Silicon Carbide
Qualities
- Extremely hard and sharp abrasive
- Will produce a matte surface finish
- Capable of metal removal
- Highly friable abrasive media which is reusable but less durable than brown aluminum oxide
- Cleaning or etching the hardest sub-surfaces
- May be required for some applications that require brazing or welding after blasting
- Used for grinding, lapping, and wire saw cutting as well as abrasive blasting
Specifications
- Angular shape
- MOHs hardness: 9.5
- Highly friable abrasive
- Micro grits available
- Approximately 105 lbs/cu. ft. bulk density
- Manufactured to ANSI Table 2 grit sizes
- Custom grit sizes and blends available