Can I Use Steel Shot or Glass Beads to Blast my Parts for Prep?

Recommended materials for sand blasting prep.

Having a proper mechanical profile is very important for the adhesion and durability of Cerakote.

For optimal performance we recommend using #100 grit Aluminum Oxide or Garnet Sand to give the surface a proper sand blasted profile. You can read more detailed information in our article "Cerakote Basics: Sand Blasting the Substrate".