sandblaster tip
 

Hello,

I have been searching for a sandblaster for a looong time but still cannot figure out what sandblaster would work for me the best.

- I blow lamp worked glass objects that range from about the size of a bead to hollow objects the size of a tumbler.

- I believe a dental sandblaster is best suited for etching and finishing the size and kind of objects that I make. But I have some doubts about the size of the pen tip in a dental sandblaster. For example, will I be able to achieve a uniform matt finish on larger objects if the pen tip is quite small and focused?

- What price range is for dental sandblasters would be suitable for the kind of sandblasting that I need to do? Here in Australia, they start from as cheap as AUD$100 (of course I'm not getting that one!) to AUD$3,000!! (I'm not getting that one either!) Hoping for something between AUD$6-800 as new.

- Any model, or brand suggestion?

- Or, is there a sandblaster other than a dental one that is more suitable for the size of objects that I make (bead size to tumbler size)?

Is there anyone out there using a sandblaster for glass objects like I make? Or maybe, someone has a second hand sandblaster to sell?

It would be sooo wonderful to receive any advice.

ps, I live in Australia so my response will be time-lagged.

Cheers, Akie

Akie, do you have a tool supply house similar to Harbor Freight or Northern Tool here in the U.S.? They have all kinds and levels of tools. Our Harbor Freight has a sandblaster for under $40 USD on up to $150 USD. It's really hard to recommend without knowing what manufacturers supply your part of the world.

Maybe you can check this german vendor to get some ideas?

http://www.otterbein-glas.de/xtcomme....php?cPath=377

Margit

Hi ESC, yes, we do have a few hardware suppliers her in australia. and i would have lots of options to choose from. Im guessing we often import stuff from us, china, eu, etc. i don't need a big one obviously for the size upto a tumbler. so im guessing that the ones at hardware store would be overkilling for my glass. do you have a sandblaster? what size of work do you sandblast? if you have one could you send me a photo? thanks for your response. - Akie

Thanks Margit, I will check the site!!

Akie

Akie, I don't own one, but I've used one a few times. The cabinet on both models (sorry, I have no idea of the manufacturer) was about 24" x 12" x 12".

Thanks ESC for your reply. I keep searching. Maybe I look for a second-hand dental sandblaster....

I have heard of someone buying a can of spray that was for sandblasting. I have never tried it, but might look for it and give it a shot to see how it works.

Never mind, I just found this thread about the spray can stuff. http://www.lampworketc.com/forums/sh...d.php?t=122550

Thanks Eileen, but I need more than a can of spray as I need to sandblast regularly and I don't want sand to go everywhere. I need a machine with tight sealed window but am having trouble nailing down which one to get...

Thanks, Akie

Have you thought about making your own cabinet? I'm going to make this one for sandblasting my beads.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lEMteF9Kq-U

Wow, that's a great DIY sandblaster. He describes every step with detail explanation. Some ?? : 1. how to recycle sand. I guess just do it manually outdoor. 2. if this filter material is good enough to keep sand in. But yes, I think I will give it a try.

Thanks Maria : )

Akie