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Synthetic Tumbling Media

Designed for deburring, smoothing, and finishing applications that demand repeatable results and dependable media performance.

Produce better finishes. Increase consistency. Maximize productivity.

Our high-performance Synthetic Media combines effective cutting action with long-lasting durability to deliver consistent surface finishes across a variety of components and materials. Manufacturers rely on it to improve finishing efficiency, reduce variability, and achieve high-quality results with confidence.

Request a free lab sample to get started, or keep browsing to learn more about synthetic media.

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You have parts that need finishing, but you don’t have time to waste and money to burn, so send us your parts, and we’ll use our lab to prove out a process for you. Save your time and energy for what you do best, and we’ll do our best to get you the results your parts deserve.

POPULAR SYNTHETIC MEDIA OPTIONS

SY CONE SYNTHETIC MEDIA

Aggressive (SY) is our most aggressive synthetic media formulation. Cone-shaped media provides an excellent balance of cutting action and surface coverage. Its tapered design reaches into holes, slots, and recessed features while maintaining aggressive material removal.

Stainless Steel Ball Cone Sizes

Size
1/8″
5/32″
3/16″
1/4″
5/16″

SY PYRAMID SYNTHETIC MEDIA

Aggressive (SY) IS our most aggressive synthetic media. Pyramid media delivers concentrated cutting action through its multiple edges and points. It excels at removing burrs quickly while accessing corners and detailed features that larger media shapes may miss.

Stainless Steel Ball Cone Sizes

Size
1/8″
5/32″
3/16″
1/4″
5/16″

SY TRIANGLE SYNTHETIC MEDIA

Primarily used for consistent edge finishing, triangle media combines efficient cutting performance with excellent part-to-part consistency. Its shape allows it to work effectively along edges, flats, and corners, making it a dependable choice for a wide range of applications.

Stainless Steel Ball Cone Sizes

Size
1/8″
5/32″
3/16″
1/4″
5/16″

SY-1 CONE SYNTHETIC MEDIA

Fast Cut (SY-1) Cone design reaches into holes, slots, and recessed features while maintaining aggressive material removal.

Synthetic SY-1 Cone Sizes

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

SY-1 PYRAMID SYNTHETIC MEDIA

Fast Cut (SY-1) pyramid delivers aggressive cutting through multiple edges and points, removing burrs while reaching corners and detailed features.

Synthetic SY-1 Pyramid Sizes

Size
3/8 x 3/8
3/8 x 5/8
1-5/8 X 1 X 1

SY-1 TETRAHEDRON SYNTHETIC MEDIA

Fast Cut (SY-1) Tetrahedron delivers consistent contact across edges, corners, and complex surfaces.

Synthetic SY-1 Tetrahedron Sizes

Size
¾ X ¾
1-1/8 X 1-1/8
2 X 2
3 X 3

Why Choose Synthetic Media?

Whether you’re polishing for appearance, preparing parts for plating, or maximizing material removal, our synthetic media lineup delivers consistent, reliable performance across a wide range of finishing applications. Lightweight and engineered for durability, each formulation optimizes your process and improves part quality.

Polish (SM) – Bright Finish. Reliable Performance.

Polish (SM) media is designed to produce a bright, polished surface finish with excellent wear characteristics. Its lightweight composition performs exceptionally well across virtually all types of finishing equipment, making it a versatile choice for a wide range of production environments.

Pre-Plate (SV) -Precision Finishing for Superior Surface Preparation.

Pre-Plate (SV) delivers an exceptionally fine finish and enhanced surface quality, making it an ideal choice when appearance and coating performance matter most. Its long-lasting formulation provides excellent color and consistency throughout the finishing process.

General Purpose (SX) – Balanced Cutting and Finishing Performance.

General Purpose (SX) is formulated specifically for high-energy equipment, delivering effective cutting action while maintaining a finish suitable for plating or painting. It offers an excellent balance between material removal and surface quality.

Fast Cut (SY-1) – Faster Processing. Excellent Results.

Fast Cut (SY-1) is engineered for rapid material removal without sacrificing finish quality. This lightweight media produces surfaces ready for anodizing or painting, reducing cycle times and increasing throughput.

Aggressive (SY) – Maximum Material Removal. Minimum Cycle Time.

When cutting performance is the top priority, Aggressive (SY) delivers. As our most aggressive synthetic media formulation, it excels at metal removal, edge radiusing, and reducing processing time, making it ideal for demanding production environments.

Find the Right Synthetic Media for Your Process

From high-gloss finishing to aggressive material removal, our synthetic media solutions deliver consistent results, extended media life, and efficient processing across a wide range of applications. Let our team help you select the ideal media for your parts, equipment, and finishing goals.

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SYNTHETIC MEDIA QUESTIONS

Let’s find the right synthetic media for your parts.

Tell us about your parts, desired finish, and process. We can help identify a synthetic media option that fits your application.

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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