Pq - Grit Kit 2 Repack

If you are a distributor or shop owner looking to offer repacks, follow this SOP (Standard Operating Procedure) to maintain PQ-level quality.

Q: How many times can I repack a PQ Grit Kit 2 before it wears out? A: With proper gasket replacement and ceramic liner care, you can repack it 200+ times. The steel tank has no wear parts except the cone liner, which is replaceable.

Q: Does repacking void the warranty? A: No. Norton explicitly allows user refilling. However, using non-recommended abrasives (e.g., silica sand) will void the warranty and your lungs. pq grit kit 2 repack

Q: How much abrasive do I need for a single repack? A: The PQ Grit Kit 2 holds exactly 75 lbs of 30/60 garnet (approximately 1.5 cubic feet). Buy a 100 lb bag and keep 25 lbs for top-ups.

Q: Can I mix different grits in a repack? A: Technically yes, but practically no. Mixing 20/40 with 80/120 creates a "binary blend" that causes erratic flow. Stick to one mesh size per repack. If you are a distributor or shop owner

The factory kit comes with one grit size (usually 30/60). But your next job might require 20/40 for aggressive stripping or 80/120 for fine feathering. A repack allows you to tailor the abrasive to the surface profile.

The market for repacked industrial abrasives, especially premium products like the PQ Grit Kit 2, is only growing. As shipping costs rise and job sites demand just-in-time delivery, the flexibility of a repack becomes invaluable. The factory kit comes with one grit size (usually 30/60)

That said, never compromise on the source. Always ask for a Certificate of Analysis, perform a simple field test, and buy from a company that proudly puts their name on the repack label. Done correctly, a PQ Grit Kit 2 repack gives you the same blast performance for a fraction of the price.

Ready to repack? Contact your local PQ Corporation distributor and ask specifically about their "certified repack program."

Disclaimer: Always refer to the original PQ Corporation Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for Grit Kit 2. Wear appropriate respiratory protection during blasting and repacking. This article is for informational purposes and does not constitute professional engineering advice.