Non-Ferrous
Metal Cleaning
Cleans copper, brass and aluminum
Built-In
Defoamer
Controls foam above 120°F
Corrosion
Protection
Protects aluminum, brass and copper
Zero
VOC
Water-based, zero-VOC degreasing
Oil-Splitting
Performance
Separates oils for easier skimming
About NuGenTec AC22
NuGenTec AC22 is a mildly acidic, water-based industrial cleaner formulated for non-ferrous metals including copper, brass and aluminum. It is especially well suited for high-pressure spray cleaning and parts-washer applications where effective removal of oils, grease and manufacturing soils must be balanced with protection of sensitive metal surfaces.
AC22 removes a broad range of industrial contaminants including shop oils, metalworking fluids, inks, carbonaceous deposits, smut, screw-machine oils, drawing compounds, buffing and lapping compounds, and burned-on waxes and oils. Built-in corrosion protection helps protect aluminum, brass and copper during processing.
The formulation also incorporates an active defoaming system for heated spray applications. Above 120°F, the built-in defoamer helps suppress foam even when the bath becomes contaminated with foaming coolants or soils. AC22 also splits oil during settling, allowing separated oils to be skimmed from the bath and simplifying solution maintenance.
Typical Applications
Copper & Brass Cleaning
Aluminum Component Cleaning
Parts Cabinet Washing
Metal Finishing Pre-Cleaning
High-Pressure Spray Cleaning
Metalworking Fluid Removal
Non-Ferrous
Metal Cleaning
Cleans copper, brass and aluminum
Built-In
Defoamer
Controls foam above 120°F
Corrosion
Protection
Protects aluminum, brass and copper
Zero
VOC
Water-based, zero-VOC degreasing
Oil-Splitting
Performance
Separates oils for easier skimming
Typical Properties
| Property | NuGenTec AC22 |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Light Yellow Liquid |
| Density at 20°C (68°F), g/ml (lb/gal) | 1.035 (8.64) |
| pH, 100.0% | 5 |
| pH, 5.0% | 5.2 |
| Volatile Organic Compounds (VOC), g/L | 0 |
| Flash Point, °C (°F) | None |
| Solubility in Water, g/L | Complete |
| Contains Chlorides | No |
| Foaming Tendency | Low Foam |
| Corrosive | No |
Process Parameters
| Parameter | NuGenTec AC22 |
|---|---|
| Use Concentration, % (v/v) | 2.0–10.0 |
| Operating Temperature, °C (°F) | 49.0–104.0 (120.2–219.2) |
| Application Methods | Spray; Immersion / Ultrasonic with Agitation Only |
| Recommended Pre-Clean | Not Required |
| Process Time, sec–min, range | Application Specific |
| Process Optimization | Increase temperature to reduce cleaning time |
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 | Test for Compatibility |
| Zinc Plating | Test for Compatibility |
| Galvanized Surfaces | Test for Compatibility |
| Magnesium | Test for Compatibility |
| Other Metals | Test for Compatibility |
Available Sizes
| Package Size | Net Weight |
|---|---|
| 275-gallon tote | 2,376 lb |
| 55-gallon drum | 475 lb |
| 5-gallon pail | 43.2 lb |
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