A- Absolutely Not. Statements that suggest machine obsolesce if not EPA Verified are, according to the EPA , untrue. The AQ-201SC Ultrasonic Stencil Cleaning System is designed to remove solder paste and adhesives from stencils, screens, misprints, and related components. The AQ-201SC is capable of removing adhesives. Ultrasonic cleaning has been proven to be the technology of choice for stencils and screens.
Ultrasonic energy is non-destructive to the stencil or screen.
Water alone will not remove rosin or no-clean pastes. Water alone will not remove rosin or no-clean pastes. Aqueous Technologies has well established relationships with all of the major chemical suppliers. Aqueous Technologies can help define the correct blend of equipment, application, and chemistry. There are chemicals available that effectively remove solder paste at ambient temperatures while other chemicals require heat.