Ultrasonic Parts Cleaner

Ultrasonic cleaners use the science of mechanical vibrations above the range of human hearing to clean complex parts that may be small, or have nested parts, blind holes, or threaded bodies. Ideally suited for intricate construction where other cleaning methods may not work well, an ultrasonic parts cleaner can remove soils that are well bonded to parts.

Ultrasonic cleaners will consist of three main components:

1. A tank to hold the fluid and dirty parts
2. A generator to transform the line voltage into an ultrasonic signal
3. A transducers to convert the ultrasonic electrical signal into mechanical energy

An ultrasonic generator takes the electrical energy from the power line and converts it to electrical energy at the desired ultrasonic frequency. A transducer converts the electrical energy to mechanical motion or sound. It directs the sound energy into the cleaning tank. The cavitation bubbles implode and release the energy. Those bubbles form slowly and collapse suddenly, releasing immense energy against the surface of objects immersed in the tank that “scrubs” hard to remove soils from the parts. This is very different that other parts washers that employ solvents to do most of the cleaning.

FEATURES AND BENEFITS

• Excellent for Cleaning Intricate Parts
• Works for removal of Insoluble Particulate
• Simple to Use, Easy to Maintain
• No Introduction of Harsh Chemicals
• Low Power Requirements
• Compact Design for Limited Spaces

The stainless steel, corrosion-resistant tanks come in three sizes, and the thermostatically controlled tank heaters maintain a temperature optimized for cleaning. Because the ultrasonic generator is an integral part of the cabinet housing, their small footprint makes these units ideal for job site "cell" cleaning applications where space is critical.

Common Features for Benchtop Ultrasonic Cleaners:

• Bonding transducers guaranteed for 10 years – High quality materials ensure maximum reliability of the conversion of electrical energy
• All units have a 1/2” drain fitting – Designed for easy change of contaminated fluids, safer than other models where you to tip the unit for same purpose. It is suggested to change fluid after each cleaning of your parts. Tank should be filled to at least cover the part being cleaned.
• Lift off cover with handle – 316 Grade Stainless Steel Lid with Handle for easy and safe access to parts being cleaned.
• Adjustable thermostat optimizes tank temperature to 160 °F - Thermostatically controlled tank heater to affect or maintain temperature for optimizing cleaning. Depending on what is being cleaned, it may be necessary to vary the heat output.
• Sound deadening insulation package – Reduces noise emitted from the ultrasonic cleaner. Typically ultrasonics are greater than 18,000 HZ. Insulation panels help to lower the sound emission.
• Illuminated controls for ultrasonic and heater function – Easy to see display to control frequency settings and to manipulate heat of the tank.

Ultrasonic parts cleaning can clean delicate parts and instruments thoroughly without harsh chemicals or damaging abrasives. This is achieved with a process called “cavitation”. Cavitation is the creation and implosion of microscopic bubbles in the solution created by transducers attached to the stainless steel tank. The ultrasonic transducers produce a frequency through the solution, this combined with heat and a cleaning solution specific to the cleaning task results in a very thorough cleaning process that will get into the tightest spaces invisible to the naked eye.

Ultrasonic parts cleaning tanks are most commonly used for cleaning dental and surgical instruments, jewelry, electronic circuit boards, air brushes, and of course automotive components such as carburetors and fuel injectors.