3 mm porcelain ball media for mass finishing and deburring. This micro-abrasive ceramic cuts, cleans, and leaves an extremely smooth surface that is bright but not reflective. A lighter alternative to steel shot for smaller vibratory bowls or rotary barrels, porcelain media has a long service life and is less likely to damage delicate work. Use wet with a suitable detergent compound.
Features
- 3 mm diameter porcelain spheres for fine cutting and smoothing
- Produces a bright, non-reflective finish
- Works in vibratory and rotary tumblers
- Lighter than steel — ideal where machine weight limits apply
- Very long service life; gentle on delicate edges and details
- Sold by the pound
Specifications
| Media Type |
Porcelain (ceramic) balls |
| Diameter |
3 mm |
| Finish Result |
Very smooth, bright (not mirror-reflective) |
| Compatible Processes |
Vibratory and rotary tumbling (wet) |
| Use With |
Water and detergent or burnishing compound |
| Packaging |
1 lb (0.45 kg) |
Applications
- Cutting and cleaning castings and fabricated parts
- Smoothing prior to final polish
- Alternative to steel where weight or marring is a concern
Notes
- Use wet with a small amount of detergent or burnishing compound.
- Expect longer cycle times than steel shot.
- Requires a brief break-in period; media develops a glazed surface after initial runs.
- For best results, run a mix of sizes to improve coverage and action.