What chemicals are used to clean PCBs?
Common cleaning chemicals
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aqueous detergents with non-ionic surfactants, saponifiers, and corrosion inhibitors;
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polar solvents: isopropyl alcohol, esters, ketones;
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hydrocarbons: aliphatic and aromatic blends for heavy resins;
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specialty chemistries: fluorinated solvents, chelating acids, enzyme-based cleaners.
ZESTRON formulates a range of chemistries for flux types and materials compatibility.