Garnet
Garnet sand is a mineral and iron-free product which has universal uses. As an abrasive sand, its main area of use is high-pressure water jet cutting. In addition, many customers use garnet sand for sweeping zinc-plated parts or for cleaning building exteriors.
Application
High pressure water jet cutting
Sweeping
Blasting
Fecade cleaning
Packaging:
In 25 kg bags or 1t / big bag
Blasting systems
Pressure blast machines
Injector blast machines
Available Mesh sizes
Mesh | mm |
|---|---|
# 2/20 | 0,85 – 1,40 |
# 20/40 | 0,50 – 1,00 |
# 30/60 | 0,20 – 0,60 |
# 80 | 0,180 – 0,400 |
# 120 | 0,125 – 0,250 |
# 200 | 0,075 – 0,150 |
# 325 | 0,045 – 0,090 |
Physical properties
Hardness | 7,5 - 8 Mohs |
Melting point | 1300 ˚C |
Bulk density* | 1,9 2,2 kg / dm3 |
Grain shape | Angular |
* Depending on grain size.
Chemical analysis
SiO2 | 35,00% |
Fe2O3 | 33,00% |
Al2O3 | 23,00% |
MgO | 7,00% |
MnO | 1,00% |
CaO | 1,00% |