Rubber Parts for Sandblasting
Sandblasting (or abrasive blasting) is a surface treating method, during which an abrasive particulate substance is blown – usually via a compressor – onto the target surface in order to clean it, to prepare it for the application of paint or other coating, or to smooth it. Contrary to its name, the abrasive material used is not necessarily sand, the particles can be made of steel or gentler substances, such as plastic, baking soda or glass beads.
Abrasive blasting can be done either in an open loop, mostly outside, where the scattering of the abrasive material and its collection after the procedure do not pose a problem. Alternatively, we can use a closed loop, and do the sandblasting inside a blast cabinet or blast room. The abrasive particles cannot escape from these containments, so they are easier to gather afterwards.
Another subtype of abrasive blasting is wet blasting, where water is blown alongside the abrasive material, reducing the erosion of the target surface.
Be it wet or dry abrasive blasting, either in an open or closed loop, however, the effective and safe application of these methods requires certain high quality rubber products.
The first such rubber part that may come to mind is the abrasion resistant hose, through which the abrasive particles reach the hand-held nozzle. This rubber component must be replaced regularly due to the constant physical effects it suffers. You can find high quality abrasion resistant hoses at consumer friendly prices in our online rubber store.
Another important aspect is the protection of the personnel doing the abrasive blasting. This can be ensured with personal protective gear, such as safety work gloves, face protectors, helmets or beanies, hearing and respiratory protection: half masks of full face respirators. There is a variety of work safety gear in our webshop, perfect for not only sandblasting, but for any other work!
On the other hand, if we choose to do abrasive blasting in a closed loop, inside a sandblasting cabinet or room, we have to ensure its adequate inside cover. For this end, our online rubber store provides abrasion resistant SBR/NR rubber sheets at bargain prices, in various sizes and Shore hardness, with or without fabric insertion.
If you are looking for rubber parts for sandblasting or any other purpose, you are sure to find the perfect rubber product for you in our webshop!