Sand Blasting Cabinet

Sand Blasting Cabinet
The outside corner of the finished cabinet
Information
Owner	Jwoodjr
Version	1.0
Status	In Progress
Started On	December 2009
Cost	$??

Overview

This was created due to a need for a sand blasting cabinet for a very cheap expense. Followed an idea posted on Instructables.com and implemented some modifications for my purpose. I installed a filtered outlet port as well as mounted a regulator/filter on the outside. There is a feed line for the air and a feed line for the actual blasting media of choice. So far I've worked with aluminum oxide and pla-sand. My initial desires are to use this in conjunction with a vinyl cutter to develop designs, place on glass then sand blast the negative space to etch the design into the glass.

Features

Implemented

This is a shot of the inside of the cabinet after its initial blasting

• Portable
  • Made from storage tub
  • Internal air hose
  • Quick disconnect for air compressor
• Limited construction
• Ability to reclaim blasting media
• Ability for future modification
• Inside lighting
• Minimal media loss due to escaping air
• Attached gloves

Incomplete

• Easier method for viewing panel replacement

Components

• Storage Tub
• Air Compressor
• Sand Blaster
• Air Regulator
• Vinyl Cutter

Cost of Materials

• Air Compressor = $75
• Air Regulator/Filter = $15
• Storage Tub = $4
• Air Hose = $15
• Sand Blaster Bucket and Gun = $24
• Misc. Air Hose Quick Connect Ends = $6
• Plexiglass Sheet = $7
• Liquid Nails = $4
• Fluorescent Work Light = $10
• Closet Flange Spacers (4) = $12
• Sandblasting Gloves = $7
• Misc nuts & Bolts = $6

Tools Used for Construction

• Hot Knife

• Dremel

• Drill

• Pliers

• Wrenches

• Thread Seal