Frequently Asked Questions on Industrial Cleaning Products


MicroCare is a world leader in precision cleaning, coating and lubricating. Over the years we've developed a body of knowledge about these process and products that is second-to-none. Some of that expertise is included here, in hundreds of different FAQs about chemistries, contamination, cleaning processes and environmental issues. Example of FAQs:
1. What Is "Flash Point" and Why Is It Important?
2. What is an Azeotrope? Why Are They Important?
3.Which Cleaner is Best at Removing Conformal Coatings?

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These FAQs include references to products from many companies. Please note the following trademarks: The terms "Vertrel" , "Freon", and "Krytox" are all registered trademarks of DuPont Corp. and used with permission. "Genesolv" is a registered trademark of Honeywell Corp. "Lenium", "Axarel" and "Bioact" are registered trademarks of Petroferm Inc. "Ionox" is a registered trademark of Kyzen Corp. "Novec" is a registered trademark of 3M Corp.

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Q.  Which MicroCare Solvents Contain VOCs?

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FAQ 23 -- Almost all MicroCare products contain VOCs to one degree or another. One exception is the newest addition to our family, the new LubriClean™ solvent. It's a mild cleaners/degreaser that is 100% VOC exempt. It's a great choice in communities where the VOC restrictions are most strict. Contact Cleaner C also is 100% VOC-free.

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Q.  Which Cleaner Works Best on Light Grease, Oils and other Lubricants?

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FAQ 43 -- For a fast-drying choice, PowerClean™ is your best choice. For soaking parts in a degreaser, try the Reflow Oven Cleaner; another choice is the ExPoxy™ Remover.

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Q.  Which Cleaners Can I Use in California?

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FAQ 52 -- This is a very complex question, but the short answer would be either LubriClean™ (#MCC-DC2) or VeriClean™ (#MCC-DC1). There are other possibilities, but the details are intricate.

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Q.  Which Cleaners Are Acceptable Under California's Proposition 65?

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FAQ 53 -- None of the MicroCare aerosol, pump spray, fiber optic or wiping products contain any ingredients listed on the Proposition 65 list of possible carcinogens.

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Q.  Does any MicroCare product shipped to Canada contain either DEHP or BPA?

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FAQ 144 -- No, none of the MicroCare cleaners or tools contain these hazardous chemicals.

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Q.  Do You Have Any Certification to Prove Your Products Are Not Hazardous?

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FAQ 145 -- No, we don't have a specific or standardized "cert" about hazards and safety. Customers should read and understand the Material Safety Data Sheets to make their own informed decisions.

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