Ultrasonic Cleaner Solutions for Every Use
Select your solution formulation by using this table to match what you are cleaning with the suggested cleaner for ultrasonic. Containers are shipped with use instructions.
If you still have questions about which cleaner for ultrasonic to use for your cleaning needs and ultrasonic cleaner, chat with us to get answers from our experts.
| PRODUCT NAME | PARTS TO CLEAN: | FOR REMOVAL OF: | DILUTE TO: |
| Elma tec clean A4 |
Engine parts, all metals, glass, ceramics, plastics, rubber | Oil, grease, combustion residues, soot, dust, other organic contamination | 2-5% |
| Elma tec clean A1 |
Electronics, PCBs, electromechanical components, fine optics | Flux residues, polishing suspensions, grease, oil, dust, fingerprints | 3-10% |
| GunClean L6 |
Guns, rifles, aluminum parts | Carbon, Oil, Grease, Dirt | 10% |
| GunLube L5 |
Lubricates guns, rifles, bicycle parts | Full Strength | |
| Elma Lab Clean N10 | Medical instruments & labware of metals, light metals, glass, ceramics and plastics | Emulsions, residues of markings & labels, lime soaps, light greases & oils, fingerprints & dust | 1-2% |
| Elma tec clean A2 |
Ferrous & non-ferrous metals, precious metals, glass; brighten brass & copper | Oil, fat, grease, sweat, oxides, buffing compounds | 3-5% |
| CLN-SC75 | Slightly acidic for removing polyurea, polyurethane, epoxies, resins, and water and oil base paints from spray gun parts and tools. | Spray-gun parts, stainless steel, brass, and more... | 50% to Full Strength |
| Elma tec clean S1 |
Non-ferrous & light metals, PCBs, stainless steel, glass, plastics | Mineral deposits, oxide layers, rust & lime; polishing media, mineral grease, oil | 1-5% |
| Shellac Buster |
Heavily soiled carburetors and engine parts, production equipment, tools, mixing vats, tanks and drums | Carbon, varnish, shellac, rust, printing inks, paints, adhesives, powder coatings, grease and oil | Full Strength |
| NTB-100 | Carbon Steel, Aluminum, and Brass Parts; Coating Equipment, Spray Guns | Epoxy Resins, Lacquer Coatings, 2-part ISO Polyurea Coatings | Full Strength |
| Elma tec clean KS | Steel, gray cast iron and hard metals. | Prevents corrosion of metals during/after aqueous cleaning. | 0.05 - 0.5% |
| Elma tec clean N1 |
Gentle Cleaning of Metals, Plastics, Ceramics, Glass, Rubber, & Jewelry | Oils, Greases, Grinding, Lapping & Polishing Residues, Dust, Fingerprints | 5% |
| Medclean C7 |
Medical and Dental Instruments | Blood, Tissue, Ointments, Bodily Excretions | 1-3% |
| Elma clean 260 (ec 260 d&s) |
Aluminum, laser machined parts, light metal alloys; glassy, ceramic and mineral surfaces, plastics | Aqueous cooling emulsions, greases, oils, fingerprints, dust, lime soaps | 2% |
| Hydro-Sonic Non-ammoniated | Heavily soiled metal parts, printing plates | Ink, dyes, grease, heavy soils, varnish | Makes 8 gallons of solution per bottle |
| JewelryClean S8 |
Silver, Platinum, Jewelry and Gems | Dirts, Grease, Buffing compounds, Rouge, Tripoli, Oxides | 2-5% |
| Mold Release | Steel molds, injection molding tools | Burnt-on plastic and rubber | 50% to Full Strength |
| Elma Lab Clean S10 | Labware from metals including aluminum & its alloys, glass, ceramic & plastics | Mineral deposits, oxides, lime soaps, tarnish, light minerals, oils & greases, emulsions, fingerprints & dust | .5-1% |
An Introduction to Ultrasonic Cleaning Solutions
Just as selecting the correct ultrasonic cleaner is critical to a satisfactory cleaning operation, so too is selecting the correct ultrasonic cleaning solution.
Equipment and solution decisions can be made in parallel with the knowledge that the ultrasonic cleaner you use does not restrict the ultrasonic cleaner solution you use*. The choices are based on what you are cleaning and the type of contaminants being removed.
Types of Ultrasonic Cleaning Solutions
Most ultrasonic cleaner solutions (also called soaps, chemicals and detergents) in use today are in the form of biodegradable concentrates - although some may be used full strength. These formulations are a far cry from chemistries used in the past that posed health concerns to users along with challenging disposal concerns.
In general, modern ultrasonic cleaner solutions can be broadly classified by pH or as emulsifying or demulsifying formulations.
The pH designation helps classify the formula as acidic, alkaline, or neutral with high pH values associated with alkaline and lower as acidic.
An emulsifying formulation keeps contaminants in suspension where they accumulate and begin to lower cleaning effectiveness. These formulations are typically used for low-volume cleaning operations.
Demulsifying ultrasonic cleaner solutions allow contaminants to float to the surface where they can be skimmed off and set aside for later disposal.
An acidic cleaner is demulsifying elma tec clean S1 used to remove rust, lime, oxide films, grease and oil from nonferrous metals.
An alkaline cleaning solution is demulsifying elma tec clean A4 widely used to remove oil, grease, soot, coking, forge, dust and finger prints.
A neutral formulation is demulsifying elma tec clean N1 that can be used for metals, plastics, ceramics, glass and rubber.
If strong acids are used the stainless-steel tank must be protected by using an acid-resistant tub insert with the tank containing tap water and a surfactant.
Manufacturers provide detailed instructions on their use, including dilution, recommended cleaning temperatures, and also what are called material safety data sheets (MSDS) that detail chemistry, handling and disposal procedures.
Some Closing Remarks on Ultrasonic Cleaning Solutions
We hope this information proves helpful as you navigate the many ultrasonic cleaning solution formulas listed below. Additional suggestions will be found in "How to Select an Ultrasonic Cleaner Solution." And you can always rely on the professionals at iUltrasonic if you need additional information.
*An exception applies if you clean with volatile or flammable solvents.
