Compare garnet and aluminum oxide for blasting based on cost per part — not just bag price. Garnet generates less dust, reduces nozzle wear, and lowers rework rates, making it more economical for open, single-use outdoor blasting. Aluminum oxide works better in enclosed recycling systems. Learn which abrasive delivers lower total cost for your operation.
1. "Finer mesh = cleaner, better finish" It sounds right, but it's wrong for most jobs. 120 mesh lacks the impact to strip heavy rust or thick coatings on carbon steel. We've seen this cut cleaning efficiency by 40% vs. standard 30/60 mesh. That's 16+ square meters lost in an 8-hour shift — $200+ a
Under ultra-high pressure waterjet cutting, abrasive stability depends heavily on particle integrity. See why SGA river garnet typically generates fewer fines and supports more consistent cutting performance.