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Aluminum Oxide

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Aluminum oxide as a grinding and polishing media is a low-cost and efficient medium for tumble operations requiring rapid edge rounding, surfacing finishing, or cleaning. Aluminum oxide grit grain is approximately 50% lighter than metallic media and contains twice as many particles per pound.

Material Aluminum Oxide
Size (mm) 0.125 - 2.00 MM
Specific Gravity 3.9 g/ml
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In Stock Rs 20 - 110 /kg
Specifications

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Material
Aluminum Oxide
Size (mm)
0.125 - 2.00 MM
Specific Gravity
3.9 g/ml
Usage
Abrasive Blasting
Form
Granules
Hardness
9 Mohs
Brand
Spray Blast
Country
India
Delivery Time
1-2 Weeks
Packaging Size
25 Kg / 50 Kg / 1 Ton
Packaging Type
HDPE Woven Gunny Bags
Transport Type
Land / Sea / Air Transport
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Working Principle

How Aluminum Oxide works

Aluminum oxide as a grinding and polishing media is a low-cost and efficient medium for tumble operations requiring rapid edge rounding, surfacing finishing, or cleaning. Aluminum oxide grit grain is approximately 50% lighter than metallic media and contains twice as many particles per pound.

  1. 1
    Match Abrasive

    Aluminum Oxide is selected for hardness, grit size, and the substrate being blasted.

  2. 2
    Dry And Load

    Media is kept dry and charged into the pot, cabinet, or hopper.

  3. 3
    Meter Flow

    The operator sets air pressure and abrasive feed for a stable stream.

  4. 4
    Cut Contaminants

    Sharp grains strip coatings, rust, or scale at the work surface.

  5. 5
    Manage Dust

    Collectors and PPE control silica-bearing or fine dust as required.

  6. 6
    Confirm Profile

    The blasted surface is checked before the next process step.

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Aluminum oxide as a grinding and polishing media is a low-cost and efficient medium for tumble operations requiring rapid edge rounding, surfacing finishing, or cleaning. Aluminum oxide grit grain is approximately 50% lighter than metallic media and contains twice as many particles per pound. By minimizing surface tensions induced by heavier, slower-cutting media, the fast-cutting motion avoids damage to thin materials. Because aluminum oxide grit contains less than 1.5% free silica, it is safer to use than sand. The grit size is uniform and cuts much faster than sand, resulting in a more smooth surface. Aluminum oxide (or aluminum oxide) can be recycled many times, and the larger the grit size, the faster the aluminum oxide grit will cut. Because of its low cost, durability, and hardness, it is the most commonly used abrasive grain in sand blast finishing and surface preparation. Aluminum oxide grit manufacturers, which are harder than other regularly used blasting materials, penetrate and cut even the hardest metals and sintered carbide. we are one of the best Aluminum oxide manufacturer in India.

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Types of Aluminum oxide

Aluminum oxide, also known as alumina, is a popular abrasive material used in a variety of applications, including sandblasting, grinding, and polishing. There are several types of aluminum oxide, each with unique properties and applications:

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Brown Aluminum Oxide

This type of aluminum oxide blast media is the most common and widely used abrasive. Brown aluminum oxide is known for its high strength, durability, and toughness, making it ideal for heavy-duty applications such as surface preparation, deburring, and rust removal.

White Aluminum Oxide

White aluminum oxide abrasive is a high-purity abrasive that is typically used in applications where a more delicate touch is required, such as in the polishing of metal, glass, and ceramics. It is also used in the manufacture of grinding wheels and cutting tools.

Pink Aluminum Oxide

Pink aluminum oxide grit is a blend of white and brown aluminum oxide, with a higher level of toughness than white aluminum oxide but a finer grain than brown aluminum oxide. Pink aluminum oxide in India is ideal for applications where both cutting and grinding are required.

Black Aluminum Oxide

Black aluminum oxide abrasive is a more durable and aggressive abrasive than brown aluminum oxide, with a higher hardness and toughness. black aluminum oxide in India is often used in sandblasting applications where a more aggressive abrasive is required to remove heavy rust and scale.

Aluminum Oxide Features

Here are some of the key features of aluminum oxide:

  • Hardness: Aluminum oxide is a very hard material, with a Mohs hardness of 9, making it one of the hardest materials available. This hardness makes it an ideal abrasive material for applications such as sandblasting, grinding, and polishing.

  • Wear resistance: Aluminum oxide blast media is highly wear-resistant, making it ideal for applications where the material needs to withstand frequent use or exposure to harsh conditions.

  • Chemical stability: Aluminum oxide abrasive is chemically stable, meaning it is resistant to chemical reactions with acids, alkalis, and other chemicals. This makes it an ideal material for use in chemical processing and other applications where chemical resistance is required.

  • Thermal conductivity: Aluminum oxide has a high thermal conductivity, which makes it an ideal material for use in high-temperature applications, such as furnace linings, crucibles, and refractory materials.

  • Electrical insulation: Aluminum oxide blast media is an excellent electrical insulator, which makes it ideal for use in electrical components, such as insulators and electronic substrates.

  • Biocompatibility: Aluminum oxide in India is biocompatible, meaning it is not harmful to living tissue. This makes it an ideal material for use in medical applications, such as implants and prosthetics.

Aluminum Oxide Manufacturer

Spray Blast is the leading Aluminum oxide manufacturer & Supplier of Aluminum oxide blast media in India. we also provide all types of abrasive blasting machine, sand blasting mchine, shot blasting machine, grit blasting machine, sand blasting helmet, sand blasting cabinet, bench top sand blasting cabinet, and abrasive media like copper slag, steel grit, steel shot, abrasive garnet sand, glass beads, walnut shell, etc.

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Types of Abrasive Media

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Specification Mild Steel Shot This model Aluminum Oxide Ceramic Beads
Product Mild Steel Shot Ceramic Beads
Size 0.3-2.5 mm
Hardness 40-50 HRC 9 Mohs
Density 7.85 g/cm3
Color Grey, Black White
Brand Spray Blast Spray Blast Spray Blast
Country India India India
Delivery Time 7-10 Days 1-2 Weeks 7-10 Days
Packaging Size 25kg / 50kg/ 1 ton jumbo bag 25 Kg / 50 Kg / 1 Ton 25kg / 50kg/ 1 ton jumbo bag
Delivery Type Ship/Air/Land Ship/Air/Land
Price Range Rs 65/KG-100/KG Rs 20 - 110 /kg Rs 20-25/kg
Material Aluminum Oxide
Size (mm) 0.125 - 2.00 MM
Specific Gravity 3.9 g/ml 3.85g/cm³
Usage Abrasive Blasting
Form Granules
Packaging Type HDPE Woven Gunny Bags Bag & Drums
Transport Type Land / Sea / Air Transport
Grain Shape Spherical
Bulk Density 2300kg/m3
Hardness (HTC) 65
Melting Point approx. 2100ºC
Grain Size (μm) 63-850
Where It's Used

Applications

Typical applications for Aluminum Oxide across industrial blasting, coating, and surface preparation work.

Coating Removal

Aluminum Oxide cuts old paint and rust on steel structures.

Config: Match mesh to the profile
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New Steel Prep

Mill scale is blasted off before primer.

Config: Keep media dry in the pot
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Concrete And Stone

Angular media textures or cleans masonry where specified.

Config: Control pressure to avoid over-cut
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Shop And Site Blast

Used in pots, rooms, and cabinets for general prep.

Config: Recycle until fines dominate
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Stainless Finishing

Selected oxides cut without embedding carbon steel shot.

Config: Dedicate pots to the media
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Waterjet Mix

Some grades are used as waterjet cutting abrasive.

Config: Follow the pump OEM mesh chart
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Pipeline Externals

Line pipe and fittings are blasted before wrap or paint.

Config: Even travel, overlap passes
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High-Hardness Cut

Harder grits last longer on tough coatings.

Config: Watch embedment on soft metals
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FAQ

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What is aluminum oxide?
Aluminum oxide, also known as alumina, is a white, odorless, and tasteless solid compound made up of aluminum and oxygen atoms. Aluminum oxide abrasive is the most commonly used ceramic material due to its excellent mechanical and electrical properties, high melting point, and resistance to corrosion.
What are the uses of aluminum oxide?
Aluminum oxide has many uses, including as an abrasive, in the production of aluminum metal, in the manufacture of ceramics, as a catalyst in the chemical industry, and as a filler in plastics, rubber, and other materials.
Can aluminum oxide be recycled?
Yes, aluminum oxide can be recycled. Aluminum oxide blast media is often recycled from the waste produced during the manufacturing of aluminum metal or as an abrasive. The recycling process involves crushing and refining the material to remove impurities.
What are the properties of aluminum oxide abrasive?
Aluminum oxide abrasive is a hard, durable material with high thermal conductivity, excellent electrical insulation properties, and high resistance to wear, corrosion, and chemical attack. Aluminum oxide abrasive is also non-magnetic, non-toxic, and has a high melting point.
What is Aluminum oxide price?
Aluminum oxide price is Rs 20 - 110 /kg. Aluminum oxide price depends on the size, grade, and hardness of Aluminum oxide in India. Aluminum oxide price is low compared to others.
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