Trial Purpose:
Laboratory evaluations of alternative cleaning products
Date Run:
09/27/2002Experiment Procedure:
Basic cleaning performance testing was conducted using ASTM G122 as the bases for cleaning.
Cleaning: 5 min Immersion cleaning with stir-bar agitation @ 68 F
Rinsing: 1/2 min, manual, in 68 F water (tap)
Drying: 1 min with heat gun @ 500F
Contaminant: Formax Manufacturing Corp, F-26 grease stick polishing lubricant (solid)
CAS# 68815-16-7 Saponified stearic
67701-27-3 Hydrofol glycerine
64742-52-5 Mineral oil
102-71-6 Emulsifying agent
Trial Results:
None of the cleaners were effective at ambient temperature. Will perform next trial with added heat, cleaners and rinse water will be at 120 F.
Success Rating:
Preliminary compatibility tests on substrate coupons encouraging for at least one cleaning chemistry. More in-depth laboratory testing necessary.