gazingm42
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Post by gazingm42 on Aug 18, 2014 15:38:08 GMT -5
I have been looking and searching for good sources for grit. In my search I find sandblasting grid which is silicone Carbide 60/90 grit (Miles Supply). Much cheaper than others "rock tumbling" grit. Can you use the sandblasting grid 60/90 & 220?
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Steve
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Post by Steve on Aug 18, 2014 15:58:32 GMT -5
Yes, the Miles Supply grit works great in the tumbler. To avoid shipping cost you may be able to find a local supplier.
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Post by johnjsgems on Aug 18, 2014 20:25:38 GMT -5
SC grit is all the same. You may find some import crap that is not graded as accurately but Miles is a good source for 50lbs and larger quantities. Check Kingsley North too. He sometimes runs 50 lb. specials shipping in flat rate boxes. Shipping is usually the deal killer with grit.
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Post by connrock on Aug 19, 2014 8:23:59 GMT -5
I've been buying 60/90 and 220 grit from Miles Supply for many years and have had no problems with it or them. connrock
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gazingm42
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Post by gazingm42 on Aug 21, 2014 20:18:27 GMT -5
I found a local sand blasting store which has 60,70,80,90,120, 150, 220 SC grit at about 1.50 per pound, in 50 # pales. I think I will try some and see how it works.
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Steve
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Post by Steve on Aug 21, 2014 22:39:31 GMT -5
50 lbs of 220 will seem to last forever. You'll be amazed at how quickly 50 lbs of 90 will disappear.
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Post by johnjsgems on Aug 22, 2014 17:25:11 GMT -5
Almost any local abrasives dealer will beat paying shipping.
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