MS-255/257 Surface PrepClean™ | Wax and Grease Remover
Specifically Formulated Hydrocarbon Solvent, Low Surface Tension For Better Cleaning
MS-255/257 Surface PrepClean™ Wax and Grease Remover is a strong hydrocarbon solvent cleaning agent designed to clean surfaces prior to applying fluorinated lubricants like Krytox. New, unlubricated components and bearings are typically coated with hydrocarbon-based rust preventative oils to prevent corrosion during storage. Prior to lubricating components and bearings with fluorinated lubricants, it is important to remove these preservatives, because standard rust preventative materials will lower adhesion and reduce the effectiveness of fluorinated oils and greases.
MS-255/257 Surface PrepClean™ Wax and Grease Remover can also be used to clean surfaces like PCBs, prior to applying Conformal Coating like our Silicone MS-460H/MS-462H, Acrylic MS-465C/MS-467C, MS-475C/MS-477C, and Urethane MS-470C/MS-472C. Also great for cleaning surfaces prior to applying adhesives.
Ideally suited as a wax and grease remover, MS255/257 is also effective in removing difficult soils like heavy oils,and other contaminants. It is an excellent replacement for nPB, HCFC-225, 1,1,1-trichloroethane (1,1,1-TCA) and hydrochlorofluorocarbons (HCFCs) in many applications. MS-257 can be used in vapor degreasing equipment. Please click here for Technical Assistance. For removal of Krytox PFPE, Fluorinated based lubricants, please see our PFPE RE-Move MS-250 Lubricant Remover.
Advantages of MS-255/257 Wax & Grease Remover:
- Designed to remove a wide range of soils
- Evaporates quickly
- Low surface tension
- Leaves no residue
- Nonflammable
- Compatible with most plastics, elastomers and
metals - Chemically and thermally stable
- Non-ozone-depleting
- RoHS Compliant
Available Sizes:
MS-255 Surface PrepClean™ (12 oz Aerosol)
MS-255M Surface PrepClean™ (8 oz Aerosol)
MS-257 Surface PrepClean™ (4 oz, 8 oz, Qt, Gal, 5G, 55G)
Wax and Grease Remover Physical Properties:
(Measured @ 77°F, unless otherwise noted)
Boiling Point……………..………………………….…100°F/38°C
Liquid Density…………………………………..…………1.33 g/cc
Vapor Pressure………………………………..………..460 mmHg
Surface tension………………………………………..16.1 dyn/cm
Viscosity……………………………………………………0.49 cPs
Ozone Depletion……………………………………………….0.00
VOC Content
Aerosol………………… …………………………………532 gms/l
Bulk Liquid…………………. ……………………………665 gms/l
Plastic Compatibility:
(Immersion: 15 minutes at Room Temperature)
Polyethylene………. Acetal
Polyvinylchloride………. Epoxy
Polyester, PET, PBT………. Liquid Crystal Polymer
Polyimide, PI, PEI, PAI………. Phenolic
Polyetherketone, PEK………. PTFE, ETFE
Polyaryletherketone, PEEK………. Chlorinated PVC
Polyarylsulfone, PAS………. Ionomer
Polypropylene………. Polysulfone PSO
Polyphenylene Sulfide, PPS
NOTE: Acrylic, ABS, and polycarbonate, if under stress, may show slight cracking or crazing damage. Test for compatibility before MS-255/257 Wax and Grease Remover before use.
Elastomer Compatibility:
(Immersion: 15 mins at Room Temperature)
· Butyl N, NBR, Nitrile | · Natural Rubber, Isoprene |
· Polysulfide | · EPDM, EPM |
· Buna S, SBR, GRS | · Butyl Rubber, IIR |
· Neoprene | · Urethane |
· Chlorosulfonated PE | · Silicone |
· Viton™ |
Metal Compatibility
MS-255 and MS-257 were found compatible with aluminum, copper, zinc, carbon steel, and stainless steel. Contact with highly basic process materials, pH 10 or above is not recommended.
Note: Test for compatibility before MS-255/257 Wax and Grease Remover before use.
Why Choose Miller-Stephenson Solvents?
Not all industrial cleaners have kept pace with the increasing demands for purity and regulatory restrictions in high technology industries. Miller-Stephenson’s MS-255/257 Wax and Grease Remover utilizes the most advanced, safest, and eco-friendly chemistry currently available. As electronic systems have become smaller and more complex, chemical purity has become even more critical. Today’s electronic components run hotter, are smaller and more complex than ever before. This creates situations where dendritic expansion or corrosion can proliferate if the cleaning is not perfect. Miller-Stephenson offers ultra-high-purity, non-flammable, and high cleaning efficiency solvents for a variety of industries and specifications. We offer VOC exempt and low or no GWP based solvent systems to meet all current and future regulatory specifications. From Electronic, Aerospace, and Military to Vapor Degreasing applications, Miller-Stephenson has the right solution for your specific application and requirements.
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