Material Product Data Sheet Metcolite Grits: Quick Facts

Material Product Data Sheet
Metcolite Grits
Thermal Spray Products: Quick Facts

Metcolite 14, Metcolite C, Metcolite F,
Classification Auxiliary, Grit
Metcolite F36, Metcolite VF
Formulation Fused Al2O3; TiO2
1 Introduction Morphology Blocky and sharp edged

Relatively coarse, sharp clean abrasives are required for to Purpose Grit blasting; surface roughening
prepare substrate surfaces for thermal spray applications. Apparent Density (1 > 1.74 g/cm3
Metcolite™ grits are formulations of various grades of fused Hardness Knoop ≥ 2.09 x 104 MPa (3.03 x 106 psi)
aluminum oxides, and contain titanium dioxide as a toughen- Mohs 9
er. They have been especially developed for optimum hard- Process All thermal spray processes
ness and durability.
When using Metcolite™ aluminum oxide grits, the resulting

surface profile is determined by the size of the grit, which
should be appropriately chosen for the application. For very
thin or very smooth coatings, a very fine grit is recommended
to avoid that the surface profile is affected by grit inclusion.
For very thick coatings, a rough blasted surface is important
to maximize surface area.
For self-fluxing coatings, surface preparation with steel grit is

recommended. Metcolite is not the preparation media of
choice for these coatings.
Grit blasted surfaces should be properly cleaned prior to

coating to insure proper bonding of the coating. When blast-
ing with Metcolite, follow the recommendations for pre-blast SEM Photomicrograph of Metcolite C, showing blocky, sharp-edged
and post-blast cleaning of the surface. An improperly blasted particle morphology.
surface may hold an excessive aggregate of imbedded parti-
cles which will interfere with the bonding of the thermal
sprayed coating. Excessive grit is almost as bad as oil and
grease contamination. Surfaces must be properly degreased
prior to blasting to avoid bonding failure of the coating.
1.1 Typical Uses and Applications

nn Metcolite grit can be used for surface roughening of a
component prior to the application of a thermal spray
coating to ensure good bonding of the coating to the
substrate.
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2 Material Information
2.1 Chemical Composition
Product Weight Percent (nominal)

Al2O3 TiO2 Total Others
All Metcolite Products 94 3.5 2.5
2.2 Particle Size and Apparent Density
Product Nominal Range Minimum Apparent Density

mm a ASTM Mesh a Grit Size b g/cm2
Metcolite 14 –2.36 +1.00 –8 +18 14 1.83
Metcolite C –2.00 +0.60 –10 +30 20 1.92
Metcolite F –1.41 +0.42 –14 +40 24 1.90
Metcolite F36 –0.85 +0.35 –20 +45 36 1.74
Metcolite VF –0.60 +0.17 –30 +80 54 1.75
a Sieve analysis in accordance with ASTM B214

b U.S. Commercial Standard CS 271-65
2.3 Key Selection Criteria nn Metcolite F36: Use when coatings are thin and fine and
nn When applicable, follow the recommendations for when the substrate surface does not require heavy
pre-coating grit blasting and surface roughness per the roughening and the substrate hardness is in the range
customer specification and/or drawings. of HRC 40 – 50.
nn Metcolite 14: Use on hard (HRC 50 – 65) and thick nn Metcolite VF: Use to prepare substrates for thin coatings
surfaces to get maximum roughness. that will be used as-sprayed or lightly finished, such as
nn Metcolite C: Use where the coating thickness will be by brushing or glass-beaded.
greater than 0.25 mm (0.010 in), and where the roughest
blasted surface is required.
nn Metcolite F: Use where the coating thickness will be less
than 0.25 mm (0.010 in), and where a very rough surface
is not required or cannot be tolerated.
2.4 Customer Specifications
Product Customer Specification

Metcolite C Rolls-Royce Corporation EMS 29005 *
Rolls-Royce Corporation PMI 1160-1
* Only applies to product sourced from Oerlikon Metco (US) Inc.
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3 Key Processing Information nn With self-fluxing coatings, fusing temperatures will cause
nn Metcolite grits can be used with either suction or pres- trace contaminates to out gas and form bubbles on the
sure blasting equipment; however, pressure blasters are coating surface. In addition, entrained grit on the sub-
generally recommended because of the higher grit parti- strate may cause voids in the coating.
cle velocities obtained. nn Adjust the blast pressure when blasting softer substrates
nn Ensure that the substrate is free of oil and grease prior to to prevent excessive grit entrapment.
blasting. nn Be sure to blast the substrate to be coated evenly and
nn In all cases, parts should be coated as soon as possible sufficiently to create the desired surface roughness for
after grit blasting to prevent oxidation of the blasted a good coating bond. Depending on the blast pressure,
surface or contamination by atmospheric-borne media. the substrate material hardness and other factors, the
nn Clean parts with clean, dry compressed air after grit ideal blasting angle is between 60° – 90°.
blasting to remove any grit or dust from the substrate nn If a satisfactory surface profile cannot be obtained using
prior to coating. Metcolite grits on surfaces harder than 54 HRC, then use
nn Change the Metcolite grit in the blaster if the grit is broken of a SiC grit is an option.
down, dull or contaminated by grease or oils. Even slight nn Metcolite grits are not recommended for use to prepare
contamination of the substrate can cause poor coating surfaces for coatings using self-fluxing alloys. A better
bonding. choice for these applications is chilled iron grit.
4 Commercial Information
4.1 Ordering Information and Availability
Product Order No. Package Size Availability Distribution

Metcolite 14 1002886 25 kg (approx. 55 lb) Special Order Europe
Metcolite C 1036437 400 lb (approx. 181 kg) Special Order Global
1002887 25 kg (approx. 55 lb) Special Order Europe
Metcolite F 1030423 50 lb (approx. 22.7 kg) Special Order Global
Metcolite F36 1002889 25 kg (approx. 55 lb) Special Order Europe
Metcolite VF 1031422 50 lb (approx. 22.7kg) Special Order Global
4.2 Handling Recommendations 4.3 Safety Recommendations

nn Store in the original container in a dry location. See the SDS 50-134 (Safety Data Sheet) localized for the
nn Seal previously opened containers tightly to prevent country where the material will be used. SDS are available
moisture pickup. from the Oerlikon web site at www.oerlikon.com/metco
(Resources – Safety Data Sheets).
Information is subject to change without prior notice.
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Thermal Spray Products: Quick Facts

1 Introduction Morphology Blocky and sharp edged

When using Metcolite™ aluminum oxide grits, the resulting

For self-fluxing coatings, surface preparation with steel grit is

Grit blasted surfaces should be properly cleaned prior to

1.1 Typical Uses and Applications

DSMTS-0028.4 – Metcolite Grits

2.1 Chemical Composition

Product Weight Percent (nominal)

2.2 Particle Size and Apparent Density

Product Nominal Range Minimum Apparent Density

a Sieve analysis in accordance with ASTM B214

2.4 Customer Specifications

Product Customer Specification

* Only applies to product sourced from Oerlikon Metco (US) Inc.

DSMTS-0028.4 – Metcolite Grits

4.1 Ordering Information and Availability

Product Order No. Package Size Availability Distribution

4.2 Handling Recommendations 4.3 Safety Recommendations

Information is subject to change without prior notice.

DSMTS-0028.4 – Metcolite Grits www.oerlikon.com/metco

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