{"id":12826,"date":"2026-04-13T02:24:59","date_gmt":"2026-04-13T02:24:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/hlh-js.com\/?p=12826"},"modified":"2026-04-14T03:25:34","modified_gmt":"2026-04-14T03:25:34","slug":"blasting-media-comparison-blasting-media-chart","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/hlh-js.com\/es\/resource\/blog\/blasting-media-comparison-blasting-media-chart\/","title":{"rendered":"Blasting Media Comparison Chart: All Types Ranked by Key Properties"},"content":{"rendered":"<!-- ============================================================\r\n     CLUSTER 13: Blasting Media Comparison Chart (All Types)\r\n     Jiangsu Henglihong Technology Co., Ltd.\r\n     URL: https:\/\/hlh-js.com\/resource\/blog\/blasting-media-comparison-blasting-media-chart\/\r\n     Pillar back-link: https:\/\/hlh-js.com\/resource\/blog\/blasting-media\/\r\n     Word count target: ~1,800 words\r\n     Updated: March 2026\r\n     ============================================================ --><!-- ===== JSON-LD SCHEMA ===== -->\r\n<p><script type=\"application\/ld+json\">{\n    \"@context\": \"https:\\\/\\\/schema.org\",\n    \"@graph\": [\n        {\n            \"@type\": \"Article\",\n            \"@id\": \"https:\\\/\\\/hlh-js.com\\\/resource\\\/blog\\\/blasting-media-comparison-blasting-media-chart\\\/#article\",\n            \"headline\": \"Blasting Media Comparison Chart: All Types Ranked by Key Properties (2026)\",\n            \"description\": \"The definitive blasting media comparison chart \\u2014 all major abrasive types ranked across hardness, particle shape, surface profile, recyclability, silica content, cost, and substrate compatibility. 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}\r\n    .c13-article h2 { font-size: 1.38rem; }\r\n  }\r\n<\/style><\/p>\r\n<!-- ===== ARTICLE WRAPPER ===== -->\r\n<article class=\"c13-article\"><!-- HERO -->\r\n<div class=\"c13-hero\"><span class=\"c13-hero-label\">Complete Reference Chart \u00b7 March 2026<\/span>\r\n<h1>Blasting Media Comparison Chart: All Types Ranked by Key Properties<\/h1>\r\n<p class=\"c13-hero-sub\">The definitive single-page reference for industrial blasting media selection \u2014 all major abrasive types compared across hardness, particle shape, surface profile, recyclability, silica compliance, cost, dust generation, and substrate compatibility. Updated March 2026.<\/p>\r\n<div class=\"c13-hero-meta\">Updated March 2026 \u00a0\u00b7\u00a0 12-minute read \u00a0\u00b7\u00a0 Jiangsu Henglihong Technology Co., Ltd.<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<!-- PILLAR BACK-LINK -->\r\n<div class=\"c13-pillar-link\">\ud83d\udcd6Part of our complete abrasive blasting resource library. For full application guidance and selection framework, visit the <a href=\"https:\/\/hlh-js.com\/resource\/blog\/blasting-media\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Blasting Media: Complete Industry Guide<\/a>.<\/div>\r\n<!-- TOC --><nav class=\"c13-toc\" aria-label=\"Table of Contents\">\r\n<div class=\"c13-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/div>\r\n<ol>\r\n<li><a href=\"#c13-how-to-use\">How to Use This Comparison Guide<\/a><\/li>\r\n<li><a href=\"#c13-master-table\">Master Comparison Table \u2014 All Media Types<\/a><\/li>\r\n<li><a href=\"#c13-hardness-ranking\">Hardness Ranking<\/a><\/li>\r\n<li><a href=\"#c13-recyclability-ranking\">Recyclability Ranking<\/a><\/li>\r\n<li><a href=\"#c13-dust-ranking\">Dust Generation Ranking<\/a><\/li>\r\n<li><a href=\"#c13-cost-ranking\">Cost-per-m\u00b2 Ranking<\/a><\/li>\r\n<li><a href=\"#c13-substrate-matrix\">Substrate Compatibility Matrix<\/a><\/li>\r\n<li><a href=\"#c13-decision\">Decision Guide \u2014 Best Media by Scenario<\/a><\/li>\r\n<li><a href=\"#c13-faq\">Preguntas frecuentes<\/a><\/li>\r\n<\/ol>\r\n<\/nav><!-- SECTION 1 -->\r\n<h2 id=\"c13-how-to-use\">1. How to Use This Comparison Guide<\/h2>\r\n<p>This page is designed as a working reference tool, not just an informational article. It contains four distinct comparison resources that serve different decision-making needs:<\/p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li><strong>The Master Comparison Table<\/strong> (Section 2) covers all major technical and commercial parameters for every blasting media type in a single scrollable table \u2014 use this for a complete side-by-side view.<\/li>\r\n<li><strong>The Property Rankings<\/strong> (Sections 3\u20136) rank each media type on a single critical dimension \u2014 use these when one factor (hardness, recyclability, dust, cost) is the primary decision driver.<\/li>\r\n<li><strong>The Substrate Compatibility Matrix<\/strong> (Section 7) shows at a glance which media types are approved, acceptable, or prohibited for each major substrate material \u2014 use this to immediately eliminate non-compatible options.<\/li>\r\n<li><strong>The Decision Guide<\/strong> (Section 8) maps the most common application scenarios to the correct media specification \u2014 use this when you have a specific situation and need the recommendation directly.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<div class=\"c13-highlight\"><span class=\"c13-highlight-label\">Important Note on Comparison Context<\/span> No blasting media is universally best across all dimensions. Aluminum oxide leads on versatility; steel abrasives lead on recyclability and cost-per-m\u00b2 at scale; garnet leads on dust control; glass bead leads on finish quality for non-ferrous metals; silicon carbide leads on raw hardness. The correct specification always depends on substrate, coating system, equipment, and environmental constraints \u2014 no comparison chart substitutes for the selection framework in our <a href=\"https:\/\/hlh-js.com\/resource\/blog\/how-to-choose-the-right-blasting-media\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">complete media selection guide<\/a>.<\/div>\r\n<!-- SECTION 2 \u2014 MASTER TABLE -->\r\n<h2 id=\"c13-master-table\">2. Master Comparison Table \u2014 All Media Types<\/h2>\r\n<p>The table below compares all commercially significant blasting media types across ten key parameters. Scroll horizontally on mobile to view all columns. For detailed technical data and application guidance on any individual media type, follow the links in the deep-dive guides listed at the end of this article.<\/p>\r\n<div class=\"c13-legend\"><span class=\"c13-legend-item\"> Excelente<\/span> <span class=\"c13-legend-item\"> Bien<\/span> <span class=\"c13-legend-item\"> Poor \/ Not suitable<\/span> <span style=\"margin-left: 4px; font-size: 0.75rem;\">\u2605 = Recycle cycle rating (5\u2605 = 500+ cycles)<\/span><\/div>\r\n<div class=\"c13-master-wrap\">\r\n<table class=\"c13-master\">\r\n<thead>\r\n<tr>\r\n<th>Tipo de medio<\/th>\r\n<th>Dureza Mohs<\/th>\r\n<th>Forma de las part\u00edculas<\/th>\r\n<th>Profile Depth<\/th>\r\n<th>Recycle Life<\/th>\r\n<th>Silica-Free?<\/th>\r\n<th>Dust Level<\/th>\r\n<th>Price \/MT (USD)<\/th>\r\n<th>Cost\/m\u00b2 Rank<\/th>\r\n<th>Categor\u00eda<\/th>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/thead>\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr class=\"c13-row-top\">\r\n<td>Aluminum Oxide (BFA)<\/td>\r\n<td>\r\n<div class=\"c13-hbar\">\r\n<div class=\"c13-hbar-bg\">\r\n<div class=\"c13-hbar-fill\" style=\"width: 90%;\">\u00a0<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<span class=\"c13-hbar-val\">9.0<\/span><\/div>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<td>Angular<\/td>\r\n<td>High (50\u2013120 \u00b5m)<\/td>\r\n<td>\r\n<div class=\"c13-dots\">\r\n<div class=\"c13-dot c13-dot-on\">\u00a0<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"c13-dot c13-dot-on\">\u00a0<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"c13-dot c13-dot-on\">\u00a0<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"c13-dot c13-dot-on\">\u00a0<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"c13-dot c13-dot-off\">\u00a0<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\u00a0\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605<\/td>\r\n<td><span class=\"c13-tbadge c13-tbadge-yes\">Yes &lt;0.1%<\/span><\/td>\r\n<td>Low\u2013Med<\/td>\r\n<td>$600\u2013900<\/td>\r\n<td>\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50 (cabinets)<\/td>\r\n<td>Mineral<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Aluminum Oxide (WFA)<\/td>\r\n<td>\r\n<div class=\"c13-hbar\">\r\n<div class=\"c13-hbar-bg\">\r\n<div class=\"c13-hbar-fill\" style=\"width: 93%;\">\u00a0<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<span class=\"c13-hbar-val\">9.2<\/span><\/div>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<td>Angular<\/td>\r\n<td>High (45\u2013110 \u00b5m)<\/td>\r\n<td>\r\n<div class=\"c13-dots\">\r\n<div class=\"c13-dot c13-dot-on\">\u00a0<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"c13-dot c13-dot-on\">\u00a0<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"c13-dot c13-dot-on\">\u00a0<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"c13-dot c13-dot-on\">\u00a0<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"c13-dot c13-dot-off\">\u00a0<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\u00a0\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605<\/td>\r\n<td><span class=\"c13-tbadge c13-tbadge-yes\">Yes &lt;0.05%<\/span><\/td>\r\n<td>Low\u2013Med<\/td>\r\n<td>$900\u20131,400<\/td>\r\n<td>\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50 (SS \/ Ti)<\/td>\r\n<td>Mineral<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr class=\"c13-row-top\">\r\n<td>Carburo de silicio<\/td>\r\n<td>\r\n<div class=\"c13-hbar\">\r\n<div class=\"c13-hbar-bg\">\r\n<div class=\"c13-hbar-fill\" style=\"width: 95%;\">\u00a0<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<span class=\"c13-hbar-val\">9.5<\/span><\/div>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<td>Angular \/ splintery<\/td>\r\n<td>Very High<\/td>\r\n<td>\r\n<div class=\"c13-dots\">\r\n<div class=\"c13-dot c13-dot-on\">\u00a0<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"c13-dot c13-dot-on\">\u00a0<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"c13-dot c13-dot-off\">\u00a0<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"c13-dot c13-dot-off\">\u00a0<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"c13-dot c13-dot-off\">\u00a0<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\u00a0\u2605\u2605<\/td>\r\n<td><span class=\"c13-tbadge c13-tbadge-yes\">Yes &lt;0.1%<\/span><\/td>\r\n<td>Medium<\/td>\r\n<td>$1,400\u20132,200<\/td>\r\n<td>\u2b50\u2b50 (specialist)<\/td>\r\n<td>Mineral<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Garnet (almandine)<\/td>\r\n<td>\r\n<div class=\"c13-hbar\">\r\n<div class=\"c13-hbar-bg\">\r\n<div class=\"c13-hbar-fill\" style=\"width: 77%;\">\u00a0<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<span class=\"c13-hbar-val\">7.5\u20138<\/span><\/div>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<td>Sub-angular<\/td>\r\n<td>High (40\u201390 \u00b5m)<\/td>\r\n<td>\r\n<div class=\"c13-dots\">\r\n<div class=\"c13-dot c13-dot-on\">\u00a0<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"c13-dot c13-dot-on\">\u00a0<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"c13-dot c13-dot-off\">\u00a0<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"c13-dot c13-dot-off\">\u00a0<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"c13-dot c13-dot-off\">\u00a0<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\u00a0\u2605\u2605<\/td>\r\n<td><span class=\"c13-tbadge c13-tbadge-yes\">Yes &lt;1%<\/span><\/td>\r\n<td><strong>Muy bajo<\/strong><\/td>\r\n<td>$400\u2013700<\/td>\r\n<td>\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50 (open blast)<\/td>\r\n<td>Mineral<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr class=\"c13-row-top\">\r\n<td>Granalla de acero<\/td>\r\n<td>\r\n<div class=\"c13-hbar\">\r\n<div class=\"c13-hbar-bg\">\r\n<div class=\"c13-hbar-fill\" style=\"width: 80%;\">\u00a0<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<span class=\"c13-hbar-val\">~8.0<\/span><\/div>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<td>Angular<\/td>\r\n<td>Very High (75\u2013150 \u00b5m)<\/td>\r\n<td>\r\n<div class=\"c13-dots\">\r\n<div class=\"c13-dot c13-dot-on\">\u00a0<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"c13-dot c13-dot-on\">\u00a0<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"c13-dot c13-dot-on\">\u00a0<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"c13-dot c13-dot-on\">\u00a0<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"c13-dot c13-dot-on\">\u00a0<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\u00a0\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605<\/td>\r\n<td><span class=\"c13-tbadge c13-tbadge-chk\">No (iron)<\/span><\/td>\r\n<td>Low (closed)<\/td>\r\n<td>$700\u20131,100<\/td>\r\n<td>\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50 (blast rooms)<\/td>\r\n<td>Metallic<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Disparo de acero<\/td>\r\n<td>\r\n<div class=\"c13-hbar\">\r\n<div class=\"c13-hbar-bg\">\r\n<div class=\"c13-hbar-fill\" style=\"width: 80%;\">\u00a0<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<span class=\"c13-hbar-val\">~8.0<\/span><\/div>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<td>Spherical<\/td>\r\n<td>Low\u2013Med (peened)<\/td>\r\n<td>\r\n<div class=\"c13-dots\">\r\n<div class=\"c13-dot c13-dot-on\">\u00a0<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"c13-dot c13-dot-on\">\u00a0<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"c13-dot c13-dot-on\">\u00a0<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"c13-dot c13-dot-on\">\u00a0<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"c13-dot c13-dot-on\">\u00a0<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\u00a0\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605<\/td>\r\n<td><span class=\"c13-tbadge c13-tbadge-chk\">No (iron)<\/span><\/td>\r\n<td>Low (closed)<\/td>\r\n<td>$700\u20131,100<\/td>\r\n<td>\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50 (blast rooms)<\/td>\r\n<td>Metallic<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr class=\"c13-row-top\">\r\n<td>Glass Bead<\/td>\r\n<td>\r\n<div class=\"c13-hbar\">\r\n<div class=\"c13-hbar-bg\">\r\n<div class=\"c13-hbar-fill\" style=\"width: 58%;\">\u00a0<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<span class=\"c13-hbar-val\">5.5\u20136<\/span><\/div>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<td>Spherical<\/td>\r\n<td>Low (smooth, 10\u201335 \u00b5m)<\/td>\r\n<td>\r\n<div class=\"c13-dots\">\r\n<div class=\"c13-dot c13-dot-on\">\u00a0<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"c13-dot c13-dot-on\">\u00a0<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"c13-dot c13-dot-on\">\u00a0<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"c13-dot c13-dot-off\">\u00a0<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"c13-dot c13-dot-off\">\u00a0<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\u00a0\u2605\u2605\u2605<\/td>\r\n<td><span class=\"c13-tbadge c13-tbadge-yes\">Yes 0%<\/span><\/td>\r\n<td>Low\u2013Med<\/td>\r\n<td>$500\u2013900<\/td>\r\n<td>\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50 (finishing)<\/td>\r\n<td>Synthetic<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Plastic Media (melamine)<\/td>\r\n<td>\r\n<div class=\"c13-hbar\">\r\n<div class=\"c13-hbar-bg\">\r\n<div class=\"c13-hbar-fill\" style=\"width: 35%;\">\u00a0<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<span class=\"c13-hbar-val\">3\u20134<\/span><\/div>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<td>Angular \/ blocky<\/td>\r\n<td>Minimal (&lt;5 \u00b5m)<\/td>\r\n<td>\r\n<div class=\"c13-dots\">\r\n<div class=\"c13-dot c13-dot-on\">\u00a0<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"c13-dot c13-dot-on\">\u00a0<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"c13-dot c13-dot-on\">\u00a0<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"c13-dot c13-dot-off\">\u00a0<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"c13-dot c13-dot-off\">\u00a0<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\u00a0\u2605\u2605\u2605<\/td>\r\n<td><span class=\"c13-tbadge c13-tbadge-yes\">Yes 0%<\/span><\/td>\r\n<td>Bajo<\/td>\r\n<td>$1,200\u20132,000<\/td>\r\n<td>\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50 (specialist)<\/td>\r\n<td>Synthetic<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Walnut Shell<\/td>\r\n<td>\r\n<div class=\"c13-hbar\">\r\n<div class=\"c13-hbar-bg\">\r\n<div class=\"c13-hbar-fill\" style=\"width: 35%;\">\u00a0<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<span class=\"c13-hbar-val\">3\u20134<\/span><\/div>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<td>Irregular<\/td>\r\n<td>Negligible<\/td>\r\n<td>\r\n<div class=\"c13-dots\">\r\n<div class=\"c13-dot c13-dot-on\">\u00a0<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"c13-dot c13-dot-off\">\u00a0<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"c13-dot c13-dot-off\">\u00a0<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"c13-dot c13-dot-off\">\u00a0<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"c13-dot c13-dot-off\">\u00a0<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\u00a0\u2605<\/td>\r\n<td><span class=\"c13-tbadge c13-tbadge-yes\">Yes 0%<\/span><\/td>\r\n<td>Muy bajo<\/td>\r\n<td>$300\u2013600<\/td>\r\n<td>\u2b50\u2b50 (light clean)<\/td>\r\n<td>Organic<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Copper Slag<\/td>\r\n<td>\r\n<div class=\"c13-hbar\">\r\n<div class=\"c13-hbar-bg\">\r\n<div class=\"c13-hbar-fill\" style=\"width: 70%;\">\u00a0<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<span class=\"c13-hbar-val\">~7.0<\/span><\/div>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<td>Angular<\/td>\r\n<td>Alta<\/td>\r\n<td>\r\n<div class=\"c13-dots\">\r\n<div class=\"c13-dot c13-dot-off\">\u00a0<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"c13-dot c13-dot-off\">\u00a0<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"c13-dot c13-dot-off\">\u00a0<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"c13-dot c13-dot-off\">\u00a0<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"c13-dot c13-dot-off\">\u00a0<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\u00a0Single use<\/td>\r\n<td><span class=\"c13-tbadge c13-tbadge-yes\">Yes<\/span><\/td>\r\n<td>Alta<\/td>\r\n<td>$100\u2013200<\/td>\r\n<td>\u2b50 (high disposal cost)<\/td>\r\n<td>By-product<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Coal Slag<\/td>\r\n<td>\r\n<div class=\"c13-hbar\">\r\n<div class=\"c13-hbar-bg\">\r\n<div class=\"c13-hbar-fill\" style=\"width: 65%;\">\u00a0<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<span class=\"c13-hbar-val\">6-7<\/span><\/div>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<td>Angular<\/td>\r\n<td>Med\u2013High<\/td>\r\n<td>\r\n<div class=\"c13-dots\">\r\n<div class=\"c13-dot c13-dot-off\">\u00a0<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"c13-dot c13-dot-off\">\u00a0<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"c13-dot c13-dot-off\">\u00a0<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"c13-dot c13-dot-off\">\u00a0<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"c13-dot c13-dot-off\">\u00a0<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\u00a0Single use<\/td>\r\n<td><span class=\"c13-tbadge c13-tbadge-chk\">Verify<\/span><\/td>\r\n<td>Very High<\/td>\r\n<td>$80\u2013180<\/td>\r\n<td>\u2b50 (high disposal cost)<\/td>\r\n<td>By-product<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<p style=\"font-size: 0.82rem; color: #7a8a9a; margin-top: -20px;\">Prices indicative FOB China, March 2026. Recycle dots: \u25cf\u25cf\u25cf\u25cf\u25cf = 500+ cycles \u00b7 \u25cf\u25cf\u25cf\u25cf\u25cb = 100\u2013200 \u00b7 \u25cf\u25cf\u25cf\u25cb\u25cb = 30\u201350 \u00b7 \u25cf\u25cf\u25cb\u25cb\u25cb = 3\u201310 \u00b7 \u25cf\u25cb\u25cb\u25cb\u25cb = 1\u20133 \u00b7 \u25cb\u25cb\u25cb\u25cb\u25cb = single-use. Cost\/m\u00b2 rankings apply in appropriate equipment context.<\/p>\r\n<!-- SECTION 3 \u2014 HARDNESS RANKING -->\r\n<h2 id=\"c13-hardness-ranking\">3. Hardness Ranking (Mohs Scale)<\/h2>\r\n<p>Hardness determines cutting speed and the range of substrates a media type can effectively treat. Higher hardness means faster material removal on hard substrates and a deeper anchor profile at equivalent grit size and blast pressure \u2014 but also greater risk of substrate damage if the media is too hard for the workpiece material. For detailed guidance on hardness implications for substrate selection, see the <a href=\"https:\/\/hlh-js.com\/resource\/blog\/types-of-blasting-media-complete-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">complete blasting media types guide<\/a>.<\/p>\r\n<div class=\"c13-rank-section\">\r\n<div class=\"c13-rank-title\">Hardness \u2014 Ranked Highest to Lowest (Mohs)<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"c13-rank-row\"><span class=\"c13-rank-label\">Carburo de silicio<\/span>\r\n<div class=\"c13-rank-bar-bg\">\r\n<div class=\"c13-rank-bar-fill\" style=\"width: 95%; background: linear-gradient(90deg,#2a2a2a,#6a6a8a);\"><span class=\"c13-rank-bar-text\">Mohs 9.5<\/span><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<span class=\"c13-rank-num\">9.5<\/span><\/div>\r\n<div class=\"c13-rank-row\"><span class=\"c13-rank-label\">Al\u2082O\u2083 White (WFA)<\/span>\r\n<div class=\"c13-rank-bar-bg\">\r\n<div class=\"c13-rank-bar-fill\" style=\"width: 93%; background: linear-gradient(90deg,#1e3a5f,#4a7abf);\"><span class=\"c13-rank-bar-text\">Mohs 9.2<\/span><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<span class=\"c13-rank-num\">9.2<\/span><\/div>\r\n<div class=\"c13-rank-row\"><span class=\"c13-rank-label\">Al\u2082O\u2083 Brown (BFA)<\/span>\r\n<div class=\"c13-rank-bar-bg\">\r\n<div class=\"c13-rank-bar-fill\" style=\"width: 90%; background: linear-gradient(90deg,#8a5c1e,#c4924a);\"><span class=\"c13-rank-bar-text\">Mohs 9.0<\/span><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<span class=\"c13-rank-num\">9.0<\/span><\/div>\r\n<div class=\"c13-rank-row\"><span class=\"c13-rank-label\">Steel Grit \/ Shot<\/span>\r\n<div class=\"c13-rank-bar-bg\">\r\n<div class=\"c13-rank-bar-fill\" style=\"width: 80%; background: linear-gradient(90deg,#3a2010,#7a5030);\"><span class=\"c13-rank-bar-text\">Mohs ~8.0<\/span><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<span class=\"c13-rank-num\">~8.0<\/span><\/div>\r\n<div class=\"c13-rank-row\"><span class=\"c13-rank-label\">Granate<\/span>\r\n<div class=\"c13-rank-bar-bg\">\r\n<div class=\"c13-rank-bar-fill\" style=\"width: 77%; background: linear-gradient(90deg,#7a2e1a,#b06040);\"><span class=\"c13-rank-bar-text\">Mohs 7.5\u20138<\/span><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<span class=\"c13-rank-num\">7.5\u20138<\/span><\/div>\r\n<div class=\"c13-rank-row\"><span class=\"c13-rank-label\">Copper Slag<\/span>\r\n<div class=\"c13-rank-bar-bg\">\r\n<div class=\"c13-rank-bar-fill\" style=\"width: 70%; background: linear-gradient(90deg,#5a3a1a,#9a7040);\"><span class=\"c13-rank-bar-text\">Mohs ~7.0<\/span><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<span class=\"c13-rank-num\">~7.0<\/span><\/div>\r\n<div class=\"c13-rank-row\"><span class=\"c13-rank-label\">Coal Slag<\/span>\r\n<div class=\"c13-rank-bar-bg\">\r\n<div class=\"c13-rank-bar-fill\" style=\"width: 65%; background: linear-gradient(90deg,#4a4a4a,#808080);\"><span class=\"c13-rank-bar-text\">Mohs 6\u20137<\/span><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<span class=\"c13-rank-num\">6-7<\/span><\/div>\r\n<div class=\"c13-rank-row\"><span class=\"c13-rank-label\">Glass Bead<\/span>\r\n<div class=\"c13-rank-bar-bg\">\r\n<div class=\"c13-rank-bar-fill\" style=\"width: 58%; background: linear-gradient(90deg,#2e5a8a,#5a8abf);\"><span class=\"c13-rank-bar-text\">Mohs 5.5\u20136<\/span><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<span class=\"c13-rank-num\">5.5\u20136<\/span><\/div>\r\n<div class=\"c13-rank-row\"><span class=\"c13-rank-label\">Soportes de pl\u00e1stico<\/span>\r\n<div class=\"c13-rank-bar-bg\">\r\n<div class=\"c13-rank-bar-fill\" style=\"width: 38%; background: linear-gradient(90deg,#2e6b4a,#5aaa7a);\"><span class=\"c13-rank-bar-text\">Mohs 3\u20134<\/span><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<span class=\"c13-rank-num\">3\u20134<\/span><\/div>\r\n<div class=\"c13-rank-row\"><span class=\"c13-rank-label\">Walnut Shell<\/span>\r\n<div class=\"c13-rank-bar-bg\">\r\n<div class=\"c13-rank-bar-fill\" style=\"width: 35%; background: linear-gradient(90deg,#6b4a1a,#aa8050);\"><span class=\"c13-rank-bar-text\">Mohs 3\u20134<\/span><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<span class=\"c13-rank-num\">3\u20134<\/span><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<!-- SECTION 4 \u2014 RECYCLABILITY RANKING -->\r\n<h2 id=\"c13-recyclability-ranking\">4. Recyclability Ranking<\/h2>\r\n<p>Recyclability determines cost-per-m\u00b2 in recirculating systems and total waste volume generated over a production run. For the full economic analysis of recyclability's impact on operating cost, see the <a href=\"https:\/\/hlh-js.com\/resource\/blog\/blasting-media-cost-guide-price-per-pound-roi\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Blasting Media Cost Guide &amp; ROI Analysis<\/a>.<\/p>\r\n<div class=\"c13-rank-section\">\r\n<div class=\"c13-rank-title\">Recycle Life \u2014 Ranked Highest to Lowest (Cycles in Appropriate Equipment)<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"c13-rank-row\"><span class=\"c13-rank-label\">Disparo de acero<\/span>\r\n<div class=\"c13-rank-bar-bg\">\r\n<div class=\"c13-rank-bar-fill\" style=\"width: 100%; background: linear-gradient(90deg,#1e3a5f,#4a7abf);\"><span class=\"c13-rank-bar-text\">1,000\u20132,000+ cycles<\/span><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<span class=\"c13-rank-num\">2000+<\/span><\/div>\r\n<div class=\"c13-rank-row\"><span class=\"c13-rank-label\">Granalla de acero<\/span>\r\n<div class=\"c13-rank-bar-bg\">\r\n<div class=\"c13-rank-bar-fill\" style=\"width: 80%; background: linear-gradient(90deg,#3a2010,#7a5030);\"><span class=\"c13-rank-bar-text\">500\u20131,500 cycles<\/span><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<span class=\"c13-rank-num\">1500<\/span><\/div>\r\n<div class=\"c13-rank-row\"><span class=\"c13-rank-label\">Al\u2082O\u2083 (BFA\/WFA)<\/span>\r\n<div class=\"c13-rank-bar-bg\">\r\n<div class=\"c13-rank-bar-fill\" style=\"width: 22%; background: linear-gradient(90deg,#8a5c1e,#c4924a);\"><span class=\"c13-rank-bar-text\">100\u2013200 cycles<\/span><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<span class=\"c13-rank-num\">200<\/span><\/div>\r\n<div class=\"c13-rank-row\"><span class=\"c13-rank-label\">Glass Bead<\/span>\r\n<div class=\"c13-rank-bar-bg\">\r\n<div class=\"c13-rank-bar-fill\" style=\"width: 6%; background: linear-gradient(90deg,#2e5a8a,#5a8abf);\"><span class=\"c13-rank-bar-text\" style=\"font-size: 0.62rem;\">30\u201350<\/span><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<span class=\"c13-rank-num\">50<\/span><\/div>\r\n<div class=\"c13-rank-row\"><span class=\"c13-rank-label\">Soportes de pl\u00e1stico<\/span>\r\n<div class=\"c13-rank-bar-bg\">\r\n<div class=\"c13-rank-bar-fill\" style=\"width: 5%; background: linear-gradient(90deg,#2e6b4a,#5aaa7a);\"><span class=\"c13-rank-bar-text\" style=\"font-size: 0.62rem;\">20\u201350<\/span><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<span class=\"c13-rank-num\">50<\/span><\/div>\r\n<div class=\"c13-rank-row\"><span class=\"c13-rank-label\">Carburo de silicio<\/span>\r\n<div class=\"c13-rank-bar-bg\">\r\n<div class=\"c13-rank-bar-fill\" style=\"width: 3%; background: linear-gradient(90deg,#2a2a2a,#6a6a8a);\"><span class=\"c13-rank-bar-text\" style=\"font-size: 0.6rem;\">10-30<\/span><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<span class=\"c13-rank-num\">30<\/span><\/div>\r\n<div class=\"c13-rank-row\"><span class=\"c13-rank-label\">Granate<\/span>\r\n<div class=\"c13-rank-bar-bg\">\r\n<div class=\"c13-rank-bar-fill\" style=\"width: 1%; background: linear-gradient(90deg,#7a2e1a,#b06040);\">\u00a0<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<span class=\"c13-rank-num\">3\u20135<\/span><\/div>\r\n<div class=\"c13-rank-row\"><span class=\"c13-rank-label\">Walnut Shell<\/span>\r\n<div class=\"c13-rank-bar-bg\">\r\n<div class=\"c13-rank-bar-fill\" style=\"width: 0.5%; background: linear-gradient(90deg,#6b4a1a,#aa8050);\">\u00a0<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<span class=\"c13-rank-num\">1\u20133<\/span><\/div>\r\n<div class=\"c13-rank-row\"><span class=\"c13-rank-label\">Copper Slag<\/span>\r\n<div class=\"c13-rank-bar-bg\">\r\n<div class=\"c13-rank-bar-fill\" style=\"width: 0.3%; background: #8a1f1f;\">\u00a0<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<span class=\"c13-rank-num\">Single use<\/span><\/div>\r\n<div class=\"c13-rank-row\"><span class=\"c13-rank-label\">Coal Slag<\/span>\r\n<div class=\"c13-rank-bar-bg\">\r\n<div class=\"c13-rank-bar-fill\" style=\"width: 0.3%; background: #4a4a4a;\">\u00a0<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<span class=\"c13-rank-num\">Single use<\/span><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<!-- SECTION 5 \u2014 DUST RANKING -->\r\n<h2 id=\"c13-dust-ranking\">5. Dust Generation Ranking<\/h2>\r\n<p>Dust generation is a critical environmental and health parameter for open blasting operations. Lower dust means better worker visibility, lower exposure risk, reduced containment infrastructure requirements, and easier permit compliance. For full guidance on dust control and regulatory compliance, see the <a href=\"https:\/\/hlh-js.com\/resource\/blog\/eco-friendly-blasting-media-low-dust-silica-free-options\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">eco-friendly and silica-free blasting media guide<\/a>.<\/p>\r\n<div class=\"c13-rank-section\">\r\n<div class=\"c13-rank-title\">Dust Generation \u2014 Ranked Lowest (Best) to Highest (Worst)<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"c13-rank-row\"><span class=\"c13-rank-label\">Granate<\/span>\r\n<div class=\"c13-rank-bar-bg\">\r\n<div class=\"c13-rank-bar-fill\" style=\"width: 18%; background: linear-gradient(90deg,#1a6b30,#4aaa70);\"><span class=\"c13-rank-bar-text\">Muy bajo<\/span><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<span class=\"c13-rank-num\" style=\"color: #1a6b30;\">Best<\/span><\/div>\r\n<div class=\"c13-rank-row\"><span class=\"c13-rank-label\">Steel Grit \/ Shot<\/span>\r\n<div class=\"c13-rank-bar-bg\">\r\n<div class=\"c13-rank-bar-fill\" style=\"width: 22%; background: linear-gradient(90deg,#3a2010,#7a5030);\"><span class=\"c13-rank-bar-text\">Low (enclosed)<\/span><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"c13-rank-row\"><span class=\"c13-rank-label\">Soportes de pl\u00e1stico<\/span>\r\n<div class=\"c13-rank-bar-bg\">\r\n<div class=\"c13-rank-bar-fill\" style=\"width: 25%; background: linear-gradient(90deg,#2e6b4a,#5aaa7a);\"><span class=\"c13-rank-bar-text\">Bajo<\/span><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"c13-rank-row\"><span class=\"c13-rank-label\">Walnut Shell<\/span>\r\n<div class=\"c13-rank-bar-bg\">\r\n<div class=\"c13-rank-bar-fill\" style=\"width: 28%; background: linear-gradient(90deg,#6b4a1a,#aa8050);\"><span class=\"c13-rank-bar-text\">Bajo<\/span><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"c13-rank-row\"><span class=\"c13-rank-label\">Glass Bead<\/span>\r\n<div class=\"c13-rank-bar-bg\">\r\n<div class=\"c13-rank-bar-fill\" style=\"width: 38%; background: linear-gradient(90deg,#2e5a8a,#5a8abf);\"><span class=\"c13-rank-bar-text\">Low\u2013Medium<\/span><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"c13-rank-row\"><span class=\"c13-rank-label\">Al\u2082O\u2083 (BFA\/WFA)<\/span>\r\n<div class=\"c13-rank-bar-bg\">\r\n<div class=\"c13-rank-bar-fill\" style=\"width: 45%; background: linear-gradient(90deg,#8a5c1e,#c4924a);\"><span class=\"c13-rank-bar-text\">Low\u2013Medium<\/span><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"c13-rank-row\"><span class=\"c13-rank-label\">Carburo de silicio<\/span>\r\n<div class=\"c13-rank-bar-bg\">\r\n<div class=\"c13-rank-bar-fill\" style=\"width: 55%; background: linear-gradient(90deg,#2a2a2a,#6a6a8a);\"><span class=\"c13-rank-bar-text\">Medium (friable)<\/span><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"c13-rank-row\"><span class=\"c13-rank-label\">Copper Slag<\/span>\r\n<div class=\"c13-rank-bar-bg\">\r\n<div class=\"c13-rank-bar-fill\" style=\"width: 78%; background: linear-gradient(90deg,#7a4010,#b07040);\"><span class=\"c13-rank-bar-text\">Alta<\/span><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"c13-rank-row\"><span class=\"c13-rank-label\">Coal Slag<\/span>\r\n<div class=\"c13-rank-bar-bg\">\r\n<div class=\"c13-rank-bar-fill\" style=\"width: 100%; background: linear-gradient(90deg,#4a4a4a,#888);\"><span class=\"c13-rank-bar-text\">Very High \u2014 highest dust generation<\/span><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<span class=\"c13-rank-num\" style=\"color: #8a1f1f;\">Worst<\/span><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<!-- SECTION 6 \u2014 COST RANKING -->\r\n<h2 id=\"c13-cost-ranking\">6. Cost-per-m\u00b2 Ranking<\/h2>\r\n<p>This ranking reflects total cost per m\u00b2 of surface treated in the most appropriate equipment context for each media type \u2014 not unit purchase price per kg. Rankings invert significantly from raw price rankings once recyclability and disposal costs are factored in. Full methodology and worked examples are in the <a href=\"https:\/\/hlh-js.com\/resource\/blog\/blasting-media-cost-guide-price-per-pound-roi\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Blasting Media Cost Guide &amp; ROI Analysis<\/a>.<\/p>\r\n<div class=\"c13-rank-section\">\r\n<div class=\"c13-rank-title\">Cost per m\u00b2 \u2014 Ranked Lowest (Best) to Highest (Worst) in Appropriate Equipment<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"c13-rank-row\"><span class=\"c13-rank-label\">Steel Grit \/ Shot<\/span>\r\n<div class=\"c13-rank-bar-bg\">\r\n<div class=\"c13-rank-bar-fill\" style=\"width: 8%; background: linear-gradient(90deg,#1a6b30,#4aaa70);\"><span class=\"c13-rank-bar-text\" style=\"font-size: 0.62rem;\">Lowest<\/span><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<span class=\"c13-rank-num\" style=\"color: #1a6b30;\">~$0.01<\/span><\/div>\r\n<div class=\"c13-rank-row\"><span class=\"c13-rank-label\">Al\u2082O\u2083 (cabinet)<\/span>\r\n<div class=\"c13-rank-bar-bg\">\r\n<div class=\"c13-rank-bar-fill\" style=\"width: 14%; background: linear-gradient(90deg,#2a6b3a,#5aaa6a);\"><span class=\"c13-rank-bar-text\" style=\"font-size: 0.65rem;\">~$0.025<\/span><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<span class=\"c13-rank-num\">~$0.025<\/span><\/div>\r\n<div class=\"c13-rank-row\"><span class=\"c13-rank-label\">Garnet (open blast)<\/span>\r\n<div class=\"c13-rank-bar-bg\">\r\n<div class=\"c13-rank-bar-fill\" style=\"width: 25%; background: linear-gradient(90deg,#7a2e1a,#b06040);\"><span class=\"c13-rank-bar-text\">~$0.05<\/span><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<span class=\"c13-rank-num\">~$0.05<\/span><\/div>\r\n<div class=\"c13-rank-row\"><span class=\"c13-rank-label\">Glass Bead (cabinet)<\/span>\r\n<div class=\"c13-rank-bar-bg\">\r\n<div class=\"c13-rank-bar-fill\" style=\"width: 30%; background: linear-gradient(90deg,#2e5a8a,#5a8abf);\"><span class=\"c13-rank-bar-text\">~$0.06<\/span><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<span class=\"c13-rank-num\">~$0.06<\/span><\/div>\r\n<div class=\"c13-rank-row\"><span class=\"c13-rank-label\">Soportes de pl\u00e1stico<\/span>\r\n<div class=\"c13-rank-bar-bg\">\r\n<div class=\"c13-rank-bar-fill\" style=\"width: 40%; background: linear-gradient(90deg,#2e6b4a,#5aaa7a);\"><span class=\"c13-rank-bar-text\">~$0.08<\/span><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<span class=\"c13-rank-num\">~$0.08<\/span><\/div>\r\n<div class=\"c13-rank-row\"><span class=\"c13-rank-label\">Carburo de silicio<\/span>\r\n<div class=\"c13-rank-bar-bg\">\r\n<div class=\"c13-rank-bar-fill\" style=\"width: 60%; background: linear-gradient(90deg,#2a2a2a,#6a6a8a);\"><span class=\"c13-rank-bar-text\">~$0.12 (specialist)<\/span><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<span class=\"c13-rank-num\">~$0.12<\/span><\/div>\r\n<div class=\"c13-rank-row\"><span class=\"c13-rank-label\">Copper Slag (+ disposal)<\/span>\r\n<div class=\"c13-rank-bar-bg\">\r\n<div class=\"c13-rank-bar-fill\" style=\"width: 80%; background: linear-gradient(90deg,#8a3a10,#c07040);\"><span class=\"c13-rank-bar-text\">~$0.15 (high disposal)<\/span><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<span class=\"c13-rank-num\">~$0.15<\/span><\/div>\r\n<div class=\"c13-rank-row\"><span class=\"c13-rank-label\">Coal Slag (+ disposal)<\/span>\r\n<div class=\"c13-rank-bar-bg\">\r\n<div class=\"c13-rank-bar-fill\" style=\"width: 100%; background: linear-gradient(90deg,#8a1f1f,#c03030);\"><span class=\"c13-rank-bar-text\">~$0.18+ (very high disposal)<\/span><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<span class=\"c13-rank-num\" style=\"color: #8a1f1f;\">~$0.18+<\/span><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<p style=\"font-size: 0.82rem; color: #7a8a9a; margin-top: -8px;\">Cost\/m\u00b2 estimates are indicative for standard production conditions in appropriate equipment, including amortized media cost and typical non-hazardous disposal. Hazardous waste disposal rates multiply slag costs significantly. March 2026 pricing basis.<\/p>\r\n<!-- SECTION 7 \u2014 SUBSTRATE MATRIX -->\r\n<h2 id=\"c13-substrate-matrix\">7. Substrate Compatibility Matrix<\/h2>\r\n<p>The matrix below provides an at-a-glance view of which media types are suitable, acceptable with conditions, or prohibited for each major substrate category. For the full substrate-to-media decision framework, see the <a href=\"https:\/\/hlh-js.com\/resource\/blog\/how-to-choose-the-right-blasting-media\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">complete blasting media selection guide<\/a>.<\/p>\r\n<div class=\"c13-substrate-wrap\">\r\n<table class=\"c13-substrate\">\r\n<thead>\r\n<tr>\r\n<th>Substrate<\/th>\r\n<th>Al\u2082O\u2083 BFA<\/th>\r\n<th>Al\u2082O\u2083 WFA<\/th>\r\n<th>SiC<\/th>\r\n<th>Granate<\/th>\r\n<th>Granalla de acero<\/th>\r\n<th>Disparo de acero<\/th>\r\n<th>Glass Bead<\/th>\r\n<th>Pl\u00e1stico<\/th>\r\n<th>Walnut Shell<\/th>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/thead>\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Carbon \/ structural steel<\/td>\r\n<td>\u2705<\/td>\r\n<td>\u2705<\/td>\r\n<td>\u26a0\ufe0f<\/td>\r\n<td>\u2705<\/td>\r\n<td>\u2705<\/td>\r\n<td>\u2705<\/td>\r\n<td>\u26a0\ufe0f<\/td>\r\n<td>\u274c<\/td>\r\n<td>\u274c<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Acero inoxidable<\/td>\r\n<td>\u26a0\ufe0f<\/td>\r\n<td>\u2705<\/td>\r\n<td>\u26a0\ufe0f<\/td>\r\n<td>\u2705<\/td>\r\n<td>\u274c<\/td>\r\n<td>\u274c<\/td>\r\n<td>\u2705<\/td>\r\n<td>\u274c<\/td>\r\n<td>\u274c<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Aluminum alloys<\/td>\r\n<td>\u26a0\ufe0f<\/td>\r\n<td>\u26a0\ufe0f<\/td>\r\n<td>\u274c<\/td>\r\n<td>\u26a0\ufe0f<\/td>\r\n<td>\u274c<\/td>\r\n<td>\u274c<\/td>\r\n<td>\u2705<\/td>\r\n<td>\u2705<\/td>\r\n<td>\u26a0\ufe0f<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Titanium \/ Ni superalloys<\/td>\r\n<td>\u26a0\ufe0f<\/td>\r\n<td>\u2705<\/td>\r\n<td>\u26a0\ufe0f<\/td>\r\n<td>\u2705<\/td>\r\n<td>\u274c<\/td>\r\n<td>\u274c<\/td>\r\n<td>\u2705<\/td>\r\n<td>\u26a0\ufe0f<\/td>\r\n<td>\u274c<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>CFRP \/ Composites<\/td>\r\n<td>\u274c<\/td>\r\n<td>\u274c<\/td>\r\n<td>\u274c<\/td>\r\n<td>\u274c<\/td>\r\n<td>\u274c<\/td>\r\n<td>\u274c<\/td>\r\n<td>\u274c<\/td>\r\n<td>\u2705<\/td>\r\n<td>\u26a0\ufe0f<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Fiberglass (GRP)<\/td>\r\n<td>\u274c<\/td>\r\n<td>\u274c<\/td>\r\n<td>\u274c<\/td>\r\n<td>\u274c<\/td>\r\n<td>\u274c<\/td>\r\n<td>\u274c<\/td>\r\n<td>\u26a0\ufe0f<\/td>\r\n<td>\u2705<\/td>\r\n<td>\u26a0\ufe0f<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Cast iron<\/td>\r\n<td>\u2705<\/td>\r\n<td>\u2705<\/td>\r\n<td>\u26a0\ufe0f<\/td>\r\n<td>\u2705<\/td>\r\n<td>\u2705<\/td>\r\n<td>\u2705<\/td>\r\n<td>\u26a0\ufe0f<\/td>\r\n<td>\u274c<\/td>\r\n<td>\u274c<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Glass \/ ceramics<\/td>\r\n<td>\u26a0\ufe0f<\/td>\r\n<td>\u26a0\ufe0f<\/td>\r\n<td>\u2705<\/td>\r\n<td>\u26a0\ufe0f<\/td>\r\n<td>\u274c<\/td>\r\n<td>\u274c<\/td>\r\n<td>\u26a0\ufe0f<\/td>\r\n<td>\u274c<\/td>\r\n<td>\u274c<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Stone \/ masonry<\/td>\r\n<td>\u2705<\/td>\r\n<td>\u26a0\ufe0f<\/td>\r\n<td>\u26a0\ufe0f<\/td>\r\n<td>\u2705<\/td>\r\n<td>\u274c<\/td>\r\n<td>\u274c<\/td>\r\n<td>\u274c<\/td>\r\n<td>\u274c<\/td>\r\n<td>\u2705<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Zinc \/ magnesium alloys<\/td>\r\n<td>\u274c<\/td>\r\n<td>\u26a0\ufe0f<\/td>\r\n<td>\u274c<\/td>\r\n<td>\u274c<\/td>\r\n<td>\u274c<\/td>\r\n<td>\u274c<\/td>\r\n<td>\u2705<\/td>\r\n<td>\u2705<\/td>\r\n<td>\u26a0\ufe0f<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<p style=\"font-size: 0.82rem; color: #7a8a9a; margin-top: -16px;\">\u2705 Suitable \u00a0\u00b7\u00a0 \u26a0\ufe0f Acceptable with conditions (see individual media guides for constraints) \u00a0\u00b7\u00a0 \u274c Not suitable<\/p>\r\n<!-- SECTION 8 \u2014 DECISION GUIDE -->\r\n<h2 id=\"c13-decision\">8. Decision Guide \u2014 Best Media by Scenario<\/h2>\r\n<p>The following quick-reference guide maps the most common industrial blasting scenarios to the correct media specification. Each recommendation reflects the optimal choice considering performance, cost, and regulatory compliance as of March 2026.<\/p>\r\n<div class=\"c13-decision-box\">\r\n<h3>If your situation is... \u2192 Specify this media<\/h3>\r\n<div class=\"c13-decision-row\"><span class=\"c13-decision-if\">Structural steel, Sa 2.5, epoxy primer<\/span>\r\n<div>\r\n<div class=\"c13-decision-then\">Al\u2082O\u2083 36\u201360G (cabinet) \u00b7 Garnet 30\u201360M (open)<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"c13-decision-detail\">Industry standard \u2014 see <a style=\"color: rgba(255,255,255,0.5); font-size: 0.72rem;\" href=\"https:\/\/hlh-js.com\/resource\/blog\/industrial-surface-prep-best-blasting-media-for-metal\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">industrial surface prep guide<\/a><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"c13-decision-row\"><span class=\"c13-decision-if\">High-volume automated blast room<\/span>\r\n<div>\r\n<div class=\"c13-decision-then\">Steel Grit G25\u2013G40 + Steel Shot blend<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"c13-decision-detail\">Lowest cost\/m\u00b2 \u2014 see <a style=\"color: rgba(255,255,255,0.5); font-size: 0.72rem;\" href=\"https:\/\/hlh-js.com\/resource\/blog\/steel-grit-vs-steel-shot-which-should-you-use\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">steel grit vs steel shot guide<\/a><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"c13-decision-row\"><span class=\"c13-decision-if\">Stainless steel (no iron contamination)<\/span>\r\n<div>\r\n<div class=\"c13-decision-then\">White Al\u2082O\u2083 80\u2013120G \u00b7 Glass Bead #8\u2013#11<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"c13-decision-detail\">Iron-free media mandatory \u2014 see substrate matrix above<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"c13-decision-row\"><span class=\"c13-decision-if\">Aluminum body panels \/ thin sheet<\/span>\r\n<div>\r\n<div class=\"c13-decision-then\">Glass Bead #8\u2013#11 (steel) \u00b7 Plastic Media 20\u201330M (aluminum)<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"c13-decision-detail\">Warp prevention \u2014 see <a style=\"color: rgba(255,255,255,0.5); font-size: 0.72rem;\" href=\"https:\/\/hlh-js.com\/resource\/blog\/blasting-media-for-automotive-restoration\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">automotive restoration guide<\/a><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"c13-decision-row\"><span class=\"c13-decision-if\">CFRP \/ fiberglass composites<\/span>\r\n<div>\r\n<div class=\"c13-decision-then\">Plastic Blast Media \u2014 urea or melamine 16\u201330M<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"c13-decision-detail\">Only safe abrasive \u2014 see <a style=\"color: rgba(255,255,255,0.5); font-size: 0.72rem;\" href=\"https:\/\/hlh-js.com\/resource\/blog\/plastic-blast-media-for-aerospace-automotive\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">plastic media guide<\/a><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"c13-decision-row\"><span class=\"c13-decision-if\">Pipeline FBE \/ 3LPE coating prep<\/span>\r\n<div>\r\n<div class=\"c13-decision-then\">Garnet 40\u201360M (low chloride &lt;25 ppm)<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"c13-decision-detail\">See pipeline section in <a style=\"color: rgba(255,255,255,0.5); font-size: 0.72rem;\" href=\"https:\/\/hlh-js.com\/resource\/blog\/industrial-surface-prep-best-blasting-media-for-metal\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">industrial surface prep guide<\/a><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"c13-decision-row\"><span class=\"c13-decision-if\">Glass etching \/ stone carving<\/span>\r\n<div>\r\n<div class=\"c13-decision-then\">Silicon Carbide F24\u2013F80 (black SiC)<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"c13-decision-detail\">Hardest available \u2014 see <a style=\"color: rgba(255,255,255,0.5); font-size: 0.72rem;\" href=\"https:\/\/hlh-js.com\/resource\/blog\/silicon-carbide-blast-media-hardest-abrasive-explained\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">silicon carbide guide<\/a><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"c13-decision-row\"><span class=\"c13-decision-if\">Open blast \u2014 dust control critical<\/span>\r\n<div>\r\n<div class=\"c13-decision-then\">Garnet 30\u201360M \u00b7 or wet blast system with any mineral media<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"c13-decision-detail\">See <a style=\"color: rgba(255,255,255,0.5); font-size: 0.72rem;\" href=\"https:\/\/hlh-js.com\/resource\/blog\/eco-friendly-blasting-media-low-dust-silica-free-options\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">eco-friendly blasting media guide<\/a><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"c13-decision-row\"><span class=\"c13-decision-if\">Satin \/ decorative finish on metal<\/span>\r\n<div>\r\n<div class=\"c13-decision-then\">Glass Bead #8\u2013#12 (grade by desired texture)<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"c13-decision-detail\">See <a style=\"color: rgba(255,255,255,0.5); font-size: 0.72rem;\" href=\"https:\/\/hlh-js.com\/resource\/blog\/glass-bead-blasting-media-finish-applications\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">glass bead guide<\/a><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"c13-decision-row\"><span class=\"c13-decision-if\">Lowest cost per m\u00b2 over time<\/span>\r\n<div>\r\n<div class=\"c13-decision-then\">Steel Grit (blast rooms) \u00b7 Al\u2082O\u2083 (mineral cabinet systems)<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"c13-decision-detail\">See <a style=\"color: rgba(255,255,255,0.5); font-size: 0.72rem;\" href=\"https:\/\/hlh-js.com\/resource\/blog\/blasting-media-cost-guide-price-per-pound-roi\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">cost guide &amp; ROI analysis<\/a><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<!-- SECTION 9 \u2014 FAQ -->\r\n<h2 id=\"c13-faq\">9. Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\r\n<div class=\"c13-faq\">\r\n<div class=\"c13-faq-item\"><button class=\"c13-faq-q\" aria-expanded=\"false\"> Which blasting media is best overall? <i class=\"c13-faq-icon\">+<\/i> <\/button>\r\n<div class=\"c13-faq-a\">\r\n<div>There is no single best blasting media for all applications. Aluminum oxide (brown or white fused) ranks highest for versatility \u2014 hard enough for most industrial substrates, silica-free, recyclable 100\u2013200 cycles, and compatible with the widest range of substrates and equipment types. Steel grit and steel shot rank best on cost-per-m\u00b2 in high-volume automated blast rooms. Garnet leads for open-air, dust-sensitive environments. Glass bead is unmatched for non-directional satin finishes on stainless steel and aluminum. Silicon carbide is the only practical choice for glass etching and very hard ceramic substrates. Plastic media is the only safe option for composites. The correct specification always depends on substrate, coating system, equipment, and environmental constraints.<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"c13-faq-item\"><button class=\"c13-faq-q\" aria-expanded=\"false\"> What is the hardest blasting media? <i class=\"c13-faq-icon\">+<\/i> <\/button>\r\n<div class=\"c13-faq-a\">\r\n<div>Silicon carbide is the hardest commercially available blasting media at Mohs 9.5, followed by white fused aluminum oxide at approximately Mohs 9.2, brown fused aluminum oxide at 9.0, steel grit and shot at approximately 8.0, garnet at 7.5\u20138.0, copper slag at approximately 7.0, coal slag at 6\u20137, glass bead at 5.5\u20136.0, and plastic blast media and walnut shell at 3.0\u20134.0. See the complete <a href=\"https:\/\/hlh-js.com\/resource\/blog\/silicon-carbide-blast-media-hardest-abrasive-explained\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">silicon carbide blast media guide<\/a> for full detail on the hardest abrasive.<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"c13-faq-item\"><button class=\"c13-faq-q\" aria-expanded=\"false\"> Which blasting media is most recyclable? <i class=\"c13-faq-icon\">+<\/i> <\/button>\r\n<div class=\"c13-faq-a\">\r\n<div>Steel shot is the most recyclable blasting media, achieving 1,000\u20132,000+ cycles in well-maintained automated blast rooms. Steel grit follows at 500\u20131,500 cycles. Aluminum oxide achieves 100\u2013200 cycles in cabinet blast systems. Glass bead achieves 30\u201350 cycles and plastic media 20\u201350 cycles. Garnet averages 3\u20135 cycles, making it only marginally better than single-use media in terms of recyclability \u2014 though its very low dust generation justifies its use for open blasting applications. Copper slag and coal slag are single-use with no recycle life. For the full recyclability economics analysis, see the <a href=\"https:\/\/hlh-js.com\/resource\/blog\/blasting-media-cost-guide-price-per-pound-roi\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Blasting Media Cost Guide &amp; ROI Analysis<\/a>.<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"c13-faq-item\"><button class=\"c13-faq-q\" aria-expanded=\"false\"> Which blasting media is silica-free? <i class=\"c13-faq-icon\">+<\/i> <\/button>\r\n<div class=\"c13-faq-a\">\r\n<div>The following blasting media types are silica-free and compliant with OSHA 29 CFR 1926.1153 and EU Directive 2017\/2398: aluminum oxide (BFA and WFA, both &lt;0.1% free silica), silicon carbide (&lt;0.1%), garnet (&lt;1%), glass bead (0% \u2014 made from amorphous glass), steel grit and steel shot (metallic, no silica), plastic blast media (synthetic polymer, no silica), walnut shell and corn cob (organic, no silica). The only common blasting abrasive that contains significant free crystalline silica is silica sand itself, which is banned for professional blasting in most industrialized countries. Coal slag requires verification \u2014 some sources contain low but potentially regulated levels of free silica. For the full regulatory picture, see the <a href=\"https:\/\/hlh-js.com\/resource\/blog\/eco-friendly-blasting-media-low-dust-silica-free-options\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">eco-friendly and silica-free blasting media guide<\/a>.<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"c13-faq-item\"><button class=\"c13-faq-q\" aria-expanded=\"false\"> How do I use this comparison chart to select blasting media? <i class=\"c13-faq-icon\">+<\/i> <\/button>\r\n<div class=\"c13-faq-a\">\r\n<div>Start with the substrate compatibility matrix in Section 7 to immediately eliminate any media types that are not compatible with your substrate material. Then apply your primary decision constraint: if cost-per-m\u00b2 is the driver, use the cost ranking in Section 6; if dust control is the driver, use the dust ranking in Section 5; if maximum recyclability is required, use Section 4; if substrate hardness is the limiting factor, use the hardness ranking in Section 3. Finally, check the Decision Guide in Section 8 to confirm the recommendation against your specific application scenario. For a full structured decision framework including grit size selection and equipment compatibility, refer to the <a href=\"https:\/\/hlh-js.com\/resource\/blog\/how-to-choose-the-right-blasting-media\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">complete blasting media selection guide<\/a>.<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<!-- RELATED RESOURCES -->\r\n<h2 style=\"margin-top: 44px;\">In-Depth Guides for Each Media Type<\/h2>\r\n<p>Use the links below to access complete technical specifications, grit size tables, application guidance, and sourcing information for each individual blasting media type:<\/p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/hlh-js.com\/resource\/blog\/blasting-media\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Blasting Media: Complete Industry Guide<\/a> \u2014 full pillar page covering all topics<\/li>\r\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/hlh-js.com\/resource\/blog\/how-to-choose-the-right-blasting-media\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">How to Choose the Right Blasting Media<\/a> \u2014 structured selection framework<\/li>\r\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/hlh-js.com\/resource\/blog\/types-of-blasting-media-complete-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Types of Blasting Media: Complete Guide<\/a> \u2014 all types in one guide<\/li>\r\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/hlh-js.com\/resource\/blog\/aluminum-oxide-blast-media-uses-grit-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Aluminum Oxide Blast Media<\/a> \u2014 grit sizes, BFA vs WFA, applications<\/li>\r\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/hlh-js.com\/resource\/blog\/silicon-carbide-blast-media-hardest-abrasive-explained\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Silicon Carbide Blast Media<\/a> \u2014 hardest abrasive, glass and ceramic applications<\/li>\r\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/hlh-js.com\/resource\/blog\/garnet-blasting-media-eco-friendly-high-performance\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Garnet Blasting Media<\/a> \u2014 low-dust, pipeline, waterjet cutting<\/li>\r\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/hlh-js.com\/resource\/blog\/steel-grit-vs-steel-shot-which-should-you-use\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Steel Grit vs Steel Shot<\/a> \u2014 metallic abrasives, grades, blending<\/li>\r\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/hlh-js.com\/resource\/blog\/glass-bead-blasting-media-finish-applications\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Glass Bead Blasting Media<\/a> \u2014 grades, finish types, stainless and aluminum<\/li>\r\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/hlh-js.com\/resource\/blog\/plastic-blast-media-for-aerospace-automotive\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Plastic Blast Media for Aerospace &amp; Automotive<\/a><\/li>\r\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/hlh-js.com\/resource\/blog\/blasting-media-cost-guide-price-per-pound-roi\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Blasting Media Cost Guide &amp; ROI Analysis<\/a><\/li>\r\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/hlh-js.com\/resource\/blog\/eco-friendly-blasting-media-low-dust-silica-free-options\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Eco-Friendly Blasting Media: Low-Dust &amp; Silica-Free Options<\/a><\/li>\r\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/hlh-js.com\/resource\/blog\/blasting-media-safety-guide-silica-risks-ppe\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Blasting Media Safety Guide: Silica Risks &amp; PPE<\/a><\/li>\r\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/hlh-js.com\/resource\/blog\/industrial-surface-prep-best-blasting-media-for-metal\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Industrial Surface Prep: Best Blasting Media for Metal<\/a><\/li>\r\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/hlh-js.com\/resource\/blog\/blasting-media-for-automotive-restoration\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Blasting Media for Automotive Restoration<\/a><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<!-- CTA -->\r\n<div class=\"c13-cta\">\r\n<h2>Ready to Source the Right Blasting Media?<\/h2>\r\n<p>Jiangsu Henglihong Technology supplies aluminum oxide, garnet, glass bead, silicon carbide, and specialty abrasives to industrial buyers worldwide \u2014 with full QC documentation, competitive pricing, and reliable sea freight logistics.<\/p>\r\n<a class=\"c13-cta-btn\" href=\"https:\/\/hlh-js.com\/contact\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Request a Quote or Technical Consultation<\/a><\/div>\r\n<\/article>\r\n<!-- ===== FAQ ACCORDION SCRIPT ===== -->\r\n<p><script>\r\n(function() {\r\n  function c13ToggleFaq(btn) {\r\n    var item = btn.parentElement;\r\n    var isOpen = item.classList.contains('open');\r\n    document.querySelectorAll('.c13-faq-item').forEach(function(el) {\r\n      el.classList.remove('open');\r\n      var b = el.querySelector('.c13-faq-q');\r\n      if (b) b.setAttribute('aria-expanded', 'false');\r\n    });\r\n    if (!isOpen) {\r\n      item.classList.add('open');\r\n      btn.setAttribute('aria-expanded', 'true');\r\n    }\r\n  }\r\n  window.c13ToggleFaq = c13ToggleFaq;\r\n})();\r\n<\/script><\/p>\r\n<!-- ===== ON-PAGE SEO NOTES (remove before publishing) =====\r\nMETA TITLE (\u226460 chars):\r\n  Blasting Media Comparison Chart: All Types 2026 | HLH\r\n\r\nMETA DESCRIPTION (\u2264155 chars):\r\n  Complete blasting media comparison chart \u2014 all types ranked by hardness, recyclability, dust, cost\/m\u00b2, and substrate compatibility. 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