840 Abrasive Compound

840 is an aluminum oxide based abrasive compound. It is formulated with a moderate
alkaline build and suspension additives. This
product keeps media and abrasive particulate
sharp and working hard. This highly refined blend is designed to give both optimum cut-down times and finish color on a wide variety of alloys.

PHYSICAL PROPERTIES
Appearance Gray speckled powder
pH @ 1% Solution 10.2
Odor Negligible
Foaming Action Low
Solubility in water 40%
Rinsing action Excellent
Metal Safety All metals
Bulk density 90#/cu.ft.
Stability Stable
Standard Container 500 lb. fiber

Progress Chemical guarantees its products will
perform to your satisfaction when used in accordance to our recommendations. We back this guarantee with over 60 years experience. Our company has been certified to ISO 9001:2000 Quality Standards.


Product Info
USAGE AND DILUTION
INSTRUCTIONS

For usage in rotary barrel and vibratory finishing
operations to debur and improve surface
qualities. Usage will vary greatly depending on
nature of parts, amount of water used, time
requirements, finish desired, equipment
employed, media used (if any), and other
physical properties related to the process.
Consult your sales representative for recommendations specific to your operation.


HANDLING AND STORAGE

This product does not pose any fire hazards.
Use good industrial hygiene practices such as
wearing chemical safety goggles, rubber gloves,
impermeable apron, rubber boots, as necessary
to prevent personal contact. NIOSH approved
respirator is recommended if dust is expected to
be generated. In case of eye contact flush eyes
with water for 15 minutes and consult physician.
In case of skin contact, flush with water.
Remove contaminated clothing promptly. Keep
product containers tightly closed whennot in use.
Store in the original container in cool dry place.
When stored as above, shelf life is a minimum of
2 years.


Refer to our Material Safety Data Sheet for additional information.
Rev. 1/09


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