Aluminum Shot (Cut Wire & Cast) for Precision Blasting & Deburring
Our industrial-grade Aluminum Shot is engineered for precision surface preparation, deburring, and shot peening of non-ferrous components. Available in Cut Wire (extruded wire chopped to length) and Cast variants, it provides clean, controlled impact without contaminating soft-metal surfaces with ferrous residue. Manufactured in our ISO 9001 certified facility using virgin-grade aluminum alloy wire, each batch undergoes strict sizing and conditioning to ensure predictable kinetic energy transfer and extended operational lifespan in blast cabinets and wheel machines.
Key Features
Zero Ferrous Contamination: Prevents rust staining and galvanic corrosion on aluminum, magnesium, and titanium workpieces.
High Durability (Cut Wire): Uniform grain structure offers significantly longer working life compared to fragile cast abrasives.
Controlled Hardness: Conditioned (rounded) options available to eliminate sharp edges, transitioning from aggressive deburring to smooth peening.
Dust Reduction: Low friability minimizes fine dust generation during high-velocity pneumatic and wheel blast operations.
Key Specifications
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Type |
Cut Wire Shot (As-cut or Conditioned G1/G2/G3) / Cast Aluminum Shot |
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Available Sizes |
0.6mm - 3.0mm (Custom sizing available upon request) |
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Hardness Range |
45 - 90 HV (depending on alloy temper) |
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Density |
Approx. 2.7 g/cm3 |
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Bulk Density |
1.3 - 1.5 g/cm3 |
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Applicable Standards |
Complies with AMS 2431 (where applicable), SAE J441, and ISO 11124-4 specifications. |
Chemical Composition
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Aluminum (Al) |
>= 99.0% (for pure alloy cut wire) or specific 5000/6000 series grades per customer requirement. |
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Iron (Fe) |
<= 0.40% |
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Silicon (Si) |
<= 0.30% |
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Copper (Cu) |
<= 0.05% |
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Zinc (Zn) |
<= 0.07% |
Applications
Defashing and deburring aluminum die-cast transmission housings, engine blocks, and wheel hubs.
Surface preparation and peening of structural aluminum and titanium components prior to anodizing or coating.
Removing core sand, scale, and surface imperfections from non-ferrous castings.
Creating uniform matte finishes on architectural aluminum extrusions and consumer electronics housings.
Manufacturing & Quality Control
Produced via automated high-speed wire chopping and multi-stage mechanical rounding lines.
Dimensional Screening: Rotary vibrating screens ensure strict adherence to particle size distribution (PSD) tolerances.
Lab Testing: In-house optical emission spectrometry (OES) verifies chemical composition; Vickers hardness testers measure mechanical properties per lot. (Equipped with precision microscopic particle size analysis laboratories).
Traceability: Each 25kg bag and 1000kg supersack is marked with a melt and lot number tied directly to quality inspection certificates.
Packaging, MOQ & Lead Time
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Parameter |
Specification |
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Standard Packaging |
25 kg woven plastic bags on wooden pallets; 1,000 kg FIBC supersacks with moisture barrier liners |
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Minimum Order Quantity (MOQ) |
1 Metric Ton (1,000 kg) |
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Standard Lead Time |
10-15 business days for standard sizes; 20 days for custom alloy grades |
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Shipping Terms |
FOB, CIF, DDP available via major container ports |
Documentation
Available upon request per shipment:
Certificate of Analysis (COA) including actual chemical breakdown and hardness test results.
Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS / SDS).
ISO 9001 Quality Management Certificate.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the difference between Cut Wire Aluminum Shot and Cast Aluminum Shot?
A: Cut wire shot is chopped from drawn wire, resulting in high density, uniform size, and extreme durability (slower breakdown rate). Cast shot is produced by atomizing molten metal, which is more cost-effective but breaks down faster under high-impact conditions.
Q: Will aluminum shot leave iron contamination on my parts?
A: No. Our cut wire shot is manufactured from high-purity aluminum wire, eliminating the risk of ferrous embedding that occurs when using steel shot on aluminum substrates.
Q: Can I request conditioned (rounded) cut wire shot?
A: Yes. We offer as-cut (sharp edges) as well as G1, G2, and G3 conditioned grades where the sharp corners are rounded off to prevent gouging soft metals during peening.
Request a Quote
To receive a formal quotation including shipping estimates to your facility, please provide the following details to our technical sales team:
Required particle size (mm or mesh) or application type.
Cut wire (as-cut or conditioned) vs. cast preference.
Total quantity required (Metric Tons) and destination port/zip code.
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