Blasting Product Guides
Operator Review of Farrow Flow® Insert for Abrasive Blasting
Return Operator Review of Farrow Flow® Insert for Abrasive Blasting If someone told you they could install a product on my sandblast equipment in minutes, and it would both improve your production by at least 25% and create a wider blast pattern, what would you say? If it were me a few weeks ago, I would say “That’s not possible.” That was my exact reaction when I was approached recently by a sandblaster who told …
Types of Metering Valves
Return Types of Metering Valves Choosing the right metering valve can be tricky. Even just calling it a metering valve has it’s issues. Some people call them grit valves, or abrasive valves. To be clear, we’re going to be going over the different types of valves on the market that go on your blast pot to meter or limit how much media/abrasive/grit goes into your air stream. Disc Style Valves Disc style valves include our …
Contractor Thread vs. Standard Thread
Return Contractor Thread vs. Standard Thread We carry several different nozzle couplings on our site. From aluminum to nylon; standard coupling to threaded quick coupling; contractor to standard thread, we have you covered. Each have their advantages and disadvantages. Let’s dive into Contractor thread vs. Standard thread. What we’ve got for threading Always make sure your nozzle and your nozzle coupling match threads when placing your order. We have 1-1/4″ thread, which is considered “standard” …
Abrasive Blast System Sizing Guide
Return Abrasive Blast System Sizing Guide With Blue Dog on your team, you have access to the expertise that only comes with decades of sandblasting experience. The table below should be used as reference only. Actual results may vary depending on specific abrasive medium used. For more specific questions, call 888-667-6756 or email sales@bluedogblasting.com to speak with an expert today. *Many compressors generate 4 to 5 SCFM per horsepower. Check your equipment to be sure. …
Nozzle Material Guide
Return Nozzle Material Guide All sandblasting nozzles have limited life spans and choosing the cheapest option may not always be the best option. That’s why we put together the Nozzle Material Guide! But what nozzle material delivers the best bang for your buck? This abrasive blasting nozzle material guide should help answer that question. Ceramic Nozzles Ceramic nozzles have been a staple in the blasting industry since the beginning. They perform well with softer abrasives …
Panblast Abrasive Blasting Hoses
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