Choosing Temperature for Ultrasonic Parts Cleaning
Q. How to determine appropriate temperature to clean parts with ultrasonic cleaner?
A. In general, every 10 deg C you go up in temperature doubles the cleaning speed. The faster you want to clean the hotter you should get.
There is a theoretical optimal ultrasonic cavitation temperature at around 70 deg C depending on the exact concentration of detergent. Even though in theory cavitation…
Residue Detection: Swab Method
Q. Do you have a recommended swab detection method for residual detergent?
A. We most certainly do. It is suggested to use a swabbing area of 5 cm X 5 cm. Where extreme low level acceptance criteria on a low recovery residue, i.e. some product residues, it can help to….
Detergent Color Variations
Q. The color of our Liquinox is slightly different by lot number. Why is this happening? Is there an issue, perhaps we have done something wrong with storage?
A. Do not fear! These color variations are normal. There is a range of acceptable color differences in Liquinox detergent. Differences in the age and storage conditions of the raw materials and of the Liquinox detergent itself will account for differences in color
9 Steps to Successful Critical Cleaning: BATHOCARD
Q. Did you know there are nine different factors that determine successful cleaning? A. “BATHOCARD” a phrase coined by Alconox technical team.
Monitoring Stability of Alconox Solution
Q: Is a 1% Alconox solution stable in tap water? How long can 1% Alconox be stored as solution? Is pH measurement the best estimate of stability?. A: lconox® Powdered Precision Cleaner, is stable in tap water (or any purity water- within reason) for….