Number One Cause Of Premature Coatings Failure
Improper Anchor Pattern Anchor pattern refers to the roughness (etch, or profile) created on a surface when sandblasted. It is measured in 1/1000th of an inch, known as a MIL. Paint coatings are also measured in MILS, making it easy to remember. Coatings necessitate specific mils of anchor pattern to...
Mil Profile Chart for Brown Aluminum Oxide
Mil Profile Chart for Aluminum Oxides - These Are Approximations Only! Approximations are based on using a pressure blaster on hot rolled steel, having tightly adhering mill scale, using a 90-100 psi. Anchor patterns will vary tremendously based on other variables such as hardness & type of steel, level of...