Add to detergent solutions to boost their effectiveness in removing substances that are difficult or impossible to remove with detergent solutions alone. See "Typical Applications" below for substances removed.
Add to solutions of alkaline detergents such as Metalterj #222 or Metalterj #286; it is harmless to all metals. Use at any temperature up to the boiling point of the mixture; effectiveness increases as temperature rises.
Quantity Required
Normally from 1% to 20% of the volume of the cleaning solution.
The most cost-effective concentration of Cardisolv #4850 depends on the quantity and the properties of the substance to be removed, on other components of the cleaning solution, on porosity of the surface, temperature, soak time, and the degree of agitation applied by the cleaning method. Initial trial is recommended using Cardisolv #4850 at 10% of the volume of the detergent solution; increase or decrease to find the most cost-effective concentration.
Typical Applications
Some of these substances may require Pre-Solv solvents to liquefy or soften the substance before washing; some may require a washing temperature over 180°F. A substance may be listed under more than one name.
Acrylic Resins
Latexes
Polyvinylidene Chloride Resins
Adhesives Lacquers
Polyvinyl
Formal Resins
Asphalts
Methacrylates
Polyvinyl Butyral Resins
Alkyd Resins
Methacrylic Resins
Polyvinyl Alcohol Resins
Butadiene-Styrene Resins
Nitrocellulose Polyvinyl
Pyrrolidone Resins
Butyrates
Nitrocellulose Resins
Polycarbonate Resins
Cellulose Resins
Nitrile Rubber Resins
Polystyrene Resins
Cellulose-Acetate Resins
Oils
Polyethylene Resins
Cumarone-Indene Resins
Paints
Resins
Chlorinated Rubber Resins
Plasticizers
Styrene
Enamels Petroleum
Oils
Silicone Resins
Ethyl Cellulose Resins
Plastics
Intermediates Synthetic Rubber Resins
Epoxies
Paraffins
Tar
Epoxy Resins
Phenolics
Urea-Formaldehyde Resins
Ethylene Oxide Polymeric Resins
Polyurethanes
Urethane Resins
Gums
Polyvinyl Resins
Varnishes
Inks
Polyvinyl Chloride Resins
Vegetable Oils
Isocyanate Resins
Polyvinyl Acetate Resins
Vinyl Acetate
Waxes
Properties - DOT Class - Precautions
Tested as low as 30°F
liquid
Viscosity
as water
Appearance, 30°F-125°
colorless
Solubility in Water
miscible
Odor
mild
Solubility in Hydrocarbons
negligible
Specific Gravity
1.01
Flash Point, °F
242
pH, as is
7
DOT-Hazard Label
none
Avoid contact with skin and especially eyes; in case of contact flush with water, eyes for at least 15 minutes and get medical attention. Use with adequate ventilation. For industrial use only. Keep out reach of children.