Oakite® Aluminum Cleaner 164
A Product of Chemetall US In.
Inhibited alkaline compound for cleaning aluminum by tank immersion
Available Size: 44 lb [50559341 ] 450 lb [50559332 ]
Primary Application
Oakite Aluminum Cleaner 164 is an inhibited alkaline compound containing silicates. It is for heavy duty tank cleaning of aluminum castings, forgings, extrusions, etc., and for cleaning aluminum sheet prior to anodizing, deoxidizing, and prepaint treatments.
Besides aluminum, the detergent can be used for cleaning steel, stainless steel, copper, zinc, brass and aluminum. The specially formulated material removes a variety of identification inks as well as shop soils like grease and oil. It is also used for cleaning aluminum equipment in food plants, oil refineries, chemical plants, and other industries. With controlled foaming, Aluminum Cleaner 164 is suitable for use in air agitated tanks. It rinses freely.
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Oakite Aluminum Cleaner 164 is also authorized by the USDA for use in federally inspected meat and poultry plants.
FEATURE |
CHARACTERISTIC |
| Chemical composition | blend of alkaline salts (including silicates) and surfactants |
| Physical form | as received: white powder as used: milky solution |
| Odor | Mild |
| Bulk density | 1,050 g/L |
| Hygroscopic tendency | Slight |
| Foaming tendency | slight when circulated; high when sprayed |
| Recommended diluent | Water |
| Maximum solubility | 30 g/L at 21 °C; 180 g/L at 82 °C (4 oz/gal at 70 °F; 24 oz/gal at 180 °F) |
| behavior in hard water | Sequesters |
| Rinsability | Good |
| Normal working temperature | 49° to 82 °C (120° to 180 °F) |
| Normal working concentrations | 45 to 75 g/L (6 to 10 oz/gal) of water |
| Biodegradable surfactants | No |
| Phosphorous-free | No |
| Regular working concentrations | 2 to 10% by volume |
| Regular working temperatures | 120 to 180 °F (49 to 82 °C) |
| Effects of prolonged boiling | None |
| pH at working concentrations | 11.5 to 12.5 at 21 °C (70 °F) |
Effect of working solutions on metal
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Rate of metal loss from one-hour immersion in Oakite Aluminum Cleaner 164, at 60g/L (8 oz/gal), 82 °C (180 °F), projected for one year is as follows: |
Metal (alloy) |
mm/yr |
in/yr |
| Aluminum (1100) | 0.00 | 0.00 |
| Aluminum (2024) | 0.00 | 0.00 |
| Steel | 0.00 | 0.00 |
| Stainless steel | 0.00 | 0.00 |
| Magnesium | 0.00 | 0.00 |
| Brass | 0.03 | 0.001 |
| Zinc | 0.03 | 0.001 |
| Copper | 0.05 | 0.002 |
Approvals:
Oakite Aluminum Cleaner 164 is approved for use as an alkaline cleaner for :
Lockheed Martin – Aluminum alloys (LMC32-2089B) high temp., powder form aluminum & magnesium alloys (STM32-301C & G32.02) and aluminum (G32.0104)
General Electric – Aluminum (D4Y21)
Boeing – Alkaline cleaning (BAC 5749) and phosphate on ferrous, zinc, cadmium surfaces (BAC 5810)
Airbus UK – ABP 8-1290
Airbus – AIPI 09-01-003
Bell Helicopter – Materials Bulletin N°1002L
Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) – ARP 1755
McDonnell Douglas – DPM
Gulfstream – GAMPS 4105
Application Procedure:
Add the total required quantity of Oakite Aluminum Cleaner 164 to half the volume of water, cold, while stirring and heat to about 82 °C (180 °F). Then, add the remaining half of water and adjust solution to operating temperature.
Oakite Aluminum Cleaner 164 is normally used at a 45 to 75 g/L (6 to 10 oz/gal) of water and in the temperature range of 49° to 82 °C (120° to 180 °F). It may be used in air-agitated tanks without foaming excessively.
Solution Control: Concentrations are titrated using Gardotest Procedure 92 or Gardotest Procedure 123.
For concentrations use Gardotest Procedure 92.
Sample Size: 25 mls Factor: 1.0
For free or total alkali use Gardotest Procedure 123. (See Procedure)
Equipment:
The Chemetall Oakite Electrodeless Conductivity/Concentration Control System and Chemical Metering Pump can be used to monitor and automatically maintain the concentration of this product using conductivity. Please contact the Chemetall Oakite Process Equipment and Engineering Department for specific recommendations.
Safety and Handling:
Prior to handling and use of Oakite Aluminum Cleaner 164 the Material Safety Data Sheet should be read and understood by all personnel in contact with the product.
KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN
Disposal:
Any disposal of Oakite Aluminum Cleaner 164 should be in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
The process solution can contain components other than those present in the product as supplied. Analysis of the process solution may be required prior to disposal.
Storage:
Indoor storage at temperatures between 40 °F and 100 °F is recommended. All containers should be tightly closed when not in use.
SUGGESTION OF OTHER PRODUCTS YOUR COMPANY MAY USE
• CLEANERS
• ETCHANTS
• DEOXIDIZERS
• RUST PREVENTIVES
• METALWORKING FLUIDS (coolants and lubricants)
• WASTE WATER TREATMENT CHEMICALS
• FLOOR CLEANERS AND MAINTENANCE PRODUCTS
• PROCESS EQUIPMENT/CONTROL SYSTEMS
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