Wet blasting and dry shot blasting often use similar media to achieve the desired processing result.
Unlike dry blasting that only uses a solid abrasive media, wet blasting processes use a slurry of water with the shot blasting media. This greatly cushions the impact energy on the work pieces, providing gentler, yet effective results for delicate work pieces. The achieved surface finish and appearance will also differ between wet and dry processes, even when the same media type and size are used.
With more than 80 years of experience worldwide, Rosler can supply both the machines and media best suited for your wet blasting needs.
Common Media Types
As long as it is heavier than water and not water soluble, practically any media used for dry blasting can be used for wet blasting.
It is important to consider the usefulness of the media compared to its cost. While a cheaper or longer-lasting media may be available, it may also require additional processing time to accomplish the desired surface finishing. Selecting the most appropriate media for your process requires balancing initial costs with overall results.
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