All dissolve instantly in hot or cold water. The low viscosity of each assures consistently accurate solutions when fed through a metering pump or suction device such as a venturi injector. At recommended use dilutions, all provide:

• Quick wetting, penetration, dispersion and suspension of dirt.
  
• Low foam even under the severe foam-generating conditions typical of machines with vigorous mechanical action such as spray washers, vibrators, tumblers, and spindle machines.
  
• Lubricity for proper roll-over of parts and media when used in vibratory, spindle, or tumbling machines.
  
• Quick, virtually spot-free rinsing and scale free equipment--both due to low surface tension and deactivation of calcium and other hard-water ions.

Use also, by any suitable method, to clean machinery, heat exchangers, floors, glass, most plastics and other materials safe in alkaline detergents. Their low foam makes them especially suitable for cleaning by vigorous recirculation methods.

For FERROUS and Other Hard Metals:
Metalterj #1018
Parts Detergent and Rust Preventative. Liquid.
Usually the most cost-efficient detergent for removing common substances such as the cutting oils and lubricants which are used in metal-working industries.
Prevents in-wash rust, prevents after-wash rust for over 30 days if not water-rinsed. Use at any temperature. As most detergents, it removes most substances faster at higher temperatures.

Metalterj #1520
Parts Detergent AND Rust Preventative. Liquid.
For simultaneous cleaning AND assured rust prevention. Prevents in-wash rust, prevents after-wash rust for over 30 days if not water rinsed. Use at any temperature; has low, unstable foam at any temperature. As most detergents, it removes most substances faster at higher temperatures.

Metalterj #256
Parts Detergent With Booster Solvent. Liquid.
For removing both common and detergent-resistant substances. The combination of detergent and solvent removes many resinous and carbonaceous substances which are difficult or impossible to remove with detergents alone. Prevents in-wash rust, retards after-wash rust, but, especially if rinsed, the use of a suitable rust inhibitor is recommended for assured prevention of after-wash rust. Use at any temperature; but many detergent resistant substances can be removed only at temperatures over 120F. Has low, unstable foam at any temperature.

For All Metals:
Metalterj #254
Parts Detergent AND Rust Preventative. Liquid. Non- Hazardous.
With recommended procedures will not corrode or discolor any metal including aluminum and other soft metals and alloys. Prevents in-wash rust, provides long-term rust protection if not water-rinsed. Very low foam under 100F, near zero foam over 100F. Provides remarkable separation from oils in recycling solution tanks. Provides superb long-term cleaning performance, good sheeting and non-spotting.

Metalterj #287
Parts Detergent. Liquid. Non-hazardous.
Usually the most cost efficient non-ferrous metal cleaner. With recommended procedures will not corrode or discolor any metal, excluding some exotic alloys of aluminum. Prevents in-wash rust. Very low foam under 100F, near zero foam over 100F. Provides excellent separation from oils in recycling solution tanks. Provides superb long-term cleaning performance, good sheeting and minimal spotting.

Metalterj #288
Parts Detergent With Booster Solvent. Liquid. Non-hazardous.
For removing both common and detergent-resistant substances. The combination of detergent and solvent removes many resinous and carbonaceous substances which are difficult or impossible to remove with detergents alone. Prevents in-wash rust. Very low foam under 100F, near zero foam over 100F. Provides excellent separation from oils in recycling solution tanks. Provides superb long-term cleaning performance, good sheeting, and minimal spotting.

Aluminate #5059
Burnishing Compound. Liquid.
For cleaning, deburring, and HIGH GLOSS finishing of all metals. When used with steel media, produces a high-gloss finish on aluminum, steel, SS, copper, brass, bronze, zinc, magnesium, other metals and alloys. Prevents in-wash rust on ferrous parts, use inhibitor to prevent after-wash rust on steel media during shutdown for up to 72 hours--for longer shut-down, use suitable rust inhibitor.

Other Materials
All are suitable for use on glass. All except Metalterj #256 and #288 are suitable for use on plastics, #256 and #288 are suitable for use on some plastics but test first.

Special Conditions
These “Parts Detergents” are formulated to emphasize the properties which are essential for best performance when used in spray washers, vibrators, tumblers, spindle machines, or by any method that provides vigorous mechanical action. When the method of cleaning provides little or no mechanical action, as in a soak tank, and when unusual quantities or types of oily dirt are involved, performance and bath life of any of these parts detergents can be improved by adding one of the following cleaning additives to the cleaning solution: add Cardite #8359 or Cardite #4682 or Superwet #2, normally 1% or less of the volume of the cleaning solution is adequate.

DEFOAMERS

NOTE: All Cardinal parts detergents are designed to produce little or no foam. In some systems excessive air may be induced into the solution by a leak or with extraordinary agitation. Foam may also be produced by a contaminant, such as a fatty acid based lubricant reacting with an alkaline cleaning solution to produce a soap. In these situations a small amount of defoamer may be introduced to the surface of the solution tank to maintain control.

Defoam #9
Defoamer. Liquid. Ready to use. Eliminates foam in alkaline, acid, or neutral solutions. Spray on foam, or pour into foaming solution, or pour into tank that will receive a foamy solution. Opaque, white; details on request.

Defoam #100
Defoamer. Liquid. Concentrate. Defoam #100 diluted = Defoam #9 above. May be used full strength or diluted 1:10 water for spray application. Opaque, white; details on request.

Defoam #245
Non-silicone defoamer. Liquid. Concentrate. Great residual performance. Clear, amber; details on request.

Defoam #475
Contains no free silicone. Liquid. Concentrate. Kills foam instantly and prevents recurring foam. Opaque, white; details on request.

RINSE AGENTS

Add to rinse water to improve rinsing properties.

Spotless
Rinse Agent. Liquid. Recommended for most rinsing applications. Virtually eliminates spots and streaks. Add to rinse water by any method such as injection into a spray rinse or by adding to a rinse tank. Low foam up to 100F, very low foam over 100F. Colorless; details on request.

Cardite #4PR
Rinse Agent. Liquid. For rinsing pickled steel. Prevents spots, stains, and discoloration. Pale amber; details on request.

RUST INHIBITORS

For protection against rust when stored inside at ambient temperatures and humidity. Inhibitors should be applied immediately after cleaning when possible. In many processes, a simple method of application is to add rust inhibitor to final rinse water.

Metalterj #254
Parts Detergent AND Rust Preventative. Liquid. Non-Hazardous.
With recommended procedures will not corrode or discolor any metal including aluminum and other soft metals and alloys. Prevents in-wash rust, provides long-term rust protection if not water-rinsed. Very low foam under 100F, near-zero foam over 100f. Provides remarkable separation from oils in recycling solution tanks. Provides superb long-term cleaning performance, good sheeting and non- spotting.

Rust Ban #30
Rust Inhibitor. Liquid. Dilute in Water. Protects Up To 30 Days.
Provides cheap, easily-applied protection for parts in process. For best results, apply by immersion or spray; may be painted on or wiped on. Treated parts can be machined, stamped, welded or painted as normally. Contains organic and inorganic inhibitors; no nitrites, no chromates. Non-combustible.

Rust Ban #1018
Rust Inhibitor. Liquid. Dilute in Water. Protects Up To 30 Days.
Provides cheap, easily-applied protection for parts in process. For best results, apply by immersion or spray; may be painted on or wiped on. Treated parts can be machined, stamped, welded or painted as normally. Contains organic and inorganic inhibitors; not nitrites, no chromates. Non-combustible.

Rust Ban #4341
Rust Inhibitor. Liquid. Non-Drying. Use Full Strength. Protects Over Two Years.
Surface must be clean and dry. For best results, apply by immersion or spray; may be painted on or wiped on. Forms a soft coating of paraffinic hydrocarbons. Treated parts can be machined or stamped as normally; removes with detergent or solvent before welding or painting. All organic; no nitrites, no chromates. Flash point 260F.

Rust Ban #5711
Rust Inhibitor. Liquid. Dilute in Water. Protects Up To Two Years.
Provides cheap, easily-applied protection for parts in process or for longer-term storage. For best results, apply by immersion or spray; may be painted on or wiped on. Treated parts can be machined, stamped or welded as normally; remove with water before painting. Non-combustible.

Rust Ban #6273
Rust Inhibitor. Liquid. Dilute in Water. Protects Up To One Year.
Provides cheap, easily-applied protection for parts in process or for longer-term storage. For best results, apply by immersion or spray; may be painted on or wiped on. Treated parts can be machined, stamped or welded as normally; remove with water before painting. Contains organic and inorganic inhibitors; no nitrites, no chromates. Non-combustible.

Rust Ban #6322
Rust Inhibitor. Liquid. 4-Hour Dry. Use Full Strength. Protects Over Two Years.
Tip or roll container before use OT assure homogenous mixture. For best results, apply by immersion or spray; may be painted on or wiped on. Requires well ventilated work area. Forms a firm, black, glossy coating about 3.5 mils thick. Average coverage is 225 sq. ft. per gallon. Removable with detergents or solvent. All organic; no nitrites, no chromates. Flash point 105F.

RUST & SCALE REMOVERS - METAL BRIGHTENERS

Cardite #623
Rust Remover - Metal Brightener - Film and Scum Remover. Liquid.
Removes rust stains, metal tarnish, light rust, and other oxides. Also effective for soap film, light oil films, and water spots. Use on all metals including aluminum and soft alloys; also painted surfaces, glass, rubber, plastics, concrete, porcelain, ceramic tile, brick, quarry tile, flagstones, textiles, fiberglass, formica, plastic wall tile, asphalt tile, vinyl tile, circuit boards, and other materials known to be safe in dilute phosphoric acid solutions. USDA Authorized. Colorless; details on request.

Metalterj #612
Rust Remover - Scale Remover - Metal Brightener. Liquid.
Removes rust and hard-water scale from iron and steel. Removes oxidation from brass and bronze. Typical applications are: cleaning interiors of spray washers, dishwashers, heat exchangers, heating coils, pumps, valves, pipes. Contains hydrochloric acid and penetrants; after cleaning, ferrous metals require thorough rinsing, all ferrous metals, except stainless steel, require rust inhibition. Red; details on request.

Metalbrite #2081
Metal Brightener. Liquid.
Removes oxidation from all metals. Very fast action on aluminum. If very dirty, clean first with suitable cleaner, then brighten. Contains penetrants and mixed acids. Blue; details on request.

Others
The products above are recommended for removing oxides and hard-water scale by immersion, spray or recirculation. For brightening metals in vibratory, spindle or tumbling machines, use Aluminate #5059.

PAINT & CARBON REMOVERS

For removing all types of paints, varnishes, resins, and most other organic coatings including those with high resistance to chemicals such as baked epoxies and certain isocyanates. For removing carbon deposits, as from DETACHED carburetors and similar metal objects.

Apply by methods shown. Keep surface wet until coating is removed, or liquefied, or wrinkled. Time required may be as little as 5 minutes, rarely more than 30 minutes. Some products can be used hot as heat increases effectiveness and reduces time needed. Remove any residue with stiff brush or scraper or steel wool, or by rinsing with water or suitable solvent such as mineral spirits or turpentine, or by any combination of methods that are needed. If water is used, hotter is better, a suitable detergent may improve performance and a pressure washer or steam cleaner may help. To prevent rust on iron and steel, hot water improves evaporation. For assured rust prevention use hot water and a combination detergent/rust preventive like Metalterj #1520, page B1, or a suitable rust inhibitor, page B7. Products shown below with “ammonia odor” contain ammonia. Ammonia helps removal and its odor is a built-in warning against inhalation.

Cardisolvs
Removers called “Cardisolvs” are harmless to all metals and stone-like materials such as concrete and ceramics. Wood is usually slightly fuzzy after paint is removed, especially if water-rinsed. To minimize sanding, use as little water as possible. These products are harmful to most plastics; test before using on plastics and apparent wood veneers -- some apparent wood veneers -- some apparent veneers are plastic.

THICK LIQUIDS -- For Use By Paint-On -- These Products Cling To Vertical Surfaces

Cardisolv #6812
Use cold. Use full strength. An effective product for removing the raw components of coatings by the paint-on method. Intended as a pre-solv or for dry coatings. Almost colorless, translucent, no flash point, poison, ammonia odor; details on request.

Cardisolv #MCE
Use cold. Use full strength. An effective product for removing dry coatings by paint-on. Almost colorless, translucent, no flash point, poison, ammonia odor; details on request.

Superblend Plus
Use cold. Use full strength. An effective product for removing the raw components of coatings by paint-on. Intended as a pre-solv or for dry coatings. Contains no chlorinated solvents, alcohols, or ammonia. Colorless, flash point 150F, pleasant odor; details on request.