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CrystalBlast Sandcarving Machines

What materials can I sandblast?

There are many materials that are compatible with sandblasting. Whether you are looking to etch or deep carve, we have created a quick reference chart for Sandblastable Material Compatibility. CLICK HERE to download our handy chart.

What size/type of grit should I use?

For best all-around results, we recommend Silicon Carbide grit in a 180 mesh size. To do fine detail, and for shading purposes, 220 mesh or finer will work well. Other abrasives (such as Aluminum Oxide) can be used, but Silicon Carbide is preferred.

How do I remove the mask when I am done etching?

The mask can be removed by peeling, or by soaking the object in warm water. Removal can be expedited by spraying the piece with some Resist Remover prior to soaking. Adding some soda ash to the water can also help when removing RapidMask.

How long will my blaster parts last?

This will vary with the type and size of abrasive used, the pressures used for sandblasting, and the substrates blasted. Generally speaking, coarse grit and high blasting pressure will wear out parts faster than fine grits and low pressures.

Why is a pressure pot better than a siphon-fed blaster?

Pressure pot blasters work faster (up to 4x faster) than siphon-feed blasters. Further, pressure-pots allow for more control of the blast media and pressure. With a pressure pot, you can blast at pressures as low as 5 psi for shading effects, etc. up to the higher pressures needed for certain substrates.

SAFE WORK ENVIRONMENT

CleanFlo Technology

Is sandcarving clean? Absolutely. Sandcarving equipment has come a long way since the days of sandblasting rust off a car. The IKONICS Imaging CrystalBlast® line of sandcarving equipment with our patented CleanFlo technology is the most customer focused and user-friendly engineered equipment of its kind in the world. With one air change per second, operators can see clearly while sandcarving.

ARTISTRY ON DISPLAY

Fine Detail & Unique Effects

Every sandcarving operation needs mask material. Our photoresist and laser masks produce finer detail than any other imaging method. Uniform carving of a substrate with the ability to carve lines as small as .5pt makes sandcarving with photoresist or laser mask the finest and best-looking option.

Unique effects, attainable only through sandcarving, add elegance and value, making every carved substrate stand out among the rest. Techniques such as color filling, stagecarving and shading allow for images and textures that will be sure to turn heads.

ENDLESS POSSIBLITY

Potential Markets

Market opportunities for sandcarving are as vast as they are diverse. What makes you comfortable? What makes you excited? Perhaps you have ties to a certain market—your father-in-law owns a sign company, your sister manages a gift shop, you live next to Mount Rushmore and have a thing for selling to tourists, etc. While it is important that you concentrate your efforts on markets that are commercially viable, it is equally important that you are experienced in serving them. Identify your markets and imagine the possibilities.

CrystalBlast Elite 3.0

Ergonomic Design Meets World-Class Construction with Patented CleanFlo Technology

Truly peerless, the CrystalBlast Elite is the Total Ergonomic Machine designed to meet the needs of any sandcarving facility. Ergonomic features such as seated or standing operation, adjustable foot treadle, eye level machine controls, micro sized abrasive hose, fully padded armrest and large view window puts the Elite 3.0 in a class of its own.

Unique to the CrystalBlast Elite 3.0 is our Patented CleanFlo Technology, which includes a 700 cfm exhaust blower with 110 sq. ft. certified filter cartridge. The Elite 3.0 also contains a removable, patented, Cyclone 240 separator reclaimer that prevents the loss of even the smallest abrasive up to 240 mesh. The Elite 3.0 also includes LED lighting and high pressure long wear industrial Lexair valve for easy operation. All the combined features showcase the innovation and technology of the CrystalBlast Elite 3.0’s design.

The CrystalBlast Summit, Elite 3.0 and Pro X2 are the only cabinets in the industry with an air blow-off gun inside the cabinet. This blow-off gun helps to keep your parts clean and the grit inside the cabinet.

NOTE: Casters not included. Must be purchased separately. 

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