BLACK BEAUTY® Fine Abrasive 20/40 Mesh Size for use in Sandblast Cabinet

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: 50 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.