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Abrasive Blasting Calculator

Calculate media consumption, production rates, and costs for abrasive blasting surface preparation based on SSPC standards.

Inputs

Results

Production rate (sq ft/hr)

150

Total cost ($)

$516.67

Total blasting hours3.33
Total media (lbs)2,500
Media per sq ft (lbs)5
Air requirement (CFM)413
Media cost ($)$300
Labor cost ($)$216.67
Cost per sq ft ($)$1.03
Prep NameSP-10 Near-White
How to Use This Calculator
  1. Enter Surface area (sq ft), Prep standard (1-3), and Nozzle bore (inches).
  2. Set Blast pressure (PSI), Target profile (mils), and Media cost ($/lb).
  3. Adjust Labor rate ($/hr) as needed.
  4. Review Production rate (sq ft/hr) and Total cost ($) ($).
  5. Use Total blasting hours and Total media (lbs) to inform your decision.
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