Sandblasting Cabinet

Sandblasting Cabinet
Sandblaster
Information
Owner	Midsouth Makers
Tool Category	Tool -> Power Tool
Model	V1
Purchased On	2013-09-15
Cost	$60
Status	Available
Availability	Anyone may use
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Location

The Sandblasting cabinet is built into it's dedicated work station in the shop.

Features

• Usable Blasting Area: Approx 18in x 24in x 10in of comfortable working space.
• Operational PSI: 60-130psi
• A light

Consumables

• Sandblasting Nozzles (available at HF and Northern tool)
• Glass window 18x24in (Available at lowes in replacement glass section)
• Abrasive media
• Shopvac filter

Blasting Media Vendors

• Harbor Freight
• Kramer Industries

Recommended Safety Equipment

• Mask/Respirator
• Integrated work gloves
• Eye protection

Prior to each use

Verify

• BLASTING MEDIA MUST BE KEPT DRY AT ALL COSTS!
• Do not point blasting nozzle at the window. It will etch the glass.
• Check nozzle for tightness and for wear before each use.
• Shop vac is connected to the vacuum port and turned on. Shop vac is used to clear dust from field of view and apply negative pressure to seal the cover.

After each use

Clean

• Sweep the blasting media back into the collection chamber
• Close the valve from the air compressor leading to the air hose
• Bleed the air hose regulator
• Empty the shopvac

Replace

Please leave a donation for any sandblasting use. Blasting media costs on average $40 for 50lb. You can donate by giving cash to a board member, with paypal or with purchasing filament. Make a donation now.

Specs

Compressor	Air hose	Gun	Quick Connects	Glove size
High CFM Compressor	Standard 3/8 hose with swivel end	Ebay Special	Harbor Freight Specials	FAT

Blasting Media

Please refer to Blasting Media Comparison Chart to determine your needed blasting media.

Aluminum Oxide	Glass Bead	Walnut Shell
Etching	Slight polishing	Stripping/cleaning
Rough Finish	Satin Finish
70 Grit	80 Grit	varies
44lb on hand

Maintenance Performed

• 09/24/2013 First usage