Ultrasonic Cleaner

Introduction

Ultrasonic cleaners are devices that employ ultrasonic technology to clean items immersed in a liquid solution. This technology generates high-frequency sound waves that initiate cavitation by producing microscopic bubbles in the fluid. When these bubbles collapse near item surfaces, they dislodge dirt, grease, oil and other contaminants, even from areas that are difficult to access manually or by conventional cleaning methods.

How do Ultrasonic Cleaners Operate?

The transducer converts electrical energy into ultrasonic waves, thereby initiating cavitation. These waves travel through the cleaning solution and create high-energy cavitation bubbles. When these bubbles burst near the items, they produce a gentle scrubbing effect that reaches small crevices and removes contaminants effectively.

Applications of Ultrasonic Cleaners

Ultrasonic cleaners are used in various sectors and applications:

• Medical and dental instruments: Ensures instruments are free from contaminants and safe for patient use.
• Jewellery and watches: Restores appearance without risking damage to delicate items.
• Electronics and printed circuit boards: Removes contaminants from electronic components without causing damage.
• Automotive and aerospace: Cleans components to maintain operational integrity.
• Laboratories: Cleans equipment to ensure experimental integrity.

Advantages of Using Ultrasonic Cleaners

• Efficiency: Cleans faster and more thoroughly than conventional cleaning methods.
• Safety: Reduces the need for harsh chemicals and manual scrubbing, thereby lowering risk to users and items.
• Precision: Reaches areas that are difficult to clean manually, thereby ensuring thorough cleaning.
• Versatility: Suitable for a broad range of materials including metals, plastics and sensitive items such as glassware.

Ultrasonic Cleaner Products

Stanford Advanced Materials (SAM) primarily offers industrial ultrasonic cleaners:

• Single-tank ultrasonic cleaner
• Multi-tank ultrasonic cleaner
• Ultrasonic cleaner with gantry
• Ultrasonic cleaner with filter
• Ultrasonic cleaner with semi-automatic transfer system