Walnut shell is a soft abrasive, often used for deflashing, deburring and finishing operations as well as filler and extender applications.
Minimum Order: 500 lbs or more, generally sold by the ton.
Benefits: Nontoxic, causes no health or environmental hazards Replaces sand to avoid silicosis. Biodegradable. Reusable. Reduces cycle time of finishing operations. Preserves micro finishes.
Major Applications: Removal of paint, flash, burrs, and other flaws in plastic and rubber molding, aluminum and zinc die casting, and electronic industries.
Also used as a sand replacement for paint removal, graffiti removal and general cleaning in restoration of buildings, bridges, and outdoor statuary. For aircraft engine clean out. For cleaning steam turbines.
Other Uses: Prevents lost circulation in oil well drilling (filler). Provides a nonskid enhancer in abrasive paints around swimming pools, walkways, dock boards, and paddle ball courts. Serves as a filler prior to burnout - a porosity enhancer for grinding wheels and ceramics. Preserves gel-coat when removing paint from fiberglass boats.
