Bead blasting also known as "glass bead blasting" is an abrasive blasting method that uses small glass bead spheres to clean and finish surfaces. The bead blasting process takes place in the bead blaster or sandblast cabinet. The beads are propelled by compressed air at a high speed through a nozzle onto the surface of the material.
The result is a smooth, uniform finish without sharp edges or corners. It is commonly used on stainless steel and aluminum. When bead blasting, the bead size matters as well as the amount of pressure being used.
Depending on the result you want to achieve, fine glass beads will yield a satin finish while larger glass beads will yield a high gloss finish. Coarse glass beads can hide imperfections because they make the entire surface uniformly rough.
Environmentally, bead blasting is a preferred process compared to other abrasive blasting methods. Glass bead blasting doesn't create a lot of dust. It is also easy to bead blast with glass beads in a contained environment. In more sensitive environments like medical device manufacturing facilities, bead blasting is an excellent choice for cleaning delicate items or improving surface finishes.
In addition, glass bead blasting is effective in removing various surface impurities like scale, corrosion and rust without damaging the underlying material. Glass beads blasting is the best option for cleaning swimming pool tiles with calcium and scale deposits.
Bead blasting is a popular choice for cleaning items like molds and other parts that require precision. Bead blasting is both efficient and cost-effective for improving the finish and surface of many different materials. It is a safe and environmentally friendly process that can produce excellent results quickly.
Bead blasting is an ideal solution for many applications such as cleaning dies, molds and other parts. It can be used for improving the finish on delicate surfaces and medical device manufacturing. You can achieve superior results with glass bead blasting without damaging the underlying materials or creating a lot of dust.