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ACETONE 5 GALLONS -

Part #: CAC18

Specifications

This 5-gallon Acetone solvent, model number CAC18, is a high-purity, technical-grade chemical compound designed for robust industrial and commercial applications. It presents as a clear, colorless liquid with a characteristic sweet odor. With a chemical formula of C?H?O, it is also known as Propan-2-one or Dimethyl Ketone. This product weighs 24 lbs and has compact dimensions of 1 x 1 x 1 inches for efficient storage.

Key technical specifications include:

  • Chemical Formula: C?H?O
  • Purity: Typically 99.5% or higher
  • Boiling Point: 56°C (132.8°F)
  • Melting Point: -94.9°C (-138.8°F)
  • Density: Approximately 0.79 g/cm³ at 20°C
  • Solubility: Fully miscible with water, alcohols, and most organic solvents
  • Evaporation Rate: Fast
  • Model Number: CAC18
  • Weight: 24 lbs
  • Dimensions: 1 x 1 x 1 inches

Key Features

The ACETONE 5 GALLONS offers powerful solvency and fast evaporation, making it an indispensable tool for various tasks. This high-purity acetone quickly dissolves a broad spectrum of organic compounds, including resins, fats, oils, waxes, and many plastics. Its inherent miscibility with water allows for easy cleanup and rinsing. As a Volatile Organic Compound (VOC)-exempt solvent in the United States, it provides an effective yet compliant cleaning option.

Applications

This industrial-grade 5-gallon acetone is widely utilized across numerous sectors for its strong solvent properties.

  • Industrial Cleaning and Degreasing: Effectively removes heavy oil, grease, and grime from metal parts, machinery, and equipment, ensuring thorough cleanliness in manufacturing and repair processes.
  • Paint, Coating, and Resin Thinner/Remover: Acts as a reliable thinner for oil-based paints, lacquers, varnishes, and polyester resins, while also serving as an efficient remover for dried latex paint, uncured lacquers, epoxy resins, and fiberglass resins.
  • Adhesive Cleanup: Dissolves and removes various adhesive residues, including superglue and epoxy, from tools and surfaces.
  • Surface Preparation: Ideal for preparing surfaces by removing waxes and contaminants, ensuring optimal adhesion prior to bonding, painting, or repair.
  • Laboratory Solvent: Essential for cleaning glassware, dissolving organic compounds, and facilitating extractions in laboratory settings.

Benefits

Leverage the distinct advantages of ACETONE 5 GALLONS for superior results and operational efficiency.

  • Efficient Cleaning Power: Rapidly penetrates and dissolves tough contaminants, including stubborn grease, oils, paints, and resins, significantly reducing cleaning time and effort.
  • Quick Drying, Residue-Free Finish: Its fast evaporation rate ensures surfaces dry quickly without leaving behind unwanted film or residue, preparing them promptly for subsequent steps.
  • Versatile Performance: Addresses a wide array of solvent needs, from heavy-duty degreasing to precise surface preparation, making it a valuable asset across diverse industrial and DIY applications.
  • Enhanced Surface Adhesion: By thoroughly cleaning and degreasing surfaces, it promotes stronger adhesion for paints, coatings, and adhesives, contributing to the longevity and quality of finished products.
  • VOC-Exempt Solution: Provides an effective cleaning and thinning solution that meets VOC-exempt criteria in the United States, supporting environmental compliance.

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  • Model: 224665
  • Shipping Weight: 24lbs
  • UPC: 030192018309
  • Manufacturers Part #: CAC18
  • Also Known As: KLE-CAC18

This product was added to our catalog on Friday 23 October, 2015.