Regardless of the nozzle sizes that we offer (the large nozzle with 3/4″ NPT or the small nozzle with the 3/8″ NPT thread connection), you can use either with any size pressure pot sandblaster or hose size. Currently, we offer both thread sizes below with this barbed fitting to connect with a more common 1/2″
If you purchased from our listing for the Kennametal nozzles, they may not have the label on them. Kennametal Doesn’t Label Their Nozzle Tips We only ship genuine nozzle tips provided to us by Kennametal but they do not actually label them. We at SandblasterInfo simply display the photo in the listing with the Kennametal
A common question when selecting a sandblaster nozzle is, what inner diameter (ID) bore size should I use? As you may know, it depends on how large of an air compressor you have and the grit size of the abrasive you’ll be using. After you narrow the sizes down that will work according to these
Yes, sandblasting can cause silicosis. Silicosis is a lung disease that is caused by inhaling respirable crystalline silica, which is a common component of sand and other abrasives used in sandblasting. When silica particles are inhaled, they can become lodged in the lungs and cause inflammation and scarring, which can lead to the development of
Aluminum is a popular choice for vehicles because of their lightweight and durable nature. However, over time, they may become dirty, rusted, or covered in brake dust, affecting their appearance and performance. Sandblasting is a process that can effectively remove these unwanted materials and restore the appearance of aluminum. In this article, we will discuss
Key Points: The purpose of the article is to provide guidance on how to choose the appropriate sandblasting media for a specific surface and job requirement. The article discusses various types of sandblasting media, including abrasive sand, plastic media, and others, and their characteristics such as hardness, particle size, and abrasiveness. The article provides tips
Our enhanced sandblaster is a siphon kit that is specifically designed to provide the best suction for abrasive materials. It’s easy to use – simply connect it to an air compressor line, insert the pickup tube into a bag of abrasive, and start blasting away rust, paint, and more. You can even use it for
We now list our barbed fitting on Amazon. It allows a hose and fitting set for a sandblaster nozzle. The set includes a stainless steel hose fitting and a sandblaster nozzle. The barb hose fitting is made of durable, rust-resistant stainless steel and can be easily attached to a standard air hose. This set is
Shotblasting and sandblasting are two different techniques used to clean and prepare surfaces for painting or other coatings. Key Takeaways: Shotblasting uses small steel balls or “shot” that are propelled at high speeds to remove paint, rust, and other debris from a surface. This method is typically used on metal surfaces such as bridges, tanks,
Please watch the latest video below which shows details on the ROCTEC nozzle manufactured by Kennametal corporation with a special manufacturing technology to prevent it from wearing out. If you are not aware of these, the ROC TEC is an advanced Composite Carbide Nozzle that is well know throughout the world as the longest lasting