Sandblasting Borosilicate glass

[Clifford]

I've been told that you shouldn't sandblast borosilicate glass due to
potential hazards from static electricity. Does anyone have or know where I
could find more out about the hazard?

I know that a number of lampworkers regularly sandblast their work, but I'm
concerned about the potential hazard.

Thanks,
Clifford Snow

[NEONed]

never heard this one before, but if that occurs, just ground the piece using
some form of ground strap or a grounded work surface that the piece is in
contact with..
neo...@aol.com

[Jim Mehaffey]

I have sandblasted lots of different glass, and never had this problem-
never heard of it. I use aluminum oxide, but have heard that with using
silicon carbide, there is a `flash` where the grit is hitting the
glass. Could this be what you heard about?

Louise