Electrical contact cleaners

All types of contacts, connectors and terminals need regular care especially if they are in particularly dusty or humid conditions. You can use the special electrical contact cleaner in order to easily remove dust, organic and non-organic oils, corrosion marks. Such products actively fight impurities, restore regular parameters of contact pairs and prevent electrical equipment power loss.

Types of electrical contact cleaners

There are two types of the agents according to the composition:

• Alcohol-based. These products effectively clean parts and do not leave residue, marks or other stains on the surface.
• Oil-based. Such agents cover components with the oil film which provides high resistance to corrosion.

In many cases these products are used combined. It allows to clean components and protect them from negative environmental influence.

Composition

The electrical contact cleaners can be made using isopropanol, various solvents, synthetic oil. Also they contain mixtures of condensed inert gases. Moreover, they can include additional components, for example, those that effectively remove oxides and reduce contact resistance.

Tips on how to use electrical contact cleaners

Use the agent carefully in accordance with the manufacturer manual. Disconnect the battery before using electrical contact cleaners. Shake the can well for several minutes before treating contacts. Then thickly apply the compound to the part; if necessary, leave it on the contacts for the time specified in the manual. Then remove dirt and remains of the agent with the soft cloth which doesn’t leave lint on surfaces.

Apply cleaners outdoors or in a well-ventilated room. While application necessarily use protection gloves, glasses and respirator. Don’t apply voltage right after treating, the cleaner should evaporate.

When storing or transporting the agent follow the rules specified by the manufacturer. Particularly, you need to protect the product from direct sunlight and ignition sources.

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