60 BARCOL
MIL-SPEC PLASTIC MEDIA
Solidstrip® Type VIII
A plastic blasting media formulated to perform twice as quickly as competing media, while remaining gentle enough for the most demanding aerospace applications.
Hardness
Striking the balance between stripping efficiency and surface safety, purpose-built for aerospace-grade components and assemblies.
Military Standards
Fully compliant with high-level aerospace and defense requirements.
Safety Resources
Download the Solidstrip® Type VIII SDS for full handling, storage, and hazard information.
What Is Solidstrip® Type VIII Plastic Media?
Solidstrip® Type VIII is a plastic blasting media formulated specifically for aerospace applications that demand both speed and surface safety. With a Barcol hardness of 60, it delivers a gentle yet highly efficient strip that protects sensitive aerospace components while performing at twice the speed of competing plastic media.
Type VIII was developed to meet the unique demands of aerospace maintenance operations, where stripping speed directly impacts turnaround time and substrate integrity is non-negotiable. It handles powder coatings and tough aerospace finishes effectively while remaining safe for use on landing gear, aircraft wheels, and rotary aircraft components. It produces no hazardous waste and leaves no chemical residue, keeping maintenance operations clean and compliant.
Available nationwide, Solidstrip® Type VIII is a proven performer for Air Force inventory maintenance, Army rotary aircraft programs, and commercial aerospace operations that demand more from their plastic blasting media.
Key Advantages
Twice the Speed of Competing Media
Formulated to perform twice as quickly as other plastic blasting media, significantly reducing cycle times and increasing throughput in aerospace maintenance operations.
Formulated to perform twice as quickly as other plastic blasting media, significantly reducing cycle times and increasing throughput in aerospace maintenance operations.
Low Dust Generation
Produces minimal airborne particulate during blasting, supporting cleaner working conditions and reducing cleanup time between cycles.
Produces minimal airborne particulate during blasting, supporting cleaner working conditions and reducing cleanup time between cycles.
No Heat Generation
Does not produce frictional heat on impact, protecting workpieces from warping or thermal distortion throughout the stripping process.
Does not produce frictional heat on impact, protecting workpieces from warping or thermal distortion throughout the stripping process.
Primary Applications
Solidstrip® Type VIII: Twice the Speed of Other Plastic Blasting Media
In aerospace maintenance, turnaround time matters. Solidstrip® Type VIII was formulated to cut stripping time in half compared to competing plastic media, helping maintenance operations move faster without putting sensitive components at risk.
Its Barcol hardness of 60 gives it the strength to strip tough aerospace coatings efficiently, while its formulation keeps it gentle enough for landing gear, aircraft wheels, and rotary aircraft components where surface integrity is critical.
Solidstrip® Type VIII is manufactured to consistent particle size tolerances, ensuring uniform stripping performance and a clean, predictable surface finish across every application and every cycle.
Whether you are supporting Air Force inventory, Army rotary aircraft programs, or commercial aerospace maintenance operations, Solidstrip® ships Type VIII plastic media nationwide. Contact our team to request a quote or find the right mesh size for your program.
