Organic solvents

Organic solvents are used in industrial production to remove impurities from components. This process uses organic solvents to remove oil, grease, dirt and other residues from components and thus clean their surfaces.

During the cleaning process, the components to be cleaned are immersed in a bath of the organic solvent or the solvent is applied to the surface. The organic solvents have the ability to dissolve different types of contaminants, which helps to loosen them from the components.

The choice of organic solvent depends on the specific component cleaning requirements. Different solvents have different dissolving powers and can target different types of contaminants. In addition, safety considerations must be taken into account to minimize worker health and environmental impact.

Organic solvents in component cleaning are used in various industries, including the automotive industry, electronics manufacturing and metalworking. It is often carried out prior to subsequent manufacturing processes such as painting, welding or assembly to ensure that surfaces are free from contamination and that optimal adhesion or function is guaranteed.

Despite their effectiveness, there are also increasing efforts to develop more environmentally friendly alternatives to organic solvents in order to reduce the ecological footprint and promote compliance with environmental standards.