Castrol Techniclean AS 62 is a fast-drying, low-odour cleaning and thinning medium based on low-aromatic hydrocarbons. It offers excellent solvency and is compatible with all metallic and most non-metallic substrates. The product was developed as an alternative to chlorinated solvent cleaners and traditional high-aromatic hydrocarbon solvent cleaners.
Applications
- Cleaning of parts by dipping (used neat/undiluted)
- Cleaning in ultrasonic systems (used neat/undiluted)
- Manual cleaning: apply via hand spray bottle or brush, then wipe and dry
- Industrial cleaning and thinning medium
Benefits
- Excellent solvency for animal, vegetable and mineral fats and oils
- Very low surface tension – helps penetrate hard-to-reach areas
- Fast drying and residue-free surface – supports productivity and reduces rework
- Low-aromatic and low-odour – improves workplace environment
Technical data (extract)
- Appearance: clear, colourless liquid
- Viscosity at 20 °C: approx. 1.3 mm²/s
- Density at 15 °C: 792 kg/m³
- Flash point: >62 °C
- Initial boiling point: >180 °C
Notes for use
- Prolonged contact may cause rubber and certain plastics to swell.
- Not suitable for cleaning electrical devices while in operation.
Product questions & answers (FAQ)
How is Castrol Techniclean AS 62 used?
Use neat in dipping or ultrasonic processes, or apply manually by spray bottle/brush, then wipe clean and dry.
Does the product need to be diluted?
For the applications described in the product data sheet, the product is used neat (undiluted).
What is it especially good at removing?
It provides excellent solvency for fats and oils and supports fast, low-residue cleaning.
Is it compatible with common materials?
It is compatible with all metallic and most non-metallic substrates; prolonged contact may affect rubber and certain plastics.
Can it be used on electrical equipment?
Not while equipment is operating – the product is not suitable for that use.
