Vapour blasting
Vapour blasting, also referred to as aqua blasting is a process we use mainly for the cleaning and restoration of non ferrous metal components back to their original cast satin appearance and condition.
A mix of water and non aggressive glass bead is designed to clean materials without effecting the profile of the sub straight. Unlike many forms of dry blasting, vapour blasting is designed not to etch the component and simply clean it.
Designed to remove all dirt, grit, oils and heat staining. The depositing of the glass particles at high pressure “peens” the surface, leaving an even, soft satin sheen.
Applications
Components frequently using this process but not limited to include:
- Engine blocks and cylinder heads
- Gearbox cases
- Sumps and covers
- Suspension and chassis components
Materials
Materials ideal for this process include:
- Aluminium
- Titanium
- Copper
- Brass
- Magnesium
- Bronze
- Stainless steel
- plastics.
Flexibility
We also use this process for our clients within the engineering and manufacturing industries. Whether it be for surface finishing for used material with a previous long work load to new machined material wanting to eliminate small signs of machining. Along side this we can use other types of media to get the desired finish you want.
Vapour Blasting Pricing Guide
Car Parts
- 4 – 6 Cylinder heads (water cooled) £55 – £65
- VW Aircooled heads £50
- 4 Cylinder engine blocks £80
- 6 Cylinder engine block £95
- Cam Covers £55
- Sumps £30
- Carbs vapour blast and ultrasonic cleaned (each) £45
- Manifolds £30 – £50
- Pistons (each) £10
Motorcycle Engine (Based on 4 cylinder Suzuki Hayabusa)
- Cylinder head £35
- Cylinders £25
- Crankcases (Per side) £40
- Sump £35
Motorcycle Chassis
- Frame £80
- Swingarm £40
MX Bikes
- Cylinder head & cam cover (four stroke) £20
- Cylinder head and barrel (2 stroke) £30
- Barrel (4 stroke) £20
- Crankcases (set) £50
- Carb (including ultrasonic clean afterwards) £45
All prices exclude VAT (Currently at 20%)
Pricing will variy depending on make and model and the above pricing is to be used a
guide only.
These prices are based on aluminuim parts which are paint and soil free.
We highly recommened all bearings, moving parts, seals and electrical parts are
removed before.
Quotes can be offered for paint removal and extra pre blasting cleaning that may be
needed.
We also offer Vapour blasting services to Aviation, Marine and Engineering Industries
including anodising and plating preperation.
Contact Us
Unit 3 Sutton Court
Bath Street
Market Harborough
Leicestershire
LE16 9EQ