Bath Life & Filtration for Parts Cleaning in Metal Finishing

Q: When Should I Change My Bath?

A: When it stops cleaning. The follow-up question that is usually asked is, when is that? Make sure to start with a fresh clean-up on day one, and you will build that baseline of data.

Q: Can I Increase Chemistry to Overcome Soil Load?

A: The answer is no. As the days go by, we will add chemicals to maintain adequate concentration and cleanliness, but there will come a time when the bath becomes saturated due to all the residue that accumulates.

Q: How Long Can I Extend My Bath Life?

A: This depends on several things, including cycle time, the type of waste being cleaned, the number of pieces being washed, and the constant waste filtering. You should always monitor all the variables you have.

Q: What are the Initial Steps Necessary to Maintain Bath Life?

A: Document everything from the beginning, including parameters, results, and cycle times, and monitor constantly.