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Material Compatibility Starts with MicroCare Chemistry
January 13, 2026
Modern manufacturing is defined by materials complexity. Aerospace assemblies combine advanced alloys and composites. Automotive systems integrate metals, plastics, and electronics. Electronics manufacturers work with delicate substrates measured in microns. 

In these environments, cleaning is no longer a generic step—it’s a materials decision.

Why Material Compatibility Matters

Aggressive chemistries may remove contaminants, but they can also:
 
  • Etch or swell polymers
  • Damage coatings or finishes
  • Leave residues that impact reliability
Precision manufacturing demands fluids that understand the relationship between substrate and contaminant.

Substrate- and Contaminant-Specific Chemistry

MicroCare designs fluids to target specific soils—oils, flux residues, particulates—while remaining compatible with sensitive materials.

Tergo™ Performance Fluids and MicroCare™ Engineered Fluids are engineered to deliver:
 
  • Effective contaminant removal
  • Compatibility with complex, mixed-material assemblies
  • Repeatable performance across demanding processes
Chemistry Backed by Insight

Every formulation is informed by lab testing and technical collaboration, ensuring real-world performance across aerospace, automotive, and electronics applications.

When materials matter, the right chemistry matters.

What to lean what the best chemistry is for your contaminants and substrates? Schedule a FREE consultation with one of our technical experts.