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SANDBLASTING APPLICATION
TROUBLESHOOTING - SANDBLASTING
APPLICATION
SAND USAGE:
with 2500 PSI – 5 GPM, 9 lb. per min.
Removal of:
Sand Mesh
Sand Type
Blasting Angle
Paint from Metal
20/40
Round Silica
0-30 degrees
Paint from Masonry
20/40
Round Silica
0-20 degrees
Rubber Base Paint
10/35
Angular
0-15 degrees
from Masonry
Paint from Wood
40/60
Round
1-10 degrees
(Coarse, rough, cut)
Paint from Wood
20/40
Round
1-10 degrees
(Smooth, drift wood)
Metal Scale
20/40
Round
0-15 degrees
Rust
16/50
Angular
0-25 degrees
NO SAND
Problem
Solution
Plugged Sand Probe
Clear obstruction
Plugged Gun
Inspect mixing chamber
Wet Sand
Dry or replace sand
Low Vacuum
Air leak in system - fix
NOT ENOUGH SAND
Problem
Solution
Incorrect Water Nozzle
Change to 15° nozzle
Collapsed Hose
Replace hose/remove restriction
Partial Obstruction to Probe
Clear rocks/paper from probe inlet
Low Sand Level
Change probe to new bag of sand
