Aluminum Cleaner & Brightener

Description

Aluminum Cleaner & Brightener is a clear liquid which contains inorganic acids and surface active agents that are specifically blended into a stable, highly active concentrate for the cleaning and brightening aluminum surfaces. Some of its uses include cleaning bright surfaces, removal of light rust, corrosion protection, conditioner of painted surfaces and conditioning aluminum surfaces.

Technical Information

Appearance: Clear liquid Odor: Strong acid & pungent
Solubility: 100% Stability: Stable
Density: 9.00 Lbs./Gal. pH: <1
Flash Point: None Rinsing: Complete

Directions

Dilute with water before using. The level of dilution depends on the nature and the temperature of the surface being treated. Can be applied by brushing or high pressure spray wash. Work from bottom to top both on application and rinse. Allow the solution to dwell for 10 minutes prior to rinsing. Recommended concentrations are 10:1 dilutions for brush application and 20:1 for pressure washing application. Do not permit solution to dry on surface, rinse completely and preferably by covering area with a high pressure rinse. When used as directed, it is safe on aluminum, copper, Plexiglas, stainless steel, brass, iron, painted surfaces, steel, bronze, lead and rubber. It is not safe on galvanized surfaces, zinc magnesium, chrome and tin. Do not use on aircraft!

Material Safety

Contains hydrofluoric, phosphoric and citric acids.  Can cause severe burns to skin, eyes, and internal organs. For industrial use only by trained personnel. Will etch glass. Avoid contact with skin, eyes, and clothing. Do not take internally. Protective clothing such as goggles, face mask, rain suit, and rubber gloves must be worn. Check gloves to insure no pinholes are present. Contact with diluted material cleaner may not cause immediate pain, redness, or burning until several minutes have elapsed.

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