Fundamentals: Ultrasonic cleaning is one of the most modern cleaning methods. It achieves maximum cleanliness of the treated parts, even in places which are difficult to access, while being extremely gentle on the material to be cleaned. Optimum ultrasonic cleaning depends essentially on four factors: cleaning device cleaning chemicals temperature time Applications: suitable for removing grease, oils, fluxes, grinding and polishing abrasives, paint residue, oxide layers, scales etc. can be used for ferrous and non-ferrous materials, plastics, glass etc. (mechanical, electronic, optical and medical components) Ultrasonic cleaning terms ultrasonic vibrating systems: the high frequency (HF) energy generated from an ultrasound generator is converted from piezoelectrical vibration systems into mechanical energy and is introduced into the bath fluid. This results in millions of microscopic vacuum beads that implode through pressure variations. This produces highly effective liquid jets which remove the dirt particles from the surfaces of the material being cleaned. sweep function: with this function, a homogeneous sonic field distribution through continuous displacement of the sound pressure is achieved. The result is optimum distribution of the cleaning capacity in the cleaning bath. degas and autodegas function: new cleaning liquid is saturated with air. The bath liquid is degassed to optimise the ultrasonic effect. Pulse function: connectible, for electronic increase in performance. About 20% more vacuum bubbles compared to the sweep function (model series X-tra basic, XL and X-tra line). Selection of the suitable cleaning tub The useful dimensions of the cleaning tub, eventually also of the cleaning basket, depend on the dimensions of the parts to be cleaned and their positioning in the cleaning tub! Individual parts can be cleaned and several parts or bulk material can be cleaned simultaneously. A cleaning basket or a handling device with the appropriate device for hooking of the cleaning material in the bath can be used here. nominal dimensions of the tub: 2 Ta T W x D x H (with basket: H-20 mm) B Tool chuck before and after cleaning Ultrasonic vibrating systems 3 4 1 H Ha T 1 H B Ba USR S and ELMASONIC X-tra basic 1 = max. tub volume (V) 2 = overflow edge or filling mark ELMASONIC XL/X-tra line 1 = max. tub volume (V) 3 overflow basin 4 = overflow edge Sweep function Degas and autodegas function 945
Model series USR S ELMASONIC X-tra basic: Table top device ELMASONIC XL² ) Standing devices ELMASONIC X-tra line FLEX 1 and FLEX 2 1) easy Very good most intense Cleaning jobs in laboratories and industry cleaning processes and results. Suitable even for fast and very difficult cleaning tasks. Cleaning of large components. Mainly used in industry applications. Application Budget-priced basic units High-quality single-chamber systems FLEX 2: modular cleaning devices mobile use possible (rollers) Device with innovative additional functions FLEX 1: single-chamber system for cleaning FLEX 2: multi-chamber system for cleaning, washing and, if necessary, drying Design and advantages: Tub volume 0.8-90 l 30-255 l 140-305 l 32-167 l Wear-resistant stainless steel cleaning tubs for maximum cavity (long service life) Frequencies: ground-born sound model series XL with/without ground-born sound and selectively 2-fold lateral sound 3) Single frequency: 37 khz Multi-frequency: 25/45 khz MF 2: 25/45 khz MF 3: 35/130 khz Multi-frequency technique makes a broader spectrum of cleaning tasks possible. Low frequencies (25 khz) for coarse/persistent dirt, frequency 45 khz for gentle cleaning, frequency 130 khz for highly sensitive microelectronic and optical components. Oscillation device: Without without/with with oscillation device to keep parts in movement during the cleaning, and one additional rinsing operation (FLEX 2) to further improve the quality of the cleaning process Heating: Dry-run protected heating systems, with electronic time and temperature control 4) and safety cut-out Sweep function: U Degas function: U U U pulse function: U Accessories: Device lid: plastic 5) stainless steel Stainless steel option: collapsible noise protection cover Stainless steel baskets: U 1) both variants with receiving frame, deliverable with washer, drier and blower 2) deliverable with washer and blower 3) lateral sound: horizontal from back to front 4) USR S: some models can be delivered also without heating (for the most simple cleaning tasks that do not require high temperatures of the bath) 5) USR S: models with stainless steel lid only, 450H and 900H 946
Ultrasonic single-frequency cleaning devices USR S contemporary design, with sturdy cleaning tubs made of wearproof special steel noise-damping plastic cover with additional function as drip pan (devices USR S/450H and USR S/900H with special steel cover without dripping function) several sizes and with a tub content of 0.8-90 litres All devices come with ultrasonic frequency 37 khz, Sweep and Degas function devices available alternately without and with heating system (models USR S/30 up to USR S/300) 2) heating systems with temperature-controlled function (control range 30 C to 80 C, i.e. the cleaning process can be started immediately manually or on obtaining the specified temperature (cleaning effect is improved) USR Model series S device variants (extract) year warranty 1) USR model series S Control elements Cover (turned) Stainless steel insertion basket (extraction) Model USR S 10 30 30H 40H 60H 100H 120H 180H 300H 450H 900H Max. tub volume L 0,8 2,75 2,75 4,25 5,75 9,5 12,75 18 28 45 90 Useful dimensions of cleaning tubs Tub width B (inside) mm 190 240 240 240 300 300 300 327 505 500 600 Tub depth T (inside) mm 85 137 137 137 151 240 240 300 300 300 500 Tub height H (inside) mm 60 100 100 150 150 150 200 200 200 300 300 Cleaning basket (inside dimensions) Basket width (inside) mm 177 198 198 190 255 255 250 280 455 455 545 Basket depth (inside) mm 73 106 106 105 115 200 190 250 250 270 450 Basket height (inside) mm 30 50 50 75 75 75 115 115 115 194 250 Basket mesh size / wire Ø mm V 7/1 V 7/1 V 7/1 V 7/1 V 9/1 V 9/1 V 9/1 V 9/1 V 9/1 V 9/1 V 16/1,2 Basket load, max. Kg 1 1 1 3 5 6 7 8 10 20 30 Device dimensions (external dimensions) Device width Ba (outside) mm 206 300 300 300 365 365 365 390 568 615 715 Device depth Ta (outside) mm 116 179 179 179 186 278 278 340 340 370 570 Device height Ha (outside) mm 178 214 214 264 264 264 321 321 321 467 467 Ultrasonic peak power max. W 60 320 320 560 600 600 800 800 1200 1600 3200 Heat output W 200 200 400 600 800 800 1200 1600 2000 Discharge " 3/8 3/8 3/8 3/8 3/8 3/8 3/8 3/8 1/2 1/2 43690 Cleaning devices 3) Ident. No. 011 031 033 043 046 053 063 071 083 091 093d Unit price E O. R. O. R. O. R. O. R. O. R. O. R. O. R. O. R. O. R. O. R. (O. R.) 43690 cover 4) Ident. No. 131 146 151 171 183 191 193 Unit price E O. R. O. R. O. R. O. R. O. R. O. R. (O. R.) 43690 Insertion basket (stainless steel) Ident. No. 211 231 243 246 251 263 271 283 291 293 Unit price E O. R. O. R. O. R. O. R. O. R. O. R. O. R. O. R. O. R. (O. R.) 43690 Hostalen immersion basket Ident. No. 311 Ø 74 mm/height 50 mm Unit price E O. R. 43690 Special steel immersion basket Ø 59 mm/height 60 mm Ident. No. 411 Unit price E O. R. 1) Only for stainless cleaning tubs. 2) Last letter H in device designation = Device with heating (e. g. USR S/60 H). 3) without cover and insertion basket (exception: USR S/10, includes plastic cover). 4) Cover No. 43690 131 to 183 made of plastic, cover No. 43690 191 and 193 made of stainless steel. d = Delivered ex works, postage and packaging excluded. h Further information and quotations available on request. 947
Ultrasonic multifrequency cleaning devices model series TI-H and X-tra basic Max. tub volume: model series TI-H: 19.8 litres model series X-tra basic: 30-255 litres Design versions: robust, wear-free cleaning tubs made of stainless steel for a longer service life temperature-controlled heating system (Control range 30-80 C) sweep function Model series TI-H: two reversible frequencies (MF = Multifrequency): MF2: 25 and 45 khz MF3: 35 and 130 khz 2) degas function supplied with standard cover made of stainless steel Accessories: baskets and noise-protection covers made of stainless steel Model series X-tra basic: two reversible frequencies 25 and 45 khz test stand with the very latest generators and oscillating systems, the rollers provided ensure flexibility at the various locations optional pulse function to increase the ultrasonic performance for particularly persistent dirt cleaning time: Short-time operation 1-30 minutes, or continuous mode (automatic switch-off after 12 hours) fixture for holding the cleaning basket in the cleaning or dripping position ergonomic design of the control elements at working height for control of the cleaning process service-friendly: Electronics integrated at the back of the front panel for easy access Accessories: baskets and standard covers 4) made of stainless steel Model TI-H Basket and cover (extension) year warranty 3) Basket in the dripping position (option noise-protection cover) X-tra basic with option standard cover ergonomic arrangement of the control elements Insertion basket in cleaning position Model series TI-H 1) X-tra basic Model 15 20 300 550 800 1200 1600 2500 Max. tub volume L 14,4 19,8 30 58 83 126 162 255 Useful dimensions of cleaning tubs Tub width B (inside) mm 300 330 330 500 500 600 600 750 Tub depth T (inside) mm 240 300 300 330 330 600 600 650 Tub height H (inside) mm 200 200 300 350 500 350 450 520 Cleaning basket (inside dimensions) Basket width (inside) mm 260 290 255 415 400 490 480 630 Basket depth (inside) mm 210 270 230 255 255 525 525 575 Basket height (inside) mm 135 135 165 210 360 200 300 365 Basket mesh size / wire Ø mm V 9/1 V 9/1 V 20/2 V 20/2 V 20/2 V 20/2 V 20/2 V 20/2 Basket load, max. Kg 7 8 12 25 40 50 50 50 Device dimensions (external dimensions) Device width Ba (outside) mm 415 430 405 575 575 676 676 826 Device depth Ta (outside) mm 400 470 449 479 479 750 750 800 Device height Ha (outside) mm 420 420 800 800 800 800 800 800 Ultrasonic peak power max. W 400 400 600 1000 1000 1800 2000 2000 Heat output W 1000 1400 1 x 1700 1 x 2900 2 x 2900 2 x 2900 3 x 2500 3 x 2500 Mains power supply connection 230 V-50/60 Hz 230 V-50/60 Hz 230 V-50/60 Hz 400/3x208 V 400/3x208 V 400/3x208 V 400/3x208 V 400/3x208 V Discharge " 1/2 1/2 3 / 4 3 / 4 3 / 4 1 1 1 43690 Cleaning devices 5) Ident. No. 506 508 703d 706d 709d 712d 715d 718d (O. R.) (O. R.) (O. R.) (O. R.) (O. R.) 43690 Insertion basket (stainless steel) Ident. No. 516 518 903 906 909 912 915 918 (O. R.) (O. R.) (O. R.) (O. R.) (O. R.) 43690 Standard cover (stainless Ident. No. steel) 803 809 812 818 Unit price E (O. R.) (O. R.) (O. R.) (O. R.) 1) Others models on request 4) Models X-tra basic with permanently hinged noise-protection cover on request. 2) Model series TI-H in type MF3 on request. 5) Models TI-H 15 and TI-H 20 with standard cover. 3) Only for stainless cleaning tubs. d = Delivered ex works, postage and packaging excluded. h Further information and quotations available on request. 948
Ultrasonic multi-frequency cleaning devices ELMASONIC XL Application: For cleaning a wide range of parts in industrial applications, for example after part production, before surface treatment and assembly, for bulk material and for service and maintenance tasks. Can also be used for larger and heavier parts. Design versions: 3 unit sizes, tub volume of 140-300 l 2 switchable frequencies: 25 and 45 khz standing devices with the latest generators and floor-borne sound vibration systems (for other vibration systems see the options). Manual adjustment of ultrasonic output from 10-100 % ergonomically arranged control panel, very easy operation wear-resistant stainless steel cleaning tubs ensure long service life, base of tub chamfered in direction of discharge separately switchable SWEEP, DEGAS and PULSE functions Cleaning time: short-time 0-30 min, continuous mode with automatic safety switch-off after 12 h or at a cleaning bath temperature of 90 (to protect products to be cleaned) Heating element for high heat output, temperature range 30-80 C, short heat-up time Skim-out strip (e.g. for oils) and overfall basin Interface for external PLC controller Accessories: Standard cover and baskets made of stainless steel Options: sound-proof foldable lid for noise reduction Oscillation for the operational basket, for washing out contaminations in the cleaning bath (can be used also for devices with sound-proof foldable lid) Washing devices (dimensions similar to those of the basic device) selectable: with/without oscillation with/without heating In addition to the device model with ground-borne sound vibration system, the following configurations are available: 2-sides sound vibration systems horizontal distribution of the sound from front to back and vice versa (see Info-block page 950) extra option: phase shift (see page 950) 3-sides sound vibration systems ground and 2-sides sound (without phase shift) oil separator, pump-filter unit, blow-off / shower device Accessories: Ident. No. 850, 852 and 854 standard lid from stainless steel Ident. No. 851, 853 and 855 sound-insulation lid from stainless steel Ident. No. 950, 952 and 954 cleaning basket from stainless steel Basic device XL 1200 without lid 1) only stainless-steel cleaning tub Option: Basic unit XL 1600 with flip-top noise protection cover 1 Option: oscillation in the tank operating console XL devices 1 = phase control Model ELMASONIC XL 1200 ELMASONIC XL 1600 ELMASONIC XL 2700 Multi-frequency khz 25/45 25/45 25/45 Vibration system ground-born sound ground-born sound ground-born sound Cleaning tub Max. tub volume (approx.) L 140 180 300 Volume of overflow basin (approx.) L 15 21 32 Useful dimensions of cleaning tubs (inside dimensions) Tub width B mm 520 720 720 Tub depth T mm 450 400 600 Tub height H 3) mm 445 515 545 Cleaning basket (inside dimensions) Basket width mm 460 660 660 Basket depth mm 375 325 525 Basket height mm 320 380 380 Mesh width / wire Ø mm 30/3 30/3 30/3 Basket loading max. Kg 100 100 100 Device dimensions (external dimensions) Device width Ba mm 940 1180 1180 Device depth Ta mm 1040 990 1170 Device height Ha mm 1050 1050 1050 Ultrasonic peak power max. kw 8 8 12 Heat output kw 5,8 8,7 10,5 Power supply Vac V 400 (3Ph./1N/1PE) 400 (3Ph./1N/1PE) 400 (3Ph./1N/1PE) Discharge " 1 1 1 1 / 4 43690 Cleaning units without oscillation Ident. No. 750d 752d 754d 949
(continued) 43690 Cleaning units with oscillation Ident. No. 751d 753d 755d 43690 Standard cover (stainless steel) Ident. No. 850 852 854 43690 Noise-protection cover (stainless steel) Ident. No. 851 853 855 43690 Cleaning basket (stainless steel) Ident. No. 950 952 954 1) Technical data of the devices with 2-sides sound, ground sound/2-sides sound devices and washing devices upon request 2) Definitions: max. tub volume, tub payload and outer dimensions of the devices, see page 945 3) when a cleaning basket is used, the usable height of the tub is reduced by about 20 mm h Further information and quotations available on request. Lateral sound 2-/3-lateral sound: The build-up of the 2-side sound is functionally similar to the ground-born sound, only that the vibration systems are arranged horizontally in front and behind. Advantages: Complex components (for instance, cylinder heads, flanges) can be filled with sound from 2 sides at the same time (from 3 sides with 3-lateral fractioning), i.e. the turning of the component from 2 or 3 sides is omitted for cleaning, [ minimises costs and time. Furthermore, the dirt particles cleaned away during 2-lateral fractioning cleaning sink to the floor whereby supersonic sounding of the part takes place more intensively than for ground-borne sound. 2-side sound with optional phase shift: At normal lateral sound, maximum and minimum stationary sound pressure is built up. This results in cleaning of the parts that is not evenly distributed. An optimisation can be achieved by means of horizontal oscillation. This task is performed electronically with the phase control. This means that active cavitation bubbles are directed through the cleaning bath. Application: In parts, which need for cleaning tasks uniform sound distribution, e.g. in mirrored surfaces in the glass or metal area. Other advantage: Cleaning time reduced. 950
Ultrasonic multi-frequency cleaning systems X-tra line FLEX for industrial use Design: X-tra line FLEX1: 1-chamber cleaning system for 1-stage cleaning process X-tra line FLEX2: multichamber cleaning system for multi-stage cleaning process Common features: sturdy special steel base frame for cleaning chamber and oscillation device ultrasonic cleaning chamber with new oscillation system and wear-proof special steel cleaning tub b}oscillation device to keep the parts in movement during cleaning, with integrated suspension device for cleaning basket Advantages: additional rinsing to assist the ultrasonic cleaning, suspension device allows for additional dripping/drying position [ minimum loss of cleaning agent (ecology) ergonomic front panel with LCD display and controls for controlling the cleaning process X-tra line FLEX 2 additionally with: rinsing chamber to further optimise the cleaning process options: high-performance circulating air drier and additional shower for rinsing chamber Model series X-tra line FLEX1 FLEX2 max. useful volume X-tra line 300 l 32 X-tra line 550 l 55 X-tra line 800 l 84 X-tra line 1200 l 112 X-tra line 1600 l 167 Ultrasonic multifrequency Version MF2 khz 25/45 Version MF3 khz 35/130 Heating system control range C 30 80 Time control Continuous operation or adjustable up to 15 min. Function Sweep, Degas and Pulse X Expandable X year warranty 1 2 4 1 Cleaning (basket in cleaning position) 2 Rinsing (basket in dripping position) 3 Shower appliance 4 Drying 3 X-tra line FLEX 1 X-tra line FLEX 2 * Only for stainless cleaning tubs. h Other options: Model series X-tra line LSM. Ultrasonic cleaning with flammable solvents of danger class AIII. Oil separator with integrated filter pump unit for bath maintenance and longer use of tub filling. Elmasteam steam jet see page 951. Further information and quotations available on request. t Technical Hotline +49 (0)800 9813191 Heavy duty steam jets Elmasteam Application: For pre-cleaning, steam rinsing of components to be cleaned. For drying of cleaned components. For bath maintenance and quality improvement where demulgating cleaning chemicals are used. Design: heavy-duty steam cleaning with 8 bar cleaning only with steam (no chemicals, environmentally friendly) 2-chamber design (mechanical and electronic parts separated) Model series Elmasteam 3000 Elmasteam 5000 Max. filling volume L 2,6 4,7 Steam temperature C Approx. 160 Steam outlet Fixed nozzle Fixed nozzle optional: hand piece with flexible hose optional: combination of nozzle and hand piece with flexible hose Further option Drying / blowing off with compressed air (compressor required) h Further information and quotations available on request. t Technical Hotline +49 (0)800 9813191 Elmasteam 5000 with fixed nozzle and hand piece 951
Ultrasonic cleaning products Ultrasonic cleaning agents Elma tec clean Design: highly productive concentrate to mix with water. application dose depending on cleaning agent 2-10 % can be used for ultrasonic cleaning devices (ELMA model series USR, TI-H, X-tra line FLEX, XL and others) Tasks: solving industrial cleaning problems together with an ultrasonic cleaning device additional protection of heavy load vibrating baths (reduction of material removal and corrosion) careful cleaning of components Ident. No. 100 Ident. No. 115 Ident. No. 120 Ident. No. 150 Ident. No. 175 Ultrasonic cleaning agenst Elma tec clean A alkaline cleaners Designation Main impurity Main surfaces Properties ph-value Dosage Contents 43692 Ident. No. U. pr. E Substrate of electronics 2.5 l 100 O. R. Elma tec clean A1 Light oils, grease, flux, dust, (PCB's) and optics (spectacles, fine optics), electro- 10,8 3-10 % Liquid, emulsifying, silica and 10 l 101 O. R. Electronic and fine optics fingerprints phosphate free, mild alkaline cleaner mechanical components. For thorough cleaning of plastics Elma tec clean A2 Intensive cleaner with brightener Grinding, polishing, lapping abrasives, greases/oils Elma tec clean A3 Ferrous and special metal cleaner Elma tec clean A4 Universal cleaner Elma tec clean A5 power cleaner for ferrous and light metals Punching oils, drawing grease, cinder, grinding, polishing abrasives. High capacity cooling lubricants Oils, grease, coking, cinder, dust, fingerprints Oxidised and gummy oils and greases, grinding and polishing abrasives, paint residue, wax Non-ferrous and special Liquid, emulsifying, ammonia, metals, brass, nickel, titanium silica and phosphate free, to a limited extent suitable for mild alkaline zinc and aluminium Special steel, steel and similar ferrous materials, titanium and precious metals, grey cast iron, nonferrous metal, brass. Test glass and quartz! Not for aluminium and light metals Liquid, emulsifying, silica and phosphate content, alkaline Stainless steel, steel, iron, grey cast, aluminium and light Liquid, mostly demulsifying, metals, nickel, zinc, plastic, silica and phosphate content, ceramics, glass, quartz, alkaline rubber Stainless steel, steel, grey cast iron, aluminium and light metals, nickel, special steel, zinc 11,0 5-10 % 12,0 3-6 % 13,4 Ultrasonic: 1-5 % without ultrasonic: 5-10 % 2.5 l 105 O. R. 10 l 106 O. R. 2.5 l 110 O. R. 10 l 111 O. R. 2.5 l 115 O. R. 10 l 116 O. R. Powder-form, emulsifying, 11,5 (1 %) 1-4 % 0.85 kg 120 O. R. silica and phosphate content, alkaline * Powder form. Ultrasonic cleaning agents Elma tec clean M neutral cleaners Designation Main impurity Main surfaces Properties ph-value Dosage Contents 43692 Ident. No. U. pr. E All metals, plastic, ceramics, Ultrasonic: 2.5 l 150 O. R. Oils, greases, grinding, lapping, Elma tec clean N1 glass, rubber. Liquid, emulsifying, silica and 2-5 % Neutral cleaner polishing abrasives, dust, To a limited extent suitable for phosphate free, alkaline 9,3 10 l 151 O. R. without ultrasonic: welding, fingerprints magnesium. 10 % Ultrasonic cleaning agents Elma tec clean S acidic cleaners Designation Main impurity Main surfaces Properties ph-value Dosage Contents 43692 Ident. No. U. pr. E Non-ferrous metal, special steel, aluminium 2.5 l 175 O. R. and light metals, brass, steel, Elma tec clean S1 Rust, lime, oxide layers (e. g. verdigris), 10 l 176 O. R. plastic, glass after derusting, remove Liquid, emulsifying, acid 1,6 1-5% Thin acidic cleaner grease, oils steel immediately from the bath and rinse with anti-corrosion agent Stainless steel, steel, grey cast, carbide, brass, nickel, non-ferrous and special Elma tec clean S2 Mineral contamination such as lime, rust, metals. Remove steel, iron, grey cast from Liquid, emulsifying, acid < 1,0 Thick acid cleaner and others. Oxide; removable coats bath immediately after derusting and rinse with anti-corrosion agent h Canister with a volume of 25 l or 25 kg (Elma tec clean A5) on request. h Elma KS: corrosion-protection agent for sensitive metal materials (steel, carbide) and for test medium Further information and quotations available on request. Ultrasonic: 1-10 % 2.5 l 180 O. R. 10 l 181 O. R. 952