Ultrasonic cleaning solutions

[MarkELynch]

I typically use an ultrasonic cleaner for the final stages of cleaning after a pass through a solvent tank.

I’m curious as to what solutions you may have tried and what you have found the most successful.

Pictured are all the internal parts from the Victor 9-55 Automatic Electrola after cleaning and a 10-50 prior to cleaning..

Thanks for your replies!

Mark

[MarkELynch]

Gosh, it looks like there is zero interest in using and ultrasonic cleaner with phonograph parts.

I’ve tried this Branson solution and one from Elma. Both are non-ammoniated so they don’t stink up the shop or lead to headaches from exposure. The Elma A4 solution is a bit more aggressive and a 1% to 5% dilution is all that is needed. The 2.5 liter bottle will make about 15 gallons of mixture. The Branson IS product is less costly but a 10-15% dilution is recommended. The Elma A4 product seems to work better on greasy parts.

I welcome feedback about other brands of solutions.
The cost may seem high to some of you, I don’t wish to start a conversation along that line.

Mark

[alang]

I just purchased an ultrasonic cleaner on Black Friday but haven't used it yet. Looking forward to reduced mess when cleaning motors and springs.

Thanks
Andreas

[cleveland1996]

Talk with ticticdok for a lot of info….he knows his stuff on these types of things…