Some basic knowledge about jewelry polishing tumblers

Tumblers are used across many industries. There are many types of tumblers that are suitable for various applications. Vibratory tumblers and Rotary tumblers can be used to polish jewelry. However, magnetic tumblers are more common in the jewelry industry. I have not used a magnetic tumbler so I can't offer any insight.

Vibratory tumblers

Vibratory tumblers for jewelry tend to be larger and have higher production volumes. They can be noisy and take up space. They are also more expensive to buy and operate because they require more iron shot.

Rotary tumblers

Rotor tumblers tend to be smaller, quieter and more economical than vibratory models. A rotary tumbler is recommended for jewelry makers. A vibratory tumbler may not be the best choice if you don't produce large volumes of jewelry or you have a lot of space. You may be able meet the needs of both your spouse and your spouse by using one vibratory tumbler.

How a Rotary Tumbler Worked

The motion of a rotary tumbler for jewelry is similar to the action of ocean waves on a beach. The waves' constant churning causes sand and shells to roll and tumble against each other. The friction created by the tumbling motion causes sand particles and stones to naturally polish each other. This is how you get sea glass. If you want to create your own cultured seaglass, you can use your Rotary tumbler. We'll be discussing this in more detail when we move on to the next section.

Tumbling Media

There are many kinds of tumble media on the marketplace. Each type is intended for a particular purpose. A jeweler's mixture of stainless steel shot is recommended for cleaning wire jewelry. A jeweler's mixture will include two or three different stainless steel pellet shapes. The different shapes penetrate every nook and corner of your jewelry to give it a high polish.