Using steel shot for grinding

Using steel shot for grinding is different from other forms of grinding, such as with flint pebbles. Using steel shot for grinding is optimal when processing paint and other materials that could possibly negatively affect the media. Possibilities include dyes, foodstuffs, and sterilizing solutions. Steel balls are the fastest grinding solution on the market today. This is true since reducing in size from the old steel ball size that matched those of pebbles and ceramic media.

Although average recommended mill media volume is 1/2 or slightly more, paint industry and other steel ball grinding operators often run their mills at 1/3 mill volume. They can then meet the required grind while having additional loading room with this smaller ball charge. For more information on running your mills efficiently with the best possible media, please contact the Grinding Media Depot today.

Tungsten carbide balls

This media is very strong and almost inert. Tungsten carbide balls are utilized when grinding calls for media that is especially hard and wear resistant. This also means that particle reduction mills in which tungsten carbide balls are to be used must be able to handle the heavy media load. Tungsten carbide is quickly gaining popularity, but there are other less expensive options that may suit your needs if you are only searching for media with good corrosion resistance. Contact us to discuss your options and we will work with you to find the best solution to your grinding needs.

Uncontaminated, fine results: flint pebbles

The oldest and still widely popular size reduction media is the flint pebble. Astonishingly tough and long lasting, flint pebbles are gathered along areas like Normandy Beach in France or other regions in Asia. They are commonly used in paint and enamel industries. They are often preferred for processing latex compounds, graphite and clay mixtures, ceramic slip and glaze, and aniline dyes. They have a similar density to glass, although irregularly shaped and harder. Asian pebbles are often smoother and lighter. Pebbles are not conducive to small media mills.