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Plastic Tumbling Media

Plastic Media for Precision Finishing & Controlled Material Removal

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Designed for light deburring, surface smoothing, and finishing applications where part geometry and dimensional integrity matter most.

Achieve smoother finishes. Protect critical dimensions. Improve consistency.

Our high-performance Plastic Media provides controlled cutting action and excellent surface refinement, helping manufacturers produce consistent, high-quality finishes while minimizing part damage and preserving tolerances.

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POPULAR PLASTIC MEDIA OPTIONS

XV CONE PLASTIC MEDIA

Primarily used for light deburring, edge radiusing, and surface finishing of softer metals and delicate parts.

Top Selling Sizes

Dimensions
3/8 x 3/8
½ x 9/16
¾ x ¾  
1 x 1

XV PYRAMID PLASTIC MEDIA

Primarily used to deburr, smooth, clean, and pre-polish metal and plastic parts, especially for reaching edges, corners, and recessed areas.

Top Selling Sizes

Dimensions
¼ X ¼ X ¼
5/16 X 5/16 X 5/16
3/8 X 3/8 X 3/8
3/8 X 5/8 X 3/8

X TRIANGLE PLASTIC MEDIA

Primarily used for light deburring, edge radiusing, and general surface finishing of softer metals and components.

Sizes Offered 

X-triangle plastic media is only made in the sizes listed here.

Dimensions
5/8 X 3/8 X ½
1-1/4 X 5/8 X 7/8

V CONE PLASTIC MEDIA

Primarily used for light deburring, edge radiusing, and surface finishing of intricate parts.

Top Selling Sizes

Dimensions
3/8 X 3/8
½ X 9/16
¾ X ¾
1 X 1

X CONE PLASTIC MEDIA

Primarily used for light to moderate deburring, edge radiusing, and surface finishing of precision components.

Top Selling Sizes

Size
3/8 X 3/8
½ X 9/16
¾ X ¾
1-1/4 X 1-1/4

X PYRAMID PLASTIC MEDIA

Primarily used for light to moderate deburring, edge radiusing, and surface finishing of metal and plastic parts.

Top Selling Sizes

Size
¼ X ¼ X ¼
3/8 X 3/8 X 3/8
5/16 X 5/16 X 5/16
3/8 X 5/8 X 3/8

Why Choose Plastic Media?

Controlled Cutting Action

Provides effective material removal without over-processing parts, making it ideal for applications that require dimensional accuracy and precision finishing.

Superior Surface Finishing

Produces smooth, uniform surface finishes while reducing scratches, blemishes, and other surface imperfections.

Protects Delicate Parts

Offers a gentler finishing solution than ceramic media, helping protect sensitive materials, intricate geometries, and tight tolerances.

Available in Multiple Shapes & Grades

Choose from a wide range of shapes, sizes, and abrasive formulations to meet your specific finishing requirements.

Applications

  • Light deburring
  • Surface smoothing
  • Pre-plating preparation
  • Cosmetic finishing
  • Deflashing
  • Component cleaning
  • Precision finishing
  • Non-ferrous metal finishing

Benefits

  • Consistent surface quality
  • Controlled material removal
  • Excellent for precision components
  • Reduced risk of part damage
  • Suitable for various metals and materials
  • Available in a wide range of formulations

Find the Right Plastic Media

Whether you need light deburring, surface refinement, or a high-quality cosmetic finish, our Plastic Media solutions are available in a variety of shapes, densities, and abrasive levels to optimize your finishing process.

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PLASTIC MEDIA QUESTIONS

Let’s match plastic media to your parts.

Tell us about your parts and finishing goals. We’ll help you find a plastic media option for the cut and finish you need.

You can also email sales@almco.com.

Send in Your Samples

An essential step in determining the right equipment for your part is running samples in our lab. Once we have your parts in house, we’ll determine what type of media and processing times it will take to get your desired finish. Please send samples to:

ALMCO Inc.
Attn: Ken Viktora
902 E Main Street
Albert Lea, MN 56007

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