The Low Maintenance Media! Stainless steel shot is the ideal burnishing media for producing a uniform, scratch-free, work-hardened surface on jewelry and small metal parts. This tempered stainless steel mixed shot is Made in the USA and combines balls, pins, and diagonals to reach flat areas, edges, and recesses for consistent, bright results. Unlike carbon steel shot—which must be cleaned and stored in a rust-inhibiting solution after every run—stainless steel shot resists rust and typically needs only occasional cleaning.
Features
- Mixed shapes: balls, pins, and diagonals for thorough all-around burnishing
- Tempered stainless steel for durability and long service life
- Low maintenance — no daily rust-prevention routine required
- Imparts a uniform, scratch-free, work-hardened surface
- Works in rotary tumblers and compatible vibratory machines
- Sold by the pound
Specifications
| Material |
Tempered stainless steel |
| Shape Mix |
Balls, pins, and diagonals |
| Process |
Burnishing (wet) |
| Equipment |
Rotary tumblers; compatible vibratory tumblers |
| Recommended Load |
Fill bowl/barrel 1/2–3/4 with steel shot (check machine capacity) |
| Pack Size |
1 lb (≈ 0.45 kg) |
| Country of Origin |
USA |
Notes
- Use with water and a suitable burnishing compound.
- Confirm your vibratory tumbler's weight capacity before loading steel shot.
- Rinse and dry media and parts after use; an occasional detergent rinse keeps media clean.
- For minimal-maintenance operation, stainless steel shot is preferred over carbon steel shot.
What's Included
- Stainless Steel Mixed Shot – 1 lb