Abrasive > Glass Beads
Glass Beads 12 mesh
| Material | Industrial abrasive |
|---|---|
| Grade range | Multiple grades |
| Pack sizes | Bags / drums / bulk |
| MOQ | As per enquiry |
| Origin | India |
| Availability | Confirmed on enquiry |
| Delivery | Domestic & export |
- Tested before dispatch
- Demo / site visit
- Installation support
- GST invoice
Grades & Price
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| Grade | Pack | Best for | Material | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| S-280 | 25 kg bag | General blasting | — | |
| S-330Popular | 25 kg bag | Shot blasting | — | |
| S-390 | 25 kg / bulk | Heavy cleaning | — |
Specifications
Technical details for planning, quotation and supply.
| Product | Glass Beads 12 mesh |
|---|---|
| Product Type | Glass Bead Abrasive Media |
| Mesh Size | 12 mesh |
| Material | Soda-lime glass |
| Shape | Spherical |
| Hardness | 5.5–6.0 Mohs |
| Specific Gravity | 2.45–2.50 g/cm³ |
| Free Silica Content | Less than 1% |
| Pack Options | 25 kg bag, 50 kg bag, 1 ton jumbo bag, bulk tote, drum pack |
| Minimum Order Quantity | Contact for MOQ |
| Country of Origin | Contact for details |
Product description
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Why 12 Mesh Glass Beads for Surface Finishing
The 12 mesh size offers a practical balance between coverage rate and finish quality. The spherical particle shape delivers consistent impact energy transfer, making it suitable for shot peening applications where compressive stress induction is required without excessive material removal. Unlike angular abrasives, glass beads clean and finish without embedding contaminants into the substrate.
Common outcomes with 12 mesh glass beads include a smooth satin appearance on stainless steel, aluminum, and non-ferrous alloys. The media is free of free silica, making it a safer alternative to silica sand in many blast room and cabinet operations. It can be recycled multiple times in properly maintained blast systems, reducing media consumption and waste disposal costs.
Typical Blast Process Compatibility
12 mesh glass beads perform well in suction-fed and pressure-fed dry blasting cabinets, as well as in portable blasting pots. They are suitable for both manual and automated blasting setups. For optimal results, maintain blasting pressure between 40–80 PSI depending on the substrate hardness and desired finish. Lower pressures extend media life and produce finer satin finishes; higher pressures increase peening intensity.
Wet blasting systems can also use this grade where dust suppression is required. The media's chemical stability prevents reactions with most workpiece materials, making it safe for use on sensitive alloys and precision components.
About SPA2Z — Glass Beads 12 Mesh Supply
SPA2Z supplies 12 mesh glass beads to industrial buyers across India and global markets. We understand that consistent media quality directly impacts your surface finish outcomes and process repeatability. Our team helps you select the right grade and pack size for your specific blasting equipment and application requirements.
Whether you need a trial quantity for process validation or regular bulk shipments for production blasting, we provide quotation-based pricing with flexible pack options. Reach out with your mesh size, quantity, and application details, and we will respond with a competitive offer and availability timeline.
- Multiple pack configurations available — 25 kg bags, 50 kg bags, 1-ton jumbo bags, bulk totes, and drum packs
- Quotation-based pricing tailored to order volume and destination
- Technical guidance on media selection and blast parameter optimization
Applications
Common industrial uses for this abrasive.
Shot Peening
Induces compressive stress on metal surfaces to improve fatigue resistance and stress corrosion cracking resistance. Used on springs, gears, shafts, and aerospace components.
Satin Finishing
Produces a uniform matte or satin appearance on stainless steel, aluminum, brass, and other non-ferrous alloys for architectural, automotive, and consumer product applications.
Precision Cleaning
Removes light scale, oxidation, and surface contaminants from machined components, molds, and dies without altering critical dimensions or tolerances.
Deburring
Gently removes fine burrs and sharp edges from precision parts without aggressive material removal, preserving part geometry and surface integrity.
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