Broad Multi-Metal Safety
Safe on sensitive metal substrates
Low-Foam Performance
Controlled foam across wide temperatures
Precision Cleaning
Removes oils, grease and residues
Corrosion Protection
Protects metals during processing and storage
Biodegradable Formula
Water-soluble chemistry with no flash point
About AquaKlean® SUS
AquaKlean® SUS is a low-foaming, mildly alkaline multi-metal cleaner engineered for spray, ultrasonic, immersion and soak cleaning. Its balanced chemistry provides powerful removal of oils, grease, fingerprints, inks, metalworking fluids, drawing compounds, and polishing and buffing residues while remaining suitable for sensitive substrates.
Operating at a mild pH, AquaKlean® SUS is designed for broad metal compatibility, including soft amphoteric metals such as aluminum, tin and zinc, as well as alloys including brass and bronze. Excellent wetting and rinsing performance helps deliver clean, residue-free and spot-free surfaces across a wide range of industrial cleaning processes.
Built-in flash-rust and corrosion inhibitors provide additional protection during heat treatment, annealing and storage. AquaKlean® SUS also provides a controlled micro-etch on aluminum and aluminum alloys, making it useful where cleaning and downstream surface preparation must be accomplished in the same process.
Typical Applications
Ultrasonic & Immersion Cleaning
Aluminum & Sensitive Metal Cleaning
Machined & Precision Components
Spray & Production Parts Cleaning
Precision Multi-Metal Cleaning
Soak & Heated Process Cleaning
Broad Multi-Metal Safety
Safe on sensitive metal substrates
Low-Foam Performance
Controlled foam across wide temperatures
Precision Cleaning
Removes oils, grease and residues
Corrosion Protection
Protects metals during processing and storage
Biodegradable Formula
Water-soluble chemistry with no flash point
Typical Properties
| Property | AquaKlean® SUS |
|---|---|
| Chemical Form | Mildly Alkaline Liquid Cleaner |
| Density at 20°C (68°F), g/ml (lb/gal) | 1.126 (9.40) |
| pH, 100.0% | 10.00–10.20 |
| pH, 5.0% | 9.80–10.00 |
| Volatile Organic Compounds (VOC), g/L, 10% (v/v) | <7 |
| Flash Point, °C (°F) | None |
| Solubility in Water, g/L | Complete |
| Chelates | Yes |
| Biodegradable | Yes |
| Corrosive | No |
Process Parameters
| Parameter | Typical Operating Range |
|---|---|
| Use Concentration, % (v/v) | 1.0–10.0 |
| Operating Temperature, °C (°F) | 16.0 (60.8) and up |
| Preferred Operating Temperature, °C (°F) | 49.0–74.0 (120.2–165.2) |
| Typical Contact Time | 5 sec–5 min |
| Application Methods | Spray, ultrasonic, immersion and soak |
| Process Optimization | Elevated temperature may increase cleaning rate and shorten process cycles |
Material Compatibility
| Material | Compatibility |
|---|---|
| Aluminum | Compatible |
| Cast Steel | Compatible |
| Monel | Test for Compatibility |
| Brass | Compatible |
| Copper | Compatible |
| Nickel | Test for Compatibility |
| Bronze | Compatible |
| Hastelloy | Test for Compatibility |
| Stainless Steel | Compatible |
| Carbon Steel | Compatible |
| Inconel | Test for Compatibility |
| Tantalum | Test for Compatibility |
| Cast Iron | Compatible |
| Incoloy 825 | Test for Compatibility |
| Titanium | Test for Compatibility |
| Ti6Al4V | Test for Compatibility |
| Zinc | Compatible |
| Zinc Plating | Compatible |
| Galvanized Surfaces | Compatible |
| Magnesium | Test for Compatibility |
| Other Metals | Test for Compatibility |
Available Sizes
| Package Size | Net Weight |
|---|---|
| 275-gallon tote | 2,584 lb |
| 55-gallon drum | 517 lb |
| 5-gallon pail | 47.0 lb |
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