Mining started in 1930; the processing plant is in Fernwood, Idaho. Deposits are an almandine Garnet with excellent properties for use in waterjet applications. Westjet Garnet is crushed, precision screened and washed, providing a super clean waterjet abrasive garnet. The grain hardness of Westjet Garnet adds to its cutting ability, providing exceptional cutting speed, a minimal kerf variance and a better edge finish, without a change to in machine speed.
Westjet Garnet
Westjet Garnet is minded by Emerald Creek Garnet from creek beddings in the Fernwood, Idaho area, USA. Westjet Garnet is washed with fresh water in a state-of-the-art washing facility. Because of this special process, Westjet is one of the cleanest abrasives for waterjet cutting.
Advantages of Westjet Garnet for Waterjet Cutting
- Very clean; washed with fresh water
- High-precision finish
- Fast cutting speed
- Available from various warehouse locations in USA and Canada
Available Sizes
| MM | US MESH | #50 | #60/80 | #80 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.600 | 30 | 0-5 | ||
| 0.425 | 40 | 40-60 | 0-5 | |
| 0.300 | 50 | 30-60 | 30-50 | 0-10 |
| 0.250 | 60 | 2-15 | 20-30 | 25-35 |
| 0.180 | 80 | 0-5 | 10-35 | 45-60 |
| 0.125 | 120 | 0-5 | 0-10 | |
| 0.106 | 140 | |||
| 0.090 | 170 |
Technical Specifications
| Symbol | Name | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| SiO2 |
Silicon Dioxid | 37 |
| Fe2O3 | Iron Oxide | 33 |
| AI2O3 | Aluminium Oxide | 25 |
| MgO | Magnesium Oxide | 4 |
| CaO | Calcium Oxide | 1 |
| MnO | Manganese Oxide | 1 |
| TiO2 | Titanium Dioxide | 1-4 |
| SiO2 | Crystalline Silica | <1 |
Characteristics
| Color: | Deep Red to Pink |
| Specific Gravity: | 4.0 – 4.1 |
| Bulk Density: | ~135 lbs. cu.ft. |
| Hardness: | 7.5 – 8.0 Mohs |
Packaging
- 50 lb. paper bags
- 2000 lb. and 4000 lb. super sacs
