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whunter 03-13-2013 12:25 AM

Opinion? what is the best Ultrasonic Cleaner for injectors
 
Both of mine died:
* Stopped working.
* The casing disintegrated from garage chemical exposure.

Here is what I am considering at the moment.

30W 50W Professional Mini Ultrasonic Cleaner for Jewelry Glasses Circuit Board | eBay

Ultrasonic Cleaner - Save on Ultrasonic Cleaners at HFT

SPT Ultrasonic Cleaner-UC-0609 at The Home Depot

Ultrasonic Cleaner 2L 1 2gal Digital Heated Jewelry Dental Computer Automotive | eBay

Ultrasonic Cleaner 1.2 Pints: Amazon.com: Industrial & Scientific

SRA TruPower UC-06D Digital Ultrasonic Cleaner, 600ml Capacity - Amazon.com

Digital Ultrasonic Jewelry Cleaner, 1.4L (2.96 Pint) - Amazon.com



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capflya 03-13-2013 08:30 AM

This is the one I have...

Ultrasonic Cleaner - 2.5 Liter

A little bit more pricey than the HF one you linked but it's larger and works nicely. I did all five of my injectors with it and it worked great. I put some gas in a small container and then floated that in water in the ultrasonic cleaner. Didn't want to put fuel in the ultrasonic cleaner in case my wife wants to clean her rings or something.

I used a small brush and some gas to brush them off a little bit then let the ultrasonic cleaner do the rest.

Diesel911 03-13-2013 01:38 PM

I had the Smallest Harbor Freight Ultrasonic Cleaner and it worked but after about 4 years the circuit that is in the lid Hinge area had issues. I have never tried to fix it.

I bought the next Larger Harbor Freight Ultasonic Cleaner and it also works but I have used it to clean other Parts and find I wish it was bigger. However, if you want a larger Cleaner the Price jumps way higher.

I have been useing Water and something like Purple Power as the Cleaning Solution.

greazzer 03-13-2013 02:04 PM

Go for the gusto and make your own 600W ultrasonic cleaner (5-7 gallons).

10x 60W transducers @40Hz with 600W generator. Costs around $450 USD for the parts and shipping thru Ultrasonic Cleaners*|*Beijing Ultrasonic You will need a 1-2mm (max) ss tank. Hit the scrap yards. Making mine right now. News at 11 ...

Stretch 03-21-2013 03:49 PM

In ultrasonic cleaning you need to consider the size of the parts you are trying to clean / the size of the detailed bits on the part you are trying to clean. If you are trying to clean inside small crevices for example you need to be using higher frequencies. It isn't just about the power rating.

Here's some reading

Ultrasonic cleaning - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

eBay.co.uk Guides - Buying an Ultrasonic Cleaner

I hope it helps with your choice. I can't give specific model advice as it has been some time since I used them in my work and I've forgotten what I used to use - sorry

greazzer 03-21-2013 04:01 PM

The above is true, but 40 Hz is the generally accepted transducer sound wave. Look at the players who make these contraptions, and 40Hz is their rating. You can get different transducers, EG, 28Hz, 40Hz, et cet., but you will need a generator which sweeps thru the frequencies. That type of generator costs a fortune. The real key is the power. The HF you are looking at is no more than a "nominal" 35Watt. Compare that against a real 600W and apply the 1 gallon of liquid for every 100Watts of mojo.

whunter 03-27-2013 03:00 AM

FYI
 
I will buy one this week.
Still not firm on which unit.

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Stretch 03-27-2013 04:27 AM

Let us know what you get - I'm almost going to be in the market for one in the future perhaps!

shadetree77 03-27-2013 11:29 PM

i've been using the HFT one for some years now, the basket melted after 1st use, but it works as intended without it. gets everything very clean. i wish the stainless steel bowl would extend all the way up to the top since that plastic area is starting to melt as well

whunter 03-27-2013 11:41 PM

Thanks
 
Quote:

Originally Posted by shadetree77 (Post 3121514)
i've been using the HFT one for some years now, the basket melted after 1st use, but it works as intended without it. gets everything very clean. i wish the stainless steel bowl would extend all the way up to the top since that plastic area is starting to melt as well

I plan to get one tomorrow.

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Brian Carlton 03-28-2013 09:07 AM

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Originally Posted by whunter (Post 3121524)
I plan to get one tomorrow.

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Is there anything in the body of the injector that requires cleaning?

Or, in different words..........if the nozzle is replaced, is that process sufficient to fully recondition the injector or does the body also require some type of ultrasonic cleaning?

I need to make a plan to get the Monarks installed.

Simpler=Better 03-28-2013 09:11 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Brian Carlton (Post 3121630)
Is there anything in the body of the injector that requires cleaning?

Or, in different words..........if the nozzle is replaced, is that process sufficient to fully recondition the injector or does the body also require some type of ultrasonic cleaning?

I need to make a plan to get the Monarks installed.

I imagine it's not a bad idea to clean everything. Think about how hot the injectors get, and the couple thousand of gallons of fuel that are pushed through in their lifetime. I imagine that some kind of glazing would build up at least.

greazzer 03-28-2013 09:57 AM

Yes, the entire injector and its contents need to be cleaned for a complete job. Even after you ultrasonic clean it, you should blast it with compressed air. Keep in mind that one little spec of dirt can screw up the injector which will neccesitate a re-do.

shadetree77 03-28-2013 10:37 PM

yeah just clean all the injector internals while it's apart, there's only 4 or 5 pieces in there if i remember correctly

shadetree77 03-28-2013 10:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by whunter (Post 3121524)
I plan to get one tomorrow.

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don't forget to source a 20% off coupon somewhere if you're going to a HFT store; they can be found in most automotive or men's type magazines.


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