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Maximize Efficiency With The Right Ultrasonic Parts Cleaner

When it comes to industrial parts cleaning, particularly through immersion and ultrasonic cleaners, the choice of detergent is a critical factor in achieving optimal results. Whether you’re dealing with tough soils like carbon or lighter contaminants like oils, using the right detergent for your specific substrate is essential.

To determine which parts cleaner is best for immersion and ultrasonic applications and material types, we’ve created an easy-to-use detergent selection guide. This guide simplifies the selection process by offering a clear visual roadmap for selecting the most suitable detergent.

Immersion & Ultrasonic Process Detergent Selection Guide

This chart assists in choosing the right AquaVantage detergent (815 GD, 815 QR-NF, HTD) based on different soil types and substrates. The graphic categorizes soils from tough (carbon, grease) to easy (light oils) and aligns them with substrates from durable materials like steel to delicate materials like copper. It highlights specific cleaning tasks such as removing carbon from steel, heavy oils from aluminum, and light oil from copper. This guide provides visual support for effective detergent selection in immersion and ultrasonic cleaning processes.

How to use the process detergent selection guide

This infographic provides a straightforward approach to matching Brulin’s detergent offerings with various soil types and substrates. The two axes represent the types of soils (vertical axis) and substrate materials (horizontal axis).

  • Vertical Axis (Soil): This ranges from lighter oils at the bottom to more challenging soils like carbon and grease at the top.
  • Horizontal Axis (Substrate): This axis covers the spectrum from durable materials such as steels on the left to more delicate materials like copper on the right.

To find the right process detergent for your immersion and ultrasonic applications, follow the three steps below:

  • Identify The Soil Type: Begin by determining the type of contaminant or soil you need to address, from light oils to heavier carbon deposits.
  • Consider The Substrate: Next, identify the material you are cleaning. Is it a tough metal like steel, a softer metal like aluminum, or a delicate material like copper?
  • Select The Appropriate Detergent: Refer to the graphic to match your soil type and substrate with the recommended detergent. For instance, if you’re cleaning light oils from copper, AquaVantage® HTD would be a great go-to solution.

The best detergent options for immersion and ultrasonic parts cleaning

While we produce many detergents for immersion and ultrasonic cleaning applications, three of these detergents are often the best fit for our customers across multiple industries. Each is designed to provide the best performance depending on the soil and substrate involved.

AquaVantage® 815 GD

  • Ideal for cleaning tough soils, including carbon and grease.
  • Excellent for heavy-duty cleaning tasks, particularly when working with durable substrates like steel and aluminum.
  • Provides deep cleaning without compromising the integrity of the material.

AquaVantage® 815 QR-NF

  • Effective against both light and medium soils, such as oils and grease.
  • Suitable for a range of substrates, offering a balance between cleaning power and material protection.
  • Works well for cleaning carbon from steel, providing a strong cleaning solution for demanding tasks.

AquaVantage® HTD

  • Designed for cleaning lighter soils, particularly oils.
  • Gentle enough for delicate materials like copper but still effective across various substrates.
  • Ideal for scenarios where substrate protection is as important as cleaning efficacy. 

Practical applications, proven results

This guide is designed to simplify the selection process, ensuring that you choose the detergent that not only cleans effectively but also preserves the integrity of your equipment and materials. Whether you’re in the space, aerospace, automotive or the medical device manufacturing industry, selecting the right detergent can lead to better cleaning outcomes, less rework, and overall cost savings.

By understanding the interaction between soil type, substrate, and detergent, you can streamline your cleaning processes, improve efficiency, and achieve superior results. Brulin’s range of parts cleaning detergents is specifically formulated to meet the diverse needs of industrial cleaning, ensuring that you have the right tool for every job. Our parts cleaning specialists are here to help onboard the right immersion and ultrasonic parts cleaner for your operation.

Last Updated: October 7, 2024 | Originally Published: August 27, 2024

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