Cleaning Aluminum after Chromate Chemical Conversion
Q. Can Liquinox be used to clean aluminum that has undergone a chemical conversion process with chromate?
A. Assuming that coating is 100%, i.e. no exposed aluminum, then cleaning with a 1% liquinox solution is acceptable. However, if the coating is not 100% and there are exposed areas of aluminum then it is best to proceed with our acid cleaner, Citranox. Read More.
Pharmaceutical Cleaning: Metaxalene
Q. Which Alconox detergents would successfully clean Metaxalene?
A. Metaxalene contains amide, ester and ether groups. The solubility is unknown. Alconox recommends using Liquinox or Citranox. For more information about Liquinox and Citranox, click to download each detergent’s technical bulletin and/or Material Data Safety Sheet (MSDS). You can also request a free sample by completing the questionnaire at Get Sample.
Comparing Citranox to Citric Acid
Q. Is Citranox comparable to citric acid?
A. Yes, 1% Citranox® Liquid Acid Cleaner and Detergent can be used to replace the kind of cleaning achievable from 1% citric acid. The Citranox cleaner formulation is approximately 1/3 citric and other organic acids by weight…. Learn more
Cleaning Copper with Citranox
Q. Which Alconox brand cleaner can be used to remove metal oxides from small copper parts with attached plastic components?
A. The emulsifiers and surfactants in Citranox, Acid Cleaner and Rinse, are ideal for the removal of metal oxides. Citranox is also ideal for soak and manual cleaning and can be used on soft metals such as copper. Start with a 2% solution of Citranox for the soak in warm water. Make sure to rinse thoroughly.
Pharmaceutical Residue Removal: Iron Sucrose
Q. Which Alconox brand cleaners are suitable for the removal of iron sucrose?
A. Iron Sucrose is water soluble therefore it can be cleaned by either Citranox or Liquinox. Find out more about Citranox and Liquinox by downloading technical bulletins or MSDS at www.alconox.com.