Garnet - Marine Paint and Painting Equipment
Garnet is a hard, non-metallic abrasive used in marine shipyard blasting and waterjet cutting. It removes rust, mill scale and old coatings before application of marine paints and protective coating systems.
ProShipWorks provides end-to-end support to source and supply Garnet for marine vessels, ship operators, industrial facilities, maintenance teams and procurement departments.
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Product Information
| Product Name | Garnet |
|---|---|
| Product Category | Marine Paint and Painting Equipment |
| Product Reference | 947 |
| Brands / Manufacturers | GMA Garnet, Barton International, Opta Minerals |
| Unit of Measure | Bag or metric ton |
Key Features
| Key Feature |
|---|
| 1. Low-dust abrasive compared with many mineral abrasives |
| 2. Suitable for dry and wet abrasive blasting |
| 3. Reusable for multiple blasting cycles depending on contamination and equipment |
| 4. Produces surface profiles suitable for marine coating application |
| 5. Non-metallic and generally low in soluble chloride when properly processed |
Applications of Garnet
| Application |
|---|
| 1. 船 hull and deck surface preparation |
| 2. Removal of marine coatings, rust and mill scale |
| 3. Abrasive waterjet cutting and coating-removal operations |
Models & Manufacturers
| Model | Manufacturer |
|---|---|
| GMA Garnet 20/40 | GMA Garnet |
| GMA Garnet 30/60 | GMA Garnet |
| GMA Garnet 80 Mesh | GMA Garnet |
| Barton Garnet Abrasive | Barton International |
Technical Specifications
| Model | Specification | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| GMA Garnet 20/40 | Typical particle size | 0.425-0.850 | mm |
| GMA Garnet 30/60 | Typical particle size | 0.250-0.600 | mm |
| GMA Garnet 80 Mesh | Nominal abrasive grade | 80 | mesh |
| Garnet abrasive | Mohs hardness | Approximately 7.5-8.0 | Mohs |
Standards, Certifications & Class Approval
Review the available standards and approval information relevant to the product. Actual certification, material traceability, inspection and classification requirements depend on the product type, intended application and purchasing specification.
| Applicable Standards & Certification | Garnet abrasive is commonly specified to ISO 11126-10 for non-metallic blast-cleaning abrasives. Surface preparation and coating work may also reference ISO 8501-1, ISO 8503 and SSPC/NACE standards. Actual compliance depends on supplier test certificates. |
|---|---|
| Class Approval | Garnet abrasive is normally not class-approved as an individual spare item. Its use may be accepted within a shipyard coating procedure or approved coating system reviewed by DNV, ABS, Lloyd's Register, BV or ClassNK. |
Installation, Maintenance & Safety Information
| Installation Notes | Use compatible blast pots, hoses, nozzles and dust-control equipment. Select abrasive grade according to the required surface profile and coating specification. Verify substrate cleanliness and profile before painting. |
|---|---|
| Maintenance Tips | Keep abrasive dry and protected from contamination. Inspect recovered abrasive before reuse and discard material containing paint debris, oil, salts or excessive fines. Maintain blast equipment, nozzle condition and operating pressure. |
| Safety Notes | Use approved respiratory, eye, hearing and skin protection. Provide ventilation and containment, control airborne dust, and follow the abrasive supplier's safety data sheet. Inspect hoses and connections before pressurizing equipment. |
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