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How well a fluid will clean depends on several variables including:the contaminationthe selected solventthe applicationthe cleaning systemthe physical shape of the parts being cleanedWhen is pH a Good Enough Measure?While the pH of a cleaning fluid can be a good indicator of a fluid’s cleaning strength, the pH test only works for fluids containing water.…

Kb value refers to a standardized ASTM test that measures the relative strength of a non-aqueous cleaning fluid. The test involves measuring the solubility of a very specific type of contamination, called “kauri gum.” Kb values range from 10 (very mild) to 200 or even higher (very strong). Mild solvents with lower Kb values will may not…

That’s a great question. In general, modern solvents are neither acid nor alkaline, they are neutral.However, old-style chlorinated solvents like 1,1,1, TCE, perc, nPB and methylene chloride could literally turn acidic (into hydrochloric acid) if the solvents were exposed to too much water and heat. This always was a mess.When a system “went acid” the solvent…

Freeze spray can be used in any repair step where diagnosing overheating or locating thermal intermittent flaws is required. It is especially useful for stabilizing sensitive components during hand soldering and testing. By applying freeze spray directly to a suspected faulty component, the rapid cooling can indicate whether heat is affecting the component’s performance. If…

Freeze spray is a cooling agent that rapidly lowers the temperature of electronic components to help diagnose overheating issues and identify intermittent faults. It is commonly used for troubleshooting electronic circuits, allowing technicians to pinpoint heat-sensitive failures and confirm or rule out faults in circuit boards.Freeze spray is effective for circuit testing because it cools…

Freeze spray is generally safe for most electronic components, particularly MicroCare’s freeze sprays, which are nonflammable and plastic-safe. However, some sensitive or brittle components should be handled with care, as extreme cooling may affect their integrity.Freeze spray is suitable for both new and old equipment, making it versatile for various electronics testing and repair applications…