Parts Cleaning Solutions
Designing LOX-Compatible Cleaning Processes For 3D-Printed Titanium Components
The Challenge
A space technology company faced a mission-critical challenge. Their 3D-printed titanium parts required meticulous cleaning to meet exacting standards.
These weren’t just cosmetic concerns. To meet the rigorous requirements of LOX compatibility (liquid oxygen), every trace of soils on the components had to be removed without compromising the integrity of the titanium. Hydrocarbon oils from machining and fine printing particulates threatened the performance, safety, and certification of the components without proper cleaning.
The company needed a tailored cleaning process that could navigate the complex geometries of part shapes and material sensitivities while delivering repeatable, precision-level results.
The Solution
To address the customer's challenges and objectives, Brulin outlined a precise aqueous cleaning process designed specifically for this mission-critical application.
Specialty Chemistry
We selected AquaVantage® 815 GD, an aqueous detergent for ultrasonic cleaners that's perfect for titanium, to cut through oils and particulates.
Immersion & Ultrasonic
The customer leveraged an immersion and ultrasonic parts cleaning process, ensuring full penetration and uniform soil removal.
Deionized Rinse
We designed a carefully controlled DI water rinse to guarantee component purity for consistency, ensuring reliability across batches.
This multi-step process maintained material integrity while ensuring parts met or exceeded LOX cleanliness standards, providing a comprehensive, repeatable cleaning solution.
Realized Success
The implemented solution exceeded client expectations by achieving the rigorous cleanliness required for LOX standards. The customer successfully onboarded a reliable process that safeguarded the mission-critical components and supported continued excellence in space exploration.
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