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MicroCare flux removers generally do not have any shelf life restrictions. In other words, MicroCare products have an indefinite or unrestricted shelf life. This guarantee means that if the products are unopened, properly handled and carefully stored they will remain safe and effective for use for many years.The date of manufacture is printed on the…
Many younger engineers today have never seen a vapor degreaser and are unfamiliar with the operations or the benefits of the technology. Because of its simplicity, vapor degreasing has proven to be the most consistent and “head-ache” free cleaning process. The “secret sauce” of vapor degreasing is the low-boiling solvent which makes the magic happen.Let…
A properly designed, operated and maintained vapor degreasing process offers many advantages. Vapor degreasers and modern, sustainable cleaning fluids:Use minimal floor spaceMinimize energy consumptionMinimize solvent consumptionDistill and recycle the solvent for continued useMinimize waste disposalMinimize chemical exposureProvide consistent, reproducible cleanliness performanceCan be completely automatedAre easy to maintainDo not require a chemist to runCan easily clean…
All Sticklers™ fiber optic cleaning products are manufactured by MicroCare LLC of New Britain, Connecticut, USA. As such, and like all MicroCare products, all Sticklers™ products have an unlimited shelf life when properly stored. Proper storage is defined as in a cool, dry location, out of direct sunlight, and off any concrete floors.Every Sticklers™ product has…
Cleaning and inspecting fiber optic connectors is key to the success of the network. A good place to start to get the process correct every time is to follow the IEC 61300-3-35 standard. Designed by the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC), the standard helps guide the industry in determining fiber optic connector end-face quality and ensure…
All energy costs are rising and many fabricators are looking for creative ways to save on their energy costs. Vapor degreaser cleaning parts is an option that can dramatically reduce a company’s energy budget. Here's how: It's All in the FluidIn general, modern vapor degreasing fluids have low surface tension, low viscosity, high density and low latent heat. This…