Iron Pellets Beads Buckshot Abbradant Birdshot Balls Steel Marbles 2,80mm - 4,75mm - 1000g

Iron Pellets / Steel Beads (Abrasive Shot, Birdshot, Marbles)
Grain Size: 2.80 mm – 4.75 mm
Material: Elemental iron or low-alloy carbon steel
Appearance: Metallic gray spherical pellets or shot

This product consists of solid iron or steel spheres in the form of pellets, balls, or beads, commonly used in mechanical processing, surface treatment, and ballistic applications. The uniform shape and hardness make these granules suitable for abrasives, polishing media, or precision casting fillers.

Chemical and Physical Properties

• Composition: Fe (iron) ≥ 98.5% (typical), may contain trace carbon, Mn, Si depending on grade

• Density: ~7.8 g/cm³

• Hardness: Typically 40–55 HRC (depending on heat treatment)

• Melting Point: ~1538°C

• Magnetic: Yes (ferromagnetic)

• Corrosion Resistance: Low (rusts in humid environments unless alloyed or coated)

Applications

Abrasive Blasting

• Used as a reusable abrasive medium in shot blasting, descaling, paint removal, and surface texturing of metals.

Casting and Foundry

• Fills casting molds as inert ballast or serves as a structural filler material in metal composites.

Ballistics & Ammunition

• Used as birdshot or buckshot in specific ammunition types for non-lethal or training purposes.

Weighting and Balancing

• Serves as a compact ballast material in marine, automotive, and sporting equipment.

Vibration & Noise Dampening

• Sometimes applied in containment for shock absorption or vibrational mass in industrial damping systems.

Safety

Signal Word: Not classified under GHS for standard metallic forms.

Precautions:

• Avoid generating dust during handling (e.g., when cutting, grinding, or oxidized).

• Use gloves and eye protection when working with loose pellets under pressure or in motion.

• Store in dry conditions to prevent corrosion.

Handling and Storage

• Handling: Non-toxic in solid form. Avoid mechanical impact at high speeds which could generate sparks.

• Storage: Keep dry and away from acids or oxidizers. If long-term storage is required, use moisture-resistant containers or apply protective oiling/coating.

Environmental Considerations

• May cause long-term buildup of iron oxides in soil or water.

• Should not be released into natural waterways or municipal drains.

• Recyclable through standard ferrous scrap metal recovery systems.