About Cleaning Glass Beads
Glass Bead for Cleaning
Glass Beads cleaning removes/cleans foreign substances from the surface without a dimensional change to the surface thus restoring part performance lost due to the build-up of harmful heat scale and carbon deposits. Cleaning of metal surfaces prior to painting or plating ensure better performance of the coatings. A wide range of bead sizes is available.
Features:
It does not cause damage to the product and its dimension
It provides a smooth and economic cleaning
- It fits frequent cleaning
- It is used on welding surface
- It removes surface oxidation, flame stains...
- It combines cleaning, finishing and peening in one operation.
CLEANING GLASS BEADS SIZE CHART
NORMAL DIAMETER (85%)
| US SIEVE | UM |
| 20-30 | 800-600 |
| 30-40 | 600-425 |
| 40-60 | 425-250 |
| 50-80 | 300-180 |
| 60-100 | 250-150 |
| 70-140 | 212-106 |
| 100-200 | 150-75 |
| 200-325 | 75-45 |
SPECIFICATION
| Sio2 ( Silicon Dioxide) | 70% |
| Hardness | 5.5 Mohs |
| Density | 2.4-2.6g/cm |
| Roundness | 85% |
| Colour | Colourless and transparent with no visible bubbles or impurities |
| Grain Shape | Round / Spherical |
| Solubility | Insoluble |
QUALITY AND TECHNICAL SUPPORT
Efficient results are best achieved through quality media and proper procedures and methods. Accurate size distribution, consistent grain sizes, high percentage of roundness, minimal air inclusions and irregular particles are the qualities you need in Cleaning Glass Beads media.
The versatility and ease of use in Glass Bead, along with its safety and environmental factors has allowed it to grow into one of the most use Sand Blasting media today.
We also can produce sandblasting beads based on customers special requirements.
Precision Cleaning with High DurabilityEngineered from soda lime glass, our transparent cleaning beads provide effective abrasion while maintaining substrate integrity. Their spherical shape and consistent grain size guarantee a uniform finish across diverse surface-cleaning and shot-peening projects.
Versatile Applications for Industrial NeedsWhether used for deburring, shot peening, or cleaning delicate equipment, these beads high impact resistance ensures reliability in demanding environments. Their non-bonded, free-flowing nature allows smooth operation in bulk processing and automated systems.
Efficient Packaging and Bulk SupplyTo meet varied industrial requirements, we offer glass beads in secure bags, durable drums, and practical bulk formats. As a trusted supplier, dealer, and manufacturer in India, we provide consistent supply and competitive solutions for all your surface finishing needs.
FAQs of Cleaning Glass Beads:
Q: How are cleaning glass beads typically used in surface cleaning and deburring applications?
A: Cleaning glass beads are blasted onto surfaces using specialized equipment. The spherical, fine beads gently clean, deburr, and prepare metal or glass surfaces without causing damage, making them ideal for precision work in manufacturing and restoration.
Q: What benefits do soda lime glass beads offer over other abrasive materials?
A: Soda lime glass beads are inert, non-toxic, and recyclable, providing high impact resistance and uniform results without embedding particles or leaving residues. Their transparency and consistent hardness make them excellent for gentle yet effective cleaning and peening.
Q: When is it recommended to use transparent/clear glass beads versus other media?
A: Transparent glass beads are ideal when a uniform matte or satin finish is desired, or when it is important not to alter the substrates dimensions. They excel in applications requiring cleanliness, non-contamination, and aesthetic enhancement.
Q: Where can I purchase these cleaning glass beads in India?
A: You can obtain these cleaning glass beads from authorized dealers, distributors, exporters, manufacturers, retailers, suppliers, traders, and wholesalers throughout India. Packaging options include bags, drums, and bulk quantities.
Q: What is the process for using glass beads for shot peening?
A: In shot peening, fine glass beads are propelled onto the materials surface, creating compressive stresses that enhance fatigue resistance and durability. The high toughness and Mohs hardness (5.56.0) of the beads ensure efficient surface treatment.
Q: How does the high impact resistance of these beads contribute to their performance?
A: Their high impact resistance ensures that the beads do not fracture easily during repeated blasting cycles. This maintains their cleaning efficacy, reduces dust generation, and extends the lifespan of both the beads and the processing equipment.
Q: What are the safety and chemical considerations when handling these glass beads?
A: Being odorless, chemically inert (composed of SiO2, Na2O, CaO), and non-bonded, these glass beads are safe for general industrial handling. Nevertheless, appropriate personal protective equipment should be used to prevent inhalation of fine particles during application.