Techniclean M XBB
Castrol Techniclean M XBB is a liquid, mildly alkaline, medium to heavy duty machine tool and system cleaner. The product is formulated without boron and formaldehyde releasing agents and is based on powerful low foaming surfactants and emulsifiers.
Application
- Specifically formulated to remove a wide variety of machine tool and system contaminants in water-based metalworking machines and systems.
- Designed to deal with fatty build-up in pipelines and floor ducts.
- Easy to use with minimum disruption to production, as it is added directly to the coolant system whilst it is still in operation.
Conditions of Use
- A recommended addition of 2–3 % Techniclean M XBB, depending on the general condition of the coolant system.
- Introduce Techniclean M XBB where there is good coolant movement, e.g. immediately beyond the pump outflow back to the main settling tank, or directly into a velocity trench or floor return channel to ensure complete mixing.
- Add Techniclean M XBB 24 hours before the coolant is scheduled to be discarded. The machine tools should then be operated normally for a minimum of eight hours.
- Machine tools which are not wetted by the emulsion may be cleaned manually using a 2–3 % dilution of Techniclean M XBB.
- After this circulation period (maximum 48 hours), empty the entire coolant system and machines and dispose of the coolant according to normal procedures. Remove chips and check screens and return channels.
- Rinsing with a fresh coolant at about 1 % concentration is recommended.
FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions
Can Techniclean M XBB be added while machines are running?
Yes, it is designed to be added directly to the coolant system whilst machines are operating, minimising downtime.
What type of contamination does it remove?
It removes a wide variety of system contaminants, including fatty build-up in pipelines and floor ducts in water-based metalworking systems.
What is the typical concentration range?
A concentration of 2–3 % is recommended, depending on the general condition and contamination level of the system.
Is a rinse step required after cleaning?
Yes, rinsing with fresh coolant at around 1 % concentration is recommended after the system has been drained.
Is it compatible with common water-mixable coolants?
Yes, it is low foaming and compatible with Castrol’s
