Sandblasting and Surface TreatmentPlastic Media
Paint stripping without damaging the substrate
Plastic media is a low-hardness abrasive. It strips paint and coatings with minimal effect on the underlying metal or composite surface and preserves part dimensions. It can be reused in suitable systems.
- Material
- Thermoset plastic (urea, melamine or acrylic)
- Grain shape
- Angular
- Hardness
- Mohs ~3 – 4
- Density
- Approx. 1.5 g/cm³
Get a quote for Plastic Media
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Plastic Media grain ranges
| Mesh / metric | Grain range (mm) |
|---|---|
| 12/16 | 1.20 – 1.70 |
| 16/20 | 0.80 – 1.20 |
| 20/30 | 0.60 – 0.80 |
| 20/40 | 0.40 – 0.80 |
| 30/40 | 0.40 – 0.60 |
| 40/60 | 0.25 – 0.40 |
| 60/80 | 0.18 – 0.25 |
| Metric | 0.10 – 0.20 |
| Metric | 0.15 – 0.25 |
| Metric | 0.25 – 0.50 |
| Metric | 0.50 – 0.80 |
| Metric | 0.80 – 1.20 |
| Metric | 1.20 – 1.80 |
Plastic Media areas of use
- Paint stripping of aerospace and composite parts
- Paint stripping of automotive parts
- Mould cleaning
- Deburring and precision cleaning
Which material and grain size suit your job?
Tell us your surface, blasting system and the quantity you need, and our sales team will get back to you.