Full name: Abrasive Glass Beads, AGB series, compliant with SAE AMS 2431‑6C, aerospace‑grade solid soda‑lime glass shot‑peening media。
AGB = Abrasive Glass Bead；the suffix number is size designation, NOT mesh / micron / density。
Full AGB grade lineup
AGB‑6, AGB‑9, AGB‑12, AGB‑15, AGB‑18, AGB‑25, AGB‑30, AGB‑35, AGB‑50, AGB‑70, AGB‑100, AGB‑140, AGB‑170, AGB‑200
Typical Physical‑Chemical Properties
表格
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Material | Soda‑lime solid glass |
| Mohs Hardness | 6‑7 |
| Specific Gravity | 2.4‑2.6 g/cm³ |
| Bulk Density | 1.4‑1.6 g/cm³ |
| Roundness(Spherical percentage) | AGB‑200/170/35/30/25 ≥80%; AGB‑140/100/70/50 ≥65‑70%; AGB‑18 ≥85%; AGB‑15/12 ≥90% |
| Sharp‑edged particle | ≤0.5% |
| Softening Point | 710‑730 °C |
| Appearance | Transparent spherical beads, minimal bubbles |
Main Applications
- Aerospace shot peening: induce compressive residual stress, improve fatigue resistance for aircraft turbine blades, fasteners, aluminum alloy structural parts
- Deburring, satin finishing, surface cleaning for precision components
- Dry & wet blasting for automotive parts, medical equipment, mould surface treatment
