Acrylic (Type V) Plastic Abrasive Grit
Acrylic (Type V) Plastic Abrasive Grit is the softest plastic media used for ultra-sensitive surfaces while still providing an effective strip rate. Acrylic Plastic Abrasive Grit is the longest lasting and is used for aircraft surfaces and delicate parts.
PLASTIC ABRASIVE BLASTING MEDIA FOR CONTROLLED CLEANING AND SURFACE PREPARATION
Plastic Abrasive Blasting Media is a soft, lightweight abrasive designed for cleaning and coating removal on delicate surfaces. acrylic (Type V) plastic is the softest plastic media used for ultra-sensitive surfaces while still providing an effective strip rate. Kramer Industries supplies this media for aircraft surfaces, delicate parts, electronics, and other applications where surface protection is important.
Acrylic plastic abrasive grit provides controlled cleaning without generating heat during blasting. Its low aggressiveness helps reduce the risk of gouging, distortion, or damage to sensitive substrates. It is also durable and reusable, making it suitable for repeated surface preparation when the media and recovery system are properly managed.
Benefits
- Durable and Reusable
- Low Dusting
- Does not Generate Heat During Blasting
- Suitable for Multiple Substrates
- Meets MIL-P-85891
Blasting Applications
- Rubber Molds
- Urethane Bumpers
- Aircraft Engine Components
- Auto / Bus / Truck Bodies
- Trailers
- Helicopters
- Tanks
- Wheels
- Surface Sealants
- Airframes
- Aircraft Components
- Fiberglass Components
General Applications
- Printed Circuit Boards
- Semiconductors
- Soft Metals Such as Aluminum and Magnesium
- Carbon Graphite Composites
- Axial Lead Diodes / Capacitors / Clear Optical Sensors
- Computer Housing Panels
- Copper Armature Wires
- Metal Die-Castings
- Steel
- Gears
- Tire Molds
- Actuator Assemblies
- and More!
Plastic abrasive media is used where effective coating removal must be balanced with protection of the underlying surface. It can be used on aircraft components, automotive parts, fiberglass, molded plastics, soft metals, electronic components, and composite materials.
Type V acrylic media is particularly suited to ultra-sensitive substrates because it is softer than other plastic media. The material is also non-conductive, making it suitable for blasting sensitive electronic components where minimizing the risk of static discharge is important.
Acrylic plastic abrasive grit is commonly used in aerospace maintenance, automotive restoration, electronics manufacturing, and precision surface preparation. Kramer Industries offers this media for applications that require controlled stripping without the aggressive action of harder abrasives.
Acrylic Plastic for Sensitive Surface Preparation
When a substrate is vulnerable to scratching, warping, gouging, or heat, plastic blast media can provide a more controlled approach to coating and contaminant removal. Acrylic plastic abrasive grit can strip coatings while helping preserve the condition of the underlying material
Acrylic plastic abrasive grit is especially useful for aircraft exteriors, aircraft components, fiberglass, printed circuit boards, semiconductors, computer housing panels, and other sensitive parts. The media stays cool during blasting and does not generate the heat associated with some more aggressive abrasive processes.
Type V Acrylic Media for Aircraft and Automotive Work
Type V acrylic media is used for paint and coating removal from aircraft and automotive components. Its soft abrasive action can remove unwanted coatings while helping minimize distortion or surface damage.
Plastic abrasive media can also be used on aircraft engine components, wheels, tanks, trailers, airframes, and other parts where controlled stripping is required. The appropriate blasting pressure and media grade should be selected according to the substrate and coating.
Acrylic Plastic Abrasive Grit for Electronics and Composites
Because acrylic media is non-conductive, it can be suitable for cleaning and surface preparation involving sensitive electronic components. Applications include printed circuit boards, semiconductors, capacitors, sensors, and computer housing panels.
This media can also be used on carbon graphite composites, fiberglass components, soft metals such as aluminum and magnesium, and molded plastic parts. Kramer Industries supplies the media for precision applications where maintaining the original substrate is important.
Selecting Plastic Blast Media
Kramer Industries provides guidance on selecting media grades. The appropriate plastic blast media depends on the substrate, coating thickness, required strip rate, and desired surface condition. Acrylic is the softest of the plastic media options offered by Kramer and is intended for ultra-sensitive surfaces.
Plastic Abrasive Blasting Media can be compared with other options based on the required strip rate. For applications requiring a higher strip rate, other plastic media types may be considered based on substrate hardness and coating requirements. Plastic abrasive media selection should always account for blasting pressure, nozzle configuration, media size, recovery system, and the sensitivity of the part.
A plastic grit blasting media supplier can help match media size and equipment to the application. The appropriate blasting pressure and equipment setup should be selected according to the substrate, coating, and desired finish.
Reusability and Media Life
Plastic abrasive media can be reused for multiple blasting cycles when it remains clean and retains suitable particle characteristics. Actual media life depends on blasting pressure, surface material, coating type, recovery efficiency, and the condition of the abrasive after each cycle.
Acrylic plastic abrasive grit is designed for durability and long service life. Plastic Abrasive Blasting Media can support repeated processing when the media remains suitable for the application. Reusing the media where practical can reduce abrasive consumption and support a consistent finishing process.
Specifications
Acrylic (Type V) Plastic Abrasive Grit Specifications |
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Mesh Size |
Average Particle Sizethe smaller the mesh number, the coarser the grit |
Spec Sheet |
| 16-20 Mesh | 0.85-1.20 mm |  |
| 20-30 Mesh | 0.56-0.85 mm | |
| 30-40 Mesh | 0.42-0.56 mm | |
| 40-60 Mesh | 0.25-0.42 mm | |
| 60-80 Mesh | 0.16-0.25 mm | |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. Can you sandblast plastics?
Yes. Plastic parts can be blasted when the appropriate soft abrasive and operating conditions are selected. Type V acrylic media is designed for sensitive surfaces and can be used for controlled cleaning or coating removal on suitable plastic components without the aggressive action of harder mineral abrasives.
Q2. What is the safest abrasive media for sandblasting?
There is no single abrasive that is safest for every application. Media selection should consider the substrate, dust characteristics, coating, operating conditions, and required surface profile. Acrylic plastic abrasive grit is a soft option for sensitive surfaces, while proper ventilation, dust controls, and personal protective equipment remain important during blasting.
Q3. What is the most common abrasive blast media?
There is no single abrasive used for every blasting application. Common choices include mineral, glass, metal, organic, and plastic media, with selection based on the substrate and desired result. Plastic blast media is commonly used when coating removal is required without aggressive impact on the underlying surface.
Q4. What is Type V acrylic media used for?
Type V acrylic media is used for delicate coating removal and surface preparation on aircraft components, automotive parts, fiberglass, electronics, composites, soft metals, and other sensitive substrates. Its low aggressiveness makes it suitable when surface preservation is a priority.
Q5. Is acrylic plastic abrasive media reusable?
Yes. Acrylic plastic abrasive grit can be recycled for multiple blasting cycles depending on blasting pressure, surface material, recovery equipment, and media condition. Inspecting the media between cycles helps maintain consistent blasting performance.
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