Cleaners and degreasers are essential for removing dirt, grime, and oily residues from various surfaces such as parts, electronics and automotive environments. Some cleaners and degreasers may have hazard pictograms on the packaging. Visit our UK REACH page for more information and expertise. Cleaners are for more specialised cleaning with specific formulations for sensitive parts, whereas degreasers are for removing oily residue from components, with some not leaving any residue.
When selecting cleaners and degreasers, users should consider the type of surface and the severity of dirt or grease. For cleaners, it may also be worth considering if a more generic cleaner may be sufficient such as surface cleaners, otherwise you should determine if the chemicals in the cleaner will be compatible with the work piece. This information can be found in the material datasheet (MSDS). When selecting degreasers, users should determine whether they need solvent-based or water-based degreasers, as solvent-based degreasers are more powerful, but need to be used carefully.
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• Surface Cleaners
• Floor Cleaners
• Glass Cleaners
• Disinfectants
Contact cleaner is safe to use on electronics as long as you use it correctly. Some electronics will have low insulation properties and will need to be turned off during cleaning until the solution has dried. Also ensure that the cleaner you choose is compatible with any plastic housing and rubber seals to prevent damage and be aware of any flammable properties so you can use and store the cleaner correctly.
Oil-based degreasers are usually toxic and flammable.