Ardrox 185L is a powerful, highly alkaline cleaner for heavy-duty aerospace and industrial applications. Available in liquid and powder forms, it contains sequestrants to tackle tough tasks like removing scale from hot-end jet engine components and cleaning titanium parts. Ideal for immersion tanks, Ardrox 185L effectively removes heavy rust and scale from ferrous components, as well as oil, grease, and certain air-dried paints. It cleans without risking hydrogen embrittlement to ferrous alloys and reduces re-rusting compared to acid pickling. Used with Ardrox specialties, it ensures reliable and efficient cleaning, making it a top choice for demanding industrial tasks.
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Ardrox 1618
Ardrox 1618 is a powerful cleaning agent made of surfactants, sequestrants, and caustic alkali. It effectively cleans heavily contaminated ferrous engine parts like valves and cylinder heads, removing carbon, paint, rust, and lead deposits. Ardrox 1618 also decarbonizes rubber molds and other components. It poses minimal corrosion risk to ferrous metals when used correctly but should not be used on aluminum, zinc, or tin, as it rapidly corrodes these metals. While cadmium, copper, and their alloys are slowly affected, polythene, PVC, and PTFE remain largely unaffected. Note that Ardrox 1618 may degrade many plastics and paints, and it can etch glass and ceramic surfaces.
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Ardrox 1218
Ardrox 1218 is a powerful solution of phosphoric acid and inhibitors designed to remove rust, heat treatment scale, and welding scale from ferrous metals. It also effectively targets corrosion on aluminum, copper, and zinc alloys. Ideal for chromium-plated ferrous materials and surfaces with strict tolerances, Ardrox 1218 delivers excellent performance. It is typically diluted with water, with concentrations ranging from 10% to 50% (v/v), depending on corrosion severity. The optimal concentration varies based on the rust or scale level. Ardrox 1218 can be used at temperatures from ambient to 60°C, with higher temperatures speeding up the removal process.
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Ardrox AV980
ARDROX AV980 is a versatile solution for removing corrosion-inhibiting compounds (CIC), waxes, and greases from airframes and aircraft components. Its neutral pH and biodegradable nature make it easy to rinse off with water. This solution is perfect for cleaning and degreasing both internal and external aircraft structures and components. It effectively removes CIC overspray during aircraft manufacture and tackles old or damaged CIC during maintenance and repair. ARDROX AV980 is gentle on commonly used aircraft materials, ensuring no damage. However, acrylic materials, like acrylic glazing, should be masked to avoid direct contact.
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3M Scotch-Weld Solvent No. 2
3M Scotch Weld Solvent No. 2 is a powerful diluent for Neoprene, consisting of a blend of Toluene and Methyl Isobutyl Ketone. It is strictly for industrial use. This solvent is specially formulated for tough cleaning tasks, combining petroleum distillate, n-hexane, and toluene. It’s engineered to tackle the most stubborn cleaning challenges effectively.