How Do I Know When To Change My Bath?

Q: Does the color of the wash tank solution matter when it comes to cleanliness?

A: It does, but it is not the deciding factor. Color is mostly an inconvenience. Do not forget when we discuss remanufacturing and other cleaning processes; we’re removing carbonaceous soils, oils, etc. They have to go somewhere, into the solution itself.

Q: Do you have any suggestions on when and how to check the quality of the wash solution?

A: Use your concentration, conductivity, titration, and a service like KYZEN where we can break it down chemically and see what they’re working with.

Q: What is the typical life expectation for my bath?

A: It all depends on what you are putting through it. If you are cleaning tiny stainless parts, you are going to get a really good life expectancy. If you are cleaning hard carbonaceous heads off of old used engines, the chemistry will have to work harder, and therefore, the life will go down. But that is the goal: to build a profile and extend that life.

Q: What type of filtration should I consider when purchasing a new wash system?

A: 3, 10, or 20-inch canisters, depth filters, pleated cartridge filters, or bag filters, which have a lot more holding capacity.