Here are some tips for your cleaning job: You can find some glass jar and put your parts in it with detergent and then drop them in the ultrasonic tank full of clean water. In this way:1. You can save your detergent 2.Clean faster 3. You don't need to clean dirty ultrasonic tank.
@ghostses3 жыл бұрын
Good tips Michael! Take care, G.
@bain58729 жыл бұрын
I don't have this model but I do have one of these. I've used it on almost anything you can think of including small engine parts. I agree with what you demonstrate here....they work wonders given enough time. I once had a deep sea reel in for repair. It was rusted solid including all bearings. I dumped it in the cleaner and in under an hour it was unlocked and ready for disassembly. I return this reel to service without replacing a single roller bearing thanks to the cleaners ability to break lose rust from hard to get to places without causing scratches. A great thing to have. Great price too!
@ghostses9 жыл бұрын
That's right Bain- time is all it takes. I don't mind it taking as much as it might if I'm not standing over a sink for hours with an aching back and a face full of chemical...lol. I've been throwing in parts and doing other things while they clean. It's like having a helper. Good story on the reel. It's a testament to them getting into all the nooks and cleaning out the garbage. I now want one as big as a house....lol. Take care, G.
@jcuvier1354 жыл бұрын
Thanks for posting this. I had started to believe that I was just imagining that this thing actually did something more than make a buzzing sound, but my little one really does seem to be effective. Glad to know it's not just wishful thinking on my part!
@ghostses4 жыл бұрын
LOL! Thanks Jerry. Good luck, G.
@kirbylane94518 жыл бұрын
bought the same unit recently. I absolutely love it. I use it for carburetors. I just rebuilt an Italian atlas carb, can't find a new one. its paid for itself on that carb alone. I tried carb cleaner and wire, but NOTHING cleaned it like this cleaner. worked wonders on my small outboard carb as well. I use four 8 min. cycles with Pinesol and hot water. definitely worth the money.
@ghostses8 жыл бұрын
That's cool Kirby! I love mine as well. I too have used it for small carbs (among tons of other stuff) and it simply works great. Much better than my old way of carb cleaner and wire- like you stated. I need to get some Pinesol to try out since I've heard it works great. Agreed, it's worth every penny! I really want to get a bigger one so I can do larger parts. Mine's rolling up on 2yrs old and the only problem I've had is the basket is getting brittle and falling apart. New ones can be had on Amazon for little cash. If/when yours starts breaking up, look through the comments and you will find a reference to a better style replacement- either plastic or stainless steel. Take care, G.
@MRrwmac9 жыл бұрын
As always, good review and demo! Those engine parts came out better than I would have expected. Never would have thought of using them on engine parts. Thanks for sharing.
@ghostses9 жыл бұрын
Thanks Mac! I've now cleaned many parts, bolts, nuts, etc. The bigger stuff is what I'm down to now and it's not fun cleaning the old school way for sure. I want a bigger one already. Anything you can think of can be cleaned with one. It's just a matter of using the right chemical for the job. They work great for sure. Take care, G.
@durlydurl9 жыл бұрын
***** Thanks for this. I have the smaller HF model and it works well also. Regarding cleaning large stuff, if you don't already know about it, look into electrolysis (for rust removal, not the hair-removal method). It's simple, uses a battery trickle charger, water, and washing soda (sodium carbonate). Here's a basic vid: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/a5pxd8hzm7yVooU.html What the vid doesn't tell you is that electrolysis removes or at least loosens almost anything (not just rust) that is stuck to iron-based metal, including paint. Also, the process is not actually removing rust (although some of it does separate), but rather restores the steel or iron on a molecular level by separating the oxide part of iron oxide, leaving just iron. I've used it many times with great results! Only use it on ferrous metals though. Stainless steel is a no-no, as electrolysis liberates chromium, which is a heavy metal. Sorry this is long. Hope it helps!
@ghostses9 жыл бұрын
durlydurl No problem! Glad to hear the smaller model works well. Thanks for the rest of the info, I'm sure it well help others out as well. I am familiar with electrolysis, and do know it's quite effective, but have never used the method personally. What's funny is I could have used it plenty to date, and have everything needed down to the washing soda...lol. Take care and good luck, G.
@durlydurl9 жыл бұрын
Always my pleasure to share info. It's what's great about KZfaq! Instead of washing soda, baking soda works almost as well. I've since found out that the washing soda can be made by putting an amount of baking soda in the oven @ 300 deg F. for 15 mins or so. But I bought the washing soda at my local Ace Hardware store (arm & hammer). Best wishes.
@ghostses9 жыл бұрын
durlydurl I agree! This site is great. I used to have to go to the library, randomly call people, or drive to businesses to pick brains. Now I just move to the computer and- done! Good info on the baking soda. You've jogged my memory. When I read washing soda and Ace Hardware- it dawned on me I actually have a box. I can't remember why I even bought it- but that's where I got it...lol. I know I have looked into electrolysis- which may be the reason I have it- I can't think of any other reason I would have picked some up...lol. G.
@geraldgarlinghouse33635 жыл бұрын
i use mine for pistol parts that i can't normally get to without complete disasembaly of the pistol, i just make sure to dry it well with compressed air afterwards and a good oiling and i can get every little nook and cranny that i can't normally even reach. it does a great job.
@ghostses5 жыл бұрын
That's cool Gerald. Take care, G.
@sfcd47573 жыл бұрын
what cleaning solution did you use for the pistol?
@fjones19146 жыл бұрын
Use this model at work on screws and bolts and they come out looking like new with enough time in the tank. Thinking about buying one for home use to clean jewelry and watch bracelets.
@ghostses6 жыл бұрын
That's cool. I do use it for jewelry from time to time and it works great. I fill it with water, then use a glass jar with whatever solution for the cleaning and put the jar in the tank. It's a good way to save on solution. Good luck, G.
@lonnieclemens16145 жыл бұрын
Good review! Bought this same model at Harbor Freight yesterday for $80.00. It is for cleaning eye glasses.
@ghostses5 жыл бұрын
Thanks Lonnie! Hope it works out well for you. Take care, G.
@Jim-oo7dk2 жыл бұрын
Walmart still sells this exact cleaner after tax for $73 dollars. Good value in 2022. Does a good job, took 40 minutes to get some .45 acp brass real clean. Heats up well. Don't run it for more than 30 minutes without at least a 5 minute rest. Didn't use the basket as the manual says it cuts effectiveness by 30% to have that plastic basket in there. 90% of primer pockets were perfect. Within 5% as good as pins, but then they run there's 3 hours, not 40 minutes. I'm going to finish up with a tumble in walnut, then a tumble in corncob. Pretty darn good. I thought I kept my brass pretty clean. Not even close. That ultrasonic turned the water black after 32 minutes. I did the last 8 minute cycle with fresh cleaner. Easily holds 200 45 acp, 300 9mm. That's not maxed out.
@ghostses2 жыл бұрын
Good info Jim! Glad it's working out for you and your purposes. Take care, G.
@FIGHTTHECABLE7 жыл бұрын
Take note: plastic basket will reduce the ultra sonic effect by 20%, a steel basket 8%.
@ghostses7 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the tip! G.
@GodsMan5004 жыл бұрын
That's an excellent point, FIGHTTHECABLE. I wouldn't have thought of that, and it makes a lot of sense.
@MythicSageV24 жыл бұрын
If you use a metal basket make sure its made of round wire. If you use any flat baskets it absorbs the energy instead of reflecting it. The goal of ultrasonic cleaners is to focus as much of the cavitation energy to the surface of the parts in the bath as possible.
@jnfamiani2 жыл бұрын
Plastic basket will also melt when using mineral spirits :)
@jim39222 ай бұрын
Wonder if using a glass jar, as suggested in another comment, with no basket would be better.
@richardprevo1438 жыл бұрын
I have the exact same unit and I use to clean my pistol brass for reloading it works fantastic I use the Hornady cleaning solution and my brass comes out spotless after a few Cycles no you can't put hundreds of pieces of brass in there about 50 at at one time is the most you can do
@ghostses8 жыл бұрын
That's cool Richard! I know folks use these, or tumblers to clean their brass. I do have a HF vibratory tumbler for deburring parts I machine. It's loud, but works pretty good. I've looked into reloading, but I don't shoot enough to justify the cost. Meaning, I was entertaining a progressive press, etc. I give what little brass I acquire to a friends father-in-law so they don't go to waste. That aside, it's a great little cleaner and works well- especially for what I paid! Take care, G.
@Blue-balls Жыл бұрын
I was thinking about getting one of these but I wanted to watch a video to see if it would fit accommodate small carburetors….. the first the thing he said it would be good for is small carburetors … legend.
@ghostses Жыл бұрын
Yes, it's great for that. Take care, G.
@WatchRichRebuildsChannel5 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the video
@ghostses5 жыл бұрын
No problem! G.
@BoxcarJerry9 жыл бұрын
Looks like it may clean up router bits pretty easy if its cleaning those engine parts that well .
@ghostses9 жыл бұрын
I would agree Jerry! I've just "really" started using it and I already want a bigger one...lol. They're tons of things that can be cleaned with a simple push of a button. Good luck, G.
@macdude35858 жыл бұрын
when u get it open the screen were the numbers are displayed and put some silicone in case a splash you are safe!
@ghostses8 жыл бұрын
+Mod Mike Good idea Mike! Take care, G.
@dirkjeanis79018 жыл бұрын
Shorten your hanging wires so that the basket is not on the bottom of the tank. This will increase the efficiency and longevity of the unit.
@ghostses8 жыл бұрын
Good tip Dirk! Thanks for the info, G.
@tomasinacovell42935 жыл бұрын
@@ghostses I.e. you can't allow acoustic coupling near the piezoelectric transducers.
@ghostses5 жыл бұрын
Thanks! Makes perfect sense. Take care, G.
@jim39222 ай бұрын
Thanks for the demo! I was thinking about using this on all the old hand tools I’ve inherited. Do you think it would affect the rubber grips?
@ghostses2 ай бұрын
I think it would more depend on the chemical that you choose over the ultrasonic aspects of it. Start with Dawn ultra dish soap, then go from there. Hope this helps, G.
@ralphhross5 жыл бұрын
Great review and video. I got one on Amazon for $90. It is identical with different name. One thing I don't like is that the heater stays on when the timer shuts the unit off. However the heater will go up to 147 degrees and stop on its own so that's sort of okay. I didn't find it cleaned very well, I wanted to see more vibration in the water. I think it is just a little better than soaking the parts in hot water with a cleaning solution. I wanted to like it but just was not as good as it should be for the price.
@ghostses5 жыл бұрын
Thanks Ralph! It could be better for sure. Overall I'm satisfied with mine, but would like a bigger one though. Good luck, G.
@hpurey7 жыл бұрын
All reviews are better when there is a beer on camera. :-)
@ghostses7 жыл бұрын
That's the way I roll H!...lol. Take care, G.
@Randy_843 жыл бұрын
@@ghostses so mine keeps shutting off for no reason. Have you had this issue? It's also brand new.
@axelec5 жыл бұрын
Use the lid it will hold the heat in the cleaning solution and make you thermostat last longer
@ghostses5 жыл бұрын
Good tip! G.
@julanesoares37443 жыл бұрын
Can you clean painted wooden fishing lures with rusty hooks? Would the paint come off?
@ghostses3 жыл бұрын
I wouldn't know Julane. Good luck, G.
@phayzyre10528 жыл бұрын
I have the Harbor Freight single use ultrasonic cleaner I purchased for around $20; all I use it for is to clean my airbrushes and my wife's jewelry. I've been using it for probably 7 years now and it still works great! The one you have is nice but if you're on a budget the $20 one works good as well.
@ghostses8 жыл бұрын
+Phayzyre105 Good info on the smaller unit! Thanks for the post, G.
@BackyardWoodworking9 жыл бұрын
Hey G That cleaner seems to work well. It might be good for drill bits and 7 1/4" saw blades. It would clean the gunk of them when you cut PT wood. Thanks G. Roland
@ghostses9 жыл бұрын
It works really good Roland! Anything that can be fit can be cleaned with no effort. You could clean bladed in it for sure. You might have to turn it a time or two and run another cycle- but no big deal. G.
@pauljohnson-yk5dq7 жыл бұрын
How do you dump the cleaning fluid after you're done? I usually just pour the cleaner out. But I notice there's a gap at the top of the tank into the plastic housing. By pouring the cleaner out, I speculate some of the liquid will get inside the gap and eventually corrode whatever is inside. What do you think?
@ghostses7 жыл бұрын
Paul, I pour off the back left corner. I know exactly the gap you're speaking of. I don't know if there is a seal in there or not, but I've been doing it since new and it still works great. Hope this helps, G.
@joecruz1963 жыл бұрын
What type of cleaning solutions do you use and mix ratios???
@ghostses3 жыл бұрын
Joe, I use Simple Green and Purple Power with a 50/50 mix. Take care, G.
@dressedtosmellgood2 жыл бұрын
how do these work on rust? i was thinking of getting one for cleaning rusty screws etc.
@ghostses2 жыл бұрын
Mark, I would say its effectiveness is dependent on what is being cleaned and what chemical is being used. I've never used a rust removing product in it, so I can't say either way. Good luck, G.
@InTheDogHouse3DPrinting8 жыл бұрын
A word of caution to all who use an ultrasonic cleaner. NEVER run them without any kind of liquid in them. It will damage them. I use a wire brush on a grinder to clean the remains of the carbon on the valves.
@ghostses8 жыл бұрын
+RakinBill Great tip! Thanks and take care, G.
@flyndrive9 жыл бұрын
A wire hanger works great to make handles out of.
@ghostses9 жыл бұрын
A hanger would be better than what I used for sure! Thanks for the suggestion, G.
@gorp274 жыл бұрын
The 20 or 25% coupons can no longer be used on these, read the fine print on the coupons.
@ghostses4 жыл бұрын
I know they're getting strict on the coupons these days. Thanks for the info, G.
@bobjimenez44646 жыл бұрын
wonder how filling the tank with steel shot and simple green would work for removing the carbon deposits. An ultrasonic shot blasting tumbler....lol
@ghostses6 жыл бұрын
I don't think it's that powerful- but it would be fun to try. G.
@HorsepowerHouse5 жыл бұрын
Would you use SG to clean carbon if all you had was a brush (Heck no.) There's your answer... You still should use whatever solution you would normally use. US baths just do a better job of getting into tiny nooks and whatnot that a regular brush may not.
@northcountryflyers4 жыл бұрын
Can you clean coins that I find from my metal detector?
@ghostses4 жыл бұрын
I don't see why it wouldn't work Brenda. Just use the proper cleaner for what you're trying to achieve. Good luck, G.
@shannonbrooks88343 ай бұрын
I use Dawn dishwashing liquid. Dawn does take grease out of your way😊
@ghostses3 ай бұрын
Depending on what I'm cleaning- I do too. Take care, G.
@larryrobinson74927 жыл бұрын
thinking of using this for small carburetors, Would it hurt to use a parts washer solvent in it? Especially for something steel to be less corrosive?
@ghostses7 жыл бұрын
I really don't know the answer to your question Larry. I can say I have good luck using Dawn dish soap or Simple Green for my small carb cleaning. Perhaps someone else will chime in with a more directed answer. Good luck, G.
@larryrobinson74927 жыл бұрын
Simple Green is good stuff I use it all the time.
@ghostses7 жыл бұрын
That is is Larry! I also use Purple Power for some things- but on nothing aluminum. It's another great product. G.
@larryrobinson74927 жыл бұрын
Yep. I get the Purple by the gallon at Walmart. Seems to work just as good.
@ghostses7 жыл бұрын
Good deal! G.
@curlyfits3 жыл бұрын
How many kilohertz/frequencies does this machine have? I’ve heard that the more, the better; and that 40 kilohertz should be the minimum.
@ghostses3 жыл бұрын
I don't know. Download the manual to see if give those specs. Take care, G.
@curlyfits3 жыл бұрын
@@ghostses 👍
@hussainhadi34808 жыл бұрын
i will use to clean my metal dys with Acetone please suggest it will OK
@ghostses8 жыл бұрын
+hussain hadi I really don't know. G.
@Lanninglongarmmowing9 жыл бұрын
Is this harbor freight small one or large one? I think they sell two sizes.
@ghostses9 жыл бұрын
It's the larger one of the two. I now want a bigger one for larger parts since I now know how well they work....lol. G.
@Lanninglongarmmowing9 жыл бұрын
Haha. Thanks.
@DarkLinkAD8 жыл бұрын
What will this do with cloth material??
@ghostses8 жыл бұрын
+DarkLinkAD I've never tried it, but I see no reason it would cause any damage. Good luck, G.
@genkill36173 жыл бұрын
Bwahahaha... It looks exactly like the Lyman Turbo Sonic.
@ghostses3 жыл бұрын
It sure does. Not sure if the electronics are the same, but I wouldn't be surprised if they came out of the same factory.
@CushionOfWealth8 жыл бұрын
1:40 That's why it was so cheap, for you to buy.
@ghostses8 жыл бұрын
+CushionOfWealth I made the wire handles for the basket, so them coming off was my fault. G.
@CushionOfWealth8 жыл бұрын
Dear *****, Don't panic, I'm not your Mother. Being perfect all the time isn't necessary nor desirable. I'm sure your purchase and modification were the very best thing for you; you've certainly shown by this video that you're happy with the item. I'm (everyone's) happy that you did the video and shared your experience. . I had NEVER before realised that such a device existed, I had a preliminary view of one at a "new home", where one was installed to clean vegetables, dishes and other metallic items. . I don't know if I'll buy one, I don't use my kitchen all that much. . Have A Good Week. . Cheers. C.
@ghostses8 жыл бұрын
+CushionOfWealth Oh, I wont! I only have one and she's the best one could ask for. The explanation was to convey the cheapness you referenced was not a shortcoming of the cleaner- but rather one of mine. It does work well for what it is, and what it cost. I'd not considered using one in the kitchen for various things. I use mine to clean greasy parts in my shop. I'd probably best get a new one for kitchen use, or the veggies and flatware might taste like a dirty car engine...lol. Take care, G.
@jenziie_olivia13849 жыл бұрын
I own that
@ghostses9 жыл бұрын
Jenalin Balela That's cool! I really like it. G.
@jenziie_olivia13849 жыл бұрын
what solution did you use
@ghostses9 жыл бұрын
Jenalin Balela For these parts, I used Purple Power at about a 3:1 ratio. Purple Power is a great cleaner/degreaser. I also use Simple Green from time to time. I guess it all depends on what you're cleaning as to what you might choose to use. Hope this helps, G.
@Nick_P_8 жыл бұрын
+ghostses If mainly firearms parts, jewerly what would you recommend. So far am hearing Simple Green Pro HD is good. Simple Green also has an Aircraft one but more expensive. Let me know what you recommend. Thanks.
@ghostses8 жыл бұрын
+Nick Patel Nick, for jewelry I use a 50/50 mix of standard Simple Green and water. I also use this mix for most things. The bottle claims 1:10 for heavy cleaning, and 1:30 for light cleaning, but I'm an over achiever...lol. I've not cleaned any of my firearms since purchasing this, but I would probably start out using the same mix to see how well it worked. I have some SG HD but have not used it for much yet, nor have read any warnings on what it might damage. The standard Purple Power should not be used on aluminum. They have an aluminum safe product, but have never used it. I didn't know SG had an aircraft version, but don't think it would be required for anything I would clean. For my firearms, I would clean the parts using the heater function, rinse them with hot water, blow them off with compressed air, and immediately oil them down. I haven't used any of mine for a couple of years but am anal about how clean they are. This will be my method next time and should save me tons of time and swabs...lol. Not necessarily recommendations, just the way I would attack it for myself. But either way, hope it helps. Good luck, G.
@alexfarrar53896 жыл бұрын
sure that's not a deep fryer..😉
@ghostses6 жыл бұрын
It will burn your fingers when the heater is on! G.
@jasonbeaulieu49795 жыл бұрын
You can't use coupons on these.
@ghostses5 жыл бұрын
Maybe they've changed things over the years. G.
@highwaydvl79634 жыл бұрын
@@ghostses I just bought one on-line last weekend and it took it.
@ghostses4 жыл бұрын
That's cool! Good luck, G.
@eyeonart68655 жыл бұрын
To much money to need to repair or make things.
@ghostses5 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the post, G.
@eyeonart68655 жыл бұрын
Do not do dentures in a hot bath.
@ghostses5 жыл бұрын
Good tip! G.
@jeffmullinix79168 жыл бұрын
Looks like it didnt work to well .
@ghostses8 жыл бұрын
+Jeff Mullinix The dog bones went in super nasty and came out super clean so I would say it works extremely well. If you're referring to the carbon on the valves- chem-dip would be my preferred product- but not used in the cleaner. Not much of anything else will touch carbon. G.
@rushmore1205 жыл бұрын
Set it n forget it....LOL
@ghostses5 жыл бұрын
That's right! I guess one could fashion a rotisserie to it. You could cook and clean parts at the same time!!! G.
@CVD-di1xn8 жыл бұрын
Nothing will dissolve carbon. That's why carbon 14 dating works.
@ghostses8 жыл бұрын
+VHO TECH LOL!!! Take a carbon motor brush and leave it in some Berryman Chem-Dip and see what you get. Funny if we couldn't remove carbon buildup, every internal combustion engine and every firearm out there could never be clean again. G.
@waynerush52106 жыл бұрын
Why they call it carbon 14 and not simply carbon.
@mrhellotherehowareu13846 жыл бұрын
That's the mass. Guess we know who failed chemistry here.