How to: Clean Aluminum Nitride (AlN)
Q: We need to clean some general residues from aluminum nitride (AlN) components. We have Alconox powder on hand. Should we use that? A: Aluminum nitride is a high-performance ceramic material valued across medical, electronics, and industrial applications primarily for…
Cleaning Grease-Contaminated Tips for PCR Applications: Why Surfactant Choice Matters
Q: We need to clean grease from pipette tips and other labware used in PCR workflows. We’re concerned about detergent residues interfering with our results. What do you recommend?
A: This is a genuinely important question in molecular biology labs, and the answer comes down to….
Choosing Between Detergents for Silicone Oil Removal from Laboratory Glassware
Q: We need to remove dimethicone (silicone oil) from laboratory glassware. Can we use a 1% solution of Alconox or Liquinox at 60°C, or do we need different conditions for effective silicone oil removal?
A: Successfully removing silicone oils from laboratory glassware requires understanding both the chemistry of these tenacious residues and the critical role of temperature and concentration….
Best Practices for Washing Lab Pipettes and Burettes
Can the dishwasher in our lab effectively wash pipettes and burettes, or is there an additional rack or accessory required? Also, how can I reach out to Alconox for further guidance on dishwasher reagents and residue testing?
General Comparisons of Alconox, LLC Detergents Against Competitors
Q: We are a dealer of your fine products. What are some basic differentiators against other known laboratory detergents brands? A: The ideal way to compare detergents is on an application basis. If a “cross” of a product is requested,…
