Why NOT To Glass Bead- Vapor Honing Technologies

[@gc33]

That happens with high pressure glass. I've used low pressure glass blast and parts come up sweet. Still not as good as wet blast but they're good

[@VaporHoningTechnologies]

Have you considered purchasing a Wet Blast unit? We offer a Lifetime Warranty and Upgrade Option w/o Depreciation. Equipment starts at $2864 and goes up from there based on size, material, and "Bells and Whistles". Call or email for more information 828-202-5563 x 103 Niki [e-mail]

[@gc33]

@@VaporHoningTechnologies my unit I've built is as good if not better.... It's a front loading cabinet and I can fit a V8 engine in it if I needed to. I've also fitted a turntable as well. I've also constructed a closed loop filter tank as well. It has cost me around $1500aus. I'm guessing the figure you are talking is in American $$? That equates to just shy of $4k Australian. With that amount I can also purchase a 10hp compressor AND have 3 phase power installed to my home/garage for not much more. I use kiwi ingenuity... I make the most of what I've got when I've got it.

[@CS-xv6mx]

@@gc33 Yeah, they make good equipment but it's too pricey. Anyone that's gonna be using these machines should be able to make one for so much less cost. I built mine for less than $1500 US and it produces a professional finish.

[@siggyincr7447]

If the part is going to get painted, I'd prefer the matte finish. You'll get better adhesion with it.

[@VaporHoningTechnologies]

You have the option of using Aluminum Oxide in the Wet Blasting process and achieving the Matte Finish for repainting or powder coating, or for those that want to leave it looking as an original equipment piece, you can blast with Glass Bead and create the satin shiny finish of a Brand New part.

[@Mobileblaster]

Dry or wet you are comparing the grade of media not process I could dry blast and make it high shine better than yours makes no difference wet or dry well all wet dose is keep dust down. Loads of factors in blasting not just because you used water and before they was dry misleading video. Like saying this clear coat is shite because it's painted over 80 grit sanded mettle this one is better look at finishing on this 1 that's painted over 2000 grit very similar comparison

[@VaporHoningTechnologies]

Thank you for commenting. If we can interest you in Vapor Honing; please contact me at 828-202-5563 x 103 Niki or Email [e-mail]

[@JoelArseneaultYouTube]

If you're pushing glass bead so hard that you are smashing and getting it stuck in your material.... then your pressure is too high and you need to turn it WAY down. Glass bead (or steel shot) does just as good as the wet blasting you showed, is a lot less complicated, less messy and less expensive. To get a good finish on aluminum parts that are really nasty, or painted, first blast with walnut shells at 90-120 PSI to get the real nasty stuff off... then lower your pressure to 50 and finish with beat blasting.

[@MadLadsAnonymous]

Beat blasting? Do you mean glass bead blasting? Great info, man. Thank you.

[@JoelArseneaultYouTube]

Omid M. Haha. Yes. “Bead” although, they do use corn husk and walnut shell... why not beat flour 🤷‍♂️

[@VaporHoningTechnologies]

Glass bead does not embed in the surface with Vapor Honing. That is why we say Vapor Honing is gentler than dry.

[@JoelArseneaultYouTube]

@@VaporHoningTechnologies Glass bead does not embed in the surface when bead blasting if you have your pressure set correctly. Or you could get steel shot, and then you don't even have to be that careful about pressure. I get that there are good things about wet blasting, but your claim that it does not embed when vapor blasting seems like it's trying to get people to think that if you dry blast, you are guaranteed to have glass embedded.

[@lissettelopez8331]

@@JoelArseneaultKZbin Beat that flour until you got some biscuits.

[@drblast]

Good video, need to educate customers on the dynamics of media blasting. I too share the concern for eroding of stamping dates and or numbers etc., however, I am only a dry-blaster and use Plastic at low PSI, and you can see the numbers and casting information(s) remain after I media blast many items made of aluminum or magnesium. Good info.

[@VaporHoningTechnologies]

Thank you so much. Should you decide to give Vapor Honing a Try, please contact me at 828-202-5563 x 103 Niki [e-mail]

[@drblast]

@@VaporHoningTechnologies may be an option as I’m always looking to do better today than yesterday in my game.

[@deriyiyalgomas625]

Hola, saludos, e hecho el proceso con esferas de vidrio y agua pero no tengo el mismo acabado brillante en el alumunio, que me recomendarias ? que malla debo usar y cual seria la presion ideal ? Me serviria muchisimo tu respuesta, muchas gracias. 👍🤝

[@820performancecomptonbro4]

How long does this part would last with that awesome finish?

[@Etniesify]

How did you seal the surface of the vapour blasted part?

[@boostaddict_]

So it was over blasted, with sand before glass. I work in a sandblasting and powder coating shop lol, and our glass beading stuff looks way smoother than that. I know because I've done a lot of it, on some personal projects too. Glass beading can be done well, this is a poor example though.

[@VaporHoningTechnologies]

That's true, this is the worst of the worst we have seen. However, do you see a benefit to using Vapor Honing along side your current process? I believe they both have their benefits. Please contact us for more information at [e-mail] or 828-202-5563 x 103 Niki

[@matthewoanes5152]

That's not a glass bead finish on cast aluminum... it was probably sand blasted (matte finish), not glass bead blasted (semi-gloss finish).

[@VaporHoningTechnologies]

Thanks For more information or to place your Order Today; please contact me at 828-202-5563 x 103 Niki or Email [e-mail]

[@Drquimbaymatumbo]

Dry blasting is fine, if not done too intensely.

[@VaporHoningTechnologies]

You are correct, there are many different ways to restore parts. If you were to consider Vapor Honing, we offer a Lifetime Warranty and Upgrade Option w/o Depreciation. For more information or to place your order please contact me at 828-202-5563 x 103 Niki [e-mail]

[@Drquimbaymatumbo]

People tend to go abit "hardcore" with blasting. A little knowledge is dangerous, at times.

[@boostaddict_]

Yeah, this video is just them trying to sell their products lol. I've gotten almost identical finish with dry glass beads before, just takes some finesse and adjustment to the blasting setup.

[@northerniltree]

Definitely superior. media blasting has its place, guess I need another cabinet.

[@VaporHoningTechnologies]

Please let me know if I can help with any questions or purchases; [e-mail]

[@ChipsPlace1952]

Dustin have you been doing this vapor honing for a while now?

[@Ozravens]

What do you suggest if you don't want it so shiny Actually prefer the oe look? Can that still be achieved??? Nice video

[@VaporHoningTechnologies]

Yes it can be achieved. With Vapor Honing you can mix abrasives, therefore, add a little bit of an AO to tone down the finish. For more information please contact me at [e-mail]

[@brettgonzalez2015]

So what media are you using then?

[@VaporHoningTechnologies]

Glass Bead

[@uselogicplease2380]

How do you keep the cabinet from turning into a big rust ball??

[@lissettelopez8331]

Well sir, because it takes off the rust. So if it was a big rust ball, then it would take the rust off, then it would be just a big ball. But nice n shiny big ball.

[@jackkaufman3250]

I call bullshit....this is a bullshit comparison that part was either sand blasted or glass abrasive blasted and not finished with glass bead period.. if your gonna promote vapor honing then do so honestly not dishonestly and let people decide for themselves. don't take a part and blame it on something it wasn't just to make vapor honing look better because you will get called out for it like this.. i get as good or better results glass beading as you can with vapor honing period..anyone who glass beads will know exactly what i'm talking about.

[@jdh023]

Wonder how walnut shell blast media would compare?

[@VaporHoningTechnologies]

We have not tried Walnut Shells, my thoughts are it would swell up and not be able to pass thru the Slurry Pump. Have you considered Vapor Honing. Contact us at [e-mail]

[@earlcousins6635]

How long does a pair of gloves last?

[@VaporHoningTechnologies]

+Earl Cousins At least a year then the UV will crack them.

[@TheRebelyellers]

To be honest, it looked better before. Looks like a bad rattle can paint job has been done after the wet blast.

[@89hondaguysi]

Gee, no bias here.

[@VaporHoningTechnologies]

We LOVE the Vapor Honing Results over all others. Call for more information 828-202-5563 x 103 Niki [e-mail]

[@geneva760]

Many years ago I made some BIG BIG BIG mistakes ("OH NO - F-CK F-CK F-CK" type outcomes) using dry glass bead blasting (and probably way too much pressure as well) --- I now intend to install a wet blast cabinet, as well as the dry blast for certain applications. CHEERS from AUSTRALIA.

[@natfunk71]

The pricing information on the website has been impossible for me to find. How can I get accurate price and shipping data?

[@VaporHoningTechnologies]

Email me at [e-mail]. I am happy to email you the product guide with all detailed information on each machine and the pricing.

[@crice1uk]

Title is misleading. Should you not specify don't DRY glass bead since you use glass bead media in the vapour machine...?

[@VaporHoningTechnologies]

The title was to target folks who are hesitant about using glass bead for many reasons. This was to show that the Vapor Honing Process is very effective when cleaning and polishing and bringing back the OEM finish.

[@briank794]

I like the mat finish better

[@walkertongdee]

bead blast is definitely better look at all those dents on the right, there arent any on the left...

[@VaporHoningTechnologies]

I see what you are saying, however, the dents were always there, but made more evident bye Vapor Honing because it is showing the True Characteristics of the surface that can be hidden by "Bead Blasting". For more information email me at [e-mail]

[@cj599]

the average diy er cant affor 1000 bucks for a small garage blaster

[@VaporHoningTechnologies]

I certainly understand. We add value you will not find anywhere else. Email me and lets discuss how we can help you make this a reality. Thanks Niki 828-202-5563 x 103

[@FatCokMcgee]

Left one looks way better 🤷‍♂️

[@JD-so1zv]

“Why NOT to glass bead” makes a video using glass bead 🙄

[@VaporHoningTechnologies]

I believe the intent was Why NOT to Glass Bead (Dry) vs Wet. Maybe that should have been our title. For more information or to place your Order Today; please contact me at 828-202-5563 x 103 Niki or Email [e-mail]

[@vcmcrew]

Both were BLASTED WITH GLASS BEADS. Yah clowns. One was wet one was dry thats it

[@austinjunkman2449]

It's a better finish, but the "honda" and number in the casting were probably never complete.

[@VaporHoningTechnologies]

That is certainly possible, however, the thought is that Dry blast has the potential to remove material from the part and Vapor Honing is so Gentle, it will preserve Identifiers such as part numbers. For more information or to place your order please contact me at 828-202-5563 x 103 Niki [e-mail]