S2 Ep1: Will It Blast? - Sandblasted Pet Memorial Paver with Color Fill

www.ikonicsimaging.com | In this episode of Will It Blast?, Peter and Amber kick off Season Two by answering common questions about sandblasting pet memorial paver stones. From film type to grit size to color fill, they cover it all!
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Do you have a substrate you want us to test? Comment below with suggestions for the next episode of Will It Blast? and we will put your ideas to the test.
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Products used in this video:
CrystalBlast Pro: ikonicsimaging...
MMX Film (10mil): ikonicsimaging...
150 Grit Silicon Carbide: ikonicsimaging...
Application Adhesive: ikonicsimaging...
Wire Wheel: ikonicsimaging...
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[@randygoforth]

Definitely do the Lithichrome. Been using it for 24 years.

[@IKONICSImaging]

Great tip!

[@blackbox2007]

Great video. Nice tip with rubber mallet use. I would have appreciated seeing a closer view of the substrate . enjoyed bloopers at end. Thank you!

[@IKONICSImaging]

Thank you Lee! We will keep this in mind for future videos. In the meantime, here is a link for a little more information on the 10mil photoresist film we used. ikonicsimaging.com/mmx-roll.html // Thanks for watching and have a great day!

[@natehildreth1504]

“You don’t need to put a lot on” proceeds to cover whole stone

[@IKONICSImaging]

Hi Nate! Just to clear up any confusion that when the adhesive is discussed, we simply suggest that "not a lot" means don't put on thick globs of glue. You can still cover a large surface with adhesive, but you want a very thin layer of it or it won't dry properly. Feel free to call us with any questions. 1-800-643-1037

[@mohammadrazanayel2542]

Wonderful work, for sure it was the best but everyone may not sandblast glass only, show the result on Granite Stone, engraving or sandblasting any Image ( Portrait ) in halftone , let's see how much perfect it works! If it gives a perfect result on granite, I would order a Sandblasting Cabinet Plus all attachments ( Air pressure- Compressor, Photo resist film and vinyl ...etc. You are humbly requested to make a vdo on a photo sandblasting on granite 1ft X 1ft. I would be one of your customer, thanks in adv.

[@IKONICSImaging]

We will add it to the content list. Thanks for the feedback!

[@MommaV]

Love the rubber mallet! Gotta try the new film ! Luv your segments!

[@IKONICSImaging]

Thank you Vicki!

[@mohammadrazanayel2542]

Great job, what sand does it use for Stone Engraving, specially Granite , please name the sand, thank you

[@IKONICSImaging]

Silicon Carbide 150 mesh

[@concreteblue22]

Any way to get the price down on the blasting mask? It would cost $10.00 per stone to make one that size, plus labor, sand, and the stone. Not much left profit-wise.

[@IKONICSImaging]

Not knowing your specific setup, it is hard to advise how to reduce your individual cost and we suggest that you contact our sales reps at 1-800-643-1037 to discuss specific needs. In general, however there are a few things that we suggest that can reduce the cost such as buying film by the 100' roll and not by the sheet, which may initially cost more, but when doing a large volume of work is more cost effective per square inch. Using photoresist film is also recommended as it cuts out much of the labor cost involved with weeding plotter cut vinyl products. Another tip for increasing ROI is to choose to carve high-detailed artwork, which can be sold for a greater profit.

[@christinemason2938]

Where can I go to have this done. I’m in Garner, NC, and bought a cement paver for my let today

[@IKONICSImaging]

We manufacture the sandcarving equipment and supplies at IKONICS Imaging. We work with many sandcarvers and companies in the industry and recommend www.4everinmyheart.com/ as a great place to get sandcarved pet memorials.

[@mohammadrazanayel2542]

Sir,with due respected and humble submission , I would love and personally request you and your respected team to make a vdo and show that an Image ( Portrait photo ) is carved / itched. this would build more interest get to know and be interested to own a sandblasting system you produce. I want to see and be satisfied for the best Photo Engraving through sandblasting, I would love to have a complete sandblasting system. You and your team is requested to consider my request, I know such kind vdo would open the doors for your customers to contact your for more items. Thanks in adv. Your follower Raza

[@harshulgupta7324]

Can you please tell me the name of good adhesive to be used

[@IKONICSImaging]

This is the blastable adhesive we typically use for projects such as this. ikonicsimaging.com/accessories/application-supplies/application-adhesive.html

[@geoffwarleigh3768]

hey there. what is the bench surface?

[@IKONICSImaging]

Hi Geoff Warleigh. Could you explain further what you mean by 'bench surface'?

[@RaSpectph]

What specs of your compressor?

[@IKONICSImaging]

Chris, In this video Iwe were blasting around 60 psi with a 3/32 opening on the sandblast nozzle and with a sandcarving machine with pressure pot feed. With those conditions, you will need minimum 9.5 CFM at 90 psi. If you have further questions or would like to discuss compressor specs some more, please contact our technical specialist, Darin Jones at [phone] x113 or [e-mail]

[@nanoblasting]

what sand media you used ?

[@IKONICSImaging]

For tough stones likes granite or brick, we suggest to use between 150# and 180# of either Silicon Carbide or Aluminum Oxide. Typically we would suggest Silicon Carbide 150# for this type of project. Your abrasive will last longer in your sandcarver and the blasting time will be cut in half in terms of the mesh size.

[@nanoblasting]

@@IKONICSImaging thanks brother, I'll try .. 👍