Q. We are seeing white residue on clear anodized aluminum that we are cleaning with Detojet in a washer. Why is this happening and what can we do to prevent it? A. There are a few reasons this may be happening, all related to low concentration, as anodized aluminum is expected to be compatible with this detergent. Possible Reason 1: The Detojet® Low Foaming Liquid … [Read more...] about Cleaning Clear Anodized Aluminum
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Cleaning Carbon Deposit Swirls On Alumina Parts
Q. Our parts, made essentially entirely of alumina, have carbon deposits that show up after our brazing process. We high-temp fire an alloy painted paste onto the ceramic part. The part is then sent out for nickel plating to prevent corrosion of the alloy metallization areas. The next step is our brazing. We do not use a flux for our process. We are not seeing any spots on … [Read more...] about Cleaning Carbon Deposit Swirls On Alumina Parts
Solujet Inhibited for Cleaning Aluminum
Q. Specifications indicate that “Solujet is inhibited for Aluminum. Corrosion testing is advisable." What does this mean? A. Solujet® Low-Foaming Phosphate-Free Liquid contains sodium metasilicate which acts as a corrosion inhibitor to stop alkaline attack on aluminum. Solujet detergent would not cause alkaline attack when used for cleaning aluminum as long as the bath/wash … [Read more...] about Solujet Inhibited for Cleaning Aluminum
How to: Clean Chromated Aluminum & Plastic Parts
Q. We are starting a new cleaning process and are looking for recommendations as to what cleaner(s) to use for cleaning plastics and chromated aluminum parts in a dishwasher. We currently use deionized water with no cleaner and are having problems. A. Thanks for your question on how to clean chromated aluminum and plastic parts in a dishwasher. Assuming this is a household … [Read more...] about How to: Clean Chromated Aluminum & Plastic Parts
How to: Clean Aluminum Plate (high volume)
Q. I am interested in a manual degreaser/cleaner for aluminum plate. Please contact me at your earliest convenience with your suggestions. We are looking to install this process into our production line with a high volume need. A. Using a high volume in-line conveyorized spray washer, you can clean aluminum plate using Citrajet detergent. Load the wash sump with a 2% … [Read more...] about How to: Clean Aluminum Plate (high volume)