How to: Remove Hydrated Aluminum Oxide – Al(OH)3
Q: We are currently using Alconox powder. What recommendations are there to remove Hydrated Aluminum Oxide – Al(OH)3 from aluminum?
A: Cleaning hydrated aluminum oxide, or aluminum hydroxide, is not the best of jobs for an emulsifying alkaline cleaner like Alconox powdered detergent.
Replacing Mold Release for Demolding with Liquinox Detergent
Q: An industry colleague mentioned to that Liquinox can be used for replacing mold release for demolding purposes. Can we do that?
A: Liquinox® Critical Cleaning Liquid Detergent has been used for many decades for its lubrication properties. Not just its powerful emulsifying and general cleaning characteristics. Anyone who has worked with it is well aware of its lubricity…..
How to: Clean 3D Printed Parts
Q. We need to clean 3D printed plastic parts made of methacrylate. We need to make sure it’s safe for the plastic, but also ensures all crevices are residue free for critically clean parts.
A. Particulates and other residue, including environmental residues, can be effectively cleaned using a….
Cleaning PTFE for High Voltage Applications
Q: We are a large manufacturing company looking to add a detergent step for bulk removing machining oils from our PTFE substrate for use in high voltage applications. Main concerns are leaving behind detergent and contaminant residues. What would you recommend?
A: Liquinox® Critical Cleaning Liquid Detergent is the standard for parts with organic and oily residue that need to be critically cleaned.
Cleaning of Alumina Ceramics
Advanced technical ceramics, including ceramic alumina, are frequently being used as a replacement to metals, polymers, and refractory materials in various applications due to their properties like high temperature, hardness, and electrical resistance. They are used in car sensors and control systems, within our computers, and mobile phones. They can withstand extreme temperatures, and mechanical stresses, thus, contribute to better efficiency and productivity.