Grinding compound, polishing compound, and cleaning compound are all used in mass finishing, but they solve different problems.
This distinction matters because many finishing problems are caused not by the machine or tumbling media, but by using the wrong chemical for the process goal.
If a part has heavy burrs, polishing compound will not replace the cutting action of abrasive media.
If parts are covered with machining oil, grinding compound alone may not provide enough cleaning.
If the parts already have a smooth surface but need better brightness, a cleaning compound may leave them clean but still dull.
The correct mass finishing process therefore depends on matching the compound with:
Part material
Media type
Machine type
Surface condition
Finishing goal
Water system
Processing time
Downstream treatment
This guide explains the difference between grinding compound, polishing compound, and cleaning compound, how each one works, and when each should be used.
Quick Summary
| Compound Type | Main Purpose | Typical Use |
|---|---|---|
| Grinding compound | Support deburring and cutting | Ceramic/plastic media deburring |
| Polishing compound | Improve smoothness and brightness | Porcelain/steel media polishing |
| Cleaning compound | Remove oil, dirt, and residue | Oily CNC parts, pre-finishing cleaning |
| Rust inhibitor | Prevent corrosion after wet processing | Steel and iron parts |
| Burnishing compound | Support steel media brightening | Steel media polishing |
| Polishing paste | Dry polishing | Walnut shell and dry media |
The main difference is simple:
Grinding compound supports material removal.
Polishing compound supports surface refinement and brightness.
Cleaning compound removes contamination.
What Is Grinding Compound?
Grinding compound is used during abrasive mass finishing processes.
It is typically used with:
Ceramic tumbling media
Plastic tumbling media
Fine abrasive media
Vibratory finishing machines
Centrifugal disc machines
Centrifugal barrel machines
Its purpose is to support a stable deburring and cutting environment.
Grinding compound can help:
Remove metal fines
Remove light oil
Carry abrasive residue away
Keep media cleaner
Improve lubrication
Reduce redeposition
Stabilize cutting performance
It does not perform the main cutting by itself. The tumbling media and machine provide the mechanical action.
What Is Polishing Compound?
Polishing compound is used when the target is a smoother, brighter, or more refined surface.
It is often used with:
Porcelain media
Steel tumbling media
Fine ceramic media
Selected plastic media
Burnishing processes
Polishing compound can help:
Improve brightness
Reduce dull appearance
Improve surface cleanliness
Support fine polishing
Keep polishing media clean
Reduce staining
Improve batch consistency
It is especially useful on:
Aluminum
Brass
Copper
Stainless steel
Decorative hardware
Jewelry
Watch parts
Small precision components
What Is Cleaning Compound?
Cleaning compound is used primarily to remove contamination.
Common contamination includes:
Machining oil
Coolant
Grease
Dust
Metal fines
Die release agent
Stamping lubricant
General shop contamination
Cleaning compound may be used:
Before finishing.
During deburring.
As a separate cleaning stage.
Before plating, coating, or assembly.
Its main target is cleanliness rather than cutting or brightness.
Grinding Compound vs Polishing Compound vs Cleaning Compound
| Factor | Grinding Compound | Polishing Compound | Cleaning Compound |
|---|---|---|---|
| Main goal | Deburring support | Surface brightness | Contamination removal |
| Cutting support | High | Low | Low |
| Cleaning ability | Medium | Medium | High |
| Brightness improvement | Low | High | Low |
| Typical media | Ceramic/plastic | Porcelain/steel | Any, depending on process |
| Typical stage | First stage | Second/final stage | Before or during finishing |
| Best for | Burrs, sharp edges | Smooth/bright surface | Oil, grease, residue |
| Heavy oil removal | Limited to moderate | Poor | Best |
| Rust prevention | Not primary | Not primary | Not primary |
| Decorative finish | Limited | Best | Cleaning only |
Each compound should be chosen based on its actual job.
Why One Compound Cannot Do Everything
A common purchasing mistake is asking for one “universal compound” to handle:
Deburring
Cleaning
Polishing
Brightening
Rust prevention
Anti-staining
In practice, one chemistry rarely performs every function equally well.
A compound optimized for strong cleaning may not create the best brightness.
A polishing compound may not remove heavy machining oil effectively.
A grinding compound may help cutting but provide limited corrosion protection.
For stable production, different finishing stages may need different compounds.
Grinding Compound in Deburring
During deburring, the machine and media remove material from the part.
This produces:
Metal particles
Abrasive fines
Burr fragments
Oil contamination
Slurry
Grinding compound helps keep these contaminants suspended and moving through the process.
Without good slurry control:
Media can become loaded.
Parts can become dirty.
Surface scratches can increase.
Cutting performance can decrease.
Processing time can become inconsistent.
Ceramic Media + Grinding Compound
This is one of the most common industrial combinations.
Suitable for:
Carbon steel
Stainless steel
Iron
Titanium
CNC parts
Laser cut parts
Stamped parts
Fasteners
A typical route:
Ceramic media + water + grinding compound → deburring → rinse → dry
If brightness is later required, another polishing stage can be added.
Plastic Media + Grinding Compound
Plastic media is often used with softer metals.
Suitable applications include:
Aluminum
Brass
Copper
Zinc alloy
Magnesium
Soft die castings
The grinding compound should be compatible with the softer metal.
For aluminum, aggressive or unsuitable chemistry can cause darkening or staining.
For brass and copper, anti-stain performance may be important.
When Grinding Compound Is the Right Choice
Choose grinding compound when the main problem is:
Burrs
Sharp edges
Tool marks
Surface roughness
Rust or oxide combined with abrasive finishing
Media loading
Unstable abrasive cutting
| Part Condition | Grinding Compound Suitability |
|---|---|
| Heavy burrs | Suitable |
| CNC machining burrs | Suitable |
| Laser cut edges | Suitable |
| Stamped burrs | Suitable |
| Light oil contamination | Suitable |
| Brightness only | Not ideal |
| Heavy grease | May need cleaning compound |
| Final polish | Not ideal |
Grinding compound belongs mainly to the cutting stage.
When Grinding Compound Is Not Enough
Grinding compound may not solve:
Heavy oil contamination
Final brightness
Decorative polishing
Long-term rust protection
Dry polishing
Strong anti-stain requirements
In those cases, another chemical stage may be needed.
Polishing Compound in Fine Finishing
Polishing compound is used after the major burrs have already been removed.
It works with smoother media and lower material-removal processes.
Typical combinations include:
Porcelain media + polishing compound
Steel media + polishing/burnishing compound
Fine ceramic + polishing compound
Plastic media + polishing compound for soft metals
The aim is to improve:
Smoothness
Brightness
Surface uniformity
Clean appearance
Final cosmetic quality
Porcelain Media + Polishing Compound
This combination is useful for:
Stainless steel precision parts
Watch parts
Medical parts
Jewelry
Brass parts
Decorative components
A typical process:
Deburr first → porcelain media + polishing compound → rinse → dry
Porcelain media refines the surface while the compound supports cleanliness and brightness.
Steel Media + Polishing or Burnishing Compound
Steel media is used mainly for burnishing.
The compound helps:
Clean the media.
Lubricate contact.
Improve brightness.
Reduce stains.
Maintain a cleaner surface.
Typical applications include:
Stainless steel hardware
Fasteners
Jewelry
Brass fittings
Copper parts
Decorative metal components
A common process is:
Ceramic deburring → steel media + burnishing compound → drying
When Polishing Compound Is the Right Choice
Use polishing compound when:
Burrs are already controlled.
The part needs better brightness.
The surface needs refinement.
A decorative finish is required.
Porcelain or steel media is used.
The customer wants better appearance rather than more cutting.
| Part Condition | Polishing Compound Suitability |
|---|---|
| Smooth but dull stainless steel | Very suitable |
| Brass needing brightness | Suitable |
| Copper decorative parts | Suitable with anti-stain control |
| Jewelry | Suitable |
| Heavy machining burrs | Not sufficient |
| Oily incoming parts | Clean first |
| Rusty steel | Needs other treatment first |
Why Polishing Compound Cannot Fix a Rough Surface Alone
Polishing compound does not automatically turn a heavily machined surface into a mirror finish.
If the starting surface has:
Deep tool marks
Heavy scratches
Sharp burrs
Deep casting defects
The mechanical finishing stage must reduce those defects first.
A better route is:
Deburring → smoothing → polishing
Trying to skip the smoothing stage usually creates long cycle times and disappointing brightness.
Cleaning Compound for Oily Parts
Cleaning compound is best when contamination is the main problem.
Typical incoming parts may contain:
CNC cutting oil
Stamping oil
Grease
Die release agent
Grinding oil
Dust
Storage contamination
If the oil level is too high, abrasive media can become dirty quickly.
This reduces finishing performance.
Pre-Cleaning Before Tumbling
Heavily oily parts may benefit from pre-cleaning.
A possible process:
Pre-clean → rinse → mass finishing → final rinse → dry
Advantages include:
Cleaner media
More stable compound concentration
Lower oil contamination
Better surface quality
Longer media effectiveness
For heavily contaminated production, pre-cleaning may lower total finishing cost.
Cleaning Compound During Tumbling
For moderate contamination, cleaning compound may be added directly during finishing.
It can help:
Remove oil
Carry contamination away
Reduce redeposition
Keep media cleaner
Improve final cleanliness
This works especially well in flow-through systems where dirty liquid exits continuously.
When Cleaning Compound Is the Right Choice
| Situation | Cleaning Compound Suitability |
|---|---|
| Oily CNC parts | Very suitable |
| Stamped parts with lubricant | Very suitable |
| Die castings with release agent | Suitable |
| Parts before plating | Suitable |
| Parts before coating | Suitable |
| Heavy burr removal | Needs abrasive media too |
| Brightening | Not enough alone |
| Rust protection | Needs inhibitor |
Cleaning compound solves contamination, not mechanical finishing.
Cleaning Compound vs Degreasing Before Mass Finishing
Sometimes mass finishing compound is not enough.
If parts are covered in thick grease or heavy oil, separate industrial degreasing may be more practical.
Mass finishing should not become a waste-treatment process for extremely oily parts.
A supplier should evaluate incoming contamination before recommending compound concentration.
Which Compound for CNC Parts?
CNC parts may have both burrs and oil.
The correct choice depends on oil level.
| CNC Part Condition | Possible Compound Direction |
|---|---|
| Light oil + burrs | Grinding/cleaning compound |
| Heavy oil + burrs | Pre-clean + grinding compound |
| Burrs removed, brightness needed | Polishing compound |
| Stainless part before passivation | Cleaning-focused low-residue process |
| Aluminum before anodizing | Material-compatible cleaning/grinding compound |
CNC parts often need both mechanical and chemical control.
Which Compound for Aluminum?
Aluminum needs careful chemistry.
Possible goals:
Deburring
Cleaning
Surface smoothing
Pre-anodizing
Polishing
| Aluminum Goal | Compound Direction |
|---|---|
| Deburring | Material-compatible grinding compound |
| Heavy oil cleaning | Cleaning compound |
| Pre-anodizing | Low-residue cleaning/grinding process |
| Polishing | Aluminum-compatible polishing compound |
| Cosmetic finish | Stable chemistry with low staining risk |
Do not select an aggressive compound without testing aluminum color and surface.
Which Compound for Stainless Steel?
| Stainless Steel Goal | Compound Direction |
|---|---|
| Ceramic deburring | Grinding compound |
| Oily part cleaning | Cleaning compound |
| Porcelain polishing | Polishing compound |
| Steel media brightening | Burnishing/polishing compound |
| Before passivation | Clean, low-residue process |
| Cosmetic hardware | Polishing compound |
One stainless steel part may use multiple compounds at different stages.
Which Compound for Carbon Steel?
Carbon steel requires both finishing and rust control.
Possible process:
Grinding compound during deburring → rinse → rust inhibitor → dry
If steel parts stay wet, even a good deburring compound cannot prevent all rust problems.
Drying must be part of the solution.
Which Compound for Brass?
Brass is sensitive to staining.
Possible process directions:
Plastic media + grinding/cleaning compound for burr removal.
Porcelain/steel media + polishing compound for brightness.
Anti-stain chemistry if discoloration occurs.
Check the final dry color before approval.
Which Compound for Copper?
Copper can oxidize and change color.
The compound should:
Clean effectively.
Avoid aggressive discoloration.
Support polishing.
Reduce stains.
The actual alloy and target color should be tested.
Which Compound for Zinc Alloy?
Zinc alloy is often processed before plating.
The compound should support:
Cleaning
Light deburring
Low residue
Surface uniformity
Low staining
A process that looks acceptable before plating may still create plating defects if residue remains.
Grinding Compound Before Polishing
A multi-step process can use different chemicals.
Example:
Stage 1: Ceramic media + grinding compound
Purpose: remove burrs.
Stage 2: Porcelain media + polishing compound
Purpose: refine the surface.
Stage 3: Drying
Purpose: prevent water marks.
This is often more stable than trying to do everything in one stage.
Cleaning Compound Before Grinding
If the parts are extremely oily:
Stage 1: Cleaning compound
Stage 2: Abrasive media + grinding compound
Stage 3: Rinse and dry
This keeps the abrasive process cleaner.
Cleaning Compound Before Polishing
A polished surface requires clean parts.
If oil remains on the part, polishing media can spread contamination around rather than create brightness.
A clean surface improves polishing consistency.
Grinding Compound vs Polishing Compound: Main Difference
| Factor | Grinding Compound | Polishing Compound |
|---|---|---|
| Main purpose | Support cutting | Support brightness |
| Used with abrasive media | Yes | Sometimes |
| Used with porcelain | Less common | Common |
| Used with steel media | Not typical | Common |
| Removes heavy burrs directly | No, media does | No |
| Surface target | Deburred/smooth | Refined/bright |
| Typical process stage | First | Second/final |
The media still performs the main mechanical work.
Grinding Compound vs Cleaning Compound
| Factor | Grinding Compound | Cleaning Compound |
|---|---|---|
| Main goal | Cutting support | Oil removal |
| Metal fines removal | Good | Good |
| Heavy oil cleaning | Moderate | Better |
| Burr process | Yes | Only with abrasive process |
| Surface brightness | Low | Low |
| Typical stage | During deburring | Before or during finishing |
Some formulations can provide both grinding and cleaning functions, but the priority still matters.
Polishing Compound vs Cleaning Compound
| Factor | Polishing Compound | Cleaning Compound |
|---|---|---|
| Main goal | Brightness | Cleanliness |
| Cosmetic finish | High importance | Limited |
| Heavy oil removal | Low | High |
| Steel media use | Common | Not primary |
| Porcelain media use | Common | Possible |
| Final polish stage | Yes | Usually no |
Clean is not the same as polished.
A clean stainless steel part can still be dull.
A polished part can still have chemical residue if rinsing is poor.
What About Rust Inhibitor?
Rust inhibitor is a separate function.
It is especially useful for:
Carbon steel
Iron
Steel fasteners
Ferrous components
It may be integrated into some compound systems, but it should not automatically be confused with grinding, cleaning, or polishing compound.
A typical ferrous process may need:
Grinding compound + rust inhibitor + dryer.
What About Burnishing Compound?
Burnishing compound is closely related to polishing compound but is especially associated with steel media.
Its role includes:
Lubrication
Cleaning
Brightness
Media maintenance
Surface burnishing
For steel tumbling media, use a compound designed for that type of process.
What About Polishing Paste?
Polishing paste is different again.
It is commonly used with:
Walnut shell
Corn cob
Dry organic media
Rotary barrel dry polishing
It is not normally added to the wet vibratory deburring bath.
A typical dry polishing route:
Deburr → dry → walnut shell + polishing paste → separate → inspect
How Compound Affects Foam
Different compounds create different foam behavior.
Excessive foam may result from:
Overdosing
Wrong compound
Oil contamination
Water chemistry
Mixing incompatible cleaners
Foam should be controlled because it can affect machine operation, discharge, and process consistency.
How Compound Affects Part Cleanliness
A good compound should help keep removed contamination in the liquid phase until it exits the machine.
If contamination redeposits:
Parts become gray.
Media becomes dirty.
Surface scratches may increase.
Brightness decreases.
For flow-through processing, clean liquid entering and dirty liquid exiting usually improves consistency.
How Compound Affects Media Cleanliness
Dirty media can lose finishing efficiency.
For ceramic or plastic media, contamination can cover the abrasive surface.
For steel media, dirty media may lose brightness performance.
Compound helps maintain clean media during production.
How Compound Affects Surface Color
This is especially important for:
Aluminum
Brass
Copper
Zinc
Poor chemistry can cause:
Darkening
Yellowing
Gray appearance
Stains
Uneven color
Material compatibility should always be tested.
How Compound Affects Downstream Processes
Finishing does not end when the machine stops.
The next step may be:
Anodizing
Electroplating
Powder coating
Painting
Passivation
Assembly
Packaging
Compound residue can interfere with downstream treatment.
| Downstream Process | Important Compound Requirement |
|---|---|
| Anodizing | Clean aluminum, low residue |
| Plating | Clean surface, no trapped contamination |
| Powder coating | Good cleaning and rinsing |
| Passivation | Low residue and clean stainless steel |
| Assembly | No oil or media residue |
| Packaging | Dry, stain-free surface |
Always tell the finishing supplier what happens after tumbling.
Water Flow and Compound Selection
Compound performance depends on water.
A batch process and a flow-through process may require different dosing strategies.
| Process | Main Concern |
|---|---|
| Batch | Contamination accumulates |
| Flow-through | Compound and water flow must be stable |
| Recycled water | Contamination must be filtered |
| Manual dosing | Operator variation |
| Automatic dosing | Better repeatability |
A good chemical is not enough if dosing is inconsistent.
Compound Concentration
The correct concentration should be tested.
Too low:
Poor cleaning
Low lubrication
Unstable finishing
Too high:
Excess foam
Residue
Higher chemical cost
Difficult rinsing
More chemical does not automatically mean better finishing.
Common Problems and Which Compound to Check
| Problem | Compound Direction to Review |
|---|---|
| Burrs remain | Grinding process / media first |
| Parts are oily | Cleaning compound |
| Parts are dull | Polishing compound / process sequence |
| Steel rusts | Rust inhibitor and drying |
| Brass stains | Anti-stain polishing chemistry |
| Aluminum darkens | Material-compatible compound |
| Too much foam | Concentration / compound type |
| Media becomes dirty | Cleaning/grinding chemistry |
| Residue remains | Concentration and rinsing |
| Brightness varies | Polishing/burnishing dosing |
Do not automatically change the machine when the chemistry may be the problem.
Example Process 1: Stainless Steel CNC Part
Condition:
Machining burrs
Light oil
Need smooth industrial finish
Possible process:
Ceramic media
Grinding compound
Wet vibratory finishing
Rinse
Dry
No polishing compound is necessary if brightness is not required.
Example Process 2: Bright Stainless Steel Hardware
Condition:
Burrs
Dull surface
High brightness required
Possible process:
Stage 1: Ceramic media + grinding compound
Stage 2: Steel media + burnishing/polishing compound
Stage 3: Rinse and dry
This separates deburring from brightening.
Example Process 3: Aluminum Before Anodizing
Condition:
Light burrs
Machining oil
Cosmetic anodizing later
Possible process:
Plastic media
Aluminum-compatible grinding/cleaning compound
Controlled wet finishing
Rinse thoroughly
Dry
Anodizing trial
The raw finished surface and anodized result should both be checked.
Example Process 4: Brass Decorative Part
Condition:
Light burrs
Need bright appearance
Possible process:
Plastic media + grinding/cleaning compound
Then porcelain or steel media + polishing compound
Rinse
Dry quickly
Anti-stain behavior should be checked after drying.
Example Process 5: Heavily Oily CNC Parts
Condition:
Heavy cutting oil
Burrs
Media becomes dirty quickly
Possible process:
Pre-cleaning compound
Rinse
Ceramic media + grinding compound
Final rinse
Dry
This may be better than increasing grinding compound concentration.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
Do not use polishing compound to solve heavy burrs.
Do not use grinding compound when the main problem is heavy oil contamination without checking cleaning performance.
Do not assume cleaning compound will create brightness.
Do not use one compound for every metal.
Do not confuse polishing compound with polishing paste.
Do not ignore rust inhibitor for wet-finished steel.
Do not overdose compound to compensate for a weak process.
Do not ignore downstream anodizing, plating, or passivation.
Do not compare chemicals only by price per liter.
Do not change compound without testing the complete machine + media + water process.
How to Choose the Right Compound Step by Step
- Confirm the part material.
- Identify the main problem.
- Determine whether the goal is cutting, cleaning, or polishing.
- Check incoming oil and contamination.
- Confirm the media type.
- Confirm the machine type.
- Confirm downstream processing.
- Select the compound type.
- Set a test concentration.
- Test water flow or batch volume.
- Run sample parts.
- Check cleaning.
- Check burr removal.
- Check brightness.
- Check foam.
- Check stains or discoloration.
- Rinse and dry.
- Inspect the final dry part.
- Test downstream finishing if needed.
- Record the approved process recipe.
Buyer Checklist Before Ordering Compound
| Checkpoint | Confirmed |
|---|---|
| Part material confirmed | Yes / No |
| Main finishing goal defined | Yes / No |
| Incoming contamination checked | Yes / No |
| Media type confirmed | Yes / No |
| Machine type confirmed | Yes / No |
| Grinding compound needed | Yes / No |
| Cleaning compound needed | Yes / No |
| Polishing compound needed | Yes / No |
| Rust protection needed | Yes / No |
| Downstream process confirmed | Yes / No |
| Water system reviewed | Yes / No |
| Concentration tested | Yes / No |
| Foam checked | Yes / No |
| Rinsing method confirmed | Yes / No |
| Final dry sample approved | Yes / No |
What Information Should You Send to the Supplier?
| Information | Why It Matters |
|---|---|
| Part photos | Shows surface and contamination |
| Material | Determines chemistry compatibility |
| Current machine | Determines dosing and flow |
| Current media | Determines compound function |
| Burr condition | Helps define grinding requirements |
| Oil level | Helps define cleaning requirements |
| Target finish | Determines polishing requirement |
| Current compound | Helps troubleshoot |
| Current problem | Oil, rust, stains, dullness, foam, residue |
| Downstream process | Helps avoid compatibility problems |
| Water system | Batch, flow-through, or recycling |
| Batch quantity | Helps calculate consumption |
| Daily output | Helps design dosing system |
| Drying method | Helps diagnose rust or stains |
For troubleshooting, also send photos of the finished defects.
Sample Testing Process
A proper compound comparison should test the full process.
A practical test includes:
- Use the same batch of raw parts.
- Keep the machine constant.
- Keep the media constant.
- Test different compound options.
- Control concentration.
- Control water volume or flow.
- Keep processing time constant.
- Compare burr removal.
- Compare cleanliness.
- Compare surface color.
- Compare brightness.
- Compare foam.
- Rinse using the same method.
- Dry using the same method.
- Inspect the final dry surfaces.
- Test downstream process if required.
- Select the best complete process rather than only the best-looking wet sample.
A useful test report should include:
| Test Item | Why It Matters |
|---|---|
| Compound type | Defines process function |
| Concentration | Supports repeatability |
| Machine | Controls finishing energy |
| Media | Controls mechanical finishing |
| Water setting | Controls chemistry |
| Processing time | Controls productivity |
| Cleaning result | Measures contamination removal |
| Burr result | Measures deburring performance |
| Brightness result | Measures polishing result |
| Surface color | Identifies staining |
| Foam behavior | Confirms process stability |
| Drying result | Checks water spots and rust |
| Final recommendation | Defines production recipe |
Practical Recommendations
Use grinding compound when deburring and material removal are the main goals.
Use cleaning compound when oil, grease, or contamination is the main problem.
Use polishing compound when burrs are already controlled and the target is a brighter or more refined surface.
For steel media burnishing, use a suitable burnishing or polishing compound.
For carbon steel, include rust protection and drying.
For aluminum, brass, copper, and zinc alloy, select chemistry based on material compatibility.
For heavily oily parts, consider pre-cleaning instead of adding excessive compound to the finishing machine.
For plating, anodizing, coating, and passivation, verify that the compound rinses cleanly.
For stable production, record concentration, water flow, media, time, and loading ratio.
Conclusion
Grinding compound, polishing compound, and cleaning compound have different jobs in mass finishing.
Grinding compound supports abrasive deburring and cutting.
Cleaning compound removes oil, grease, dirt, and process contamination.
Polishing compound supports surface refinement, brightness, and burnishing after burrs are already controlled.
The correct compound depends on the part material, media, machine, surface condition, finishing goal, water system, concentration, processing time, and downstream treatment.
In many applications, the best process uses more than one stage. A part may first be cleaned, then deburred with grinding compound, then polished with polishing compound, and finally dried or protected against rust.
ShinyStar Machinery provides complete mass finishing process support based on actual parts rather than recommending chemicals in isolation. We can match the finishing machine, ceramic/plastic/porcelain/steel media, grinding compound, cleaning compound, polishing compound, separator, dryer, and process parameters.
If you are not sure whether your parts need grinding compound, polishing compound, or cleaning compound, send us your part photos, material, current media, machine type, contamination condition, burr condition, target finish, downstream process, batch quantity, and daily output. Our team can test your parts and recommend a practical machine + media + compound + drying process.
