Plastic tumbling media

Plastic Media, Part # R-600 TET 03

Description: A lightweight, long wearing plastic finishing media. Excellent for pre-plate and pre-polish finishes. Provides very low Ra surfaces on most metals. Weighs approximately 65 lbs. per cubic foot. Color is varies. pH 15

  • Tetrahedron geometry in 3/4" × 3/4" for controlled part contact
  • Configured for vibratory and tumbling finishing systems
  • R-600 abrasive composition with mild cutting action
  • Application-matched production pricing available by request

Pricing for this media is confirmed against your required weight, application and freight destination.

Production finishing guidance

Built for consistent deburring, edge conditioning and surface preparation.

Tetrahedron plastic media provides repeatable part-to-media contact for polishing & burnishing. Its geometry and abrasive composition help production teams match cutting action, reach and surface finish to the component.

Common applications

  • Deburring machined, stamped and cast metal components
  • Edge radiusing before coating, plating or assembly
  • Surface conditioning for repeatable finishing workflows

How to select media

Match the media shape, size, cut and process time to the part material, geometry and finish required. For complex parts or specific edge targets, request a media recommendation before ordering.

Ordering for production

Choose 250 lb, 500 lb or 1,000 lb tiers directly on this page. The selected poundage is added to cart automatically, while the tier remains visible for purchasing review.

Production quote request

Request a custom plastic-media weight.

Tell us the quantity and process requirements. Your request goes directly into the Machinist’s Vault CRM for follow-up.

Plastic media selection guide

How tetrahedron plastic media supports a repeatable finishing process.

Plastic tumbling media is selected around the part material, geometry, desired edge condition and the finishing equipment in use. This tetrahedron profile, sized 3/4" × 3/4" × n/a, is intended for consistent contact where a repeatable finishing action matters.

For dependable production results, review the machine load, media-to-part ratio, compound, water flow and cycle time together. Trial a small production run when the component, finish target or process changes, then document the setup so operators can repeat it.

Machinist's Vault supplies plastic finishing media for vibratory bowls, tubs and batch-finishing systems. Teams can order the listed production tiers online or request a custom quantity when their media program exceeds 1,000 lb.

Plastic media FAQ

Questions production teams ask before ordering.

What is tetrahedron plastic media used for?

It is commonly used for polishing & burnishing in vibratory and tumbling finishing processes. The media geometry helps provide controlled contact across component surfaces and features.

Which quantity should I order?

Choose 250 lb for smaller production requirements, 500 lb for replenishment and 1,000 lb for high-volume schedules. The page automatically places the selected poundage in the cart.

Can I get help choosing the right finishing media?

Yes. Share your part material, geometry, finishing equipment and required outcome with our team so we can help match media shape, size and process intent.

Pair media with equipment

Build the right tumbling system for your production volume.

Pair your media choice with a tabletop bowl, a portable vibratory tub or an industrial batch-finishing system. Match media, machine and process requirements in one workflow.

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