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NBS Glass Bead Peening Media — AMS 2431 Certified (50 lb Bag)

MPN: NBS-GBAMS-50

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AMS 2431 Certified Glass Bead Peening Media Premium aerospace-grade glass bead media certified to AMS 2431 (SAE) specifications for shot peening applications.
Free shipping on orders over $2,500
Manufacturer warranty included
Ships in 3-5 business days
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AMS 2431 Certified Glass Bead Peening Media

Premium aerospace-grade glass bead media certified to AMS 2431 (SAE) specifications for shot peening applications. Precision-graded with strict roundness and size distribution requirements for consistent peening intensity. Used in aerospace, automotive, and defense applications where fatigue life improvement is critical.

Key Features

  • AMS 2431 / MIL-PRF-9954 certified
  • Precision size grading (±5% tolerance)
  • ≥95% spherical particles (strict roundness)
  • Lot-traceable with Certificate of Conformance
  • Consistent Almen intensity results
  • Chemically inert — no hydrogen embrittlement risk
  • Available in sizes AGB-1 through AGB-13

Specifications

Spec Value
Standard AMS 2431 / MIL-PRF-9954
Size Grade AGB-6 (106–150 microns)
Roundness ≥95% spherical
Hardness 5.5–6.0 Mohs (46–50 HRC equivalent)
Specific Gravity 2.45–2.50 g/cm³
Bag Weight 50 lbs
Certification COC included with each lot
Traceability Full lot tracking

Applications

  • Aerospace shot peening (landing gear, turbine blades)
  • Automotive spring and gear peening
  • Defense component fatigue improvement
  • Medical implant surface conditioning
  • Precision stress relief

Quality Assurance

Each lot ships with a Certificate of Conformance documenting size distribution, roundness, chemical composition, and Almen strip test results. Full traceability maintained per AS9100 requirements.

Shipping & Delivery

National Blast Supply offers free shipping on all orders over $2,500 within the contiguous United States.

Order Processing

3-5 business days handling time

In Transit

5-7 business days shipping via freight carrier

Total Estimated Delivery

8-10 business days from time of order

Depending on seasonality and availability, shipping times may vary. You will receive tracking information once your order has shipped. For questions about shipping to your area, please contact us at (307) 832-5565 or sales@nationalblastsupply.com.

Warranty & Returns

All products sold by National Blast Supply carry the full manufacturer warranty. Warranty terms vary by manufacturer and product. Please contact us for specific warranty details on this item.

Defective or Damaged Products

If you receive a defective or damaged product, please contact us within 48 hours of delivery at (307) 832-5565 or sales@nationalblastsupply.com. We will work with the manufacturer to resolve the issue promptly.

Returns

Returns of unused, undamaged products may be accepted within 30 days of delivery. A restocking fee may apply. Please contact us before returning any item. For full details, see our Refund & Return Policy.

Questions About This Product?

Our equipment specialists are happy to help you determine if this product is right for your application.

Call Us (307) 832-5565

Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM MST

Email Us sales@nationalblastsupply.com

We respond within 24-48 hours on business days

We can also provide custom quotes for bulk orders or special configurations.

AMS 2431 Certified Glass Bead Peening Media

Premium aerospace-grade glass bead media certified to AMS 2431 (SAE) specifications for shot peening applications. Precision-graded with strict roundness and size distribution requirements for consistent peening intensity. Used in aerospace, automotive, and defense applications where fatigue life improvement is critical.

Key Features

  • AMS 2431 / MIL-PRF-9954 certified
  • Precision size grading (±5% tolerance)
  • ≥95% spherical particles (strict roundness)
  • Lot-traceable with Certificate of Conformance
  • Consistent Almen intensity results
  • Chemically inert — no hydrogen embrittlement risk
  • Available in sizes AGB-1 through AGB-13

Specifications

Spec Value
Standard AMS 2431 / MIL-PRF-9954
Size Grade AGB-6 (106–150 microns)
Roundness ≥95% spherical
Hardness 5.5–6.0 Mohs (46–50 HRC equivalent)
Specific Gravity 2.45–2.50 g/cm³
Bag Weight 50 lbs
Certification COC included with each lot
Traceability Full lot tracking

Applications

  • Aerospace shot peening (landing gear, turbine blades)
  • Automotive spring and gear peening
  • Defense component fatigue improvement
  • Medical implant surface conditioning
  • Precision stress relief

Quality Assurance

Each lot ships with a Certificate of Conformance documenting size distribution, roundness, chemical composition, and Almen strip test results. Full traceability maintained per AS9100 requirements.

Shipping & Delivery

National Blast Supply offers free shipping on all orders over $2,500 within the contiguous United States.

Order Processing

3-5 business days handling time

In Transit

5-7 business days via freight carrier

Total Estimated Delivery

8-10 business days from order

Shipping times may vary. Contact us at (307) 832-5565 or sales@nationalblastsupply.com.

Warranty & Returns

All products carry the full manufacturer warranty. Contact us for specific warranty details.

Defective or Damaged Products

Contact us within 48 hours of delivery at (307) 832-5565.

Returns

Returns accepted within 30 days. Restocking fee may apply. See our Refund Policy.

Questions About This Product?

Our equipment specialists are happy to help.

Call Us (307) 832-5565

Mon - Fri, 8AM - 5PM MST

Email Us sales@nationalblastsupply.com

Response within 24-48 hours

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