Printed circuit boards (PCBs) are found in all but the simplest electronic devices. Because PCBs featuring embedded or non-embedded components are protected by equipment housing, they seldom experience physical stress that could cause damage, such as warping and...
Also known as trichloroethylene, TCE is a halocarbon frequently used for industrial solvent needs. However, the chemical compound appears on track to be banned or severely regulated by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). in the near future. When it went into...
Acetone has been used as a solvent for hundreds of years. As wikipedia explains, “Acetone was first produced by alchemists during the late Middle Ages via the dry distillation of metal acetates.” Alchemy is seldom practiced today, but acetone cleaning solvent is still...
Most mechanical parts that receive heavy wear are serviced with a lubricant to prevent moving parts from grinding together and accelerating wear. In industrial settings, heavy-duty mechanical parts are treated with grease to provide a smooth buffer between moving...
Acetone is an organic compound that excels at removing grease, oil, dirt, and a variety of other coatings and residues. In industrial settings, acetone is commonly used to remove accretions on glass, metal, and other materials that are compatible with acetone’s...
