Product Description
AMERICAN POLYWATER FD-640 5-Gal SpliceMaster® Type FD™ 02786804020 SOLD PER Pail AMERICAN AMERICAN POLYWATER FD-640 5-Gal SpliceMaster® Type FD™ 02786804020 SOLD PER Pail
FD™
Electrical Contact Cleaner
A Fast-Drying Cleaner for General Industrial & Maintenance Use
5-gallon (18.9 liters) pail
FD™ Electrical Contact Cleaner is a fast drying, multi-purpose industrial and maintenance cleaner. It replaces ozone-depleting CFC's, trichloroethane, HCFC's, perchloroethylene and other carcinogenic chlorinated solvents. FD™ Cleaner effectively dissolves industrial grimes, greases, lubrication fluids, silicone, tars, adhesives, and fluxes.
FD™ Electrical Contact Cleaner evaporates quickly without a residue. It is suitable for use in electrical maintenance as a replacement for 1,1,1-trichloroethane. Transformer oils, corrosion inhibitor compounds, silicone grease, semi-conducting paints, and many other kinds of electrical grime clean up quickly with FD™ Cleaner.
TYPICAL PHYSICAL PROPERTIES
Dielectric Strength (ASTM D877)
Relative Evaporation Rate
Residue (ASTM D 2369)
Flashpoint (ASTM D 56)
Initial Boiling Point
Specific Gravity
Percent Aromatics
Propellant (aerosol only)
Cleaning Strength
36 KV
Fast
< 100 ppm
~0°F (< -5°C)
141°F (60°C)
0.69
< 0.1%
CO2
Excellent
ADVANTAGES
Multiple packages to fit different end uses
Fast evaporating
Good general solvency power
One cleaner for many needs
Contains no CFC's or HCFC's
Contains no chlorinated solvents
Harmless to most plastics
Non-conductive, non-corrosive, non-staining
USAGE DIRECTIONS & PERFORMANCE
FD™ Electrical Contact Cleaner has a variable spray head (low, medium, high) for better spray control. FD™ is suitable for many types of cleaning and degreasing, including contact cleaning, cable cleaning, and communication and electrical maintenance cleaning. It can be used as a spray, wipe, or solvent rinse. FD™ is effective at room temperature. It does not freeze and can be used in cold weather applications. FD™ is authorized by the USDA for use in federally inspected meat and poultry plants.
FD™ Electrical Contact Cleaner has good solvency power. Cleaning time and effectiveness will vary based on the contaminant and cleaning method. Wiping or agitation cleans faster than just soaking. Experiment with your particular contaminant and conditions.
FD™ Electrical Contact Cleaner is compared to other solvent types in the chart below. A stainless steel surface is coated with 50 mils of contaminating compound. The surface is immersed and lightly agitated in FD™ solvent. The time at which the contaminant has dissolved is noted.
Silicone Electrical Insulating Compound
Cleaner Cleaning Time
Type FD™ Cleaner < 2 Minutes
Odorless Mineral Spirits 5 Minutes
Isopropyl Alcohol > 5 Minutes
Hydrocarbon Lubricating Grease
Cleaner Cleaning Time
Type FD™ Cleaner < 3 Minutes
Odorless Mineral Spirits > 5 Minutes
Isopropyl Alcohol >> 5 Minutes
Cable Filling Grease (PE/PJ)
Cleaner Cleaning Time
Type FD™ Cleaner 5 Minutes
Odorless Mineral Spirits > 5 Minutes
Isopropyl Alcohol >> 5 Minutes
Oxide Inhibiting Compound
Cleaner Cleaning Time
Type FD™ Cleaner < 1 Minute
Odorless Mineral Spirits < 2 Minutes
Isopropyl Alcohol >> 5 Minutes
FD™ Electrical Contact Cleaner contains no surfactants and leaves no residue once dried. For precision cleaning (residue free use), prevent recontamination with existing grime by finishing with a fresh wipe, spraying until the solvent runs clear, or rinsing in a fresh bath of FD™ cleaner.
FD™ Electrical Contact Cleaner is fast evaporating and does not require forced air to dry. In areas where solvent has pooled, the part may be wiped with an absorbent, lint-free towel.
Evaporation Rate
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FD™ Cleaner 40 mg/min.
1,1,1, Trichloroethane 50 mg/min.
Perchloroethylene 20 mg/min.
Isopropyl Alcohol 10 mg/min.
Odorless Mineral Spirits .3 mg/min.
COMPATIBILITY
FD™ Electrical Contact Cleaner will not corrode or stain metal parts. It does not tarnish or corrode copper per ASTM D130 and D1729.
FD™ Electrical Contact Cleaner is compatible with most plastics and elastomers. Tables I and II show the effect of FD™ on various plastics and rubbers.
Testing, shown in charts I and II, is based on a soak test described in ASTM D543. FD™ may temporarily swell some rubber compounds. These rubbers should return to their original state after the cleaner has evaporated. Immersion will affect sensitive materials more than incidental contact of a spray or wipe. It is recommended that all plastic parts, gaskets, seals and O-rings be tested for specific use and exposure method.
FD™ COMPATIBILITY WITH PLASTICS & ELASTOMERS
TABLE I
AGING 72 HOURS AT 50°C
TYPE OF PLASTIC % WEIGHT CHANGE % THICKNESS CHANGE APPEARANCE
ABS +0.81 0 NC
Acrylic +0.06 +0.15 NC
CPE Thermoplastic +6.49 0 NC
CPE Thermoset -6.51 0 NC
Delrin® +0.24 0 NC
Epoxy +0.08 0 NC
Nylon 101 +0.70 +0.27 NC
Polycarbonate +0.18 0 NC
Phenolic +6.99 +9.00 NC
Polyethylene +12.46 +3.78 NC
Polystyrene +31.49 +33.12 SF
PVC -0.03 0 NC
Teflon® +0.07 0 NC
Tygon® -0.17 +6.62 NC
Ultem® 1000 -0.08 +0.27 NC
Valox® 420 +0.10 +1.12 NC
TABLE II
AGING 72 HOURS AT 50°C
TYPE OF ELASTOMER % WEIGHT CHANGE % THICKNESS CHANGE APPEARANCE
EPDM +100.88 +37.15 S
Neoprene +2.36 +2.72 NC
Nitrile +2.00 +5.26 NC
SBR +16.96 +31.53 SS
Silicone +65.97 +47.50 S
Viton® +1.98 +4.43 NC
KEY: NC=NO CHANGE Type FD™ is a trademark of American AMERICAN AMERICAN POLYWATER Corporation
SF=SOFTENING Delrin® and Teflon® are trademarks of Du Pont
SS=SLIGHT SWELLING Ultem® 1000 and Valox® 420 are trademarks of G.E. Plastics
S=SWELLING Tygon® is a trademark of Norton Performance Plastics
Viton® is a trademark of Du Pont Dow Elastomers
SAFETY
FD™Electrical Contact Cleaner has a low level of toxicity. As with any solvent, ventilation should be sufficient to keep vapors at safe levels. Avoid eye contact and excessive skin contact. Wash hands with soap and water after using.
FD™ Electrical Contact Cleaner is an extremely flammable liquid. It should not be used on energized equipment. FD™ should not be used for high temperature cleaning or exposed to pilot lights, flames or heated surfaces. Good industrial hygiene practice and appropriate precautions should be employed during use. See MSDS for specific details.
STORAGE
FD™ Electrical Contact Cleaner is classified as flammable. Keep containers cool, dry and away from sources of ignition and oxidizing materials. Do not expose aerosol cans to direct sunlight or temperatures above 120°F (50°C). Do not puncture or incinerate aerosol cans. Aerosol cans are freeze/thaw stable. This product has a shelf life of three years.