Ceramic tumbling media is used for a wide range of finishing tasks, including:
- Deburring CNC-machined parts, castings, and hardened alloys
- Polishing and burnishing (porcelain blends) for jewelry, aerospace, and medical devices
- Edge radiusing to improve cutting tool and part performance
- Surface preparation before anodizing, coating, welding, or plating
- 3D printed metals: first step surface reduction
Choosing the right ceramic media depends on your part material, finishing goal, equipment type, and cycle time requirements:
- Heavy burr removal on ferrous materials → Fast-Cut Ceramic (D, D+)
- Precision edge prep on small components → Precision Ceramic (B, C)
- High-luster finish on all materials → Porcelain Ceramic (A3)
Matching media size and shape to your part geometry is also critical to avoid lodging in holes or recesses.
Note: Non-ferrous and titanium materials usually process with plastic media.
For best results, contact our finishing experts for a tailored recommendation.