Ultrasonic Technology News Blog

When ultrasonic cleaners operate at the right frequency for a cleaning application, they can deliver superior cleaning performance, but in some cases, the cleaning is uneven because there are dead spots in the cleaning tank. To avoid uneven cleaning, the ultrasonic cleaning system has to make sure the peaks and valleys of the ultrasonic waves […]

When high-tech medical devices and instruments such as implants, probes, and surgical tools have to be cleaned and sterilized before use, traditional autoclave methods often can’t be used. The high temperature of steam cleaning and the moisture of an autoclave can damage delicate coatings and electronics. Ultrasonic cleaning at room temperatures in disinfectant baths delivers […]

When the characteristics of industrial ultrasonic cleaning systems match the requirements of the cleaning application, ultrasonic cleaners can outperform conventional cleaning methods. A properly configured ultrasonic cleaner can clean more quickly and completely than methods using manual scrubbing, pressure washing, and soaking in toxic chemicals. Key characteristics that will help the ultrasonic cleaning system deliver […]

While ultrasonic systems deliver excellent cleaning performance, large flat panels are difficult to clean completely, even if placed in an oversized ultrasonic cleaning tank. Large tanks may have problems with even cleaning and with the circulation of the cleaning solution. To address this problem Kaijo has developed a new method for cleaning and handling large […]

The use of parts made from titanium metal or titanium alloys is common in industrial sectors where strength and low weight are important. In addition to being hard and light, titanium is resistant to many solvents and chemicals that could damage other metals. This combination of characteristics means that titanium parts are ideal candidates for […]

While ultrasonics can clean high purity ceramic parts quickly and completely, the special characteristics and surfaces of these parts make it critical to use the right ultrasonic cleaning system. The frequencies and power have to be matched to the parts and to the cleaning application. The waveform and modulation generated by the ultrasonic cleaner affects […]

Since most metal parts have hard surfaces, they can be cleaned using low ultrasonic frequencies that deliver powerful cleaning action. When faster cleaning is required, the cleaning solution can be heated and mild solvents can be added to speed up the cleaning process. The surfaces of parts made from aluminum are softer and need gentler […]

Because stainless steel is strong, smooth, and impervious to corrosion or organic contaminants, it is used in many medical devices. Such devices still have to be cleaned before use because of possible surface contamination. Ultrasonics can clean stainless steel medical devices quickly and completely, but choosing the right medical ultrasonic cleaner for the specific cleaning […]

While the term “ceramics” applies to a wide variety of materials, they all have some common characteristics that allow ceramic parts to be cleaned effectively with ultrasonics. Items made from ceramics range from common brown flower pots through precision medical equipment to high-temperature parts. Many industrial ceramic parts have specific contaminants, with custom ultrasonic cleaners […]

When automotive parts are made from different materials and have several surface contaminants that have to be removed, cleaning with traditional methods can be difficult and time-consuming. Specialized automotive ultrasonic cleaners can be designed to deliver excellent cleaning in a shorter time. To remove specific contaminants, ultrasonic cleaners can work with mild detergents and solvents […]