Advantages of Properly Cleaned Glass Substrates
Q. I have previously worked on CdTe solar cells in academia and DSC in industry and currently work with industry on collaborative R&D projects across materials science. I would like further information on the advantages of properly cleaned/prepared glass substrates and it’s effects of module/cell performance.
Removing Latex from Optical Cuvette
Q: How do I remove latex particles from an optical cuvette.
A: We recommend you use a warm 1% Alconox detergent followed by a warm water rinse to clean the optical cuvettes.
Glassware Cleaning: Manual vs. Dishwasher
Q: Is Manual or Dishwasher cleaning better for glassware?
A: Depends on how we define better.
Aqueous Cleaning Environmental and Safety Issues
Q. What are the environmental health and safety issues that need to be considered when developing an aqueous cleaning process? A. Aqueous cleaners, by definition, use water for cleaning and rinsing. This has both advantages and disadvantages.
Lab Accreditation
There are several instances where the use of cleaners can impact accreditation of your laboratory. One is to pass inspections by the College of American Pathologists (CAP). Another is water testing labs that must meet State accreditation standards.
