

For general finishing, good metal removal and exceptional wear.
Performs in a wide variety of deburring, deflashing and radiusing
applications. Our most popular formulation.

KSF - FAST CUTTING (GRAY)

Fast cutting media that provides a good finish with a tough
longwearing bond.

KXF - EXTRA FAST CUTTING (TAN)

A media designed for fast metal removal, surface improvements
and a low rms finish. Matte finish and moderate wear rate, but
very efficient due to reduced cycle times.

KUF - ULTRA FAST CUTTING (GRAY)

A media engineered for metal removal, radiusing and short
cycle times.

KDF - DENSE SUPER FAST CUTTING (BROWN)

Extremely resistant to fracturing. Ideal for high-energy
applications. A very fast cut facilitated by heavier weight per
cubic foot.

KSC - SILICON CARBIDE (GRAY)

A media used where aluminum oxide impregnation cannot be
tolerated, such as braising, welding or soldering. Good cutting
characteristics and good wear.

KUFX - ULTRA AGGRESSIVE (BLUE GRAY)

Our most aggressive media formulation where metal removal,
radiusing and cycle times are primary concerns.

So many choices.
Which media best suits your job?
To find out, check out our Tumbling Media Selection Guide
on page 127.

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Ceramic Media

Dimensions Formulations / Bonds

KP KLC KM KSF KXF KUFX KDF KSC
polish light cut general fast extra fast ultra dense silicon
A B (white) (tan) purpose cutting cutting aggressive super fast carbide
(gray) (gray) (tan) (brown) cutting (blue
(gray) gray)
1 11
/8" /32" NS NS NS NS NS NS NS NS
5 5
/32" /16" NS NS NS NS NS NS NS NS
3 3
/16" /8" S NS S S NS NS NS NS
1 5
/4" /8" NS NS S S NS NS NS NS
5 5
/16" /8" NS NS S S NS NS NS NS
3 5
/8" /8" S NS S NS NS NS S S
7 7
/16" /8" NS NS S NS NS NS NS NS
1 7
/2" /8" NS NS S NS NS NS NS NS
5
/8" 11/8" NS NS S S NS NS NS NS
5
/8" 11/2" NS NS S NS NS NS NS NS
7
/8" 11/2" NS NS S NS NS NS NS NS
7
/8" 13/4" NS NS S NS NS NS NS NS

Dimensions Formulations / Bonds

KP KLC KM KSF KXF KUFX KDF KSC
polish light cut general fast extra fast ultra dense silicon
A B (white) (tan) purpose cutting cutting aggressive super fast carbide
(gray) (gray) (tan) (brown) cutting (blue
(gray) gray)
3 5
/8" /8" NS NS S NS NS NS NS NS
5 1
/8" 1 /8" NS NS S NS NS NS NS NS

Dimensions Formulations / Bonds

KP KLC KM KSF KXF KUFX KDF KSC
polish light cut general fast extra fast ultra dense silicon
A B (white) (tan) purpose cutting cutting aggressive super fast carbide
(gray) (gray) (tan) (brown) cutting (blue
(gray) gray)
1 9
/4" /16" NS NS NS NS NS NS NS NS

S = Standard stock item (50 lb minimum order)

NS = Non-Standard stock item (if not in stock, a minimum order of 800 lb is required for manufacture)
Packaged in 50 lb boxes.

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Ceramic Media

Dimensions Formulations / Bonds

KP KLC KM KSF KXF KUFX KDF KSC
polish light cut general fast extra fast ultra dense silicon
A B (white) (tan) purpose cutting cutting aggressive super fast carbide
(gray) (gray) (tan) (brown) cutting (blue
(gray) gray)
1 3
/4" /16" NS NS NS NS NS NS NS NS
1 1
/4" /4" NS NS S NS NS NS NS NS
3 1
/8" /4" NS NS S S NS NS NS NS
3 3
/8" /8" NS NS S S NS S NS NS
5 3
/8" /8" NS NS S NS NS NS NS NS
5 5
/8" /8" NS NS S S NS S NS NS
7 5
/8" /16" NS NS NS NS NS NS NS NS
7 3
/8" /8" NS NS S S S NS NS NS
7 7
/8" /8" NS NS S S S S S NS
1 3
1 /8" /8" NS NS S S NS NS NS NS

11/8" 5
/8" NS NS NS NS NS NS NS NS

11/8" 7
/8" NS NS S NS NS NS NS NS

11/8" 11/8" NS NS S NS NS S NS NS

13/8" 1
/2" NS NS S NS NS NS NS NS

11/2" 11/2" NS NS NS NS NS NS NS NS

17/8" 5
/8" NS NS S NS NS NS NS NS
7
2" /8" NS NS NS NS NS NS NS NS

S = Standard stock item (50 lb minimum order)

NS = Non-Standard stock item (if not in stock, a minimum order of 800 lb is required for manufacture)
Packaged in 50 lb boxes.

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Dimensions Formulations / Bonds

Ceramic Media

KP KLC KM KSF KXF KUFX KDF KSC

polish light cut general fast extra fast ultra dense silicon
A B C (white) (tan) purpose cutting cutting aggressive super fast carbide
(gray) (gray) (tan) (brown) cutting (blue
(gray) gray)
3 5 5
/8" /8" /8" NS NS NS NS NS NS NS NS
3 5 7
/8" /8" /8" NS NS NS NS NS NS NS NS

Ceramic Straight Cut Triangles

Dimensions Formulations / Bonds

KP KLC KM KSF KXF KUFX KDF KSC
polish light cut general fast extra fast ultra dense silicon
A B (white) (tan) purpose cutting cutting aggressive super fast carbide
(gray) (gray) (tan) (brown) cutting (blue
(gray) gray)
1 1
/4" /4" NS NS NS NS NS NS NS NS
7 5
/8" /8" NS NS NS NS NS NS NS NS

Ceramic Cones

Dimensions Formulations / Bonds

KP KLC KM KSF KXF KUFX KDF KSC
polish light cut general fast extra fast ultra dense silicon
A B (white) (tan) purpose cutting cutting aggressive super fast carbide
(gray) (gray) (tan) (brown) cutting (blue
(gray) gray)
1 5
/2" /8" NS NS NS NS NS NS NS NS
3 7
/4" /8" NS NS S S NS NS NS NS

1 11/4" NS NS S NS NS NS NS NS
3 3
1 /16" 1 /16" NS NS S NS NS NS NS NS

S = Standard stock item (50 lb minimum order)

NS = Non-Standard stock item (if not in stock, a minimum order of 800 lb is required for manufacture)
Packaged in 50 lb boxes.

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Ceramic Media

Dimensions Formulations / Bonds

KP KLC KM KSF KXF KUFX KDF KSC
polish light cut general fast extra fast ultra dense silicon
A B (white) (tan) purpose cutting cutting aggressive super fast carbide
(gray) (gray) (tan) (brown) cutting (blue
(gray) gray)
5 1
/8" /4" NS NS S S NS NS NS NS
7 5
/8" /16" NS NS S S NS NS NS NS
7 3
/8" /8" NS NS S S NS NS NS NS

11/8" 3
/8" NS NS S S NS NS NS NS

11/8" 5
/8" NS NS NS NS NS NS NS NS
7 5
1 /8" /8" NS NS S NS NS NS NS NS

S = Standard stock item (50 lb minimum order)

NS = Non-Standard stock item (if not in stock, a minimum order of 800 lb is required for manufacture)
Packaged in 50 lb boxes.

Ceramic Cylindrical Wedges

Dimensions Formulations / Bonds

KP KLC KM KSF KXF KUFX KDF KSC
polish light cut general fast extra fast ultra dense silicon
A B (white) (tan) purpose cutting cutting aggressive super fast carbide
(gray) (gray) (tan) (brown) cutting (blue
(gray) gray)
7 7
/16" /16" NS NS NS NS NS NS NS NS
5 5
/8" /8" NS NS S S NS NS NS NS
3 3
/4" /4" NS NS S S NS S NS NS

1" 1" NS NS S S NS NS S NS
1 1
1 /2" 1 /2" NS NS S S NS NS NS NS

2" 2" NS NS NS NS NS NS NS NS

S = Standard stock item (50 lb minimum order)

NS = Non-Standard stock item (if not in stock, a minimum order of 800 lb is required for manufacture)
Packaged in 50 lb boxes.

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 Precision Ceramic Media
Precision media is a type of ceramic tumbling
media that is used when small and precise size Balls
is an issue. The super small sizes available are
ideal for intricate finishing jobs, such as jewelry. Cylinders
Precision Ceramic Media

K-Polish Bond (Polishing)

This type of ceramic polishing media is made of high Triangles
alumina and does not contain abrasives. Use with
burnishing compounds to burnish metals or with loose abrasives or compounds for
deburring. Produces a high luster finish and is suitable for use in all types of finishing
equipment.

K-Fast Cut Bond (Fast Cutting)

Ceramic tumbling media for brass and other metals is made for fast cutting and
deburring in all types of finishing equipment.

Precision Ceramic Balls

Bond: K-Polish Bond: K-Fast Cut

Color: White Color: Gray
Application: Polish / Light Deburr Application: Fast Cut
Media Wear: Excellent Media Wear: Good
Surface Finish: Bright Surface Finish: Good
Diameters Available: Diameters Available:
2 mm, 3 mm, 4 mm, 5 mm, 2 mm, 4 mm, 5 mm, 6 mm, 9 mm
6 mm, 8 mm, 10 mm, 12 mm Packaged in 55lb bags.
Packaged in 55lb bags.

MT Series
Mini Roller Barrel Tumblers

The Mini-Tumbler industrial roller barrel

tumbling system is designed for small parts
and/or small batch runs. With barrels ranging
in capacity from 22 ounces to 8 gallons, this
rotary tumbler system is ideal for sensitive or
fragile parts.

To learn more about our MT Series, refer to page 10.

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 Precision Ceramic Cylinders

Bond: K-Polish Bond: K-Fast Cut

Precision Ceramic Media

Color: White Color: Gray

Application: Polish / Light Deburr Application: Fast Cut
Media Wear: Excellent Media Wear: Good
Surface Finish: Bright Surface Finish: Good
Sizes Available (diameter x length): Sizes Available (diameter x length):
1.3 x 3 mm, 1.7 x 5.2 mm, 1.5 x 5 mm, 2.5 x 8 mm,
2.5 x 8 mm, 3 x 10 mm, 3 x 6 mm
4.5 x 14 mm, 7 x 23 mm Packaged in 55lb bags.
Packaged in 55lb bags.

Precision Ceramic Triangles

Bond: K-Polish Bond: K-Fast Cut

Color: White Color: Gray
Application: Polish / Light Deburr Application: Fast Cut
Media Wear: Excellent Media Wear: Good
Surface Finish: Bright Surface Finish: Good
Sizes Available (length x depth): Sizes Available (length x depth):
2 x 2 mm, 3 x 3 mm, 2 x 2 mm, 3 x 2.5 mm, 3 x 3 mm,
4 x 4 mm, 6 x 6 mm 3 x 6 mm, 4 x 4 mm, 4 x 8 mm
Packaged in 55lb bags. Packaged in 55lb bags.

We can do it!
We specialize in customizing systems, products and procedures.
There are many options and custom equipment available. If you
don't see something in our catalog, please contact us.

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 Plastic Media

Plastic preformed media shapes, also known

as tumbling stones, are a man-made media Cones
available in a variety of shapes and abrasive
content. Plastic preformed media shapes are
Plastic Media

not as aggressive as ceramics, but can create Cylindrical Wedges

better surface finishes. Being considerably
lighter in weight than ceramics, plastic Pyramids
tumbling stones can process parts that
ceramics might damage. Tetrahedrons

Triangles
Plastic media is recommended for general
metal removal, pre-painted or pre-plated
Tristars
finishing, polishing, and fast and heavy cutting.
Plastic media is used for soft metals (such as
brass and aluminum) or stringy materials to Wedges
avoid rolling the burr over into a hole. Plastic
media produces a very smooth finish, but very
little shine.

Plastic media is safe for parts with threads and is good for preparing parts for
anodizing. The tetrahedron and cone shapes are good for parts with holes. The
triangle shape is good for corners and flats. Combinations of media can be used to
process geometrically complex parts.

Plastic Media Bond Descriptions

KV - PRE-PLATE (LIGHT GREEN)
A lightweight media that produces a very smooth finish. An
excellent pre-plate finish. Long wearing.

KX - GENERAL PURPOSE (GREEN)

This formulation is used in most standard applications. Great
metal removal with a minimum amount of media loss.

KXV - FAST CUT (BLUE)

A fast cutting media that leaves excellent finishes ready for
anodizing or painting.

KZ1 - FAST CUT (TAN)

Heavy zircon-molded media. A general purpose, fast cutting
media with good wear designed to produce an excellent finish
with reduced cycle times.

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 Plastic Cones
Plastic Media

Dimensions Formulations / Bonds

KV KX KXV KZ1
A B pre-plate general purpose fast cut fast cut with zircon
(light green) (green) (blue) (tan)
3 3
/8" /8" S S S NS
1 9
/2" /16" NS S S S
5 7
/8" /8" NS NS NS NS
3 3
/4" /4" S S NS S
1" 1" NS S NS NS
1 1
1 /4" 1 /4" S S S NS

13/4" 13/4" NS NS NS NS

21/2" 3" NS NS NS NS

Plastic Cylindrical Wedges

Dimensions Formulations / Bonds

KV KX KXV KZ1
A B pre-plate general purpose fast cut fast cut with zircon
(light green) (green) (blue) (tan)
1 5
/2" /8" NS NS NS NS
3 3
/4" /4" NS NS NS S
11/2" 11/2" NS NS NS NS

S = Standard stock item (50 lb minimum order)

NS = Non-Standard stock item (if not in stock, a minimum order of 800 lb is required for manufacture)
Packaged in 50 lb boxes.

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Plastic Media

Dimensions Formulations / Bonds

KV KX KXV KZ1
A B C pre-plate general purpose fast cut fast cut with
(light green) (green) (blue) zircon (tan)
1 1 1
/4" /4" /4" S S NS S
5 5 5
/16" /16" /16" NS NS NS NS
3 3 3
/8" /8" /8" NS S NS S
3 5 3
/8" /8" /8" NS S NS S
15/8" 1" 1" NS S NS S
1
2" 1 /8" NS NS NS NS

2" 11/2" 1" NS NS NS NS

21/2" 17/8" 11/4" NS S NS NS

Plastic Tetrahedrons

Dimensions Formulations / Bonds

KV KX KXV KZ1
A B pre-plate general purpose fast cut fast cut with zircon
(light green) (green) (blue) (tan)
3 3
/4" /4" NS S S S
11/8" 11/8" NS S NS NS
1 1
1 /2" 1 /2" NS NS NS NS

S = Standard stock item (50 lb minimum order)

NS = Non-Standard stock item (if not in stock, a minimum order of 800 lb is required for manufacture)
Packaged in 50 lb boxes.

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 Plastic Triangles
Plastic Media

Dimensions Formulations / Bonds

KV KX KXV KZ1
A B C pre-plate general purpose fast cut fast cut with
(light green) (green) (blue) zircon (tan)
5 3 1
/8" /8" /2" NS S NS NS

11/4" 5
/8" 7
/8" NS S NS NS

Plastic Tristars

Dimensions Formulations / Bonds

KV KX KXV KZ1
A B pre-plate general purpose fast cut fast cut with zircon
(light green) (green) (blue) (tan)

13/4" 3
/4" NS S S NS

S = Standard stock item (50 lb minimum order)

NS = Non-Standard stock item (if not in stock, a minimum order of 800 lb is required for manufacture)
Packaged in 50 lb boxes.

Need a size you don’t see here?

We can make it to your specifications.
We specialize in customizing systems, products and procedures.
There are many options and custom systems available. If you
don't see something in our catalog, please contact us.

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 Plastic Wedges
Plastic Media

Dimensions Formulations / Bonds

KV KX KXV KZ1
A B pre-plate general purpose fast cut fast cut with zircon
(light green) (green) (blue) (tan)
3
1" /4" NS S NS S
11/2" 1" NS S NS NS
1
2" 1 /4" NS NS NS NS

21/2" 11/2" NS NS NS NS

S = Standard stock item (50 lb minimum order)

NS = Non-Standard stock item (if not in stock, a minimum order of 800 lb is required for manufacture)
Packaged in 50 lb boxes.

TRS-1 with transfer pan

page 24

Did you know?

Odd shaped parts often have different finishing needs for each section
of the part. Our technical services department can recommend blends
of media sizes, shapes and bonds to optimize your finishing process.

Mixing media is a way to reduce the number of steps required to finish

a part. Send us your parts or call to discuss your part specifications.

For more tumbling media tips, refer to page 127.

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 Synthetic Media

Synthetic preformed shapes are a man-

Cones
made media that offer a long wear and an
Synthetic Media

aggressive cut. As with plastic media,

synthetic media also weighs less than Cylindrical Wedges
ceramic media, thus reducing surface
hammering and offering greater volume per Pyramids
pound, resulting in lower costs and very
clean finishes. Synthetic media is an Tetrahedrons
excellent alternative to standard plastic
media due to the increased wear resistance, Triangles
lowered residue during processing and
reduced cost. Tristars

Synthetic tumbling media is recommended Wedges

for general metal removal, pre-painted or
pre-plated finishing, and fast and heavy
cutting. Synthetic media is especially good
for high-energy machines such as
centrifugal barrels and disc finishers, since
synthetic tumbling media is resistant to
chipping and breaking under high pressure.

Synthetic Media Bond Descriptions

KSY – GENERAL PURPOSE (TAN)
Designed as an alternative to KX Plastic Media. Offers
good cutting properties with similar media lifetime and
surface finish properties as KX Plastic Media. Synthetic
formula keeps costs lower than plastic media.

KSV - PRE-PLATE (GREEN)

A long-lasting media that produces extremely fine
finishes and excellent color.

KSX - GENERAL PURPOSE (PINK)

Good cutting ability yet leaves a finish that can be plated
or painted. Formulated for high-energy equipment.

KSJ - FAST CUT (TANGERINE)

A lightweight, long-lasting media formulated for non-
ferrous parts, where the parts are deburred, radiused or
cleaned using vibratory or high-energy equipment.

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Synthetic Media

Dimensions Formulations / Bonds

KSY KSV KSX KSJ
A B general purpose pre-plate general purpose fast cut
(tan) (green) (pink) (tangerine)
3 3
/8" /8" NS S S NS
7 5
/16" /8" NS NS S NS
1 9
/2" /16" S S S NS
5 7
/8" /8" NS NS NS S
3 3
/4" /4" S S S NS
1 1
1 /4" 1 /4" S S NS NS

Synthetic Cylindrical Wedges

Dimensions Formulations / Bonds

KSY KSV KSX KSJ
A B general purpose pre-plate general purpose fast cut
(tan) (green) (pink) (tangerine)
3 3
/4" /4" NS NS NS NS
1
1 /8" 1" NS NS NS S
1 1
1 /2" 1 /2" NS NS NS NS

S = Standard stock item (50 lb minimum order)

NS = Non-Standard stock item (if not in stock, a minimum order of 800 lb is required for manufacture)
Packaged in 50 lb boxes.

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 Synthetic Pyramids
Synthetic Media

Dimensions Formulations / Bonds

KSY KSV KSX KSJ
A B C general purpose pre-plate general purpose fast cut
(tan) (green) (pink) (tangerine)
3 3 3
/8" /8" /8" NS NS NS NS
3 5 3
/8" /8" /8" NS NS S NS
5
1 /8" 1" 1" NS NS NS NS

Synthetic Tetrahedrons

Dimensions Formulations / Bonds

KSY KSV KSX KSJ
A B general purpose pre-plate general purpose fast cut
(tan) (green) (pink) (tangerine)
3 3
/4" /4" NS NS NS NS
1 1
1 /8" 1 /8" S NS NS NS

S = Standard stock item (50 lb minimum order)

NS = Non-Standard stock item (if not in stock, a minimum order of 800 lb is required for manufacture)
Packaged in 50 lb boxes.

Need a size you don’t see here?

We can make it to your specifications.
We specialize in customizing systems, products and procedures.
There are many options and custom systems available. If you
don't see something in our catalog, please contact us.

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 Synthetic Triangles
Synthetic Media

Dimensions Formulations / Bonds

KSY KSV KSX KSJ
A B C general purpose pre-plate general purpose fast cut
(tan) (green) (pink) (tangerine)
5 3 1
/8" /8" /2" NS NS NS NS

11/4" 7
/8" 5
/8" NS NS S NS

Synthetic Tristars

Dimensions Formulations / Bonds

KSY KSV KSX KSJ
A B general purpose pre-plate general purpose fast cut
(tan) (green) (pink) (tangerine)

2" 1" NS NS NS NS

Synthetic Wedges

Dimensions Formulations / Bonds

KSY KSV KSX KSJ
A B general purpose pre-plate general purpose fast cut
(tan) (green) (pink) (tangerine)
3
1" /4" NS NS S NS
1
1 /2" 1" S NS NS S
1
2" 1 /4" NS NS NS S

S = Standard stock item (50 lb minimum order)

NS = Non-Standard stock item (if not in stock, a minimum order of 800 lb is required for manufacture)
Packaged in 50 lb boxes.

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 Aluminum Oxide

Aluminum oxide grit (or aluminium oxide grit) STANDARD MESH SIZES*
is a sharp, durable tumbling abrasive.
Aluminum oxide is a cost effective and
12
efficient media for tumbling operations that
Abrasive Tumbling Media

require quick edge rounding, surfacing

16
finishing or cleaning. The hardness of
aluminum oxide grit allows it to be recycled
20
many times. It is the most widely used
abrasive in surface preparation because of its
24
cost, longevity and hardness. Harder and
more cost effective than other commonly used
30
abrasive tumbling media, aluminum oxide grit
powder will provide efficient deburring and
36
edge rounding on even the most difficult parts.
Be sure to consider the size of perforations or
46
holes through which the grit must pass when
screen separating parts from media after use.
54
In addition to using aluminum oxide grit
60
powder for surface finishing, aluminum oxide
is also used as a durable and efficient non-
80
skid media. The angular shape of aluminum
oxide makes it an ideal grit for use in a variety
100
of non-skid applications including concrete
floors, stairs and boat decks. The inert nature
120
of aluminum oxide allows it to be used with a
variety of coating materials. The hardness of
150
the grit particle creates a durable, long-lasting
surface that requires minimal maintenance.
180

220

240

280

*The smaller the mesh number, the coarser the grit. 320
Packaged in 50 lb, 25 lb, 10 lb and 5 lb packages or
400 lb drums. 400

Did you know?

White Aluminum Oxide is an ultra-pure form of aluminum oxide. If
concerns about contamination from metal oxides and iron are an
issue, use White Aluminum Oxide. See page 93 for details.

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 White Aluminum Oxide

White aluminum oxide (or white aluminium

STANDARD MESH SIZES*
oxide) grit is a 99.5% ultra pure grade media.
White aluminum oxide is used in applications
12
where critical, high performance processes
Abrasive Tumbling Media

where cleanliness is required. This sharp,

16
durable abrasive provide excellent edge
rounding, surface finishing and cleaning. The
20
purity of the product means that contamination
from other metal oxides is significantly
reduced and parts come out of the process 24
clean and ready for further processing. White
aluminum oxide is an extremely sharp, long- 30
lasting abrasive that can be recycled many
times. Harder than other commonly used 36
abrasive tumbling media, aluminum oxide grit
powder will provide efficient deburring and 46
edge rounding on even the most difficult parts.
Be sure to consider the size of perforations or 54
holes through which the grit must pass when
screen separating parts from media after use. 60

In addition to using white aluminum oxide grit 80

powder for surface finishing, white aluminum
oxide tumbling media is also used as a 100
durable and efficient non-skid media. The
white color minimizes the 'darkening' or 120
'dilution' of colored coatings. The angular
shape of aluminum oxide makes it an ideal grit 150
for use in a variety of non-skid applications
including concrete floors, stairs and boat 180
decks. The inert nature of aluminum oxide
allows it to be used with a variety of coating 220
materials. The hardness of the grit particle
creates a durable, long-lasting surface that 240
requires minimal maintenance.
280

320
*The smaller the mesh number, the coarser the grit.
Packaged in 50 lb, 25 lb, 10 lb and 5 lb packages or 400
400 lb drums.

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 Corn Cob Grit

Corn cob tumbling grit is an environmentally safe, smooth flowing abrasive made
from the hard woody ring of the cob. Corn cob tumbling grit is used as a tumbling and
vibratory media to absorb dirt and oils and to dry parts, without affecting the surface
of the parts. Corn cob grit also serves as a burnishing grit to burnish soft metals such
Abrasive Tumbling Media

as bronze and brass in tumbling operations.

Advantages to Corn Cob Grit Abrasive:

• Long-lasting; highly resistant to breakdown; reusable in barrel and

vibratory tumblers
• Biodegradable; can be incinerated
• Organic and natural
• No health or environmental hazards
• Clean – virtually dust-free
• Effective polishing on metals and plastics
• Highly absorbent of both water and oils
• Reduces cost of finishing operations
• Preserves micro-finishes

Size of corn grit needed is generally determined by the weight and character of the
parts to be processed. Consider the size of perforations or holes through which the
corn cob tumbling grit abrasive must pass when screen separating parts from media
after use.

DESCRIPTION MESH

Extra Fine 40/60

Fine 20/40

Medium 14/20

Coarse 10/14

Extra Coarse 5/8

Packaged in 50 lb, 20 lb, 10 lb and 4 lb packages.

Did you know?

The process of spent firearm cartridge polishing and shell casing
polishing is fairly simple and quick. Spent cartridge polishing and
brass cartridge case polishing become attractive cost-saving
options and allow for bullet customization. Read more about
firearm cartridge polishing with corn cob grit or walnut shell grit
on page 145.

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 Silicon Carbide

Silicon carbide is a highly durable tumbling STANDARD MESH SIZES*

media for hardened metal parts. Parts can
be self-tumbled with silicon carbide 16
tumbling grit when aggressive deburring,
Abrasive Tumbling Media

scale removal and edge rounding is 24

required. Silicon carbide deburring grit will
resist fracturing allowing for extended 30
tumbling cycles or multi-batch uses with
excellent results. 36

High-quality silicon carbide media is 46

manufactured to create an angular, blocky
shape. Silicon carbide tumbling abrasives 60
have sharp edges ideal for use in tumbling
barrels for 'sanding' edges and softening 80
burrs. Silicon carbide has a very fast
cutting speed and can be recycled and 100
reused many more times than sand.
120
Silicon carbide grit is brittle and sharp and
can be used on wheels for grinding metal 150
and nonmetallic materials of low tensile
strength such as gray cast iron, brass, 180
aluminum, stone materials, leather and
rubber. 220

240

280

320

*The smaller the mesh number, the coarser the grit.

Packaged in 50 lb, 25 lb, 10 lb and 5 lb packages or 330 lb drums.

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At [Link], you’ll find our most up-to-

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variety of industries.

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 Walnut Shell Grit

Walnut shells are ground into various grit sizes to be used for cleaning and polishing.
Size of grit needed is generally determined by the weight and character of the parts
to be processed. Consider the size of perforations or holes through which the walnut
shells must pass when screen separating parts from media after use. Walnut shell
Abrasive Tumbling Media

blasting media is ideal for general purpose deflashing of plastic parts and for tumble
polishing of metals such as aluminum, bronze and brass.

Crushed walnut shells can be used in a variety of other applications such as to

prevent lost circulation in oil well drilling. Walnut shell grit is also used heavily as a
non-skid enhancer in abrasive paints around swimming pools, walkways, dock
boards and paddleball courts. Walnut shell media is the hard fibrous product made
from crushed walnut. When used as a tumbling media, crushed walnut shells are
extremely durable, angular and multi-faceted, yet considered a 'soft abrasive'.

Advantages:
• Excellent durability; reusable
• Biodegradable DESCRIPTION MESH
• Non-toxic - no health or environmental
hazards -325
• Excellent media for tumbling and
vibratory operations -200
• Reduces cycle time of finishing
operations Flour Grades -100
• Preserves micro-finishes
• Allows preservation of base or primer 60/100
coats while removing top coats of paint
40/100

Extra Fine 40/60

Fine 20/40

Medium 12/20

Coarse 8/12

Extra Coarse 4/6

Packaged in 50 lb, 25 lb, 10 lb and 5 lb packages.

Need a size you don’t see here?

We can make it to your specifications.
We specialize in customizing systems, products and procedures.
There are many options and custom systems available. If you
don't see something in our catalog, please contact us.

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 Carbon Steel Tumbling Media
Also available in corrosion-resistant stainless steel

Steel shot is a polishing and burnishing media that produces a bright shine. It is
available in a variety of shapes and sizes. Its substantial weight, with a density of
Carbon Steel Tumbling Media

approximately 320 pounds per cubic foot (three times the density of ceramic
media), exerts added pressure to a mass of components and is especially effective
in reducing finishing times.

As steel media impinges on a part, its surface is work-hardened. The working

action imparts compressive stress as a beneficial byproduct of the finishing
process. In many instances, the process can
replace steel shot blasting as a work-
hardening step. Parts processed with steel
media have longer cycle lives and greater Round Balls
resistance to wear as a result of this
compressive stress action. Most steel shot Eclipse Balls
does not remove metal from parts, though our
Abcut™ shape is designed for metal removal. Cones

Ovalballs
Parts that appear smooth are actually
characterized by micro-imperfections, which
Ballcones
cause plating problems. The weight of steel
media flattens these minute irregularities and
prepares the surface for more satisfactory Pins & Tapers
plating. This action is especially critical during
the deposition of nickel or other solutions that Diagonals
typically do not fill the depressions, but follow
the higher contours of the metal. Abcut™

When plated parts are finished using steel Jewelry Mix

media, a compacting action rolls down and
spreads the surface of the softer plate to fill any
pinpoint holes. This process helps eliminate
porosity and increases the corrosion resistance created by the plating process.

Steel shot is a non-consumable media, so wastewater treatment is limited to

removal of the soils from your parts only since steel does not create or absorb soils
from wear, as do other media. Steel media is considered a capitalized investment
instead of a consumable expense.

So many choices.
Which media best suits your job?
To find out, check out our Tumbling Media Selection Guide
on page 127.

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 Carbon Steel Tumbling Media, continued

ROUND BALLS ECLIPSE BALLS

1 3
/16" /32"
Carbon Steel Tumbling Media

3 1
/32" /8"
1 5
/8" /32"
5 3
/32" /16"
3
/16"
7
/32"
1
/4"
5
/16"
3
/8"
1
/2"
1"
Round balls without flats for more critical Round balls with slight flattening at pole ends.
finishing requirements. Produces the best Precise roundness is not required for the majority
finish. It also creates the best surface. of steel media finishing applications. Thus, two
small flat spots at opposite poles are not
objectionable. Pole-flattened balls are less
expensive to manufacture and customers benefit
through lower prices.

Packaged in 50 lb boxes. Additional sizes available upon request.

JEWELRY MIX ABCUT™

7
40% 5/32" Eclipse Balls /32" x 7/8"
5
40% 1/8" Diagonals /32" x 7/8"
1
20% 1/16" x 1/2" Pins /8" x 1/2"
50/50 Mixture ( /32" x 7/8" and 5/32" x 7/8")
7

A balanced blend of three media shapes to The abrasive surface of this media puts teeth
provide optimal polishing action on flat areas, into finishing for fast, heavy deburring,
recesses, grooves and corners. burnishing and material removal.

Packaged in 50 lb boxes. Additional sizes available upon request.

Are you finishing jewelry? We can help!

Have you ever tried tumble-polishing your handmade metal jewelry?
It is a much cleaner process than buffing on a wheel and saves
time. Tumbling cleans the jewelry, burnishing even hard-to-reach
places, leaving a uniform finish.

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Carbon Steel Tumbling Media

CONES BALLCONES OVALBALLS

Overall Overall Overall

Size A Size B Size A Size B Size A Size B
Size Size Size
3 1 1
/16" .155" .200" /8" .125" .170" /8" .245" .125"
5 5 5
/16" .265" .315" /32" .215" .270" /32" .320" .156"
1 3 3
/2" .470" .535" /16" .270" .300" /16" .380" .187"
25 1 1
/32" .630" .781" /4" .320" .400" /4" .445" .250"
5 5
/16" .375" .465" /16" .535" .312"
Center flange and tapered This design combines the This shape introduces an
crowns provide contact angles burnishing abilities of balls and oscillating motion to the
on curved surfaces. Small cones into one scientifically finishing mass and provides
sizes are ideal for ornamental proportioned shape. Good more surface-to-surface
designs. burnishing action with the contact than balls.
ability to reach corners and
recesses.

Packaged in 50 lb boxes. Additional sizes available upon request.

DIAGONALS PINS & TAPERS

Overall Size Size A Size B Size C Slim (S) Taper (T)

3 3
/32" .093" .093" .170" /64" x 1/2" 3
/32" x 3/8"
1 1
/8" .125" .125" .225" /16" x 9/32" 1
/8" x 3/8"
5 1
/32" .156" .156" .275" /16" x 1/2" 1
/8" x 1/2"
3 5
/16" .187" .187" .325" /32" x 1/2"
7
/32" .218" .218" .380"
1
/4" .250" .250" .445"
5
/16" .312" .312" .545"
3
/8" .375" .375" .655"
1
/16" x 1/16" .062" .062" N/A
1
/16" x 3/32" .062" .093" N/A

Beveled edges of diagonally cut ends provide Tapering to pointed ends, pins reach
effective finishing action in corners. Cylindrical body into recesses and grooves, deflash
offers wide area contacts. Good burnishing action through-holes and clean threaded
with the ability to reach corners and recesses. areas. Strictly for reaching recesses.
Must be mixed with other shapes to
produce good results.

Packaged in 50 lb boxes. Additional sizes available upon request.

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 Stainless Steel Tumbling Media

Stainless steel media allows for faster

finishing times, eliminates the need for
expensive, consumable compound
solutions and rust inhibitors, and
Stainless Steel Tumbling Media

reduces the storage, maintenance and

handling costs of carbon steel media.
Rust inhibitors are usually unnecessary
and maintenance procedures for
overnight and longer-term shutdowns
are considerably simplified. Stainless
steel media more effectively resists MT Series
damage should the compound delivery Bench Model Mini Tumblers
system fail and the vibratory process 2-Bar Base shown with 1 MT-4
continue. It also eliminates iron barrel and 2 MT-2 barrels
impregnation of components from the page 10
chemical interactions that take place
during some finishing processes.

Stainless steel media is used for

polishing and burnishing and is
recommended for aggressive Round Balls
processes. Its substantial weight
(heavier than carbon steel) exerts added Eclipse Balls
pressure and increased resistance to
effectively reduce finishing time. Ovalballs
Stainless steel media imparts
compressive stress, improves pre-plate Cones
finish and reduces porosity on plated
parts. It also eliminates or reduces the Ballcones
need for compounds and rust inhibitors
and eliminates iron contamination.
Pins & Tapers

Diagonals

Jewelry Mix

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Stainless Steel Tumbling Media

ROUND BALLS ECLIPSE BALLS

3 3
/32" /32"
1 1
/8" /8"
5 5
/32" /32"
3 3
/16" /16"
7 7
/32" /32"
1
/4"
5
/16"
3
/8"
1
/2"
Round balls without flats for more critical Round balls with slight flattening at pole ends.
finishing requirements. Produces the best Precise roundness is not required for the
finish. It also creates the best surface. majority of steel media finishing applications.
Thus, two small flat spots at opposite poles
are not objectionable. Pole-flattened balls are
less expensive to manufacture and customers
benefit through lower prices.

Packaged in 50 lb boxes. Additional sizes available upon request.

BALLCONES CONES

Overall Size Size A Size B Overall Size Size A Size B

1 3
/8" .125" .170" /16" .155" .200"
5
/32" .215" .270"
3
/16" .270" .300"
1
/4" .320" .400"
5
/16" .375" .465"
This design combines the burnishing abilities Center flange and tapered crowns provide
of balls and cones into one scientifically contact angles on curved surfaces. Small
proportioned shape. Good burnishing action sizes are ideal for ornamental designs.
with the ability to reach corners and recesses.

Packaged in 50 lb boxes. Additional sizes available upon request.

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Stainless Steel Tumbling Media

DIAGONALS JEWELRY MIX

Overall Size Size A Size B Size C Size and Shape

3
/32" .093" .093" .170" 40% 5/32" Eclipse Balls
1
/8" .125" .125" .225" 40% 1/8" Diagonals
5
/32" .156" .156" .275" 20% 1/16" x 1/2" Pins
3
/16" .187" .187" .325"
1
/4" .250" .250" .445"
5
/16" .312" .312" .545"
Beveled edges of diagonally cut ends provide A balanced blend of three media shapes to
effective finishing action in corners. Cylindrical provide optimal polishing action on flat areas,
body offers wide area contacts. Good recesses, grooves and corners.
burnishing action with the ability to reach
corners and recesses.

Packaged in 50 lb boxes. Additional sizes available upon request.

PINS & TAPERS OVALBALLS

Slim (S) Taper (T) Overall Size Size A Size B

3
/64" x 1/2" 3
/32" x 3/8" 1
/8" .245" .125"
1
/16" x 9/32" 1
/8" x 3/8" 5
/32" .320" .156"
1
/16" x 1/2" 1
/8" x 1/2" 3
/16" .380" .187"

Tapering to pointed ends, pins reach into This shape introduces an oscillating motion to
recesses and grooves, deflash through- the finishing mass and provides more surface-to-
holes and clean threaded areas. Strictly for surface contact than balls.
reaching recesses. Must be mixed with
other shapes to produce good results.

Packaged in 50 lb boxes. Additional sizes available upon request.

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 Hardwood Media

Preformed hardwood media shapes, such as peg shaped media, are generally used
in conjunction with abrasive or polishing compounds in dry barrel and vibratory
finishing applications. Hardwood finishing media shapes can be utilized for smoothing
and finishing plastic and for light deburring and finishing of metal. Hardwood media is
Hardwood Media

effective and durable in a variety of mass finishing applications for materials as

diverse as plastics, ceramics, wood, metals and other materials. Hardwood finishing
media is also suitable for dry tumbling, finishing, polishing and deburring.

Pegs

SIZE A SIZE B SIZE C ITEM #

5 5 3
/16" /16" /4" KP-1
1 1 3
/4" /4" /4" KP-2
1 1 3
/8" /8" /8" KP-3
1 1 1
/4" /4" /2" KP-4
1 1 5
/5" /5" /8" KP-5
1 1 5
/6" /6" /8" KP-6
1 1 1
/8" /8" /2" KP-7
1 1 1
/8" /8" /2" KP-8
1 1 5
/8" /8" /8" KP-9
1 1 3
/10" /10" /8" KP-10
1 1 1
/11" /11" /2" KP-11
1 1 5
/11" /11" /8" KP-12
1 1 3
/11" /11" /4" KP-13
1 1 3
/12" /12" /4" KP-15
1 1 7
/16" /16" /16" KP-16*
1 1
/4" /4" 1" KP-17*
1 1 3
/5" /5" /8" KP-18*
1 1 1
/8" /8" 1 /8" KP-19*
Packaged in 50 lb quantities.
*500lb minimum for KP-16, KP-17, KP-18 and KP-19.

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Cubes
Hardwood Media

SIZE A SIZE B SIZE C ITEM #

1 1 1
/6" /6" /6" KC-1
1 1 1
/4" /4" /4" KC-2
1 1 1
/2" /2" /2" KC-3
Packaged in 50 lb quantities.

Diamonds

SIZE A SIZE B SIZE C ITEM #

7 5 1
/8" /16" /4" KD-1
1 7 5
1 /8" /16" /16" KD-2
1 1 7
1 /2" /2" /16" KD-3

Packaged in 50 lb quantities.

Wedges

SIZE A SIZE B SIZE C ITEM #

1 1
/5" /5" 1" KW-1
1 1 7
/6" /6" /8" KW-2
Packaged in 50 lb quantities.

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 Aluminum Oxide

As an angular, durable blasting abrasive,

STANDARD MESH SIZES*
aluminum oxide (or aluminium oxide) can be
recycled many times. It is the most widely
12
Abrasive Blasting Media

used abrasive grain in sand blast finishing and

surface preparation because of its cost,
longevity and hardness. Harder than other 16
commonly used blasting materials, aluminum
oxide grit powder penetrates and cuts even 20
the hardest metals and sintered carbide.
24
Approximately 50% lighter than metallic
media, aluminum oxide abrasive grain has 30
twice as many particles per pound. The fast-
cutting action minimizes damage to thin 36
materials by eliminating surface stresses
caused by heavier, slower cutting media. 46

Aluminum oxide grit powder has a wide variety 54

of applications, from cleaning engine heads,
valves, pistons and turbine blades in the 60
aircraft industry to lettering in monument and
marker inscriptions. It is also commonly used 80
for matte finishing, as well as cleaning and
preparing parts for metalizing, plating and 100
welding. Aluminum oxide abrasive grain is the
best choice for an abrasive sand blasting and 120
polishing grain as well as preparing a surface
for painting. 150

As a premier aluminum oxide abrasive grain 180

supplier, Kramer Industries recommends using
virgin, brown aluminum oxide for optimal 220
performance versus reprocessed or
remanufactured product. Virgin, brown 240
aluminum oxide contains less than 1.5% free
silica and is therefore safer to use than sand. 280
The grit size is consistent and cuts much
faster than sand, leaving a smoother surface. 320
Generally, the larger the grit size, the faster
aluminum oxide will cut. 400

*The smaller the mesh number, the coarser the grit.

Packaged in 50 lb, 25 lb, 10 lb and 5 lb packages or 400 lb drums.

Can’t decide which machine to use for the job?

Let us help. Read our section on Where Do I Start?
Barrel or Vibratory Finishing: Choosing the Right System for the Job
on page 117, and then refer to our Barrel Finishing Guide on page 120.

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 White Aluminum Oxide

White aluminum oxide grit is a 99.5% ultra pure grade of blasting media. White
aluminum oxide is increasingly being used in critical, high-performance
microdermabrasion equipment. The purity of this media along with the variety of grit
Abrasive Blasting Media

sizes available make it ideal for both traditional microdermabrasion processes as well
as high-quality exfoliating creams.

White aluminum oxide is an extremely sharp, long-lasting blasting abrasive that can
be recycled many times after the initial media blasting. It is the most widely used
abrasive in blast finishing and surface preparation because of its cost, longevity and
hardness. Harder than other commonly used blasting materials, white aluminum
oxide grains penetrate and cut even the hardest metals and sintered carbide.

Approximately 50% lighter than metallic media,

white aluminum oxide has twice as many
particles per pound. The fast-cutting action STANDARD MESH SIZES*
minimizes damage to thin materials by
eliminating surface stresses caused by heavier,
16
slower-cutting media blasting grits.
24
White aluminum oxide blasting media has a
wide variety of applications, including
30
cleaning engine heads, valves, pistons and
turbine blades in the aircraft and automotive
36
industries. White aluminum oxide is also an
excellent choice for preparing a hard surface
46
for painting.
60
White aluminum oxide contains less than
0.2% free silica and is therefore safer to use
80
than sand. The grit size is consistent and
cuts much faster than other sand blasting
100
media, leaving a smoother surface.
120

150

180

220

240

280

320

*The smaller the mesh number, the coarser the grit.

Packaged in 50 lb, 25 lb, 10 lb and 5 lb packages or 400 lb drums.

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 Corn Cob Grit

Corn cob blasting grit is a safe blasting media for delicate parts in addition to use as
the preferred blasting grit for log homes and other wood surfaces. Corn cob grit
abrasive will remove surface contamination, debris and coatings with little to no
impact on the substrate.
Abrasive Blasting Media

Corn cob is a biodegradable, organic blasting media that is obtained from the hard
woody ring of the cob. It is resistant to break down and can be re-used multiple times
in the blasting process. Corn cob is available in a variety of grit sizes and presents no
health or environmental hazards. Virtually dust-free blasting with no sparking leaves
a clean and dry surface.

Proper selection of grit size is important in blasting operations to balance

aggressiveness with desired results.

DESCRIPTION MESH

Extra Fine 40/60

Fine 20/40

Medium 14/20

Coarse 10/14

Extra Coarse 5/8

Packaged in 50 lb, 20 lb, 10 lb and 4 lb packages.

Did you know?

Log home blasting with corn cob grit is the best
technique to maintain and preserve the interior
and exterior wood of your log home. By cob
blasting (cleaning) the surface of the logs with
our PPB-6R Heavy-Duty Portable Pressure
Blasting System (page 55), you will not only
remove dirt and debris, you will restore the
original appearance to your log home. Read more
about log home blasting on page 156.

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 Crushed Glass Grit

Crushed Glass Grit is manufactured from 100% post-consumer, recycled bottle glass.
This glass grit delivers superior performance relative to mineral/slag abrasives.
Crushed glass grit contains no free silica, is non-toxic and inert and contains no
heavy metals typically found in coal and copper slags.
Abrasive Blasting Media

Blasting with Crushed Glass Grit

The angular particles in crushed glass grit allow for aggressive surface profiling and
removal of coatings such as epoxy, paint, alkyds, vinyl, polyurea, coal tar and
elastomers. Glass grit is lighter weight than many slags, allowing for increased
consumption efficiency and production time – up to 30-50% less glass grit used.
Crushed glass grit delivers very low particle embedment, which produces a whiter,
cleaner finish. Similar to many slags, crushed glass grit has a hardness of 5.0 – 6.0
on the Moh’s Hardness Scale.

Crushed Glass Grit and the Environment

Since crushed glass grit is manufactured from recycled bottle glass, it contains no
free silica which is commonly found in blasting sand. The use of post-consumer glass
directly benefits the environment by diverting waste from landfills. Crushed glass grit
is free of heavy metals such as arsenic, lead, asbestos, beryllium, titanium, etc., all
typically found in coal and mineral slags.

SIZE MESH

Coarse Grit 10-40

Medium Grit 40-70

Fine Grit 70-100

Packaged in 50 lb, 25 lb, 10 lb and 5 lb packages.

Crushed Glass has been added to the Qualified Products List by the US Navy.
Crushed Glass is qualified under MIL-A-22262-B, Amendment-2 - Abrasive Blasting
Media Ship Hull, Blast Cleaning. Based on toxicological safety evaluations by the
Naval Environmental Health Center (NEHC), Crushed Glass Grit could be safely
used for its intended purpose. The addition of Crushed Glass to QPL includes Coarse
(10-40 mesh) and Medium (40-70 mesh).

So many choices.
Which media best suits your job?
To find out, check out our Blasting Media Selection Guide on page 135.

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 Glass Beads

Glass beads are manufactured from lead-free, soda lime-type glass, containing no
Abrasive Blasting Media

free silica that is made into preformed ball shapes. Glass beads produce a much
smoother and brighter finish than angular abrasives. Glass beads can be recycled
approximately 30 times. Chemically inert and environmentally friendly, glass beads
are an acceptable method of metal cleaning or surface finishing when properly
controlled.

Glass Bead Blasting

Glass bead blasting produces a clean, bright, satin finish, without dimensional
change of the parts. Available in a wide range of sizes, glass beads are primarily
used in blasting cabinets for honing, polishing, peening, blending, finishing,
removing light burrs and cleaning most light foreign matter. For delicate thin-walled
parts and thin welds, peening with glass bead abrasive material provides the right
balance of stress relief without over-stressing and causing damage. Consider the
size of perforations or holes through which the glass beads must pass when screen
separating parts from media after use.

SIZE DESCRIPTION MESH

#3 Extra Course 20/30

#4 #4 Grade 30/40

#6 Coarse Beads 50/70

#8 Medium 70/100

#10 Medium-Fine 100/170

#13 Fine Beads 170/325

Packaged in 50 lb, 25 lb, 10 lb and 5 lb packages.

We can do it!
We specialize in customizing systems, products and procedures.
There are many options and custom systems available. If you
don't see something in our catalog, please contact us.

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 Pumice

Pumice is a natural mineral - volcanic ash formed by the solidification of lava that
is permeated with gas bubbles. Pumice powder is used chiefly as an abrasive
and is among the softest of all media. Use pumice powder for less aggressive
Abrasive Blasting Media

operations where the protection of the surface is of supreme importance. Pumice

is the best media choice for tumbling plastics.

FFF, 01/2 and 3 grades are most popular and are standard stock items.

Typical Screen Analyses of Grades

Percentages on each Mesh
note T = Trace (less than 0.5 grams)
US STANDARD MESH
GRADES
1 1
SIZE # OPENING MICRONS FFFF FFF FF 0 0 /2 /2 3 4

10 0.0787” 2000
14 0.0555” 1400 1-40
20 0.0331” 850 25-55
30 0.0234” 600 T-5 5-30
40 0.0165” 425 20-60 5-30
50 0.0117” 300 T-10 40-60 1-20
60 0.0098” 250 1-10 10-30 T-5
80 0.0070” 180 T-5 T-10 30-60 1-10
100 0.0059” 150 T-5 1-10 20-35 T-5
120 0.0049” 125 1-10 1-15 10-25
140 0.0041” 106 1-15 10-30 1-10
170 0.0035” 90 T-10 1-15 10-30
200 0.0029” 75 T T-2 5-10 1-15 10-35
325 0.0017” 45 10-20 10-25 10-25 10-25 20-40
Pan 80-90 75-90 70-80 40-70 1-10 T-10 T-5 T-10
Totals 100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100%

Oil Absorption Actual 45 45 45 45 45 45 45 N/A

(ASTM D281) Saturation 45 45 45 45 45 75 105 N/A
3
Apparent Bulk Density lbs/ft
poured loose and leveled per 48 47 45 44 37 34 29 28
ASTM C29 as dry powder

Actual Oil Absorption is the number of pounds of oil per 100 pounds of pumice to
completely coat the particle surface.
Saturation Oil Absorption is the number of pounds of oil per 100 pounds of pumice to
completely fill the voids between particles.

Packaged in 50 lb, 25 lb, 10 lb and 5 lb packages.

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 Silicon Carbide

Silicon carbide is the hardest blasting media STANDARD MESH SIZES*

available. High-quality silicon carbide media
is manufactured to a blocky grain shape that 16
Abrasive Blasting Media

splinters. The resulting silicon carbide

abrasives have sharp edges for blasting. 24
Silicon carbide has a very fast cutting speed
and can be recycled and reused many more 30
times than sand. The hardness of silicon
carbide allows for much shorter blast times 36
relative to softer blast media.
46
Silicon carbide grit is the ideal media for use
on glass and stone in both suction or siphon 60
and direct pressure blast systems. The
ability to be recycled multiple times results in 80
a cost-effective silicon carbide grit blast
media with optimal etching results. 100

Since silicon carbide grit is harder than 120

aluminum oxide, it can be used efficiently for
glass engraving and stone etching. Silicon 150
carbide grit blast media has no free silica,
does not generate static electricity and is 180
manufactured to contain minimal magnetic
content. 220

240

280

320

*The smaller the mesh number, the coarser the grit.

Packaged in 50 lb, 25 lb, 10 lb and 5 lb packages or 330 lb drums.

Discuss your finishing topics with others!

Visit the Kramer Industries’ Shop Talk forum at
[Link] to discuss finishing techniques,
ask questions, offer advice and meet others in your industry.

At [Link], you’ll find our most up-to-

date company information, get the scoop on new products and
specials, and technical materials that can be applied to a wide
variety of industries.

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 Steel Grit
Steel grit blasting is ideal for aggressive cleaning applications. Steel grit will quickly
strip many types of surface contaminants from steel and other foundry metals. Steel
grit is softer than aluminum oxide and does not fracture as easily, making it ideal for
aircraft and aero-space applications. The angular nature of steel grit produces an
etched surface on metal for superior adhesion of paint, epoxy, enamel, rubber and
Abrasive Blasting Media

other coatings.
Different chemistries will lead to different operating results, depending on the size
and hardness of the grit. Steel grit that is formulated as a softer (40-50 HRC) metal
will round off rapidly, making it ideal for quick stripping of oxides and cleaning of
molds. Harder steel grit (55-65 HRC) will maintain the angular nature of the grit to
provide continuous cutting action.
GRIT SIZE APPROXIMATE SIZE FINISH PRODUCED

G-120 0.005” Light etch

G-80 0.007”
G-50 0.011” Medium etch
G-40 0.017”
G-25 0.023” Sharp etch
G-18 0.039”
G-16 0.046” Deep etch rough
G-14 0.055”
G-12 0.066” Very rough

SIZE All material is screened to meet or exceed SAE and SFS specifications.

Carbon: > 0.80% (depends on hardness)

CHEMISTRY Sulfur: < 0.05%
Phosphorous: < 0.05%
MINIMUM
DENSITY 7.3 g/cc (445 lbs/ft3)

BULK
DENSITY 230-260 lbs/ft3

(based on chemistry)
KGS: 40-50 HRC
HARDNESS KGM: 50-55 HRC
KGL: 55-60 HRC
KGH: 60+ HRC

The most popular hardness is KGM. If a hardness other than KGM is required, please
specify this when the order is placed.
Scrap surcharge variance in effect at time of shipment. Please call for current surcharge.
Re-manufactured steel grit is available at a reduced cost.

Packaged in 50 lb bags (2000 lb minimum) or 55 gallon drums.

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 Steel Shot
Steel shot blasting is the most widely used process for cleaning, stripping and
improving a metal surface. The grade or size of steel shot will determine the ultimate
finish achieved on the surface of the metal. The round ball shape of the steel shot
produces a clean, smooth and polished surface through a peening action created by
the acceleration of the shot. In a peening application, steel shot is also used to impart
compressive strength to torque or load bearing metal parts such as crankshafts,
Abrasive Blasting Media

engine turbine blades and heavy-duty springs.

Smaller steel shot will result in a smoother and more polished surface. Larger shot
will clean more aggressively but produce a rougher surface. Both air powered and
wheel blast systems can be used to accelerate the steel shot onto the surface of the
part. Due to the hardness and density of steel shot, it can be recycled as much as
3000 times before replacement. Since steel shot does not use an abrasive process a
minimal amount of dust is created in the blasting process.
APPROXIMATE
GRIT SIZE FINISH APPLICATIONS
SIZE
S-70 0.007" Fine, smooth Blasting of relatively small ferrous and
shot finish. non-ferrous castings. Removal of light
S-110 0.011" Excellent scale from foreign and heat treated
coverage. parts. Blasting of machined parts.
S-170 0.017" Removal of mill scale, rust and other
deposits.
S-230 0.023" Medium, light Blasting of grey iron, malleable iron,
shot finish. Good light steel castings, medium forgings,
S-280 0.028" coverage. heat-treated parts and heavy mill scale
- rust and other deposits.
S-330 0.033"
S-390 0.039" Average to heavy Blasting of steel, heavy malleable iron
shot finish. and grey iron castings. Removal of
S-460 0.046" Average scale from large billets, slabs - rust and
coverage. other deposits.
S-550 0.055"
Rough coverage. Heavy steel castings. Removal of
Adequate for tough, heavy scale.
S-660 0.066"
most
applications.

All material is screened to meet or exceed SAE and SFS

SIZE
specifications.
Carbon: 0.80 - 1.20%
CHEMISTRY Sulfur: < 0.05%
Phosphorous: < 0.05%
MINIMUM DENSITY 7.0 g/cc (430 lbs/ft3)
BULK DENSITY 230-260 lbs/ft3
HARDNESS 40 - 51 HRC

Scrap surcharge variance in effect at time of shipment. Please call for current surcharge.

Re-manufactured steel shot available at reduced cost.

Packaged in 50 lb bags (2000 lb minimum) or 55 gallon drums.

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 Walnut Shell Grit
Walnut shell grit is the hard fibrous product made from ground or crushed walnut
shells. When used as a blasting media, walnut shell grit is extremely durable, angular
and multi-faceted, yet is considered a 'soft abrasive'. Walnut shell blasting grit is an
excellent replacement for sand (free silica) to avoid inhalation health concerns.
Abrasive Blasting Media

Cleaning by walnut shell blasting is particularly effective where the surface of the
substrate under its coat of paint, dirt, grease, scale, carbon, etc. should remain
unchanged or otherwise unimpaired. Walnut shell grit can be used as a soft
aggregate in removing foreign matter or coatings from surfaces without etching,
scratching or marring cleaned areas.

When used with the right walnut shell

blasting equipment, common blast DESCRIPTION MESH
cleaning applications include stripping
auto and truck panels, cleaning -325
delicate molds, jewelry polishing,
armatures and electric motors prior to -200
rewinding, deflashing plastics and
watch polishing. When used as a blast Flour Grades -100
cleaning media, walnut shell grit
removes paint, flash, burrs and other 60/100
flaws in plastic and rubber molding,
aluminum and zinc die-casting and 40/100
electronics industries. Walnut shell
can replace sand in paint removal, Extra Fine 40/60
graffiti removal and general cleaning
in restoration of buildings, bridges and Fine 20/40
outdoor statuaries. Walnut shell is also
used to clean aircraft engines and Medium 12/20
steam turbines.
Coarse 8/12

Extra Coarse 4/6

Packaged in 50 lb, 25 lb, 10 lb and 5 lb packages.

Did you know?

In addition to being used in abrasive blasting operations, walnut
shell girt can also be used in tumbling systems for cleaning and
polishing. Crushed walnut shells can be used in a variety of other
applications as well, such as to prevent lost circulation in oil well
drilling and as a non-skid enhancer in abrasive paints around
swimming pools, walkways, dock boards and paddleball courts.

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 Plastic Abrasives

Plastic abrasives deliver a high stripping rate and consistent performance, ideal for
paint stripping, mold cleaning, deflashing and deburring.
Abrasive Blasting Media

Sandblasting, using compressed air, is traditionally used to prepare surfaces for

coatings. The sharp particles of aluminum oxide or other media abrade the surface.
Incidental corrosion, rust, and old coatings are removed in the process, leaving a
good surface for paint adhesion.

However, substrates other than steel can often not tolerate this aggressive surface
preparation and, as a consequence, wet chemical strippers are employed to remove
coatings. Aluminum, brass and plastic composites, including fiberglass, are often
treated in this way.

Using plastic abrasives has been proven to significantly reduce the generation of
hazardous waste that using wet chemical strippers can cause. In addition, the use of
plastic abrasives has proven to be faster, less damaging to the substrate and much
less expensive than wet chemicals. Since the plastic abrasive is harder than the
coatings to be removed, yet softer than the substrate, coatings can actually be
stripped three or four times without damage to the surface.

Plastic abrasives are sensitive to substrates, including aluminum and other delicate
metals, composites and plastics, yet tough enough to take care of the most
demanding decoating and surface finishing needs efficiently.

Consider the size of perforations or holes through which the plastic abrasives must
pass when screen separating parts from media after use.

Recyclable. Call for details.

Applications include:

• Rubber molds • Semiconductors

• Urethane bumpers • Soft metals such as aluminum
and magnesium
• Aircraft engine components
• Carbon graphite composites
• Auto/bus/truck bodies
• Axial lead diodes/capacitors/clear
• Helicopters
optical sensors
• Tanks
• Computer housing panels
• Wheels
• Copper armature wires
• Surface sealants
• Metal die-castings
• Airframes
• Steel
• Aircraft components
• Gears
• Fiberglass components
• Tire Molds
• Printed circuit boards
• Actuator assemblies
• and more!

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Acrylic
Acrylic media is the longest lasting media
on the market. It is very gentle on the
Abrasive Blasting Media

substrate and engineered for stripping the

most sensitive surfaces while providing an MESH DESCRIPTION
effective stripping rate. Acrylic media
offers an excellent range of stripping 8-12 mesh / 1.70-2.36 mm
capabilities and is termed a multipurpose
media by its users. Standard mesh sizes 10-20 mesh / 0.85-2.00 mm
16-20, 20-30 and 30-40. Packaged in 50 12-16 mesh / 1.20-1.70 mm
lb boxes or bags or 250 lb drums.
16-20 mesh / 0.85-1.20 mm
20-30 mesh / 0.56-0.85 mm
30-40 mesh / 0.42-0.56 mm
Melamine
40-60 mesh / 0.25-0.42 mm
Melamine is engineered for stripping the 60-80 mesh / 0.16-0.25 mm
most difficult surfaces while providing an
effective stripping rate. Melamine is the
most aggressive plastic abrasive, offering
Note: Consider the size of perforations
an excellent range of stripping capabilities.
or holes through which the grit must
Melamine can be used as a replacement
pass when screen separating parts
for glass beads and other harsh
from media after use.
abrasives. Standard mesh sizes 8-12, 12-
16, 16-20, 20-30, 30-40 and 60-80. Sizes
12-20, 20-40 and 40-60 can be specially
ordered. Packaged in 50 lb boxes or bags
or 250 lb drums.

Urea
Urea is a plastic grain stripping abrasive used in sandblasting operations. It is the most
widely used plastic media. Urea is environmentally friendly and recyclable - an
alternative to chemical stripping. Urea is formulated to meet an increased level of
stripping performance where stripping speed outweighs other considerations. Urea is
able to strip tough coatings with an impressive strip rate. Urea is typically used for less
sensitive applications. Standard mesh sizes 8-12, 10-20, 12-16, 16-20, 20-30, 30-40
and 40-60. Sizes 12-20, 20-40 and 60-80 can be specially ordered. Packaged in 50 lb
boxes or bags or 250 lb drums.

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Many parts need deburring or surface The parts in a vibratory finishing system
are actually moving only about 1/16" in
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finishing work. In order to keep costs

down, manufacturers look to mass relation to each other. The parts in a
finishing. The tumbling barrel and the barrel finishing system move across the
vibratory tumbler are as versatile as a entire diameter of the barrel. These
Boy Scout knife, but to use them movements cause large radii to form in
properly one must understand how they a barrel tumbler, but relatively small
work. radii to form in a vibratory tumbler. The
tumbling barrel can form a one-eighth
The Barrel Tumbler radius on a part, while removing very
little material from the flat sections. The
Barrel tumblers have an action similar to vibratory tumbler must be set for violent
that of a rock tumbling and skidding action with large blocky media to
down the slope of a hill. The barrel produce a sizable radius, but due to its
tumbler's corners lift the load as the scrubbing action, it will remove an
barrel rotates until it reaches a point appreciable amount of material from the
where it slides down the side of the flats.
barrel. The parts are abraded as they
bump and scrape against the media and Generally speaking, vibratory finishing
the other parts. systems tend to produce a very smooth
flat finish because it really laps the
The Vibratory Tumbler parts. The vibratory tumbler will also cut
Vibratory tumblers have an action that is inside a tube or cup shaped piece or
similar to filing. The cutting media any spot the stone can reach. Since the
surrounds the parts. The eccentric, load is moving as a unit, very fragile
rotating weight shakes the tub in a parts are quite safe in a vibrator. There
circular path during which the entire is no tearing action or unequal forces
load is lifted up at an angle and then that tend to bend and distort parts. The
dropped. As the load is falling (but not larger the parts or media are, the faster
actually airborne) the tub returns to an the cutting action. However, the weight
upward position, applying an upward of either does not seem to have as
and angular force that causes a much effect as size, since plastic media,
shearing action where the parts and 50% lighter than ceramic media, can
media rub against each other. provide a good cut.

Cutting Action Barrel finishing systems produce a more

uneven surface and generally round off
While the barrel tumbler is grinding at corners before removing much material
an applied force, the vibratory tumbler is from surfaces. There are times when
moving faster than a free fall. The barrel this is desirable. For brute stock
tumbler's applied force is normally 5 to removal, the barrel tumbler excels.
10 times the vibratory tumbler's free fall Foundry castings and parts with heavy
force. In the barrel tumbler, the entire radii are usually run in a barrel tumbler.
cutting action is restricted to the slide The barrel tumbler's peening action can
area or 20 to 30% of the total load. In be used to work tougher parts and
the vibratory tumbler, the entire load is stress relief machined parts. Hardened
being cut with each pulse, about 1800 and polished steel shot is used
times a minute, explaining why the extensively in a barrel tumbler for
vibratory tumbler has such short cycle producing a quick luster on parts. While
times compared to the barrel tumbler. this media may be used in a vibratory

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Finishing? Barrel or Vibratory Finishing:
Choosing the Right System for the Job, continued

machine, the barrel tumbler yields a It is a good practice to run the media
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denser surface and more luster. with an abrasive grain occasionally to

roughen the surface and clean the
Speed and Amplitude pores.
The speed and amplitude of vibration is Plastic tumbling media is self-cleaning
variable on most machines. High due to its relatively soft bond. Since
speeds (1800 cycles per minute) and adding an abrasive to plastic media
small amplitudes are used for fine materially reduces its life, this media
finishes or delicate parts. Large should only be used for mild cutting jobs
amplitudes are used for heavier cutting, that do not require adding an abrasive
varying the speed according to the finish to the run. Plastic tumbling media
requirement. High speeds with large produces large amounts of foam and
amplitudes can roll burrs in and even residue, making it unsuitable for use in
peen metal into holes and mushroom an enclosed tumbling barrel. Plastic
edges. The circulation of parts is best at tumbling media is mainly used for fragile
higher speeds; therefore, heavy pieces parts or soft metals. Since this media is
are run best at higher speeds with less than half the weight of stone or
moderate amplitudes of 1/8" to 3/32". ceramic tumbling media, it is safer to
use in such cases.
Cost
Water
Cost is one factor that may decide the
choice in some cases. Vibratory In both systems, water is added to the
systems, due to their massive load to absorb soils and lubricate the
construction, are much more expensive media. To help the water keep the parts
pieces of equipment. Barrel tumbling clean, chemical compounds are added.
systems wear out tumbling media at half An abrasive is sometimes added to
the pace of vibratory systems, but have enhance the cutting ability of the
to run longer to do the same job. tumbling media. Most people assume it
is the abrasive that does the cutting, but
Media this is not so. The abrasive is used
The tendency is to use ceramic mainly to keep the stone rough enough
preformed media or plastic preformed to do the cutting.
media in a vibratory finishing system. Much of the finesse of using finishing
Ceramic tumbling media is made with equipment effectively can only be
abrasive filler, much as a grinding wheel gained by actually working with the
is made. For plastic tumbling media, equipment. It is important to keep
plastic is mixed with abrasive and cast careful records of each run to learn its
to shape. Ceramic media uses effect and also to allow the results to be
aluminum oxide as filler and plastic duplicated later.
media uses quartz or silica for cleaner
results. Randomly shaped media, either Thus, there is no easy answer to the
man-made or natural, are rarely used question, "Which system is best?" We
for precision work, because they tend to have found through many years of
jam in the holes and do not deburr into experience that to arrive at the proper
corners or recessed areas. When using choice, the particular requirement of the
ceramic media, care should be taken to job must be studied and the
avoid glazing or loading of the surface. characteristics of the performance of
each system must be known.
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MACHINE
ACTION CHARACTERISTIC RESULTS SPECIAL COMMENTS
TYPE
Rotates loads to Large radii. Poor in Requires good
Tumbling
cascade downhill. recesses. Good for large handling equipment.
Equipment
exposed burrs. Long cycles.
Vibrations cause Usually small radius Can process very
a scrubbing (0.010" to 0.020"). Very large parts. Lends
action of media smooth surface. Very itself to feed-
Vibratory
against parts. effective in recessed through automation.
Equipment
areas. Twice the speed Best system for
of a barrel tumbler. delicate and close
tolerance work.
Action same as a Results similar to a barrel Multiple small
barrel tumbler, but tumbler, but very much barrels require a
augmented by faster. High pressure can high degree of
Centrifugal centrifugal force. roll over burrs. handling, but with a
Equipment very fast cutting
cycle. Best used for
small parts and with
small media.
Parts are tumbled Removes light burrs, or Performs best with
slowly to provide texturizes for an parts around two
Tumble random exposure attractive finish. inches or less.
Blasting to a sandblasting Penetrates the smallest Large heavy parts
Equipment gun using crevices and goes can be dented. Low
an abrasive. through holes to get labor factor.
cross drill burrs.

Did you know?

The more symmetrical or uniform the shape of the media, such as
cylinders, balls and cones, the greater the mobility of the media. These
shapes work extremely well on parts with a lot of holes, but do not work
very well inside corners or angles.

Angular shapes, such as triangles, tristars, pyramids, tetrahedrons and

straight wedges, have the ability to penetrate into holes and work
corners and sharp recesses very well and usually work faster on
outside surface areas. The sharper the angle, the deeper the
penetration and the tighter the area or detail it can work.

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Producing good surface finishes using Wet Tumbling

barrel finishing depends on the right Horizontal and oblique barrels are
selection and use of tumblers, commonly used in wet tumbling. The
abrasives, lubricating agents, carrying horizontal barrel is generally octagonal
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agents and polishing agents. or hexagonal in shape. Though the

oblique barrel is easier to load and
Barrel finishing, also known as tumbling, unload, the horizontal is preferred
is a surface improving operation in because of its larger capacity and better
which a mixture of parts, media and tumbling action.
compounds are placed in a six- or eight-
sided barrel and rotated at a Barrels are made of steel, often with
predetermined speed for the purpose of linings of wood, rubber, neoprene,
rounding corners, deburring, grinding, urethane, PVC or vinyl. The lining
descaling, deflashing, improving surface cushions the impact of the tumbling
finish, burnishing, polishing and parts against the barrel, thus prolonging
radiusing parts in bulk. It works by the life of the barrel. The most popular
tumbling parts in a rotating barrel, thus barrel dimensions vary in diameter (18"
creating friction by tumbling parts to 36") and in length (18" to 42").
against each other and against other Usually, the diameter is smaller than the
materials, such as media and length. Horizontal barrel speeds vary
compounds. from 20 to 38 RPM, depending on the
barrel size and the items to be tumbled.
Fragile parts, for example, require
Tumbling Highlights slower speeds to prevent possible
damage.
• Parts can be finished less
expensively than by hand. After a barrel is filled up to about half of
• Many parts can be processed at its capacity with parts and media, water
one time. is added to within three to five inches
• Requires very little handling. below the load. This can be varied either
• Parts are tougher and stronger way. The lower the water level, the
after tumbling. faster the cut. The more water used, the
• Tumbling provides a certain finer the finish and the slower the cutting
amount of stress relief. rate. For burnishing, the water should be
• Forgings and castings can be about level with the load.
blended.
• Machine parts and stampings can The compound is put into the barrel last.
be deburred and burnished Depending upon the amount of material
to a high finish. to be removed from the parts, tumbling
• On long runs, the systems can run will take anywhere from 6 to 24 hours.
overnight. Very light plastic parts require adding
• Careful and proper machining of smooth ceramic or hardwood media in a
your parts will save tumbling time. dry process to increase the load weight.

After a run, the parts and the barrel

There are two types of barrel should be rinsed thoroughly with fresh
finishing: wet tumbling and dry tumbling. water. Parts are then removed and dried
Wet tumbling is used almost exclusively by one of several methods, such as
for removal of excess stock. Dry tumbling with corn cob grit, sitting under
tumbling is used for all phases, including heat lamps or spinning dry. Rinsing
polishing. media after it has been used can

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prevent contamination or undesirable surface area to carry the dirty

results if reused later. residue. This avoided having the residue
embedded into the surface of the parts.
Most mass finishing methods employ Thus, if something is provided to carry
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the use of water to lubricate and carry the dirt instead of water, parts can be
away the cutting residue. Without water, run successfully.
the parts would be scratched and black
from embedded abrasives. When The addition of an organic material such
combined with our compounds, the as corn cob grit or walnut shell grit
water not only carries the abrasives and proves more absorbent than sand,
keeps the media clean, but also acts as therefore carrying more dirt and even
a cushion to help protect the parts. oils. Organic materials are also very
good carriers of abrasives.
However, there are times when water
can be a hindrance, such as when Plastics require a soft media, such as
processing thin, flat parts (where the wood pegs, to avoid damage. However,
water surface tension makes the parts a soft media does not cut much. Adding
cling together) or when trying to polish corn cob grit treated with pumice to the
or smooth a plastic part (that can absorb load greatly speeds up cutting. Pumice
the water and become too soft to resist is silica that is a volcanic ash product. It
scratching or deformation). There are is a friable, very sharp, long crystal.
also polishing operations on jewelry that Because it is soft, it will fracture into
are limited to the smoothness of the smaller sharp crystals even under the
shine that is produced when the media light load of wood media. Harder
is too heavy and hard. So, how do we abrasives will not fracture and,
run parts safely without the help of therefore, will stop cutting when they get
water? dull. Hence, pumice is the abrasive of
choice for dry cutting.
Dry Tumbling
For dry tumbling, the horizontal Self-tumbling metal parts with ceramic
octagonal barrel is used almost or plastic media will work very well with
exclusively. This barrel sometimes has a pumice added as an abrasive and with
metal skin, and a hardwood lining which corn cob grit added to absorb the dirt.
can be replaced when necessary. A
barrel that is 30" in diameter by either Extremely high, bright finishes can be
36" or 42" in length is considered achieved by using wood pegs or walnut
standard. For versatility, these barrels shells treated with a wax and an
may be divided into two compartments. abrasive. The abrasive used should be
Dry barrels are often double-decked so one micron or less in size. There are
that one barrel is above the other, ready-made polishing creams for this
although both are set in the same frame. type of work, such as Metaglos and
This saves floor space, especially when Microlyte. Metal parts can be finished in
operating multiple barrels. Barrel speeds a tumbling barrel overnight, or in an
in dry tumbling are generally kept at 28 hour or less in a high-energy machine.
to 32 RPM. Most wire eyeglass frames and quite a
bit of gold jewelry are polished in this
Over the years, several techniques have process.
been developed. In the earliest tumbling
operations, water was not used. Sand Plastic parts, such as buttons and
was used with smooth stones. The sand plastic eyeglass frames, are usually run
not only aided the cutting, but also with wood pegs or sometimes extra
provided an extraordinary amount of large corn cob grit. If given time and

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careful handling, plastic parts can be the finish. The more parts there are in
polished to a finish that approaches the barrel, the more economical.
hand buffing. Since the media is
comparatively light, it takes a 10 to 15 As a general rule, simple shapes, such
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hour run to get results. Since there is no as balls and squares, can be barrel-
burnishing effect, the whole job is done finished with little fear of damage.
by the abrasives. A plastic eyeglass Assuming that two parts are of a similar
frame must go through three to four size, it is possible to process more of a
steps (progressively finer) and it could simple shape than an intricate one. This
take one day for each step. Still, is also true when considering weight,
compared to hand polishing, mass since larger quantities of lighter items as
finishing is a lot more economical. opposed to heavier items can be barrel
finished in one operation.
Although the barrel-finishing cycle
described here will suffice in the majority Barrel Load
of cases, some simple deflashing Barrel load heights (parts and media)
operations, as is often done with plastic should not be less than 45% or more
compression-molded parts, can be than 60% of capacity. Load heights
performed by just tumbling the parts between 40% and 45% produce more
against each other in a screened barrel action but a poorer finish. The optimum
that will permit the scrap to fall out. This load height is 50%, with approximately
type of operation does not usually three parts media to one of parts to
require media. The action of part against keep parts from impinging. On large or
part will remove the flash while the holes fragile parts, the ratio may have to
in the barrel will permit the waste to increase to as much as 6:1. As the load
escape, keeping the parts clean. Vinyl height increases, the action is slowed.
molded parts cannot be deflashed this Raising the load height may be used to
way because the flash will bend rather soften the action; lowering the height
than break. Freezing the vinyl can speeds up cutting but can cause a
overcome this. Tumbling with dry ice in coarser finish. However, it is at times
either liquid or solid form will do the job possible to tumble very large parts if the
in a standard wet barrel. barrel is overloaded to 80% with
additional media and run at a
Parts slower speed.
The number of parts which will fit safely
into a barrel will be determined by the For more information, refer to
barrel size, size of the part, the part's Estimating Machine Capacity on
fragility, shape and weight and the end page 129.
result desired.
Carrying Agents
Parts usually account for 1/3 of the total The purpose of abrasive operations is to
barrel load. The amount of parts that remove tool marks and flash, to smooth
can be put into the barrel in relation to rough surfaces and to form radii. In
the amount of media is a compromise dry tumbling, it is advisable to use
between maximum economy and a carrying agent in addition to
maximum finish. Good surfaces will not abrasive powders.
be obtained if there are too many parts
in the barrel. On the other hand, stock A carrying agent, by acting as a buffer
removal will be slowed down if there are between the parts, will prevent them
too few parts in the barrel. The fewer from damaging each other and produce
parts there are in the barrel, the better smoother surfaces. The carrying agent
will also carry the abrasive into recesses
that would not be reached otherwise.
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Carrying agents include corn cob grit, • Preformed ceramic media is an

walnut shell grit and wood pegs. abrasive media used where
regularity in size and shape are
The majority of abrasive operations are important. It cuts faster than
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carried out with wood pegs, since corn aluminum oxide, but also wears
cob grit and walnut shell grit are too light faster.
to create sufficient friction. All carrying • Steel burnishing balls and shapes
agents should be of a size which makes are used only in burnishing and
part separation easy and which will not brightening. They will not remove
lodge in any holes or crevices. metal, but will dull light burrs. Very
Therefore, carrying agents come in a high finishes can be obtained with
variety of sizes. the addition of a burnishing
compound. Use three to five parts
Media of media to one part of work
Media is any material that is added to pieces by volume for general
the load of parts to act as a cushion, ferrous work (3:1 for steel, 5:1 for
keeping the parts from hitting one magnesium or aluminum). By
another, and to act as a carrier for the increasing the ratio or the media,
compound. Normally media is used in a the finish will be finer. Do not use
ratio of three parts media to one part or mix steel burnishing shot with
parts by volume. Using more media and abrasive media.
fewer parts per load can protect large or
fragile parts. In self-tumbling (tumbling the parts
without media), only deburring or
In barrel finishing, the size and type of burnishing compounds and water are
media depends on the material, size used. If the parts are not too delicate or
and holes in the part. The media should intricate in shape and the burrs are
be small enough to freely pass through fully exposed, self-tumbling is possible.
holes, recesses and prongs, or large It is economical, because more
enough not to lodge. The larger the parts can be loaded in the barrel.
media is, the faster the cut; the smaller An additional benefit is that there is not
the media is, the finer the cut. a separation problem.

• Wood pegs are usually used in Compounds

"dry tumbling", but denser or An abrasive compound is the next
coarser media, such as walnut consideration. This is the additive that
shell or corn cob grit, can be used determines the type of operation that will
for faster cutting action if the finish be performed. If the media is treated
is not important. with a cutting compound, there will be a
• Aluminum oxide is used for grinding action; with a polishing cream,
deburring and honing where a smooth luster will appear. Do not mix
irregular shape and size is not acidic compounds with alkaline
important. Aluminum oxide is compounds, since undesirable pressure
economical and long lasting. may result in the barrel.
• Preformed plastic media is a
lightweight, resilient media, Cutting & Pre-Polishing
excellent for finishing aluminum, (Dry Tumbling)
die-cast and delicate parts. It will Our Dry Abrasive Cream and Dry
give little or no impingement Cutting Cream produce smooth cutting
on parts. without caking on parts or clogging

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recesses. This abrasive compound will scratch the parts. The wood pegs
must be removed from the barrel after must be watched for cream and dirt
each run of 16 to 24 hours because the build-up. When there is an excessive
pumice in the cream breaks down after build-up, the plastic parts scrape the
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approximately 20 hours of running time. cream and dirt from the pegs, creating a
If it is not removed, the broken down powder. This powder then nullifies any
compound will dirty the plastic and lubricating agents and the pegs scratch
barrel and retard the action of any new the plastics parts. Placing too many
compound introduced. Automatic parts in the barrel will also produce this
removal of the compound can be condition as well as cause damage from
achieved by running the barrel with a parts colliding against other parts.
screen door.
Speed
There will be times when a pumice and The RPM of the barrel is very important.
compound mixture should not be used Speeds that are too slow will not create
since it will clog holes or recesses in enough friction between parts. The best
the parts. In such a situation, Shynolyte results can be achieved at 28 to 30
Pre-Polishing Cream can be applied RPM, depending on the work to be done
directly to wood pegs. and the size of the barrel. Greater
speeds will result in a faster action, but
Although the abrasive process creates a poorer finish. Slower speeds will take
a smooth surface, the surface will not longer to do the job, but will be safer for
be smooth enough to take a polish and large or delicate parts. When deburring
further abrasive operations are parts, it is best to start at a low RPM to
necessary. cut the burr instead of rolling it over. The
RPM can be increased when this
Polishing (Dry Tumbling) danger has passed. For burnishing, a
This is the most critical operation in the higher RPM can be used.
finishing of plastic parts. Should the
surface of the plastic parts be too Small barrels require faster speeds to
rough, a satisfactory finish cannot be equal the same amount of surface feet
obtained. per minute as larger barrels. Faster
speeds may be desirable for deburring
As a general rule, a cream is used as parts, but these faster speeds may
the polishing agent and applied directly overcome the force of gravity and
to wood pegs. Finishing creams consist interrupt the constant even slide zone
of waxes and/or abrasives. The within the barrel, causing part
drawback of a cream made with waxes impingement, pitting, or damage to the
is that the wax is removed during parts being processed. Instead of the
handling, thus eliminating the polish. It parts tumbling, they may become
is wise to polish with a combination airborne and get pounded or showered
cream of wax and abrasives such as with heavy particles, causing impact
our Microlyte Polishing Cream or our damage. Where the part surface finish is
Metaglos Polishing Cream for metals. not important and shorter cycle times
Waxes can be mixed with an abrasive, are more desirable, this may be an
serving as a lubricant while receiving acceptable process, but it is not the best
some protection during handling. use of the equipment. Continued use at
a high RPM will shorten the life of the
Plastic parts should be relatively clean media by breaking it up faster or it may
before going into the barrel for affect the inner walls or liner of the work
polishing. Enough cream should be chamber.
placed in the barrel or the wood pegs

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Slide and Slope If the barrel is turning too fast, the

The standard barrel system’s efficiency desired sliding action will be adversely
to deburr or polish depends on the affected. Parts will be carried toward the
ability of the parts and media to slide top of the barrel and dropped. This can
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down a slope created by gravity. If the damage the plastics. The slide of the
slope is broken up by too fast of a workload depends on the diameter of
speed, the parts may become airborne the barrel, the RPM of the barrel, the
causing part damage and/or the barrel height of the load level and the height of
system to become ineffective. Too slow the water level. With a 60% load level
a speed does not hurt the parts, but and a water level one inch below load
makes the cycle time longer. When level, the greatest slide is obtained at
faster speeds are desirable, there about 150 surface feet per minute
should be a greater quantity of water (SFPM). At the beginning of the
and chemical compound in the barrel to tumbling cycle, a low SFPM will avoid
give more cohesion to the mass; this will the rolling over of some burrs. The
also soften or buffer the impact or SFPM can be raised after ten or fifteen
hammering effect of the media on the minutes. A low SFPM will also help
parts. protect delicate parts. Too much SFPM
will cause the load to fly around
in the barrel and create impinging
and pitting.

Did you know?

Stainless steel media (page 100) is used for jewelry
polishing and silverware burnishing.

Instituting mass finishing and jewelry polishing

systems, jewelry manufacturers will save time and
money as compared to the more traditional hand
finishing techniques. Find out how on page 146.

Burnishing silverware is an economical resolution to repairing the

nicks, scratches and scraps received daily in the restaurant business.
Commercial burnishing systems will extend the life of your tableware,
restore the beauty and shine and save you money. Read more on
page 153.

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in a Deburring System
In most cases, modern compounds are Gravity
designed for safe disposal, although a Gravity has an inherent advantage over
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few may require some pH adjustments a filter in that no matter how much
before disposal. The main focus is sludge is produced, the efficiency does
generally on the solids portion of the not dwindle. The basic principle is to
wastewater. The wastewater will contain have a large reservoir of water to give
the residue from the media which is gravity time to pull down the solids so
comprised of the binder, a ceramic or the cleaner water can be tapped off the
plastic, and whatever abrasive it top. The tank will usually contain upright
contains. There will also be fine particles baffles to cause the water to flow up
of the metal being cut. Filtering systems, over the baffle and drop out the heavier
gravity systems and centrifugal particles. It can be as simple as a few
separators are suitable processes for fifty-gallon drums interconnected or a
recirculating systems or flow-through long stainless steel tank with removable
systems. baffles for cleaning. The water must be
either pumped up to a raised tank and
Filtering gravity fed to the deburring machine or
The filters employed must be capable of gravity fed to the tank and returned to
removing particles in the five-micron the deburring machine by a pump.
range as a minimum requirement. The Systems have been set up that can run
least expensive is the bag or sock filter. the same few hundred gallons of water
Bag filters are easy to use, but do not in a closed loop for one month.
have a large surface area, thus will have
to be changed or cleaned more often. Centrifugal Separation
Wound filament filters have tremendous Centrifugal separators spin at high
surface area and therefore a large speeds to accelerate the gravitational
capacity for residue. The filter is put in- effect. Water enters a spinning bowl in
line and requires a pump to force the the center and exits out the top. The
wastewater through it. Careful analysis sludge clings to the outer wall as the
must be made to be aware of the water is forced out from the center
ongoing running costs of these systems, opening. The advantage of this system
especially in processes that involve is that it is very compact and needs very
heavy cutting and produce large little reserve water. Since it works ten
amounts of sludge. times faster than gravity alone, much
less water is required. The centrifuge
can also be used first to remove most of
the sludge, followed by the use of a filter
for further refinement.

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We specialize in customizing systems, products and procedures.
There are many options and custom systems available. If you
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The following guide will help to give basic tumbling media information on ceramic
media, plastic media and hardwood media selection.

All media perform some basic functions:

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• Cushions and supports parts to prevent damage

• Keeps parts separate
• Improves tumbling or vibratory action
• Supplies abrasive
• Performs work such as cleansing, polishing and drying
• Burnishes surfaces
• Deburrs or forms radii
• Works on recesses
• Serves as a carrier for the compound

Which stone size to use is determined by the ability to separate the stone from the
part, holes the stone could jam and the ability of the stone to get at the desired
surface. Large stones give a rapid cut, but coarser surface and more rounding of
edges. Small stones give a slower cut, smaller edge break and a finer surface.

Ceramic Media Selection Guide

Ceramic media is best for heavy cutting and hard metals. Ceramic media will better
support very heavy parts than plastic media. Fine threads or a hanging burr can be
peened over by ceramics, whereas plastics won't peen. When a small media is
required, ceramics offer the best selection.

Plastic Media Selection Guide

Plastic media is used for soft metals (brass and aluminum) or stringy materials to
produce a better surface finish and to avoid rolling the burr over into a hole. Plastic
media will produce a very smooth finish, but very little shine. Plastic media is good to
use when preparing parts for anodizing. Tetrahedrons or cones are good for parts
with holes. Triangles are good for corners and flats. Plastic media gives the best
surface quality. It does not discolor metal and does not peen over burrs. Plastic
media is 30% lighter than ceramic media.

Hardwood Media Selection Guide

When using hardwood media, using larger wood pegs in the cutting step can speed
up the operation. Smaller wood pegs are better for polishing. However, consider
using the same size wood pegs for all of your jobs, since the dirty pegs from polishing
cream barrels can be reused in a cutting step. Dirty wood pegs can be cleaned
during dry cutting operations when run with Shynolyte or by running with mineral
spirits and corn cob grit.

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Consider the following factors when selecting media:

I. What shape and size is required to reach the burr?

A. Use sizes that will not lodge in holes or recesses and shapes that
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have the ability to get at all surfaces.

B. If using small media, does it have to be helped by mixing with a large
media to push it and/or help it cut faster? Media is usually mixed at
two parts small stone to one part large stone.
C. Which media size to use is determined by:
1. The ability to separate the media from the part.
2. Holes the stone could jam.
3. The ability of the stone to get at the desired surface.

II. Which bond?

A. How bad is the burr?
What is the required surface of the finished part?
1. Large media will give a rapid cut, but a coarser surface and
more rounding of edges. Use large media for rapid burr
removal if finish is not important.
2. Small media provide a slower cut, a smaller edge break and
a finer surface. Use small and well-worn media where a high
finish is required.
B. How aggressive does the media need to be?
1. Fine cut vs. coarse cut.
2. Use small media on fragile parts. Large media may bend or
damage fragile parts.
C. Are the parts ferrous or non-ferrous?

III. Can the media chosen be separated out from the part?
If not, go back to step 1.
A. Choose a size that can be screened or separated from the parts.
B. Screen media often to keep sizing uniform.
C. Consider wear of the media when checking for
hole-jamming potential.

Did you know?

Ceramic preformed media is used for ferrous metals. Plastic and
synthetic preformed media are used for non-ferrous metals. Non-metals
can normally use either depending upon the results to be achieved.
Steel or ceramic media is used to achieve a bright shiny burnished
finish on all materials. Dry, treated organic media is used for a smooth,
polished mirror finish on all materials.

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One of the most often asked finishing questions is how to estimate capacity. Given a
specific size tumbling machine or vibratory machine, it is necessary to determine the
number of parts that can be finished at one time. Conversely, if production
requirements are known, barrel tumbler or vibratory tumbler size must be determined.
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In either case, the number of parts that occupy one cubic foot as well as the length of
the finishing cycle must be known. With this information, all capacity problems can be
solved.

A few tests can establish the cycle time; however, it is more difficult to estimate the
volumetric count since a small error in the measured quantity is magnified when it is
multiplied out to actual machine size. With all measurements and calculations
carefully made, it may happen that a machine twice the size of another can handle
more than twice the number of parts. This phenomenon occurs because the larger
barrel (or vibrator) allows more room for the larger parts to rotate past one another.
The result is a change in the effective media to parts ratio.

A large part in a small barrel may require a 5:1 media to parts ratio. Put the same
part in a larger machine and this ratio may drop to 4:1 or even 3:1. In such a case,
the actual ratio would be higher than necessary. This can be used as an advantage.
We recommend a minimum ratio of 3:1 for most parts.

Total barrel volume is generally used to determine the load for a tumbling barrel. Half
the total volume is considered to be the useable volume, since barrels are usually run
50% full. Ideally, three times more media (if media is used) than parts should be
present in the barrel. This provides a proper cushion to protect the parts. Using these
proportions, the rule of thumb is that the parts should comprise 1/8 of the total barrel
volume. However, the media to parts ratio can be smaller when using barrels of 15
cubic feet and larger. A typical ratio for large barrels is 21/2:1.

Vibratory machines are usually run 90 to 95% full

with a media to parts ratio of 3:1. Here again, the
larger machines allow closer ratios. A rule of
thumb for vibratory finishing equipment capacity is
to divide the total volume by four to obtain the
volume of parts that can be processed. Use water
sparingly since too much water will stop the action
in the machine.

When trying to select a machine to fit a production

requirement, first establish the daily requirement
of finished parts in cubic feet. Determine the cycle
time and then add 15 minutes for handling. Divide
this time into an eight-hour shift (taking into TTM
account coffee and lunch breaks) to obtain the Barrel Finishing
number of runs possible per day. Divide the daily Tilting Tumbling Machine
requirement by the number of runs possible to page 8
determine the volume of the parts to be processed
in each machine. Multiply the volume of parts to
be processed by each machine by eight for a
barrel tumbler or by four for a vibratory tumbler to
determine the machine size needed.

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 Vibratory Finishing Guide

Although vibratory finishing techniques Water

are similar to barrel finishing and usually Use the minimum amount of water
involves the same components (water, possible to achieve the best cutting
compound and media), the equipment is action. As the water flow increases, the
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different. The vibratory finishing process cutting action is nil. At this point, the
creates smoother surfaces and can media will burnish (shine) the parts.
abrade inside deep cavities or tubular
parts. A vibratory finishing process can If two different types of metals are being
finish a variety of parts (e.g. fragile or processed in the same tub, a heavy flow
extra large) which the barrel tumbler is of water will prevent contamination.
incapable of finishing. Vibratory Small media generally will hold large
tumblers are safer for delicate parts or amounts of water after it has been
large parts that could be damaged in a running for some time, reducing
barrel tumbler, since the part only circulation. (When this occurs, turn off
moves a fraction of an inch per stroke, the machine and the pump for a few
as opposed to sliding the full diameter of minutes to permit excess water to drain
a barrel tumbler. Vibratory machines are off. Restart without the pump.) Abrasive
easier to load and unload, will abrade or action increases as water use
polish in less time, keep parts cleaner decreases. However, surface finishes
and maintain a better color. They are become worse. Large amounts of water
also more easily automated or semi- are generally necessary for polishing.
automated, can process more parts than Frequency and Amplitude
a barrel tumbler of the same size, can Bulky or fragile parts should run at fast
recirculate water and compound, cause speeds, but low amplitudes. This is also
less media wear in proportion to the true if a low part to media ratio is
amount of work performed and permit employed. Fast speeds and small
faster inspection of parts. Listed below amplitudes produce the best surface
are a variety of factors that make for a finishes and should be used for
successful vibratory finishing process. polishing operations or internal
Media deburring. Increasing the amplitude of
Use the largest possible media for fast the vibrator improves circulation of the
abrasive action and best circulation of parts and creates a more abrasive
parts. Of course, the problems of action to speed the cutting rate.
lodging, separation and damaging parts Vibratory Load
must be included in media selection. Vibrators work best when they are 75-
Small stones (3/8" or less) should not be 90% full. A volume ratio of three parts
run at speeds lower than 1600 RPM. media to one part metal will prevent
Lower speeds will separate parts from injury to critical parts. A "rough" job can
media. Plastic media abrades faster be run on parts without using media.
when a minimum amount of water is Thin flat pieces can tend to stick
employed and produces a better finish together. Adding very small media will
as the quantity of water is increased. help keep them separated.
Compound For more information, refer to Estimating
Plastic media usually requires only a Machine Capacity on page 129.
cleaning compound. Ceramic media
requires occasional runs with abrasive Speed
compound to remove glaze. When using Very few vibrators have a variable
a heavy abrasive compound, do not speed control. The usual frequency is
recirculate water. 1700 vibrations per second. Once the
speed drops much below this, the parts
can sink to the bottom.

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There are two basic types of small Small machines will work better if the
vibratory finishers, the tub finisher, load is at least 3/4 full. Not enough of a
which is a rectangular tank with a load causes poor circulation of the parts
rounded bottom, and the bowl finisher, as well as ‘ding’ marks.
which is shaped like a doughnut. The
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tub finishers are more aggressive than If small media must be used for a job, it
the bowl finishers, but the tubs are should be mixed with a large media to
usually more expensive to build and are push it around. Small media by itself
not as popular due to high prices. tends to cling together due to the
surface tension of the water. By adding
There are two drive designs available in some large media to the load, the small
the bowl machines. The most common media will circulate much better. The
design has a single weight mounted on best ratio is one part large media to 2-3
a motor that is fastened under the bowl. parts small media.
As the weight spins, it causes the bowl
to wobble at a high speed. The other The cutting action in a small machine
drive available has a two-weight system can also be aided by using a mildly
where the second weight is on the top of acidic compound when possible. The
the motor in the cone center hub. The acidic compound lowers the surface
single-weight system produces a nice tension of the solution and reduces the
rolling action from the outer edge to the lubricating properties of the water.
center, but very little spiral action. The
two-weight finishing equipment system, With small vibrators, careful measuring
which is usually more expensive, can produce a big difference in the
produces both the rolling action and the results.
spiral movement around the bowl, which
is the same action achieved in the large Note: All rules and advice here are
machines. The spiral action keeps the aimed at vibratory finishing systems that
parts spread out around the bowl. have over one cubic foot capacity and
are driven by at least a 1/2 HP motor.
Since things are scaled down, water When working with less powerful
flow must be carefully regulated, as too motors, generally less than 1/4 HP or one
much water can bring the cutting action cubic foot, the system is less forgiving of
to a halt. Machines with a drain in the mistakes. Since there is less power per
bowl will allow a constant flow of cubic foot in these small systems, an
solution to flush the parts clean. Use the error in the setup could cause extremely
least amount of water that will still keep long cycles or ‘ding’ marks on the parts.
the parts clean. Bowls that do not have
a drain will require a compromise
between cutting time and clean parts. If
you can, add a drain to the bowl.

Always be very careful when measuring

compounds for use in small vibrators. A
few extra drops of cleaner could cause
excessive sudsing, which will slow down
the action. Follow the compound
manufacturer’s recommendation for
usage.
E50 MB Series
page 18

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 Tumble Blasting Guide

Tumble blasting removes hard-to-get-at flash and

burrs. Finishing small parts with recesses or blind- or
cross-holes can pose problems. Tumble blasting can
do the job consistently and economically.
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How can you remove flash and burrs located in part

areas that are inaccessible to tumbling and vibratory
media? Many jobs can be deflashed and deburred
by sandblasting. Small particle size can penetrate
restricted areas, but doing this in large volume has
often been a problem in the past. Systems with
conveyors are expensive to build and require many
blast guns, consuming large volumes of compressed
air. "Wheel machines", which sling the grit at parts,
are even more expensive to purchase and operate. TB2 page 65

Kramer Industries has devised a tumble-blasting machine that can

finish large volumes of small parts consistently and economically.

• Random tumbling action provided by a slowly rotating screen

basket presents all reachable part areas to a steady stream
of media blasted by compressed air from a single gun.
• The basket rotates at only 2 RPM to avoid damaging
delicate parts. Even die-cast parts with external threads can
be finished without peening the threads.
• Variable blast pressure, blast media and cycle time provide
consistent results for a wide range of jobs.
• Part finishing is thorough. Drill burrs from intersecting holes
and flashed-over holes as small as .010 inch in diameter can
be removed. In addition, surfaces can be easily texturized to
produce a more appealing surface finish.
• While cycle times vary, experience has shown that most jobs
can be done in about a 20-minute cycle. The addition of an
extra blast gun can be provided for very stubborn flash.

Presently, five Kramer tumble-blasting models are available:

• A bench unit for lab work or miniature parts
– the TB1 on page 62.
• A 0.5 cubic foot capacity for loads up to 48 lbs
– the TB1412 on page 63.
• A 1.0 cubic foot capacity for loads up to 150 lbs
– the TB2424 on page 63.
• A 2-cubic foot capacity machine for loads up to 80 lbs
– the TB2 on page 65.
• A 3-cubic foot model that can handle 150 lb loads
– the TB3 on page 65.

Stated capacities are the actual volume of parts each unit can hold.

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Abrasive blasting will produce an effect Most people sandblast at an air

that may combine both a cleaning and pressure that is too high. When you
finishing action. The finishing effect may blast at pressures above 90 PSI, there
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vary by controlling such factors as is an excessive breakdown of the media

hardness of the abrasive, abrasive and very little improvement of the cutting
particle size, velocity of abrasive stream, rate.
angle of abrasive gun, distance from the
work, method of application and work The Sandblast Gun
flow. Abrasive blasting is supposed to be a
scrubbing action, not a peening process.
As it is applied to preparation of Therefore, the gun should always be
surfaces prior to finishing, abrasive aimed at a 60° to 45° angle to the
blasting is generally used to replace surface being cleaned. When the gun is
sanding, wire brushing and pickling. aimed at 90°, peening occurs and, due
Ordinarily, no other cleaning is to the abrasive particles colliding with
necessary because the blasted surface the abrasive bouncing off the surface, a
is chemically and mechanically cleaned. very high rate of media wear occurs.

Abrasive blasting can save from 25% to The gun in a siphon machine should be
75% of the time normally required by kept at least six inches from the surface
hand cleaning. Blasting is considered being blasted. This allows the spray to
economical. The abrasives are relatively spread out and cover a larger area.
inexpensive and reusable. The general Blasting a larger circle allows for better
economical advantages of abrasive overlap of the pattern and yields a more
blasting lie in the reduction of man- even and appealing finish. The direct
hours required to clean and finish parts pressure units can effectively operate at
and needing only minimally trained distances of one foot or more.
personnel, yet still having high
productivity per hour per dollar of
equipment.

Abrasive blasting can make a good

finish better and cleaner. It also
produces a better tooth for bonding. It is
estimated that the surface area of metal
increases as much as ten times as a
result of the abrasive impact action. This
increases the surface to which paint,
coating or plating can adhere.

Pressure
Direct pressure machines require less
pressure. Whereas a siphon machine is
normally operated at 60-90 PSI, the
direct pressure machines can function at
15-80 PSI. Operating at lower pressure KF150DM
reduces the work hardening of the PPB Series
surface and reduces warping of thin Portable Pressure Blasting System
parts. page 48

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The Gun Nozzle abrasives are aluminum oxide, white

Nozzles made of tungsten carbide are aluminum oxide, urea and other plastic
the best choice. Settling for a less abrasives, corn cob grit, walnut shell
expensive, lower quality nozzle grit, glass beads, pumice, crushed glass
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ultimately increases operational costs. If grit, silicon carbide, steel grit and steel
your compressor cannot keep up with shot.
the blaster, chose a smaller nozzle for
the gun. If you have plenty of pressure For the most efficient performance,
at the gauge, but don't seem to feel it at when the abrasive in the machine has
the gun, look for an obstruction in the broken down too much, the entire load
abrasive pick-up line or something stuck should be replaced. Adding new
in the nozzle. material to the old load greatly reduces
the performance of the abrasive and
In a siphon machine, remember to increases the amount of dust.
change the air jet (behind the nozzle)
every few nozzle changes. A worn air jet If you are getting a sporadic flow of
will deflect the flow in the gun and cause abrasive, it is being caused by fine
the abrasive to wear a hole in the side of material not flowing down to the pick-up
the gun. If you have enough pressure at area or too much pressure. Banging on
the gun, but very poor flow of abrasive, the side of the cabinet hopper can test
your nozzle is worn, there is a hole in this. If the flow is good after this, your
the siphon tube pick-up hose, or the material is too fine or may be moist.
abrasive is so fine that it won't flow
down to the pick up area. Grounding
Blasting machines occasionally cause
The Hose shocks from static electricity. If the
Replace the siphon hose on a regular operator stands on a mat grounded to
basis. When the walls get too thin the the machine and the gun is grounded to
hose will collapse and obstruct the flow. the cabinet, this will be eliminated. The
cabinet can also be grounded to any
Media conduit for insurance.
Many types of finish may be obtained by
the selection of abrasive and by the The Window
adjustment of air pressure in the Try not to hold a part up to the window.
blasting unit. The more commonly used This will cause frosting of the window
and make it difficult to see inside.

Did you know?

Walnut shells and corn cob grit are gentle, organic, abrasive blast-
finishing media, used to finish delicate non-ferrous metals, such as
aluminum and plastics. Corn cob grit’s absorption qualities make it
ideal to soak up, retain and transfer polishing compounds.

Plastic media, such as urea and melamine, are the most effective
media for paint stripping.

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It is important to know the differences in Silicon Carbide

blasting media, since different abrasive As the hardest blasting media available,
blasting media are required for different silicon carbide is has a very fast cutting
applications. Blasting media can be speed. Manufactured to a blocky grain
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used for purposes such as cleaning, shape that splinters, silicon carbide grit
stripping, etching, strengthening and can be recycled many more times that
polishing. In addition to the media type, other blasting media. The hardness of
grit or mesh size is another factor to silicon carbide is ideal for etching of
consider for your application. The final glass and stone. Hardness 9-9.5; Grit
choice of media depends on the nature size range 16-240; Angular shape.
of the work required and on the blasting
equipment that is employed. The Plastic Abrasive
blasting media selection guide below Plastic abrasives are available in a
contains a list of the common blasting variety of types that deliver quick
media and the differences in blasting stripping rates and consistent
media. performance. This media is ideal for
stripping coatings and paint from
Aluminum Oxide substrates, including aluminum and
Aluminum oxide is the most widely used other delicate metals, composites and
abrasive in blast finishing and surface plastics. The relative softness of plastic
preparation Aluminum oxide is an abrasive media makes it ideal for
extremely sharp, long-lasting blasting automotive and aerospace blasting
abrasive that can be recycled many applications. Hardness 3-4; Grit size
times. In addition to the standard brown, range 12-80; Soft, angular shape; Urea,
aluminum oxide is available in 99.5% Melamine, Acrylic compositions.
pure white grades. Hardness 8-9; Grit
size range 12-220; Angular shape.

Crushed Glass Grit

The angular nature of crushed glass grit
allows for aggressive surface profiling
and removal of coatings and surface
contamination. Crushed glass grit
contains no free silica, is non-toxic and
inert and contains no heavy metals
typically found in coal and copper slags.
Since crushed glass grit is lighter than
many slags up to 50% less media can
be used. Hardness 5-6; Grit size range
Coarse to Extra Fine; Angular shape;
Consumable.

Glass Beads
Manufactured from lead-free, soda lime-
type glass, containing no free silica,
glass beads are manufactured into
preformed ball shapes. Glass beads
produce a much smoother and brighter
finish than angular abrasives. Glass DP Series
beads can be recycled approximately 30 Direct Pressure Blasting Cabinet
times. Hardness 5-6; Grit size range 50- page 37
325; Round shape.

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Pumice angular in shape, steel grit will not

Pumice is a light, natural mineral that is fracture as easily making it perfect for
used chiefly as a mild abrasive. Pumice creating an etched surface on metal.
is ideal for less aggressive operations Hardness 40-
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where protection of the surface is of

supreme importance. Hardness 6-7; Grit Corn Cob
size range 14-325+. Corn cob is an organic, soft blasting grit
that is safe for delicate parts and soft
Steel Shot substrates. As the preferred blasting
Blasting with steel shot is a popular media for log homes and other wood
method for cleaning, stripping and surfaces, corn cob offers excellent
improving a metal surface. Steel shot is cleaning and stripping properties without
manufactured into a round ball shape damage to the substrate. Hardness 4-
that results in a smooth and polished 4.5; Grit size range Extra Coarse to
surface. The peening action of the steel Extra Fine; Ground, Angular shape.
shot produces improved compressive
strength to metal surfaces. Hardness Walnut Shell
40-51 HRC; Grit size range S-70 to S- Walnut shell grit is used for applications
780; Spherical shape. that require aggressive stripping or
cleaning without damage or effect on
Steel Grit the underlying substrate. Organic and
High-demand, aggressive applications biodegradable, walnut shell is extremely
are ideal for steel grit. Steel grit offers a durable, angular in shape but is
very fast stripping action for many types considered a soft abrasive. Walnut shell
of surface contaminants from steel and sees utility in applications such as
other foundry metals. Softer than 65 cleaning hard woods and aircraft and
HRC; Grit size range G-12 to G-80; automotive stripping. Hardness 4.5-5;
Angular shape aluminum oxide, but still Grit size range Extra Coarse to Extra
Fine; Angular shape.

Heavy Duty Portable Pressure Blasters

Blast away rust, paint and other unwanted
deposits using portable sandblasting
equipment. Pressure blasting allows
abrasive media to penetrate into the deepest
pitted areas of a part to remove rust, paint
and debris.

To learn more about our HDPPB Heavy-Duty

Portable Pressure Blasting Series, refer to
page 56.

For information on selecting the right abrasive blasting

media for your parts, refer to our Blasting Media
Selection Guide on page 135.

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Aluminum Crushed
BLASTING MEDIA Glass Beads Silicon Carbide
Oxide Glass Grit
Sharp, long Silica-free, 100% Round, soda-lime Very hard,
lasting media for recycled glass; glass to produce aggressive cutting
fast etching & Efficient, a bright, satin media; Ideal for
DESCRIPTION
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profiling; economical finish; Minimizes stone, glass and

Brown/black or stripping stress on part hard surfaces
White
No etch,
SURFACE PROFILE High etch Medium-high etch Very high etch
satin finish
WORKING SPEED Fast Fast Med-fast Very fast
None;
RECYCLABILITY High High High
consumable
SURFACE
Yes Slight Slight Yes
REMOVAL
HARDNESS, MOH 8-9 5-6 5-6 9 - 9.5
3 3 3 3
BULK DENSITY 110 lbs/ft 100 lbs/ft 95 lbs/ft 90 lbs/ft

Plastic
BLASTING MEDIA Pumice Steel Shot Steel Grit
Abrasives
Abrasive, soft Natural volcanic Carbon steel, Angular, carbon
media designed ash; light-weight, round spheres steel for fast
for automotive & mild abrasiveness designed for stripping &
DESCRIPTION
aerospace polishing and aggressive
applications peening cleaning
applications
No etch,
SURFACE PROFILE Low etch No etch High etch
stripping
WORKING SPEED Medium Medium-slow Medium Medium-fast

RECYCLABILITY High Low Very high Very high

SURFACE
Slight No No Moderate
REMOVAL
HARDNESS. MOH 3-4 6–7 40-51 HRC 40-65 HRC
3 3 3 3
BULK DENSITY 50 lbs/ft 35-40 lbs/ft 230 lbs/ft 260 lbs/ft

BLASTING MEDIA Corn Cob Walnut Shells

Organic, soft Angular, organic

media ideal for grit for mildly
soft surfaces aggressive
DESCRIPTION
such as wood stripping w/out
damage to
surface
SURFACE PROFILE None Low etch

WORKING SPEED Slow Medium-slow

RECYCLABILITY Low Low

SURFACE
No Very slight
REMOVAL
HARDNESS. MOH 4 - 4.5 4.5 – 5
3 3
BULK DENSITY 40 lbs/ft 50 lbs/ft

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Burnishing with Steel Shot in a Vibratory Finishing Machine

• Vibration setting should be set at a maximum or close to maximum.

• The tub or bowl should be filled 55-75% with steel shot and parts.
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• Use a volume ratio of three parts steel shot to one part of parts.
• Use a mixture of large shot (3/16" - 50-70%) and small shot (1/8" - 30-50%).
Large shot increases action.
• A small quantity of water should be pumped into the tub or bowl.
• A ratio of one ounce of liquid compound to each gallon of water is advised.
• Compounds that contain soap (usually powders) should not be
used. Instead, a liquid compound with a detergent component is
recommended.
• Steel shot will not burnish if it is not polished.
• Change compound and water every 4 hours of operating time.

Burnishing with Steel Shot in a Barrel Tumbler

• The most effective action in a barrel tumbler is achieved when the barrel
tumbler is filled to 50% of its total capacity. At this level, you will also find
that your parts are less likely to damage each other. With this in mind, fill
the barrel halfway with steel shot and parts. Use a volume ratio of three
parts steel shot to one part of parts (i.e. jewelry).
• Place sufficient water in the barrel tumbler to cover the load (shot and
parts) by 1 to 2 inches.
• Add 1 teaspoon of Kramco 910 Burnishing Compound for each quart of
water. The barrel should be rinsed out after every run. Fresh water and
compound should be used for the next run.
• Processing time for burnishing can be from 1 to 20 hours. Soft metals will
take less time than hard metals. When the object of burnishing is to
brighten recessed areas or produce a smooth surface, the run will take a
minimum of three to four hours.
• Store steel shot in a barrel or plastic container. Cover steel shot with water
and a rust-inhibiting compound.
• Steel shot will only polish if it is bright and light colored.

Procedure for cleaning dark or lightly rusted steel shot:

Rinse out barrel. Add sufficient fresh water to cover the shot by one or two inches.
Add one teaspoon of Kramco 750 to the barrel for each gallon of water. Run for one
or two hours. Repeat if shot is not bright and light colored. Rinse out after run. You
can now begin normal burnishing process.

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Finishing Machine
Competition is forcing management to The type of finishing operation is
eliminate costly labor operations. Many determined mainly by the choice of
jobs can no longer justify the expense of media and compound. Polishing or
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hand polishing. Management is relying refining operations for die-castings are

heavily on the knowledge and advice of usually performed in plastic media with
their finishing and plating operators to a mild, alkaline compound. The plastic
help choose new systems. media can provide a 4 RMS finish on
soft metals. The media, being soft and
One of the major sectors of mass lightweight, can cut without gouging or
finishing systems is the vibratory scratching. Even though the parts have
machine. While there are automatic a low RMS, there is not much glitter and
buffers, barrel tumblers and centrifuge almost no reflected image. Copper plate
finishing systems, none can approach is heavy enough to fill the fine
vibratory finishing for the low production microscopic scratch pattern of this
cost per piece. With the proper media. After chrome plating, the parts
application of media and compounds, appear to have been hand rubbed. This
finishes in the 10 to 4 micro-inch range media is not a very aggressive cutting
can be produced in a vibrator. The chip; therefore, do not rely on it to
system can also be automated to remove heavy flash or burrs or bad
eliminate virtually all hand labor. Die- imperfections.
castings can now go from casting
machines to vibrator and then to plating Heavy cutting is better done with
without being touched by human hands. ceramic media. It is more aggressive,
but does not produce the flatness
Generally, vibratory finishers can achieved with plastic media. To obtain a
remove flash or burrs and refine maximum finish on parts with heavy
surfaces. Vibratory finishers can also be flash or burrs or bad imperfections, first
used as a super active degreasing and rough cut with ceramic media and then
chip remover or roughen plastics and refine the surface with a short run in
metals for good adhesion of coatings. plastic media.

The vibrator works by causing the media Die-castings or rubber-molded parts that
to rub against the pieces. This action is are to have finishes other than chrome,
induced by shaking the tub in a circular such as paint or vacuum plating, must
motion or in the case of the doughnut be treated differently. The thin coatings
shaped machines, wobbling. While the will not show up well over the dull finish
load is scrubbing, the vibratory action of plastic. Ceramic media is used in a
also causes the load to circulate in the heavily glazed condition. When run with
tub at a slow rate. This circulation keeps the proper soap, the stones take on a
the pieces apart to avoid impinging on glossy surface, causing the stones to
each other. The rubbing activity is not burnish somewhat like steel shot, while
only produced on the outer surface of maintaining a slight degree of cutting
the piece, but even inside a cup shape ability. Costume jewelry and boutique
or a blind hole. Cleaners or soaps can decorative items with a large degree of
be pumped through the tub for cleaning detail are run in this manner.
or burnishing operations. The action is
very rapid due to the high G-force and Steel parts, such as seat buckles,
the fact that the entire load is being cut requiring a good finish prior to plating,
at the same time and not just a small are also run this way, but with highly
slide area, such as that which occurs in alkaline compounds. Harder metals will
a barrel tumbler. be polished to a very high luster and be

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Finishing Machine, continued
in the 10 RMS range. Soft metals will added as an abrasive. Ceramic media is
have a good shine, but not as bright as added when the part has recesses or
the steel parts. pockets. The run is normally only about
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ten to fifteen minutes long. The parts

Small die-castings can be run piece can be thoroughly rinsed in the vibrator
against piece, without media, in a dry before dumping. This process is an
operation. Parts like electrical fittings or alternative to chemically etching the
trophy parts are run in this manner. The surface, which can be rather difficult to
pieces are run in a vibrator with a small handle. The vibratory method is an
amount of corn cob or sawdust to pick attractive, uncomplicated solution since
up dirt. In the vibrator, you can expect it does not produce fumes and will
good flash removal without damaging handle any plastic.
the details or threads. This process is a
good preparation for vacuum plating. Since most of these processes use
water to carry away dirt or lubricants,
Sometimes parts to be plated have consideration must be given to the
burrs or need the edges radiused. various methods of drying and rust
Usually, ceramic media is protection.
recommended for steel or stainless steel
parts and when practical, plastic media The most common drying method is a
for soft metals. Ceramics have a good centrifuge with forced hot air. This
cutting rate and are available in many process is best for small parts. Water
diverse shapes and sizes. Plastic media displacing dips can be used when the
is not an effective cutting agent below parts are large, but usually leave a film
the 1/2" size. Most of the time, non- that must be removed before plating.
abrasive compounds can be used, but Vapor degreasers can be used instead
occasionally an abrasive compound of a dip, thus avoiding the extra cleaning
must be added to cut fast enough to operation. When the parts have pockets
avoid rolling over burrs. that hold water, it is best to tumble the
parts in hot corn cob grit. When the corn
The vibratory finisher is also useful as a cob is kept hot enough, it can absorb
degreaser. The energy developed in a the water rapidly without clinging to the
vibratory finisher far exceeds the power parts.
range of ultrasonic cleaners. Soils, such
as silicone oil or lapping compounds, Rust is usually not a problem when the
can be removed, defying an ultrasonic parts go directly into plating, but when
or a vapor degreaser’s capabilities. The they must sit for hours or days, there
pieces can be run with media or, if the must be some additional care. The
part permits, without media. displacing dip usually contains an
inhibitor, such as a wax or oil. The other
While the parts vibrate, a cleaning methods require that a chemical rust
compound is circulated through the tub. inhibitor be added to the rinse water or
The vibrating action rubs the parts while into the water solution in the vibrator.
churning the cleaner into all crevices. Kramco 1510 rust inhibitor and light
The chips and dirt are flushed out of the cutting compound can provide rust
tub as the machine is running. protection for weeks, even on wet parts,
and can be rinsed off in plain water. All
In order to get a good plating or bonding parts run through any of the processes
on plastic, it is necessary to roughen the described here will require at least one
surface to accept the conductive hot rinse to remove the soap or alkali
material or cement. The pieces can be film used, with the exception of those
self-vibrated with quartz or pumice dried in the vapor degreaser.

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 Degating and Separating Die-castings

Aside from using trim dies, the usual extra load. Slotted screens or parallel
method of degating is to tumble in an bars have proven successful in allowing
open mouth oblique barrel then screen thin parts such as loops or zipper pulls
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separate the parts. Working with small to fit through while holding back the
pieces in very large tumblers means a thicker gate.
densely packed load that is too heavy to
move easily and has poor flow Generally, barrel tumblers are run at a
properties. Too much time is spent high surface feet per minute (SFPM)
moving and screening the parts. One rate - approximately 250-300 SFPM. Do
solution is to alter a standard horizontal not add more fins for more aggressive
enclosed tumbler by adding an extra action. Adding fins will shorten the cycle,
large door opening. The load is then but they can severely damage the
tumble-degated. This process also surface of the parts and close up holes.
removes flash and polishes. The solid It is better to increase the speed to get a
door can then be removed and replaced shorter run.
by a screen door. As the barrel rotates,
the parts fall out, leaving all the gates in When planning molds, always minimize
the barrel. The parts are degated, the thickness of the sprue at the point of
deflashed and separated at one station, junction. The best configuration is a
completely eliminating moving the parts. smooth radius or taper rather than a
notch or step. Width is not critical, but
This type of unit can also solve another thickness is, for a good clean break. The
problem that often plagues die-casters parts should be cool for this type of
when working with small parts. The degating. Warm parts are not brittle
sprue and runner must be kept on the enough for a clean break. Temperature
screen as the parts go through and the should be considered when planning an
sprue often covers or fills in the automated line.
holes. Since the sprue is heavy, it
usually cannot be bounced out of the
holes again. The rotating barrel
eliminates this problem because it
empties the hole every time it revolves.

This principle can also be applied to the

oblique (tilt) tumbler. Locks can be
added to the mouth of the barrel to
clamp on a screen door. The barrel is
loaded then the screen door is put in
place. The barrel is run at a 45º upward
tilt until the pieces are broken off and
smoothed out. The barrel is then tilted
down 45º, bringing the load forward to
the screen. This is a good solution if you
already have tilt tumblers, but if a choice
can be made, the horizontal barrels will TRS-1 shown with transfer pan
prove faster and more thorough. It page 24
should be noted that if a machine has
bronze bearings instead of roller
bearings, the bronze bearings would
need copious lubrication to handle the

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Sometimes flash is in an area where Large parts can be handled in any

self-tumbling or tumbling parts in media volume using a drop-off screen. These
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will not remove it. If the parts are run in are vibrating screens that feed the load
a screen basket in a sandblaster using to the far end, dropping the scrap
glass shot, flash can be removed from through the screen. The parts drop off
every crevice without worrying about the end into catch pans. These systems
crushing a fragile part. work better than batch screens, where
parts can cover the holes. The rotation
There are various machines that are is utilized to keep the screen clear. The
built specifically for the separation parts feed off the top of the screen while
operation. One such type has a set of the tabs and scrap fall through into a
rollers at a slight angle to each bin. This type of unit can fit into an
other. The rollers rotate counter to each automated line.
other, spinning the parts to give them a
chance to fall through the gap. The gap One thing to remember: it is simpler to
widens as they move down and each plan your shot selection to provide for
part falls through at the appropriate easy separation from parts when
point. This type of system is very good making the mold than to set up
for small parts that are thinner than the elaborate separation equipment later.
sprue, but cannot handle a large volume
of parts.

EV Series
Our unique and versatile line of
vibratory systems featuring six size
ranges of specially designed barrels. A
variety of optional Tubular Rotary
Separator Attachments can be easily
attached to the EV to allow for
mechanical separation.

To learn more about the EV Series, refer to page 18.

For our Parts Separating Equipment, refer to page 24.

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 Auto & Truck Restoration
Auto and truck restoration has become a booming industry. Whether you are a "DIY"
enthusiast, paint and body technician or body shop owner, having effective portable
blasting equipment is a necessity. Considering the prices being garnered for
impeccably restored muscle cars, vintage sports cars and antique autos, becoming
an old car restoration technician could be a very lucrative enterprise.
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Pressure Blasting vs. Hand Sanding

Both blasting and hand sanding have their place and purpose in auto and truck
restoration. But they are not interchangeable methods and for obvious reasons. The
following list will illustrate the advantages of pressure blasting instead of hand
sanding:

1. Time and labor savings

2. Removal of pits and rust spots
3. Cleaning of engine parts
4. Accessing hard to reach areas
5. Removal of road grime and gunk from the undercarriage

Pressure blasting is typically for large areas, hard to reach places and when hand
sanding would require an excessive amount of work and time.

Classic Car Restoration Equipment and Application

Regardless of the reason for blasting, there is a basic equipment list needed to tackle
any old car restoration project.
1. Portable Pressure Blast machine
2. Blasting media
3. Protective clothing, gloves, goggles, mask
4. Wire brush
5. Scraping tools

Obviously the most important component is the blasting system itself. The capacity
and duration of blasting time will depend upon your own project. If you are doing a
frame-off restoration which includes cleaning the frame and all component pieces,
you will want a blasting system with a higher capacity like the Kramer Industries PPB
Series Model KF300DM or KF300R. If your auto restoration project is the frame-on
method or just general sand blasting to clean off the visible areas, then the Kramer
PPB Model KF110DM will handle the job nicely.

The type of media to use will depend upon what particular car pieces you are blasting
and what you are trying to accomplish. Walnut shell grit, plastic abrasives and glass
beads each offer different finishing characteristics. All of these blasting media come
in various grit sizes so be sure to use the proper size and type to get the desired
results for your restoration project.

How to Use a Pressure Blaster

When using portable pressure blast equipment for auto restoration, you want to be
careful and use an even, steady pattern when blasting the metal. If you stay in one
spot for very long or set the air pressure too high, you could blast straight through the
car part. Use nice, smooth, steady and even back and forth motions. Keep doing this
until the substance is removed and the part is clean and clear.

With auto restoration, your finished project will only be as good as the time and effort
you take to prep the vehicle. By blasting away the old dirt, debris and rust, you will
make sure your restored car looks better than it did on the show room floor.

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 Blast Stripping Boats
Regardless of how much fun a boat is, keeping it in great shape requires many hours
of maintenance and care. Pressure blasting a boat is an effective way to strip the
paint off of the hull in order to prepare the body for refinishing.

Boat Blasting vs. Chemical Stripping, Hand Scraping or Other Boat Stripping
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Methods
More traditional and time-consuming methods for boat stripping include chemicals,
acids and a lot of scraping. Not only is this environmental damaging, it was hard work
and often resulted in cramped hands, stiff backs and contaminated water around the
area.

Using a portable pressure blasting system will alleviate all of these problems and
leave the boat’s hull cleaner and completely prepared for fiberglass boat refinishing
and repair. Blast-stripping boats dramatically reduces the time needed for refinishing,
thus giving you more fun time to use your boat.

How to Blast the Hull of Your Boat

You should have the following items on hand prior to starting your boat blasting
project:
1. Portable Pressure Blaster
2. Blasting media
3. Gloves, goggles, mask and protective clothing
4. The boat dry docked or on shore

You will need a good quality pressure blaster, preferably with a 45 - 60 minute
blasting time. The Kramer PPB Model KF150DM is ideal for saving time and labor as
well as easily removing scale, dirt, debris and old paint.

The blasting media to be used will depend upon a few factors:

1. The composition of the boat’s hull
2. The amount of build up on the hull
3. Whether you used your boat in fresh or salt water

Although most boats are made of fiberglass, there are a few wood boats still being
used and these gorgeous wooden wonders, which are quite sought after by
collectors, do require a softer media for blasting. If you hull is wood, you should only
use walnut shell grit and if the hull is fiberglass, you can use Plastic Abrasives or
Walnut Shell Grit. Both media types come in an array of particle sizes designed for
various removal requirements. Choose the media carefully to achieve the desired
surface finish and preparation.

You will want to use broad, smooth strokes are you are using the blasting system on
the boat. Do not leave the nozzle on any single spot, otherwise you will blast through
the hull and create a repair problem. Always start from the top of the boat hull and
work your way down, back and forth across from bow to stern.

Once you are done blasting the hull of your boat, you should now have a smooth,
clean surface to refinish. Boat blasting will not only save you time, expense and
labor; it will add years to the life span of your vessel.

Regardless of how much fun a boat is, keeping it in great shape requires many hours
of maintenance and care. Pressure blasting a boat is an effective way to strip the
paint off of the hull in order to prepare the body for refinishing.

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 Firearm Cartridge Polishing
Ammunition reloading is an economical alternative to purchasing ready-made bullets.
Especially if you are an avid marksman or target shooter - professional or amateur -
the cost of ammunition can become astronomical. Spent cartridge polishing and
brass cartridge case polishing become attractive options in these cases.
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Reloading vs. Ready-Made Bullets

Besides the cost savings, reloading your own shells and cartridges allows the
enthusiast to customize the bullet with heavier or lighter grain balls and more gun
powder for additional acceleration. With ready-made bullets, the selection is limited
and high-powered loads are not easily found. However, you can collect your spent
casings and begin reloading immediately.

Firearm Cartridge Polishing and Cleaning

If you have ever seen a spent bullet casing, you know it is a filthy-looking mess. One
of the steps for reloading cartridges involves brass cartridge case polishing. This is to
remove the gun powder marks and dirt while restoring the casing to its pre-fired
shine.

This process of spent cartridge polishing and shell casing polishing is fairly simple
and quick. This is due to the casings being made from brass. Brass is a soft metal
and does not require too much effort to clean and polish. The following list of
equipment is necessary to completely and properly polish spent brass cartridges and
shell casings:

1. Vibratory Bowl Machine

2. Walnut Shell Grit
3. Corn Cob Grit

You want to purchase a good quality vibratory machine that will handle the amount of
spent brass casings you need to polish for reloading. Kramer Industries offers three
sizes in their Mini-Bowl Series Vibratory Machines. Any one of these bench model
systems is excellent at cleaning and polishing spent cartridges and shells.

There are two different polishing media used in the polishing process: walnut shell
grit and corn cob grit. Both come in a variety of particle sizes; which one to use and in
what size will depend upon the number of shells being polished as well as the type
(i.e.: rifle, shotgun, pistol) and caliber size.

Once the vibratory machine is finished with the cleaning and polishing cycle, your
brass is beautiful and ready for the next step in the reloading process.

Always make sure to read the directions carefully before loading the vibratory
machine will casings and grit. Also double check that you properly closed and locked
the machine prior to turning it on. Don't over load the compartment with brass or grit;
the shell casings will not be adequately cleaned.

Reloading spent cartridges and shells is a relaxing way to spend some time saving
money and doing something for you as well. It's a hobby anyone can try; all you have
to do is pick up after yourself at the end of target practice.

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 Jewelry Polishing
Jewelry polishing and burnishing by hand is a labor intensive craft which although very
beautiful and detailed, is far too expensive to use in a mass production environment.
Instituting mass finishing and jewelry polishing systems, jewelry manufacturers will
save time and money as compared to the more traditional hand finishing techniques.
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Mass Jewelry Burnishing and Finishing - explained

In the jewelry manufacturing industry, mass jewelry polishing systems and jewelry
burnishing of pieces has quickly and quietly become the most effective tool and yet
many still do not use it or understand the process. Once the manufacturer takes the
time to learn about jewelry mass finishing and implement the system in the production
flow, the results are as follows:

1. Dramatic reduction in labor costs vs. hand polishing

2. Significant increase in quality control
3. Increased productivity
4. Reduced loss of precious alloy

The purpose of the process is to polish/finish jewelry in a quick and convenient manner
in order to get the pieces to market sooner.

What equipment is needed to set up a mass jewelry finishing system?

There are generally 3 items required in setting up a mass jewelry finishing system:
1. Barrel Tumbler and/or Vibratory Bowl Machine
2. Stainless Steel Burnishing Media
3. Walnut Shell Grit
4. Polishing Compound

The primary component to purchase is the jewelry polishing machines themselves, the
two most common being sold are a barrel tumbling system and a vibratory bowl
system. Both are more than capable of handling a variety of jewelry finishing needs.

The Barrel Tumbling System rotates the jewelry pieces and media inside a cylindrical
barrel causing the items to tumble over and over again. This tumbling action combined
with the proper media will polish the jewelry pieces to a beautiful brilliance. Kramer
Industries MT Series Wet Barrel Mini-Tumbler System or the K14 Series Wet Barrel
Tumbler System is ideal for this application and both come in a various sizes to
accommodate any capacity needs.

The Vibratory Bowl System is a widely used type because it is very effective and cost
efficient. These systems are very low maintenance, high quality finishing of all of the
jewelry pieces and can polish virtually any item suitable for mass polishing. The Kramer
MB Series Mini-Bowl Vibratory Systems offer a wide range of capacities suitable for
any size operation.

The preferred media will either be stainless steel media for burnishing and walnut shell
grit or corn cob grit for polishing. The stainless steel media will make the metal surface
very hard and very shiny while the walnut shell or corn cob grit will finish the jewelry
pieces to a high luster.

For a truly deep brilliance, use a burnishing compound with the stainless steel media.
The Kramer Kramco 910 Burnishing Compound is a terrific product designed with
jewelry polishing in mind.

Having the right equipment for mass jewelry finishing will save time, money and enable
you to provide a high quality product for your customers.

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 Microdermabrasion

Microdermabrasion treatment is taking the cosmetic industry by storm. Everywhere

you look another company is releasing their version of this super-exfoliating product.
News media outlets, both traditional and online, have been extolling the beauty
benefits of spa microdermabrasion.
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And yet there are still many, many people who do not know what it is, why they
should use this excellent facial exfoliating product and, more importantly, how to use
a microdermabrasion cream or system.

What is Microdermabrasion Treatment?

Microdermabrasion is a procedure in which the skin is "blasted" with micro-fine
particles of white aluminum oxide or corundum particles. As the area of the face,
neck or chest is being pelted with corundum particles, it is also being "vacuumed" to
remove the dead skin cells and the just-used white aluminum oxide.

The typical microdermabrasion procedure lasts about 25 minutes but may take up to
an hour if you include the neck and upper chest area in treatment. Both
dermatologists and spas offer traditional microdermabrasion procedures.

An alternative to the traditional blast procedure is a cream or two-step home system.

Most cosmetic companies use the white aluminum oxide particles for the abrasive
component in their products. The results can be very similar to the spa or medical
procedure; it just takes more treatments.

It is critical that the abrasion media be a material which contaminate free, thus the
reason why white aluminum oxide is the preferred choice of most manufacturers.
White aluminum oxide is an ultra-pure grade - 99.5% contaminate free and contains
less that 0.2% silica making it safer to use than even sand.

Why try Microdermabrasion?

As we get older, our body no longer has the ability to effectively slough off the dead
top layer of skin (stratum corneum) as it did when we were young. Because of this
our skin starts looking dull, lifeless and rough while the pores can become clogged
causing breakouts.

If you have mild or light scarring from acne or fine lines and wrinkles, you may be a
candidate for Microdermabrasion. By having a series of treatments, many fine lines,
wrinkles, skin discolorations and light scars will be lessened if not removed.

Most people see results after their first microdermabrasion treatment; their skin looks
fresher, revived, and more alive. With each treatment, your skin will become clearer,
softer and regain the youthful appearance it once had.

Although the at-home creams and the office or spa microdermabrasion procedures
have some basic similarities, there are very specific and important differences.

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Similarities include:
1. Exfoliating dead skin cells
2. Improving skins appearance
3. Use of white aluminum oxide media as the abrasive
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Differences are:
1. Office or spa procedures are performed with equipment by a technician
2. The corundum is a much finer (smaller) grade than in creams
3. The traditional procedure is more effective
4. Only one procedure every two months traditionally vs. every two days with
cream
5. The degree of abrasion can be regulated with office and spa procedures

Tips and Hints on Microdermabrasion

Be sure to apply toner, moisturizer and sun screen immediately after a
microdermabrasion treatment - whether it was a procedure or at home products.

Avoid exposing the treated skin to direct sunlight (7 days if procedure, 1 day if at
home).

Expect some redness after microdermabrasion; it should go away within a few hours.

Do not use a complete face of make-up for 24 hours after having the procedure.

Do not use alpha-hydroxy acid or glycolic acid products or skin exfoliation scrubs for
at least 72 hours after a microdermabrasion procedure.

The one thing to remember is take care of your skin - always. Microdermabrasion
gives you the chance to help erase the mistakes of poor skin care. Use a good skin
care regimen and protect your skin from the sun and weather. This coupled with
regular microdermabrasion treatments using high quality products and procedures
will restore the youthful appearance and glow your skin once had.

Did you know?

Using a high purity white aluminum oxide will offer the best results.
Whether in a traditional microdermabrasion blasting procedure or in an
exfoliating cream, 99.5% pure white aluminum oxide is ideal.

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 Non-Skid Flooring

Just about any floor surface that routinely gets doused with water, oil and other
slippery substances should be treated with non-skid coatings to prevent falls and
injuries. Applying non-skid flooring is very easy, and considering the increased safety
factor, well worth the investment of your time and money.
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Uses for Non-Skid Coatings/Flooring

The number of places to use concrete floor coating is almost endless; in fact just
about any surface that is walked has a need for an anti-slip floor treatment. Here are
just a few places where concrete floor coating would be useful:

1. Public building entrances and exits (inside and out)

2. Boats
3. Garages – homes and businesses
4. Pools
5. Ramps
6. Loading docks
7. Utility rooms
8. Laundromats
9. Daycare centers

The entire floor does not have to be made non-skid, just the areas most likely to have
water or slippery substance spills occur.

Application of Anti-slip Floor Coatings

The secret to industrial floor coating for a non-skid floor is the use of media or
particles in between the layers of coating. Generally there are three types or kinds of
media used for the particle layer:

1. Walnut Shell Grit

2. Plastic Abrasives
3. Aluminum Oxide

Which media to choose when making your non-skid floor depends upon where the
floor is located and what kind of liquid will be spilled, dripped or dropped on it. You
will also need to consider the amount of traffic the floor will receive as well as
aesthetic concerns.

You will need the following items in order to do your non-skid flooring project:

1. Floor coating base and top coat

2. Abrasive media
3. Paint brush and/or roller
4. Gloves, goggles, mask and protective clothing

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Before you apply the base coat to the floor, you will want to thoroughly clean and
completely dry the area you plan to apply the non-skid floor coating to. Then you will
apply the base coat using either a brush or roller depending upon the size of the floor
you are coating.
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While the base coat is still wet, apply the media all over the coated floor; it doesn’t
have to be pretty, evenly dispersed or heavily applied. Just make sure you get the
some of the media over the entire wet base coat.

Let the media sprinkled base coat dry completely and then apply the top or sealer
coat for a beautiful non-skid floor. Be sure to keep the freshly treated floor roped off
until it is totally dry.

You don’t have to spend a lot of money on a non-skid flooring application system that
uses little confetti circles in order to have a slip resistant floor. With a little planning
you can have the peace of mind knowing you are protecting yourself, your family
and/or your customers by using an effective and simple procedure to make your
slippery floor safe and skid proof.

So many choices.
Which media best suits your job?
An angular shaped, cost-effective grit, crushed walnut shell is the
most popular for non-skid surfaces. A large range of particle sizes
offers flexibility and economy for use with different coating materials
and procedures.

The ideal grit for non-skid flooring, aluminum oxide is hard and
abrasive. A durable, long-lasting non-slip surface can be achieved
using aluminum oxide with almost any floor coating material.

To achieve a soft but durable non-skid surface, Plastic Grit Media is

the perfect choice. Available in different mesh sizes and hardnesses,
the proper balance will lead to a safe and durable non-skid surface.

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 Pumice Powder Media

Pumice granules have been used in abrasive hand pumice soap for decades -
remember those old "Lava" soap commercials? Today pumice powder particles are
used in foot scrubs, abrasive pumice hand cleaner, body & shower gels, facial scrubs
and even kitchen counter cleaners.
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What is Pumice?
Pumice is a volcanic ash which is formed when lava is permeated with gas bubbles
during the solidification process. Pumice is very fragile and breaks apart quite easily
into small particles. Because lava has similar properties and chemical make-up as
glass, pumice is very abrasive but unlike glass, it is very soft. Pumice is the softest
abrasive media in use today.

What is the purpose of using pumice in consumer and commercial

applications?
Pumice is used as a mild but effective abrasion suitable for a multitude of uses,
including in hand pumice soap and pumice hand cleaner. In soap, pumice gives it a
light abrasive quality which easily removes almost any grease or grime imaginable.
Because pumice is a soft media and a natural mineral, it isn’t harsh or toxic to people
or the environment.

For commercial applications, Pumice has become the most widely used grit in many
manufacturing processes which require a mild abrasive characteristic. Couple this
with the fact that pumice can be ground down into a micro-fine powder for handling
the lightest of abrasion needs.

Regardless of the application, it is important to perform tests and formulation

procedures in order to determine the best grade of pumice to use. The grain sizes
required in hand soaps differ from facial uses. Using the incorrect grain size would
prove ineffective and possibly damaging to the applied surface.

One other very important key to achieving the desired results is consistency during
manufacturing and grading of the particle size from one batch to the next. Select a
supplier that constantly monitors and checks for particle size and shape conformity,
in this way you can be sure of the quality of your products as well.

Various Applications for pumice include:

1. Facial and body scrubs – to exfoliate dead skin cells
2. Abrasive soaps – to remove dirt and grime
3. Dental supplies and paste – teeth cleaning and polishing
4. Television glass – grinding and polishing
5. Electronics – circuit board metal preparation and cleaning
6. Calcium silicate insulation – ceramic and tile raw material
7. Foot and hand scrubs – to slough off calluses, dead skin and cuticles
8. Kitchen countertops – to remove stubborn stains and polish the surface
9. Car polish – to remove old wax build-up and polish the painted surface

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The one thing to remember is pumice is an abrasive and you do not want to use any
product containing it for too long. For maximum effect and proper use, you will use
circular motions when applying abrasive soap, scrubs, cleaners or polishers so as
prevent "burning" an area from concentrating your actions.
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You also do not want to put a lot of effort or "elbow grease" into applying the abrasive
cleaner. It is not necessary and will only cause scratches or redness. Instead use a
very light application of the scrub and wash and dry the cleansed area thoroughly. If
you are polishing the finish on your car, just remove any residue with a soft lint-free
cloth.

Moderation and a light touch are the keys to using any abrasive soap, cleaner or
polisher.

Today, pumice is used in more than just abrasive soap and its ability as a versatile
and mild abrasion additive is continually being expanded and innovated.

Did you know?

Specifying a high standard for Pumice particle size distribution is
critical to a high quality product. Choosing the proper mesh size of
angular, abrasive Pumice will result is a wide range of high quality
consumer and commercial products.

MT Series
Bench Model Mini Tumblers
3-Bar Base shown with 8 MT-1 barrels
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 Burnishing Silverware
Burnishing silverware is an economical resolution to repairing the nicks, scratches
and scraps received daily in the restaurant business. Commercial burnishing systems
will extend the life of your tableware, restore the beauty and shine and save you
money.
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How Do Commercial Silverware Burnishing Machines Work? Commercial

burnishing systems are referred to as barrel tumbling systems, in that the actual
device is a hexagonal-shaped barrel and, during use, there is a tumbling motion. The
movement causes the tumbling media to roll or meld into the nicks and scraps of the
silverware. When completed, the silverware is sparkling, shiny and perfectly smooth
again.

You will need the following items for silverware burnishing:

1. Commercial barrel finishing system
2. Tumbling media
3. Polishing compounds

There are a variety of sizes and

options available in commercial
silverware burnishing machines.
The Kramer Industries K Series
and K14 Series barrel finishing
systems are excellent machines
designed specifically for
commercial use. The K14
Series commercial barrel
finishing system is a smaller
bench or tabletop model, and
K14 heavy-duty, bench
the K Series is the larger floor-
model wet barrel tumbler
model size.
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Stainless steel shot is the

tumbling media used in the
silverware burnishing systems.
It is recommended for aggressive or faster processes because the particles are
substantially heavier than other media; it exerts added pressure and increased
resistance which reduces finishing time. Stainless steel shot also eliminates the need
for rust inhibitors.

Polishing compounds burnish the finish of the silverware and tableware. Kramer
Kramco 910 burnishing compound adds the final brightness and shine during the
final phase of the silverware repair and restoration process.

Commercial Uses for Silverware Burnishing Machines

1. Repair and restore flatware and hollowware
2. Repair and restore metal serving dishes
3. Repair and restore metal tableware
4. Polish silverware, flatware, hollowware and tableware

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Do not place dissimilar pieces together in the barrel tumbling machine; it could cause
scratches and marring of the items. When loading the pieces in to the burnishing
machine do not put hollowware in the barrel finishing machine in the same
compartment with flatware or tableware.
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Do not try to burnish knives at it usually does not work and can cause more scratches
to the finish and can dull the blade edge.

Always carefully read the directions for the silverware burnishing system in order
operate it properly. Do not overfill it with pieces or media.

The size of burnishing system to purchase will depend solely upon the amount of
traffic your restaurant has on a daily basis and your hours of operation. You will need
to determine the number of times the silverware is used, washed and reused each
day in order to calculate the barrel tumbling capacity needed as well as the amount of
stainless steel shot to have in storage.

Purchasing a commercial silverware burnishing system is a sound business

investment for a restaurant and will improve the customer service and appearance of
the food presentation impact.

So many choices.
Which media best suits your job?
Highly polished surfaces, short cycle times and ease-of-use are the
standards for a good burnishing process. Use Stainless Steel Media
to achieve all these goals. Different shapes and sizes are available.

Using a compound designed for polishing is critical to success.

Kramco 910 Burnishing Compound is a 100% active powder used
specifically for burnishing operations in commercial environments.

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Buttons are manufactured in several run can be reduced to 2-3 hours and
different plastics or can be made from should be followed by a 1 hour run in
animal horns. It is important to corn cob grit treated with a small
determine the material used in order to amount of silicone oil.
apply the correct finishing procedure.
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Refining
The operations involved include: This operation fixes the surface and
• Cutting to remove tool marks or prepares it for polishing. Shynolyte Pre-
parting lines; Polishing Cream is added to the wood
• Refining the surface to remove pegs at a rate of 1/4 cup per 50 lbs of
scratches or roughness; wood pegs. The buttons are added at a
• Polishing to produce luster; rate of 3 parts media to one part button
• Wiping off to remove excess to bring the barrel load to the 50% level.
waxes and deposit a sealing coat. The run is overnight. For harder plastics,
such as urea, walnut shell grit is
Cutting substituted for wood pegs because it is
Wet cutting is used for heavy stock heavier and harder.
removal, using pumice as the abrasive
along with a few ounces of Kramco Polishing
1010 General Purpose Cleaner to This operation abrasively polishes the
prevent the residue from sticking to the surface of the button so that if the wax is
button or clogging its holes. Often a removed the button does not lose its
ceramic triangle media 1/4" x 1/4" is shine. The wood pegs (or walnut shell
added to smooth inside the depressed grit for harder plastic) are treated with 1/4
center. Triangles are added at a rate of cup of Microlyte Polishing Cream per 50
1
/3 of the load of buttons. Pumice is lbs of wood pegs. Add 3 parts media to
added at a rate of 11/2 lb per gross of one part buttons and run overnight to 24
buttons. Water is added to cover the hours.
load by about 2". Time of run is
overnight in a standard 30" x 36" wet Wiping
barrel tumbler or 24 hours in a smaller After polishing, there will be a wax film
barrel. When using this process to residue on the button that must be
produce a dull finish on a processed removed. Hi-Glos Final Cream is used
button, the run can be reduced to 2-3 most commonly with cob corn grit since
hours and should be followed by a 1-2 wood pegs will sometimes remove the
hour run in corn cob grit treated with wax, but deposit a hard film of its own.
silicone oil. Using three parts media to one part
buttons and running 1-2 hours will finish
Dry cutting is used for softer plastics, the button and restore the shine to
such as acetate, or materials that will buttons that have been dyed.
not tolerate an extended exposure to
water, such as animal horns or urea. Tips
Wood pegs are loaded into the barrel at Make sure your barrel is filled to the
a volume rate of three parts wood pegs 50% level. Running a barrel less than
to one part buttons, filling the barrel to 50% full produces more action and may
the 50% level. Dry Abrasive Cream scratch the buttons. Your buttons should
should be added at a rate of 1/4 cup per have a film at the end of the run. If you
50 lbs of media. Run time is overnight. do not see a film, use more finishing
When using this process to produce a cream.
dull finish on a processed button, the

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 Log Home Blasting
Log home blasting with corn cob blasting grit is the best technique to maintain and
preserve the interior and exterior wood of your log home. By cob blasting (cleaning)
the surface of the logs, you will not only remove dirt and debris, you will restore the
original appearance to your log home.
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Why Blast a Log Home?

It does seem like a silly idea; who cleaned their log home in the Pioneer era - right?
Do you see any of those log homes still in existence? Now, this doesn't mean that if
they had this capability and a corn cob blaster, there would be thousands of log
homes still standing. But it does mean that proper care and maintenance is crucial to
the longevity of your house, be it a log home or not.

If you allow dust, dirt and debris to collect on the logs, this could create a moist area
that causes decay and rot, leading to degradation of your log home. This can happen
inside the home as well as outside. By log home blasting the exterior of your log
home at least once a year, you'll clean and maintain your logs for years to come. For
the interior, you will want to use the corn cob blaster about every two or three years.

How Do You Blast a Log Home?

You will need a few items to properly clean your Log Home -
1. Portable Pressure Blaster
2. Corn Cob Blasting Media
3. Gloves, goggles, protective clothing
4. Cover or remove furniture and other items that will trap the used media

A high quality portable sand blaster, with at least a 35 - 50 minute blasting time is
ideal for saving time and labor. The Kramer PPB Model KF110DM is perfect for log
home blasting applications.

Corn cob blast media is the most effective blast media for cleaning log homes without
damaging the wood surface. It is virtually dust free, is biodegradable and highly cost
effective. Corn cob media comes in 5 different grit sizes from extra fine to extra
course. The grit size and amount needed for log home blasting will depend upon
several factors:

1. Condition of wood logs to be cleaned

2. Surface area to be blasted - size and interior vs. exterior application
3. Degree of cleaning required

For safety reasons, handle the log home blasting equipment as you would the wand
at a car wash. Do not point the nozzle at people, animals or plants and be sure to
wear your goggles to protect your eyes.

Do not fixate on one particular area for very long as you could "eat" through the log.
Use long back and forth strokes in a repetitious manner. Start from the top log and
work down one log at a time. If you encounter a problem area (stains, rot, mold), use
very quick, short strokes over and over the area until the damage is removed. When
blasting the interior of your log home, use very long strokes only one or two times per
log.

Once you are finished blasting your log home, inspect the entire area to make sure
all the dust, dirt and debris was removed. By blasting your log home, once a year
outside and every 2- 3 years inside, you will maintain the beauty and strength of the
logs and remind yourself just how gorgeous a log home really is.

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Owning a swimming pool requires a lot of patience, knowledge, care, maintenance
and constant cleaning. Part of this involves blasting the tile and deck area of your
pool. Pool blasting is a relatively easy and fast way to remove calcium and mineral
deposits left from the water line on the tile edging. In addition, the deck area will also
benefit from being blasted regularly.
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Blasting vs. Chemicals and Scrubbing

Let’s face it: We barely have enough time to swim, let alone do pool cleaning. So why
not dump some extra chemicals or get to scrubbing with a strong lime and dirt
cleaner? Adding more chemicals and scrubbing will actually take longer than pool
cleaning with a portable pressure blasting system. Besides, who wants to swim in
even more chemicals?

Pool blasting is a safe and effective technique to completely remove the calcium and
scale deposits on your pool tile - plus it is the quickest method to clean the deck area.

Cleanup is a breeze, and the results are far better than using harsh acids or
chemicals.

How to Go About Blasting with Glass Beads and Walnut Shell Grit
Unlike chemical methods, using a blasting system to clean you pool tile means you
can go swimming as soon as you finish. For cleaning the pool tile and deck area, you
should select a small high-quality portable blasting system. The Kramer Industries
PPB Series KF65DM is perfect.

In purchasing the blasting media, you will need glass beads and walnut shell grit. The
glass beads are used to clean the pool tile and the walnut shells to blast the deck.

Glass bead media is ideal for blasting pool tile since there is no clean up! The glass
beads will sink to the pool bottom where the cleaning skimmer will pick them up
during the next cleaning cycle. Plus the glass beads will not harm the tile or the glaze
and will leave sparkling results.

Walnut shells are the preferred media for deck cleaning because it is a soft, organic
blast media and will not damage wood, pebble topped cement or tile. Walnut shells
are biodegradable, making disposable a breeze. Blasting the entire deck is
necessary to remove dirt and debris that will cause the surface to become slick and
slippery when wet feet go running across it.

The quantity of glass beads and walnut shells your pool blasting project requires will
depend upon the size of the area you are cleaning. Always purchase more than
enough blasting media - too much is better than not enough.

Be sure to wear gloves, goggles and protective clothing when using the blasting
system to clean your pool. Also have everyone get out of the pool and off the deck
prior to starting your pool blasting - this includes your pets as well.

Keeping the pool tile and deck area clean by blasting periodically will not only help
maintain your pool but also increase its longevity. For ease and quickness, pool
blasting beats chemical treatments hands down.

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 Frequently Asked Questions

How do I pick a system to finish or deburr my parts?

Each type of deburring system has special characteristics. If you know the strong
points of a system, you can select the most suitable system for a job. The most
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common options are:

Sandblasting Systems
Sandblasting propels abrasives at the part via a high-pressure air stream. It can
abrade into the minutest details and produce a very even finish. The finish can range
from a dull satin using abrasives or a bright satin using glass beads. Sandblasting
removes small burrs but not heavy burrs (burrs which are too thick to bend or break
off using a fingernail or pencil). Inexpensive manual systems as well as automated
systems are available. Use sandblasting for light deburring or scale removal and to
provide an even finish for painting or plating.

Barrel Tumbling Systems

Parts can be self-tumbled or tumbled with media. Tumbling is an aggressive system
for heavy cutting with abrasives or for producing a shine with polishing media.
Tumbling tends to attack edges and round corners more than other surfaces and
does not penetrate into recesses well. Tumble parts to remove heavy burrs, round
edges or create quick ‘safe edges’ on stampings.

Vibratory Finishing Systems

Vibratory finishers shake parts and media at high speeds, causing the media to scrub
the surface of the parts in an action similar to lapping. Since the parts and the media
are moving at small increments on each stroke, the parts are not subject to severe
stress or damage. Vibratory finishers produce very smooth surfaces, are safe for
delicate parts, and have very good action inside recesses and holes. Vibratory
finishing is the preferred choice for general deburring/finishing, deburring/finishing
delicate parts and for precision deburring/finishing. Vibratory finishing is also safer for
threaded parts, though it is not as good as barrel tumbling for rounding edges or
removing tough, heavy burrs.

Which compound should I use?

The compound determines how the media will perform. Kramer’s 700 series
powder compounds for barrel finishing systems and 1000 series of liquid
compounds for vibratory finishing systems work best to protect metal from
corrosion. To produce more shine and brightness, Kramer’s 900 series powder
compounds for barrel tumblers or 2000 series liquid compounds for vibratory
finishers work best. Consult our compound selector guide on page 66 for details.

Should I use ceramic or plastic media?

General burr removal can be performed using ceramic media. Ceramic media ranges
from very hard for light deburring or polishing to softer media with more abrasive
content for fast cutting. Plastic media is used when a part needs a good smooth
surface finish, for delicate parts or when harder ceramic media would gouge a soft
metal. Plastic media is considerably lighter than ceramic media so it will not distort a
delicate part. Consult our Tumbling Media Selection Guide on page 127 for more
details.

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Why is my media wearing out so fast?

A ceramic burnishing media can lose 1% of its weight every eight operating hours. An
aggressive cutting media can lose 1-2% of its weight every four operating hours.
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Plastic media will generally lose more than ceramic media due to its softer bond.
Aggressive cutting media will wear out more rapidly than burnishing media due to the
amount of abrasive added to the composition.

A compromise must be made between long life and fast cutting. Too little load in the
machine causes a pounding action that greatly accelerates media wear; adding more
media will smooth out the flow.

Why are my parts getting damaged?

Usually most damage is from one part hitting another. Generally, using too little
media for the load damages parts. Try to maintain three parts media to one part of
parts (by volume), which surrounds the parts in a matrix of media to prevent one part
from hitting another.

Increasing the total load height will also help. A barrel tumbler should be run 50% full
and a vibratory finisher 80-90% full for optimum cutting and a good finish. In a wet
system, adding water will also soften the action.

Why do my parts get dark?

When parts are getting dark, it is usually a case of improper choice of compound or
too little compound. Most Kramer compounds are formulated for use at a rate of 1-2
ounces per gallon of water. The ratio should be raised to 2-3 ounces per gallon if the
solution is being re-circulated, providing extra chemicals to neutralize the higher load
of residue. If the solution is being re-circulated, at some point it must be replaced so
protection is not lost. Consult our compound selector guide on page 57 for specific
recommendations.

How do I handle waste products?

The wastewater from a deburring system is comprised of cleaning agents, solid
residue from the media and particles abraded from the parts. Modern cleaning agents
are biodegradable; however, the solids can harm the environment and clog pipes.
The solids can be separated out using a gravity settling tank, a filter or a centrifuge.
The gravity-settling tank is the least expensive option, but consumes the most space.
Filter units and centrifuges take up much less space. Most small systems require only
a settling tank and a pump to remove the usable water from the top of the tank.

Why are my parts warping?

Thin parts are sensitive to the compression stress load of glass beads. When blasting
only one side, the parts will be unequally stressed and, therefore, warp. This can be
avoided by blasting both sides of the part or by switching to an abrasive such as
aluminum oxide that will scrub without imparting a compressive stress. It is also
possible to minimize the effect by reducing the pressure.

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Why is my tumbler taking so long to process the parts?

• It could be mechanical. The motor could be running slow due to age or a
belt could be slipping.
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• Loading the barrel past the 50% level also slows down the action.
• Adding too much compound can produce foam that will slow down the
process.
• Adding more water can soften the action.
• Burrs may have increased due to worn tooling.
• Media may have worn down and no longer has the weight to do the cutting
anymore. Using fresh media will speed up the cutting process.

Why is my vibratory finisher taking so long to process the parts?

The same rules apply as with barrel tumblers above. In addition, vibratory finishers
are particularly sensitive to the water flow through the tub. Reducing the water flow
will speed up the action.

Why is my sandblaster not producing finished parts as fast as it

used to?
A worn nozzle will reduce the velocity of the abrasive, thus requiring more time to do
the job. Replacing the nozzle will speed up the process.

The hose of nozzle may be clogged with a foreign object. Try passing a wire through
the hose or nozzle to check.

Working too close to the part reduces the size of the blast pattern and pulverizes the
abrasive, reducing its life. Blasting should be done at least six to eight inches from
the part if using a suction system and ten to fourteen inches away when using a
direct pressure system. Adding fresh abrasive to the machine without removing the
old spent abrasive will make the operation very dusty and slow down the action of the
fresh abrasive. When adding fresh abrasive, always remove the old material from the
machine first. In a suction system there is an air jet behind the nozzle. If this is not
replaced regularly, it will cause the air to deflect to one side and not accurately enter
the center of the nozzle. This will eventually blast a hole through the side of the gun
as well as slow the abrasive pick-up. Replace the air jet every two nozzles.

Operators often tend to hold the blast gun at a 90º angle to the work surface in hope
that it will be more aggressive. However, this actually slows down the performance
and pulverizes the abrasive. The gun should be held at a 30-45º angle to the work
surface. This allows the abrasive to scrub the surface with the least abrasive wear.

If a visible stream of abrasive cannot be seen, one of the above conditions may apply
or there may be a hole worn in the abrasive pick-up tube. Check the tube. The wrong
blast material might be being used for the job. To remove material or scale, aluminum
oxide is fastest. To remove scale and leave a shiny satin finish, glass beads are
recommended, but it will take 40% longer than using aluminum oxide.

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Finishing Equipment Analytical (Lab) Services

Since Kramer Industries has been designing equipment and compounds for the
Services

surface finishing industry for three generations, we have accumulated the knowledge
to provide the most effective products and guidance to get you the results that you
desire. We offer free test runs of your parts in our laboratory. The parts will be
returned finished with a report on the process, helpful instruction sheets and the
estimated cost to process them.

Call us for instructions on how to send your parts to our laboratory. Tell us about your
finishing requirements, then sit back and let us do the work – Right From The Start!

Periodic Maintenance & Repairs

Kramer Industries can reline all of your plastic (PVC) or urethane-lined metal barrels
and tubs and your wood-lined barrels. If the lining in your barrel has deteriorated, the
barrel can be shipped to our facility and will be returned after being stripped and
relined. Please call for more details on barrel finishing or vibratory tumbling repair.

Periodically, the machines manufactured by Kramer Industries require readjustment

and recalibration in order to return them to their original specifications. Repairs to a
barrel finishing or vibratory tumbling machine can sometimes be performed on
premises or in one of our production shops, depending on the work required.

OEM Parts
Kramer Industries maintains records on all machines manufactured for our
customers. If a barrel or vibratory tumbling machine requires replacement parts,
Kramer can ship most OEM parts within 48 hours. The model and serial number are
all that is required to recall all records regarding exactly which parts are required for a
specific machine.

Refurbished Machines
Kramer Industries’ machines are designed Right From The Start. We have previously
owned machines that are refurbished by our production shops as close as possible to
original Kramer specifications. These vibratory tumbling or barrel finishing machines
are sold quickly so please call us to obtain a list of currently available machines.

Sell Your Finishing Machines

If you are upgrading or no longer in need of your Kramer equipment, Kramer
Industries can market your current Kramer equipment for sale on consignment
through our marketing efforts. Please call us to discuss our consignment program.

Custom Orders
We build products to your specifications. At Kramer Industries, we specialize in
customizing systems, products and procedures. There are many options and custom
equipment available. If you don't see something in our catalog, please contact us.

Web Site Information and Support

Visit our Web Site at [Link] for the most up to date
information on Kramer products.

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will be added to your order. consequential damages, inconvenience or interruption of
operation. The above is made in lieu of all other warranties,
DAMAGE IN SHIPMENT: Despite our best efforts, items express or implied. In no event shall Kramer Industries’
may occasionally be damaged in transit. Freight carriers are liability under this warranty exceed the purchase price paid
liable for damage only when damage is indicated on the bill for the product. Any legal actions brought against Kramer
of lading before you sign for the shipment. Therefore, we Industries shall be tried in the State of New Jersey, County
recommend that you inspect the outside and contents of all of Middlesex.

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140 Ethel Road West
Suite U
Piscataway, NJ 08854-5951

Toll-Free: 1-888-515-9443
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