Eight cleaning fixtures can be loaded at one time. The fixtures are designed to hold different types of masks and shields, allowing parts from different metallizers to be cleaned at the same time. At the end of the cleaning process, internal tanks are automatically replenished from external tanks if necessary. Cleaning Cycle Operator loads parts into cleaning fixtures. Cleaning fixtures are loaded into the system.
Front door is closed, start button is pressed.
Lift frame lowers into the process tank. This motion closes the top cover of the process tank. Parts are flooded in a heated caustic solution with air bubbles. Parts are subjected to a series of acid washes and water rinses. Parts are dried with heated air.