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Identification & Functionality
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Features & Benefits
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The Actonall series of chemicals are designed as an alternative to concentrated liquid acids used for activation prior to plating. As such, these products are much safer to handle and store. The Actonall chemicals are used for activation of difficult to plate metals and provide improved oxide and smut removal for maximum adhesion and deposit quality. The Actonall chemicals do not decompose and can be stored for long periods.
Applications & Uses
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Equipment
Conventional acid proof equipment should be used with the Actonall products. Tanks should be lined with PVC, polyethylene, polypropylene and in some cases stainless steel. Do not use fiberglass or lead lined tanks. A ventilation system should be used with all Actonall solutions. Heaters should be made of Teflon, titanium or 316 stainless steel. Do not use quartz heaters or lead coils.
ZERO Discharge Recovery
Actonall-210 and Actonall-65 are compatible with our ZERO Discharge Recovery systems. As such, the components of these products do not form RP products that are detrimental to chemical recycling and reuse.
Immersion Activation
The following is used on a wide variety of metals prior to plating to replace liquid acids. The immersion time and temperature are dependent upon the metal and its condition. The operating conditions can be varied depending upon the metal being treated and its surface condition. Concentration, time and temperature are all related. As an example, a lower concentration can be used with a higher temperature or a longer time, etc. Once established, the bath should be maintained by periodic analysis.
Electrolytic Activation
The following is used to remove stubborn scale. Carbon anodes are preferred, but CP lead anodes can also be used, but only for cathodic (direct) current. Do not use lead anodes for either anodic (reverse) or periodic reverse current. Otherwise, either anodic, cathodic or periodic reverse current can be used depending upon the situation and the metal being processed.
Bath Make-Up
The following procedure is recommended. Always use caution when making up an acidic solution. Fill the tank 2/3 full with water; turn off the heaters and turn on the ventilation. Then dissolve the Actonall compound(s) while using caution to avoid splashes. Then, fill with water to the operating volume and agitate thoroughly.
Properties
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| Value | Units | Test Method / Conditions | |
| Temperature | 140.0 | °F | - |
| Time | 2 - 5 | minutes | - |
| Agitation | Air agitation | - | - |
| Filtration | Yes, for best quality | - | - |
| Nickel Activation (Prior To Chrome Plating, 110°F, 60 seconds) | 12.0 | oz./gallon | - |
| Steel Alloys (Light Oxide) | 12.0 | oz./gallon | - |
| Steel Alloys (Heavy Oxide or Scale) | 12.0 | oz./gallon | - |
| Leaded Steel Alloys | 12.0 | oz./gallon | - |
| Cast Iron (Removes Silica) | 12.0 | oz./gallon | - |
| Aluminum | 24.0 | oz./gallon | - |
| Copper & Brass (Scale Removal) | 10.0 | oz./gallon | - |
| Carbide, Tungsten Carbide, FerroTic, Stellite and Nitrided Surfaces (80°F) | 16.0 | oz./gallon | - |
| Magnesium | 12.0 | oz./gallon | - |
| Titanium (80°F, 1.5 minutes) | 16.0 | oz./gallon | - |
| Stainless Steel (200, 300 & 400 series) | 18.0 | oz./gallon | - |
| Electrolytic Activation (90°F) | 16.0 | oz./gallon | - |
| Nickel Activation Prior To Chrome Plating (For severe cases, 110°F) | 16.0 | oz./gallon | - |
| Hastelloy C, Inconel, Monel, 17-4 PH Stainless & Other High Nickel Alloys (80°F, 1 minute) | 16.0 | oz./gallon | - |
| High Strength Steels (Sliver Removal & Polishing, 90°F) | 16.0 | oz./gallon | - |
| Monel (90°F, 10 seconds) | 16.0 | oz./gallon | - |
Safety & Health
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Waste Disposal
A spent bath will require neutralization with an alkali, such as sodium hydroxide or an alkaline cleaner that also needs disposal. The local authority should be consulted for regulations on suspended solids and dissolved metals. Follow all environmental directives for disposal of these solutions.
Caution
- Avoid personal contact with these chemicals, avoid splashing and avoid breathing any fumes released during operation. Do not inhale any dust, mist or vapors from these chemicals. Do not allow these products to contact the skin or eyes. In case of contact, flush immediately with large amounts of fresh water and seek immediate medical attention.
- Wear protective clothing such as aprons, gloves, face masks and respirators. Be sure that adequate eyewashes and emergency showers are available nearby before handling or using any of these chemicals.
- Designated work clothing should be worn while using these chemicals and the worker(s) should thoroughly shower and change into fresh-clean street clothing before going home. Decontaminate all work clothing before reuse.
- The user is responsible for providing adequate work clothing, personal protection, and limiting personal exposure and providing any required clean-up, decontamination as well as any needed medical attention.