Harsco's BLACK BEAUTY® blasting abrasive has been number one in the industry for nearly 80 years. The high-quality, chemically-inert, low-free silica and low-dusting BLACK BEAUTY® abrasives are utilized in a wide range of applications. This includes the removal of surface coatings such as rust, paint, and scale, from a variety of substrates, especially structural steel and concrete. Imitation may be the sincerest form of flattery, but there is only one original BLACK BEAUTY® abrasive.
- Fine grade BLACK BEAUTY®: Utilized for new construction, light paint and rust removal and special maintenance applications requiring reduced profiles.
- Fine Grit 20/40 Blast Media
- Use Fine for new construction, light paint and rust removal, and for special maintenance applications requiring reduced profiles. Bridge maintenance, light mill scale, paint and rust, new structural steel.
- *Minimum suggested nozzle size of 3/16 in. and under standard blasting conditions will achieve a 2.0-3.8 Mil profile*
- Quantity: 25 lbs. bag
Features and Benefits
- Low free silica less than 0.1% compared to sand at up to 99% free silica
- Fast cutting
- Uniform density
- Angular particle shape
- Chemically inert
- Consistent gradation
- Low dusting passes California Title 17 (CARB) (at select plants)
- Moisture-free media will not rust, pack, or attract dampness
- Gives a high degree of etch for better bonding
- Meets industry abrasive specifications and environmental standards
- A 100% recycled, "green" product
Product Data (Typical)
- Free Silica: less than 0.1%
- Particle Shape: angular, sharp
- Hardness: 6 to 7 on the Moh's scale
- Bulk Density: 75-100 lbs per cubic ft
- Specific Gravity: 2.73
- Moisture Content: less than 0.5%
Chemical Analysis
- Silicon Dioxide 48.78%
- Aluminum Oxide 20.97%
- Ferric Oxide 19.08%
- Calcium Oxide 6.02%
- Potassium Oxide 1.67%
- Titanium Dioxide 0.94%
- Magnesium Oxide 0.90%
- Sodium Oxide 0.62%
WARNING! This product can expose you to chemicals including sili_crys_airbo_partic_of_respirable_siz, tit_dio_airb_unb_part_of_respirable_size, chromium_hexavalent_compounds, cadmium, and beryllium, which is known to the state of California to cause cancer, reproductive harm, or respiratory irritation. For more information, go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov. Wash hands after handling.
