Match Your Sandblasting Hose and Nozzle to the Job at Hand
A nozzle that is too large drags air velocity down, while one that is too small slows the whole job. Add a hose that does not suit the compressor or a coupling that leaks, and production drops long before the media runs out. These small parts decide how well a blast setup performs. The right sandblasting hose and nozzle work as a pair. Nozzle size sets how much air and abrasive can pass through, and the hose has to deliver that volume without restriction. Matching both to the compressor output in CFM and to the pressure needed at the nozzle keeps blasting productive and cuts wasted media. Choosing Nozzle Shape and Material Bore shape sets the blast pattern, and double venturi designs draw in atmospheric air to produce a 35 to 40 percent wider pattern. Boron carbide construction lasts up to ten times longer than tungsten carbide, though it is less impact resistant. Fitted blast hoses come with options that include claw fittings and breathing air hoses with Ryco fittings. Why Choose ...