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Liquid 422
Liquid 422
Test Method
Key Properties DROPPER METHOD FOR TOTAL ALKALINITY
• Heavy-duty liquid cleaner for processing multi- 1. Measure 20 mls. of solution using 60 ml. capacity
metals in spray wash systems vial.
• Removes a wide variety of manufacturing 2. Add 3 to 5 drops of Brom Phenol Blue indicator.
processing soils 3. Titrate by adding 2N Sulfuric Acid (H2SO4) dropwise,
• Specifically formulated to clean aluminum but works mixing after each addition. Count the drops required
well for other nonferrous and ferrous metals to change the color from blue to yellow.
• Non-phosphated 4. Total Alkalinity (% by Volume) = Number of Drops X
0.21
Technical Data
Appearance: Clear dark brown liquid BURETTE METHODS
Ph (1% Solution): 11.70
Specific Gravity: 1.290 Total Alkalinity:
Odor: Mild 1. Measure 10 mls. of solution using 25 ml. capacity
Foam: Low, Controlled vial and transfer to flask.
Phosphates: None 2. Add 3 to 5 drops of Brom Phenol Blue indicator.
Silicates: Yes 3. Slowly titrate by adding 0.10N Sulfuric Acid (H2SO4)
using burette. Record the number of mls. of acid
required to change the color from blue to yellow.
Use Instructions 4. Total Alkalinity (% by Volume) = Number of mls. X
Use LIQUID 422 in spray washers at 2-5% by volume. 0.21
Typical contact time is 60-90 seconds, but will vary
based on soil load and spray impingement. Liquid 422
Active Alkalinity:
is used in the temperature range of 110-150°F.
1. Measure 10 mls. of solution using 25 ml. capacity
vial and transfer to flask.
Best Practices:
2. Add 3 to 5 drops of Phenolphthalein indicator.
To avoid foaming, the process water should be
3. Slowly titrate by adding 0.10N Sulfuric Acid (H2SO4)
heated to the minimum recommended operating
using burette. Record the number of mls. of acid
temperature (110°F) prior to product addition. It is best
required to change the color from pink to cloudy
to add LIQUID 422 near the pump intake while the
white.
pump is operating.
4. Active Alkalinity (% by Volume) = Number of mls. X
0.26
For maximizing part cleanliness, LIQUID 422 should be
followed by a clean rinse. In every case, dry quickly to
avoid flash rusting. If the parts are not going to be Product Compatibility
immediately painted, consult your DuBois Safe when used as directed on: aluminum, tin,
Representative for the appropriate rust preventative galvanized, copper, brass, iron, steel, cast iron,
to meet your corrosion protection requirements. stainless steel and nickel.
DuBois Corporate Office • 3630 East Kemper Road Sharonville, OH 45241-2011 • 800 438 2647
DuBois Canada • 1 First Canadian Place, 100 King Street West, Suite 1602, Toronto, ON, M5X 1G5 • 866 861 3603
www.duboischemicals.com
7/18/2019
Liquid 422
Precautions
KEEP OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN. Please refer to
the label and Material Safety Data information for all
warnings, recommendations for safety equipment,
and other regulatory information. Copies of the
Material Safety Data information can be ordered by
calling 800 438 2647.
Disposal
Please refer to the Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)
for instructions regarding proper disposal of this
product. LIQUID 422, like all industrial solutions, may
require some treatment before discharge. In addition
to waste treatment chemicals, DuBois offers full
service disposal and compliance consultation.
Information is available from your DuBois
Representative.
DuBois Corporate Office • 3630 East Kemper Road Sharonville, OH 45241-2011 • 800 438 2647
DuBois Canada • 1 First Canadian Place, 100 King Street West, Suite 1602, Toronto, ON, M5X 1G5 • 866 861 3603
www.duboischemicals.com
7/18/2019