Blast Cabinets & How To Select Blasting Media

[@ericlotze7724]

I'd say this is the best short video on this subject. Covered pretty much EVERYTHING you can use.

[@PetesGarage]

Thank you Eric

[@DanChampionJr]

I just borrowed a sandblaster, thought I would do some research before buying my media, found you, and am now very well informed. Thank you!

[@PetesGarage]

That's why I make videos, thanks Dan!

[@russb3816]

I just got my very first blast cabinet for Christmas and I had no idea what media to use. This video answered all my questions. Thank you so much for taking the time to explain everything. Great job and great video

[@PetesGarage]

Glad I could help!

[@allisonbrewer7894]

I do not own a Blaster nor have intentions of buying one. I am more of a stay at home mom that likes to piddle on everything. I seen a Blaster for sale on marketplace so came here to see what it is and how it is used and found your page and am so beyond fascinated by it all that I watched the entire video lol. I was raised to give praise where it is due and it is very impressive not only how much you know on the topic but that this is not ALL you do for a living! Thank you for the video I will certainly follow and check out your others to expand my learning on the ways of everything men (and women) do in garages that I never imagined

[@PetesGarage]

Thank you very much for watching Allison. You can do anything if you try

[@codyg3294]

Thank you for putting this video out there, it really helped to educate me about media blasting. It was very comprehensive & informative. Now I know what to look for before I order my media cabinet.

[@PetesGarage]

Thanks Cody

[@godwinflores4819]

After finishing this video, it felt like i attended a seminar. Thank you very much, sir. In 21 minutes i've learned a lot from you. I'm very thankful. I'm 20 and i want to learn about rebuilding engines. Also i'm planning to restore my CB750 DOHC Maraming salamat from the Philippines P.S., Subscribed, did not skip an ad so go enjoy a beer.

[@PetesGarage]

Glad to hear that

[@ninjapumkin]

Great video Pete once again. As important as the info on the cabinet and media. A proper compressor that can handle the CFM flow of that blaster. If your blasting for 1/2 - 1 hour a to small of a compressor will continuously run and over heat. Excess heat creates more moisture which the water separator can not handle. A 5 Hp compressor may push 18-20 cfm but the blast cabinet may require 30 cfm as an example.

[@PetesGarage]

Awesome suggestion, I'll make a video about compressor selection

[@shaun2055]

Hello from the UK 🇬🇧. This is a great video Pete, very informative, articulately explained with no waffle. I’ve just subscribed & look forward to surfing through your library. Thank you.

[@PetesGarage]

Awesome, thank you!

[@SouthernSpeedVideos]

Best video on the Tube for media types. Thanks for making this Pete! Super informative. 👍🏻

[@PetesGarage]

Wow....thank you very much my friend

[@perspectivex]

I agree. At least of the first dozen or so that pop up in the search results on youtube for "choosing sandblasting media"

[@pesnet7]

Pete's Garage Good afternoon, Thank you for your explanation that this is a real lesson on blasting with abrasive media. And also the employment of each depending on the piece you want to work on and the final quality you want to get. Very good your work. Thanks. Brazil.

[@PetesGarage]

Thank you my friend

[@chrismarek7864]

I'm glad I ran across this video. I have an old decommissioned traffic light that I want to restore and use in my garage as a decorative piece. The casing is made of aluminum and thanks to you Pete, I have a better idea of what kind of media to use for removing the old paint off the components.

[@PetesGarage]

Awesome! Good luck

[@EdAgers110]

Extremely comprehensive and informative!! Thank you for sharing.

[@PetesGarage]

Thanks my friend

[@Casperski1312]

Straight forward and informative, your video was exactly what I needed. Thanks for the work you put into this.

[@PetesGarage]

Thanks my friend

[@archigeist84]

This is better than 99.9% of youtube videos. Thank you!

[@PetesGarage]

Thanks my friend

[@ZeaLDailyParanormal]

Dam right

[@NomadxActual]

Man what an informative video!! YT needs more like this thank you!

[@PetesGarage]

I appreciate that!

[@regfendick8542]

Fantastic introduction, Pete. It answered a lot of basic questions for me.

[@PetesGarage]

Glad it was helpful!

[@colinlawrence2186]

Awesome video thanks for taking the time to share your experiences with us God bless you and stay safe in these troubled times 🙋‍♂️ 🇬🇧

[@PetesGarage]

Thank you very much, you as well Colin

[@shaggy1571]

this was seriously helpfull im just geting into sandblasting and had no idea what typ to use for what thnx for the info

[@PetesGarage]

Awesome! Thanks for watching and good luck

[@PetesGarage]

@dereksdiatribe That is absolutely true

[@vaughanmaybury2825]

Very well presented, comprehensive information - thanks Pete.

[@PetesGarage]

Thanks my friend

[@timoneal9654]

Very comprehensive look at all the materials available--thank you. I'm trying to discern what media to consider when cleaning automotive aluminum parts like an intake and rear-end third-member housing. Just trying to freshen up parts that have sat around for years and have that aged, oxidized look. Both are cast with machined surfaces. Sounds like I wouldn't use glass or aluminum oxide. I'm going to look into walnut and plastic first then perhaps glass bead if those aren't getting it done. Thanks again.

[@PetesGarage]

I use crushed glass all the time, it's cheap and leaves a great finish on cast parts

[@ChrisSofos]

Very informative video. I just bought a sandblasting cabinet and I was wondering what media should I use! I found all the answers I was looking for in your video. Thank you!!!

[@PetesGarage]

You are welcome!

[@eddiebrown9590]

Mate Mate Mate, once again you have done a great job,, I mean it, I was just about to buy a cabinet and was thinking how the hell will i know what to use, and your vid popped up,,, I thank you, just subscribed, like your attitude... Eddie Australia

[@PetesGarage]

That's awesome! Thanks Eddie

[@bradleyhajost7161]

Pete thank you so much for sharing your expert knowledge!👌🏻😊

[@PetesGarage]

My pleasure!

[@blackbear92201]

Awesome video! Well-thought-out modifications to the stock cabinet. Thanks for posting!

[@PetesGarage]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@jrultimate3dhuntllc524]

Awesome video! Very very informative especially for someone just starting out. Thank you !

[@PetesGarage]

Always trying to help

[@Jacobsideways64]

Fantastic info. I'm new to sand blasting and this helped me out a lot.

[@PetesGarage]

Thanks Jacob

[@budhills9303]

Nice job explaining the process. Good info about the danger of using sand. Thank's t

[@PetesGarage]

Thanks Bud

[@scouseaussie1638]

Finally, someone who knows what he’s talking about👍

[@PetesGarage]

Thank you my friend

[@plugger410]

I’m going to be blasting a carb soon. I’ve heard a lot about soda blasting for carburetors. Surprised it didn’t make the list. Having said that, this video was amazing. Thanks for always making such informative videos!

[@PetesGarage]

Soda blasting is a bit different which it why I didn't include it. I'll make a video about that.

[@TerryTalton]

Thank you so much! I've been looking for the practical difference between glass bead and crushed glass. You covered that and so much more! Thanks!

[@PetesGarage]

Glad it was helpful!

[@YcartOniuqa]

Best covered and to the basic point of subjects. Thank you.

[@PetesGarage]

You're very welcome!

[@geneva760]

Great video - thanks - and FINALLY - someone warns the 'layperson' about "free silica" issues when using sand (causes silicosis). I like to put on a pair of the cheapest lightest cotton gloves you can purchase - makes it much more comfortable inside the gloves - HA - not a nice feeling when your hands begin to 'squirm' inside those rubber/plastic gloves. Stainless steel shot can be a better solution than just 'plain' steel shot. Have a safe and nice day all. CHEERS from AUSTRALIA.

[@PetesGarage]

Thank you my friend

[@krumpittube]

Thanks, as others have said, great info and really helpful to me especially as I’m just starting out in home sandblasting. Cheers 👍

[@PetesGarage]

Thanks my friend

[@MrRebar15]

Thanks for the info Pete, great job explaining everything. God Bless.

[@PetesGarage]

Thank you very much my friend

[@Tmrfe0962]

Thank you. Had lots of questions and you answered them all. I also bought that coal slag from T.S. And my 150. Psi compressor wouldn’t push it with any consistency....I suspect the size was too large. Appreciate your time and experience.

[@PetesGarage]

Thanks Billy

[@sweetlou5902]

Thanks very informative for me, the beginner to understand different types of media.

[@PetesGarage]

That's why I make 'em

[@wwindsunrain]

Super helpful! Really good content. Thank you for making this.

[@PetesGarage]

Glad it was helpful!

[@Vikingman2024]

Suggestion for glass bead supplier for the home shop? Excellent video!! Glass bead peening improves the fatigue life of a part by up to 1000% according to some industry experts.

[@PetesGarage]

I buy my stuff from Hillcrest because the are the manufacturer and are close to me. I'm not sure if they ship though. You can try hillcrestcoatings.com/index.htm

[@crappycrafts3491]

I’m getting deep into woodworking, And think a sandblaster would be a good jmvestment, this was super informative and I appreciate the help

[@PetesGarage]

Thanks for watching!

[@chrisenns8399]

Pete, you sure know your stuff. Excellent video. Very informative.

[@PetesGarage]

Thanks my friend

[@joelopinto2998]

Wow, somebody that knows what they're talking about, refreshing.

[@PetesGarage]

Thanks Joe

[@Roma5240]

Best video out there for beginners like myself, very knowledgeable and seems like a cool guy to have a beer with. What would be the best to use for alloy wheels for stripping off paint and to repaint them. And also for stripping off paint off alloy wheels for polishing after

[@PetesGarage]

or 2? It depends what's on there. Crushed glass is good for alloy

[@danshealthylifestyle8443]

Man you were getting little off topic in the beginning but I’m glad I stuck around thanks well explained

[@PetesGarage]

Glad you liked it!

[@KaJoClLo]

Great detail and easy to understand for my dry blasting kit, crushed Glass it will be. Cheers Pete

[@PetesGarage]

Glad it helped, thanks my friend

[@trevordeane3940]

Good informative video Pete. Coming from Europe where sand is banned within the European Union for blasting, I am always surprised that it is not also banned in the states!

[@PetesGarage]

It depends on the state

[@steveobrien8792]

I busted out laughing when you were talking about the corn cob media and said that it comes in "Grits" I had this mental image of trying to buy 50 pounds of Grits from a grocery store!

[@PetesGarage]

Just don't cook the grits first

[@Gerrit-Max]

I'll be saving this video for future reference. Big thumbs up from me as I want to learn all this stuff.

[@PetesGarage]

Thanks my friend

[@Fun_Drippin]

Thanks this was a great video. I've been planning on anodizing some aluminum and I was wondering about doing some blasting to play with finishes. This definitely helps

[@PetesGarage]

Glad I could help

[@geewhite32]

Thank you for this very informative video (video for goodness sake). I have aluminium oxide, not strong enough for a motorbike swing arm for removing paint. I think I need Glass. I have soda for motorbike carbs, works great and dissolves in the ultra sonic cleaner. I have garnet, not used it yet, I believe it is similar to Alu-Oxi. Just started testing different media in my shed (30ftx14ft) with two blasting cabinets. Once again thank you. Ps..walnut shells sound cool. Cheers. Gee.

[@PetesGarage]

That sounds pretty cool

[@pgoessnitzer]

Thanks very much for the information. I found your presentation very informative and helpful!

[@PetesGarage]

Great to hear!

[@x_ph1l]

Excellent video, thanks a lot for this intro to blasting media!

[@PetesGarage]

Glad you like it!

[@ado734]

thanks for all ur free info, am just getting into blasting,,cars boats etc ,i liked and subscribed

[@PetesGarage]

Thank you and welcome to Pete's Garage

[@johnhenderson8733]

excellent video both in content and delivery well done,thank you!

[@PetesGarage]

Thanks my friend

[@williamsclio378]

Just what I was after, thanks very much, very informative video which has really assisted me! Subscribed

[@PetesGarage]

Awesome, thank you!

[@AustrianAnarchy]

Back in my aviation days, walnut shells were what the mechanics used for cleaning inside turbine engines.

[@PetesGarage]

They do work very well.

[@chadhyams1057]

Great video Pete. I do a lot of media blasting myself for my projects. Have you ever heard of Skat Blast? They make excellent blast cabinets and accessories all made in the USA in Canton, Ohio and very reasonable prices for the quality they offer. They have a great LED cabinet light system that works great inside most blast cabinets. I use their 946 and 780TL cabinets for most of my jobs and I think they are some of the best cabinets out there in that size range. Since you have this great channel on You Tube, Skat Blast may send you some products to use in some of your videos. The parent company of Skat Blast is TP Tools. Check them out. I think you'll like what they have. For the record I am in no way associated or sponsored by them. Just an avid car restoration hobbiest that loves quality tools to make the job easier and better.

[@PetesGarage]

Thanks Chad...I've bought stuff from TP Tools before, they do have some awesome products.

[@sarahwebster8927]

Great video but still unsure on which is best for rusty parts like brake calipers, hubs, suspension components etc

[@PetesGarage]

Crushed glass

[@izzycamaro]

Great video, very informative especially for someone just starting out. Thank you ! 1

[@PetesGarage]

Thanks my friend

[@entiendo77]

Thanks is awesome advise from a pro, again thanks hope all goes great for you and fam.

[@PetesGarage]

Thank you my friend

[@SteveP-vm1uc]

I knew I would be coming back to this video. Here I am.. lol.. So I have an aluminum intake manifold for my 440. It is used and has a few different paint jobs on it. It had never been port matched and that is what I am doing this weekend, but I want to bring it back to a nice clean aluminum finish as new or better. So I know you went over it, but I want your sure fire answer. So CRUSHED glass or glass beads? My cabinet is a bit bigger than yours, but oddly, it is flat on the bottom. PITA!!!! Also when's the next video buddy?? I'd love to see a full prep before the machine shop video. Removing flash and opening up oil and water channels. Any oil return tricks and so on.. Hope to see you soon!!!

[@PetesGarage]

Hey Steve....great videos ideas. I'll put them on the list. Go with glass beads, it will make it look smoother and more shiny

[@deltajohnny]

Great video, very informative 👏👏👏😍😍😍

[@PetesGarage]

Glad you think so!

[@JMKGarage]

Thanks for sharing. Good information to have owning a small blast cabinet myself

[@PetesGarage]

I found this size very useful, anything larger would be too much

[@shotgunreloader4964]

@@PetesGarage What is the model number of the cabinet? thanks for the informative video

[@peterharris550]

Good video thanks for your time best regards Peter over the pond

[@PetesGarage]

Thank you so much my friend

[@jeremybeasley2998]

I am so glad you made this video. Thank you!

[@PetesGarage]

You are so welcome!

[@vevenaneathna]

thinking of experimenting with some big grain high hardness abrasive media as an initial layer in body armor. thanks for uploading this explanation. im pretty sure jagged medial will tend to bunch of and kind of cling togeather under high force concentrations.... kind of like how tension rods can support a crumbling ceiling underground. those angles sure do seem important

[@alexvignola7328]

can put out put out a chart showing recommend media for blasting different items including recommended grits and and suggest pressure and cfm needed.

[@PetesGarage]

Media manufacturers already have those charts

[@alexvignola7328]

@@PetesGarage thank yiu

[@JamesDoylesGarage]

This was the BEST on media. Thank you so much. Have you ever used anything with a Vapor blaster?

[@PetesGarage]

Yes I have, they work very well

[@DavidWalklin]

Well done, that man

[@Atlantismonkey40]

Thanks for information. Very well explained.

[@PetesGarage]

Thanks Allen

[@randbrown9845]

I manage a small to medium size manufacturing company. We produce a lot of welded steel parts, and recently got a fairly large blasting cabinet to help prep our parts for painting and speed up the process. We have been using aluminum oxide blast media, but we are thinking about switching to steel grit. Your video confirmed that. I am wondering what grit size would be best to use. Just regular mild low carbon steel welded parts. We paint them with a regular oil based paint. We are trying to remove as much of the weld mess left over and loose mill scale. Looking for the best and quickest way to properly prep for painting. Any recommendations on grit size?

[@PetesGarage]

Anything in the 297 to 700 micron range

[@stevekelly4103]

Great story. I need to know about which tips to use with crushed glass. I'm having a flow problem

[@PetesGarage]

It does take some trial and error

[@alfainc5868]

Thank you very good information I've been wondering about all this.

[@paulspencer7401]

Really informative.

[@PetesGarage]

Glad you liked it

[@alialmesri1588]

Great info, thanks for the video.

[@PetesGarage]

Glad it was helpful!

[@norwich93CMP]

Great job Pete!

[@PetesGarage]

Thanks my friend

[@MaedarOH]

Thanks for the well made video and helpful advice!

[@PetesGarage]

Thanks my friend

[@wadehuckins1353]

Hi Peter, thank you for the good info. I am going to restore a 1978 Z28 Camaro, with a 396 in it, M22 4spd and going to put a 9" winters quick change with either 4.11 or 4.86 ring gear , change my street gear to my drag strip gears in 20 minutes and a half quart of shock proof gear oil at $9.50 a quart. Text when you can about any other ideas for media blasting. Metal prep for primers and what to do to make it look mint. Wade

[@PetesGarage]

That's a long answer to that question Wade

[@wadehuckins1353]

Hi Pete, yes I did managed a bodyshop for 10 years, I am into putting roll back car carriers together. I have toyed the DA 6"grinders needle gun no spray gun yet. I have done body off restore strip and prime and block 2000 to 3000 hours to paint the car the right way. Thanks Wade

[@PetesGarage]

Awesome, Thanks Wade

[@peterxm5647]

Great video Pete! Very informative

[@PetesGarage]

Thanks my friend

[@scottleppard288]

Very informative. Thanks, Pete!

[@PetesGarage]

Very welcome

[@andtastic1]

JPT. Thanks bud, really helpful video.

[@PetesGarage]

Thanks my friend

[@donngrimes6179]

Thank you. Very informative.

[@PetesGarage]

Thanks Donn

[@bmfilmnut]

Well done! This is very informative. Question: I've never done sandblasting before I plan on sandblasting my aluminum motorcyle wheels the next time I change the tires and before I polish them to a high shine. What blasting material would you recommend for that application? Thanks again for posting this.

[@PetesGarage]

Crushed glass is a great all-around media. Thanks for watching

[@timgriego9748]

First time ive seen you. you really know your shit about blasting materials and it helped me big time. Thank you

[@PetesGarage]

Happy to help Tim

[@DavidHorne-l7t]

Really useful info,thank you mate,take care

[@PetesGarage]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@jmcenterprises9591]

Thanks Pete for the video.

[@PetesGarage]

Thanks J

[@grahamkechnie209]

Great video. Very comprehensive, 👍🏻🇨🇦

[@PetesGarage]

Thanks 👍

[@wizzarin424]

Crush glass is very UNSAFE to inhale. You do NOT want this stuff in your lungs. Always use a respirator when doing any blasting.

[@PetesGarage]

Thank you

[@matty332010]

thx so much for this video!! I will be referring this this in the future.

[@PetesGarage]

Glad it was helpful!

[@robertescoto5060]

Pete thank you for the great tutorial! I just subscribed to your videos.... Bob

[@PetesGarage]

Awesome, thank you!

[@earlcousins6635]

Excellent Info! Thanks much!

[@PetesGarage]

Thanks Earl

[@elmandracula]

An excellent guide for blast media. Thx. But I have one question: The Walnut Shells used for fiberglass could be used also for plastic? keeping in mind that most of the car bumpers are from plastic and not fiberglass.

[@PetesGarage]

Correct

[@ApophisApr]

Hi Pete, just watched this very informative video. Was wondering if you could update it with examples of the different types of finishes produced by the different types of media? This would be extremely helpful to us beginners in this type of field. Thanks.

[@PetesGarage]

Great suggestion!

[@750iV12]

Great info video. I’m in process of removing Carburettors and rocker covers etc (Engine parts). Want to prep for powder coat. Was thinking of using crushed glass or walnut shells? Or any other?

[@PetesGarage]

Crushed glass works great for powder coat prep

[@surfearth1]

What would you suggest for blasting cast iron? For example, cast iron Singer sewing machine stands or cast iron lawn chairs and tables with tons of angles?

[@PetesGarage]

Whatever is cheapest, crushed glass

[@juddroxursox]

Great info! Thanks Pete

[@jaygrimm3161]

Thanks for the explanations of the different abrasives. I want to start blasting but have concerns about safety and what I am breathing in even with a respirator. What is the safest blasting materials to use. You mentioned crushed glass is very safe, same for glass beads?

[@PetesGarage]

Any media is safe with the right respirator. Beads and crushed glass would be the same

[@Dr_Xyzt]

Have you ever used vapor blasting? I'm gonna have a Coyote timing cover done soon. -- Are you able to embed glass particles into the substrate for a sparkle effect? Some sandblast finishes turn out absolutely gorgeous. - My sandblast guy left a really sweet finish on my aluminum wheels using coal slag. They look like flat white at night, but during the day, they have an intense glow. We were going to powdercoat them finish-line silver, but we're gonna clearcoat them instead.

[@PetesGarage]

I know someone who does it and it works awesome.

[@mWaffen]

Excellent advice!!!!

[@brucedash696]

Great video,great info and excellent examples. I have a laser engraving business and can engrave most items, but now I ave customers bringing me very odd snapped items. I started looking into blasting/etching to achieve what customers want. Have a possible large order, if I’m able to do it to put their logo on a lantern. This is something that I can not do in m laser do to shape. Can make a template and mask off what I want to keep but not su what media would be bet. Material is powder aluminum. Any suggestions?

[@PetesGarage]

Crushed glass will etch that nicely

[@cbcarper9681]

Excellent video thank you. I learned a lot

[@PetesGarage]

Glad it was helpful!

[@williamlanphar630]

I just watched this and it is very informative. I have a couple Harley Davidson servi-car frames that need blasting. They have sat outside for some time and are about 80 years old. They were brazed together. I will use a portable blast unit to clean them. Would you think the crushed or glass bead media be best ? Thanks

[@PetesGarage]

I do use crushed glass the most

[@williamlanphar630]

@@PetesGarage Thank you. I will try that !