Cold cleaner

A cold cleaner is a special cleaning chemical or solution that is used to remove stubborn dirt from surfaces without the need for heat. Unlike traditional cleaning agents, which often need to be heated to increase their effectiveness, a cold cleaner can be used at room temperature or slightly elevated temperatures.

The composition of a cold cleaner can vary depending on the specific cleaning requirements and the surfaces to be cleaned. Typically, it contains a mixture of organic solvents, surfactants, emulsifiers and possibly corrosion inhibitors. These ingredients work together to dissolve and emulsify grease, oil, lubricants, grime, dust and other stubborn soils from the surface.

Cold cleaners are used in a variety of industrial applications, including the cleaning of machine parts, tools, engines, gears and other metallic components. They are also used in vehicle maintenance, aviation, electronics manufacturing and many other industries to achieve thorough cleaning of surfaces.

The advantages of cold cleaners lie in their effectiveness, their ease of use and their ability to remove stubborn dirt without the need for high temperatures. This makes them particularly suitable for sensitive materials or components that could be damaged at high temperatures. In addition, cold cleaners are generally more environmentally friendly and safer to use than some of the hotter cleaning methods.

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This definition is taken from the surface technology encyclopedia from Surface Technology Online. You can find many more technical terms from the surface technology industry in our lexicon overview.

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