3D Printed Parts Ultrasonic Parts Washer 4.5 Liter Sonic Bath Cleaner

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4.5 Liter Ultrasonic Parts Washer For Removing Support Material From 3D Parts

Whale cleen  Sonic introduces an innovative solution to remove support material from 3D-printed parts. Whale Cleen sonic’s D series ultrasonic cleaner offers the ideal way to remove support material from fused deposition modeling 3D-printed parts. The application of ultrasonic energy accelerates the removal of support material, drastically reducing post-processing time, and expediting the prototyping process. Further, the Whale cleen sonic ultrasonic bath utilizes the same solution used in other support removal baths. With its fully programmable interface, the Whale cleen sonic D series digital bath is the most advanced ultrasonic bath yet. It features the benefits of heated cleaning with the ability to set temperatures from 20°C/68°F to 69°C/156°F. Plus, you get complete digital control and self-adaptive technology for consistent, worry-free operation — every time.

Features:

1. • Special lid to submerge 3D-printed parts
2. • Heated cleaning – up to 69°C/156°F
3. • Fully programmable
4. • 1-30 min cleaning cycle
5. • Mechanical Control

Ultrasonic Power Density Best Practice for Plastic / Polymer Parts

The cost of an ultrasonic cleaning tank is primarily in the electronics and ultrasonic transducer itself. Ultrasonic energy is measured in Watts, specifically the distribution of Watts per volume of the tank. That measurement or specification is the key differentiator in ultrasonic tanks from various manufacturers. Maintaining a high power density (Watts/gallon) is essential when working with materials like plastic that absorb much of the ultrasonic energy. In traditional cleaning applications where metal parts are being cleaned, this specification is less critical. Metal parts have a hard surface, and this allows the majority of the ultrasonic energy to cavitate on the surface. Plastic parts have a softer surface so some of the energy from the cavitation is deflected into the part. Typical materials that are used in 3D Printing which absorb ultrasonic energy are:

• ABS plastics
• Polycarbonate plastics
• Polycarbonate/ABS polymer blends (PC ABS)
• Nylon blends

This means that ultrasonic cleaning tanks which have costs reduced by having a low power density (Watts/gallon) will have a significant degradation of cleaning and support dissolving performance due to the plastics/polymers absorbing the ultrasonic energy. At  whale cleen sonic, our bench-top tanks are targeted for 100W/gallon of ultrasonic power density. Many tank manufacturers target ultrasonic ratings of 50W/gallon or less. As the saying goes, you certainly get what you pay for and this could not be more true than in this instance.

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Processing car Parts In Ultrasonic Cleaners

3D printing support material removal typically requires a solvent or aqueous cleaning solution, elevated temperatures and mechanical agitation to accelerate the cleaning and support dissolving process.3D systems are the large players in the 3D printed FDM part industry and both have similar recommended methods for removing support material. It is important to note that many FDM parts will float or partially float in solution so a basket design with lids is essential to ensure full submersion in the solution. The growing industry of rapid prototyping by 3D Printed plastics has developed yet another use for ultrasonic cleaning parts washers. Depending on the size of the 3D printer, we can easily make any tank configuration sizing required with little to no additional custom size pricing.

FAQ:

1. How does Ultrasonic Cleaning Work?

An ultrasonic system works by inducing controlled cavitation in the cleaning fluid. Cavitation refers to microscopic voids or "bubbles" that form when the transducers emit sufficient ultrasonic energy into the fluid. The cavitation bubbles form relatively slowly and then collapse suddenly, releasing tremendous energy against the surfaces of objects immersed in the tank that ‘scrubs’ hard to remove soils from the parts.

2. Can ultrasonic cleaning damage parts?

Ultrasonic cleaning is considered safe for most parts; although in some cases it is necessary to observe caution. Although the effect of thousands of implosions per second is very powerful, the cleaning process is safe.