ULTIMATE TIPS For Using An Ultrasonic Cleaner (Must Try)

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4 жыл бұрын

Ultrasonic cleaners are the #1 way to clean carburetors, tools, small engine parts, automotive parts, jewellery, eye glasses, coins, dentures, hair brushes, combs, medical or dental equipment, gun parts and so much more. You too can clean your parts like a professional!!
How does an ultra sonic cleaner work? It converts energy into high frequency sound waves which are sent through a tank of liquid creating a cleaning action called cavitation. The sound waves create tiny bubbles that rapidly increase in size and burst giving off masses of energy against the surface of the components being cleaned. This is ultrasonic energy.
What type of solutions to use? There are many solutions to use including water, dawn dish soap, professional cleaners, but stay tuned for my personal favorite.
Reminder to make sure you’re using the cleaner in a well vented area if you’re using a corrosive substance.
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@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 4 жыл бұрын

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@FourSeasonsNorth4x4 3 жыл бұрын

Many thanks again Steve. Are you doing you tube full time or do you have a shop/‘regular job’ that you do. Best of health and keep pumpin out those videos. 👍👍

@sci-filover7541 3 жыл бұрын

Can I put my baby there?

@GildedFashion 2 жыл бұрын

Hey Steve! What would you suggest as a more affordable cleaner for jewellery? I don't want to pay thousands, it's just for my rings that have intricate designs with lots of nooks and crannies that even Interdental brushes can't get to - but I also don't want to damage the diamond settings or stones etc. Never used one before, so not sure if I need to buy a special solution for them too? Thank you for your advice!

@anthonynagy8791 Жыл бұрын

@@GildedFashion Liquid dishwashing detergent and water works well.

@charlesroberts3910 Жыл бұрын

I hate to break glass too I always buy or recycle plastic also

@calvinhobbes7504 3 жыл бұрын

Hello Steve ... I love your channel, thanks for all the great advice. I do have a small hint about this video. Your explanation for using an isolating container is spot-on. I've used ultrasonic cleaners for years to clean small parts in the pharmacy industry. When using a beaker or a jar to hold the cleaning solution and the part, it is better if you use a weighted but vented cover to hold the beaker upright and sunken against the basket bottom. If you allow the beaker to float, it might stay in the same orientation the entire cycle and not all parts of your part will be exposed to the cleaning action. Always use the basket and never set the beaker or jar on the floor of the cleaner. Always fill to the fill mark. Always make sure the part in the beaker is below the water line in the cleaner .... and if at all possible, use deionized (distilled) water to fill the cleaner tank. Also I know glass is a no-no in your shop, but glass is the container-of-choice, because a plastic container can flex enough to attenuate some of the ultrasonic signal, whereas glass will allow transit with minimum attenuation. You can tell we had shop SOPs that required this stuff, but I'm only offering here just to help out. :)

@michaelclean771 3 жыл бұрын

You are right on the spot.

@wrongfullyaccused7139 2 жыл бұрын

Calvin: Excellent suggestions, especially on the venting idea. I have a question; I have had great difficulty finding information on high quality plastic jars that are truly resistant to gasoline. I received an ultrasonic cleaner as a gift. I want to use this isolation method to clean metal parts. I have easy access to mason jars. My fear is that the metal parts vibrating inside the glass jar during cleaning might cause it to break which would cause a huge mess. Is that a baseless fear? Your input is appreciated.

@bodeine454 2 жыл бұрын

@@wrongfullyaccused7139 I'm wondering the same thing, I'm also wondering how thick of a glass container he's using. Most glass jars are fairly thick, not sure if that would be too thick or if thickness even matters here.

@wrongfullyaccused7139 2 жыл бұрын

@@bodeine454 ;I don't think the thickness would matter that much. I do suspect that if the part being cleaned is heavy enough and sharp enough it might be capable of breaking a glass jar. Fact is I just don't know and that bugs me. My son got me an ultrasonic cleaner for a gift. I will just experiment and learn.

@wrongfullyaccused7139 2 жыл бұрын

@@bodeine454 ; That seems logical. Perhaps you end up with a mess, but it can be cleaned up afterwards. Best of luck. Be blessed and stay safe.

@dusseau13 4 жыл бұрын

I use nitroglycerin, it cleans the whole barn right down to bare Earth, 6" reinforced floor and all. However, I am still looking for the carburetor

@stevehairston9940 4 жыл бұрын

😂😂

@JayHutchG 4 жыл бұрын

@@stevehairston9940 LMAO - Hillarious Always someone who brings us all back to reality with humor.

@stevehairston9940 4 жыл бұрын

@@JayHutchG I wonder how many people read that, but didn't get that it was a joke. 😂

@dusseau13 4 жыл бұрын

@@stevehairston9940 that is okay there won't be enough pieces left to prosecute

@ajames1585 4 жыл бұрын

Here it is in my garden. Come and get it I’m in Brisbane Australia

@thedevilinthecircuit1414 10 ай бұрын

For cleaning really small parts, put them into a stainless steel mesh tea ball. It holds them safely and serves as a built-in strainer when removing the parts from the container. Tea balls are available in many sizes from 1" to around 4" diameter.

@Razzmech-px3gi 6 ай бұрын

I have done this too ! Many times, for watches

@miskers12 2 ай бұрын

I work in a lab where we use sonicators daily. So you fill it up with water, then you put your parts/samples in a small glass container, and the cleaning solution in the container with the parts. I do like the tea strainer idea though.

@CaptainXanax 2 жыл бұрын

As a watchmaker who works with ultrasonic cleaners regularly and also wears glasses, be careful because cleaning your glasses in the ultrasonic can remove coatings from your lenses. Don't ask how I know.

@savoielvis1 Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@SUHABOUT Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@ToolsX3 Жыл бұрын

It can definitely remove or damage the clear coat finish and other finishes from the frame/temple bars. Don't ask...same.

@BruceBoschek 11 ай бұрын

It can also loosen screws to the point that they fall out!

@dwartfarquart9590 10 ай бұрын

Great information thanks

@radioactivelarry 4 жыл бұрын

Had no idea it would work through jars like that. It brings it to another level. Thanks for the great idea.

@knighthawk86855 4 жыл бұрын

I agree.

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 4 жыл бұрын

You're Welcome...

@MrTheHillfolk 4 жыл бұрын

Sound waves don't care bout containers 🤣

@SmallSpoonBrigade 4 жыл бұрын

I agree, but in retrospect, I feel like I should have realized that. Glass conducts sound quite well.

@guardrailbiter 4 жыл бұрын

@@MrTheHillfolk Like honey badgers?

@elioselectric468 4 жыл бұрын

I will be completely honest. When I came across Steve's channel for the first time, I was thinking who is this goofball but after watching several videos, I am now hooked. Steve is very sincere in helping people and is a down to earth regular guy. Thanks for all the helpful tips, new favorite channel!

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 4 жыл бұрын

Thank You...

@FourSeasonsNorth4x4 4 жыл бұрын

Same here!...I thought this is gonna wreck the good name 😉😉 ..but truly he has some great tips and a huge wealth of knowledge in this industry. May I say very helpful personally as my business depends on his business. 👍👍 🍻 Cheers Steve!

@noelkelly7680 4 жыл бұрын

Steve is the bomb 👌👌great info always. Ireland callin

@boatdetective 4 жыл бұрын

Steve is sincere and helpful...but that doesn't mean he is not a goofball!

@1ronhall 3 жыл бұрын

Agreed!!

@donzmilky5961 2 жыл бұрын

I love learning from a real person with no hidden agenda that actually has solid advise and experience. Thanks Steve. U are the mvp on KZfaq right now.

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 2 жыл бұрын

I appreciate that!

@paulweston8184 2 жыл бұрын

You have something brown on your nose.

@garester94501 2 жыл бұрын

I agree. I like your attitude.

@jamestongas3554 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome tip with the plastic containers. Keeps the unit clean and easier to deal with. Thanks for this tip. I actually have a small one that picked up at a garage sale and we'll use your tips.

@doublewide6 4 жыл бұрын

You don't like having glass in your shop, but there are 30 glass beer bottles behind you:)

@billydarley6925 4 жыл бұрын

lol good point.

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 4 жыл бұрын

LOL! Great point, but I don't use those, they just sit there as ornaments....

@charlesmckinley29 4 жыл бұрын

The beer won't be knocked over. That would be alcohol abuse and simply not tolerated!

@ralphrichardson872 4 жыл бұрын

Steve's Small Engine Saloon what about Naptha?

@dansmessygarage6720 4 жыл бұрын

@@StevesSmallEngineSaloon , Those lined up bottles there are Great BB gun targets. Just go to the other side of the garage and see for yourself :-)

@tsdelaney 4 жыл бұрын

I'm considering an ultrasonic cleaner and went to your channel, knowing you probably had something on it. Your tips are brilliant! I wouldn't have thought about the peanut butter jars and I WOULD have been one of those guys that partially filled the machine and paid the price. Keep up the great work!

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 4 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Thank you!

@STBRetired1 Жыл бұрын

I bought a big cleaner like yours several years ago and haven't used it over the past couple years. So, I forgot how to use it. Thanks to your video it gets me up and running and with some new ideas to try. I've got some wheel bearings from my trailer that I want to clean and was considering filling the whole tub with kerosene. But, now, I only have to fill it with water and put the kerosene and bearings in a plastic jar and I'm good to go. Thank God people like you help your fellow man so much with these informative videos.

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon Жыл бұрын

Right on buddy! Thank You...

@amandagardner565 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Steve, awesome video and HUGE appreciation for the information. last year i found an Ultra Sonic cleaner designed for window blinds, the tank is 2.6 metres long, 180mm wide and 400mm deep (102 x 7 x 15 inches), capacity of 180 litres (47 Gallons) it was being used for cleaning gearbox parts and the company were moving (or closing). it has 2 power supplies, with adjustment for amplitude and frequency, and 3 massive transducers in the tank, and it has a separate tank for water and rinse aid, it also has two heating elements that operate on an external power supply. i got it for AUD$150 and was told they paid $4K, the crate of chemicals they gave me were worth 3x what i paid. with your great advice i can now use it for everything that will fit within the 7" wide constraint.

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent!

@AN-kg4ei Жыл бұрын

Great score on that tank!

@pmdoit 4 жыл бұрын

Phenomenal idea Steve. Keep it up I learn something new from you every time you put out a new video.

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 4 жыл бұрын

Thank You...

@doublek5583 3 жыл бұрын

Outstanding video, i purchased a ultrasonic cleaner yesterday, have not tried it yet, due to the concern of the machine getting filthy inside.i have a couple carburetors to clean and some tools, although i have many rhings in the house i need to clean. Thanks to you i now have a solution. Looks like tomorrow i will be eating alot of peanut butter. Rhanks again. Double k

@richardsohn9746 2 жыл бұрын

The best introduction I have seen yet for starting to use my new Ultrasonic cleaner. Thanks Steve!

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 2 жыл бұрын

Wow, thanks!

@BloodBlight 2 жыл бұрын

Just got my cleaner, wasn't sure about the noise it made so went looking for a YT and got this first hit! THANK YOU!!!! You just saved me hours and hours of cleaning!!!

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 2 жыл бұрын

Fantastic!

@dlkline27 4 жыл бұрын

What a great video. I never would have thought of using containers like that. This is one I won't forget the next time I use my ultrasonic cleaner. Thanks Steve!

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 4 жыл бұрын

You are so welcome!

@celli351 Жыл бұрын

Just got an ultrasonic cleaner last week, used it for a couple hours filled at partial level, still works great, but I'm so glad I saw your tip about filling it all the way up to the max fill line before I did this too long and ruined my machine. Thank you!

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon Жыл бұрын

You're Welcome...

@richardgosztyla697 2 жыл бұрын

This is the first video that came up when I wanted to get some info for a cleaner and after watching it, I purchased one immediately. So glad I watched this as it has made cleaning of my airbrushes so much easier. Great video with great info

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 2 жыл бұрын

Thank You...

@GaryNorton_C Жыл бұрын

I'm using it for airbrushes also, what solution are you using. Super Clean (Purple Container) does an OK job but I'm not sure how corrosive that is.

@richardgosztyla697 Жыл бұрын

@@GaryNorton_C, I just use standard acetone. Does the job perfectly

@tonymontana897 2 жыл бұрын

The idea of using a container is Legendary. I have never seen or heard of anyone mention that idea and it totally makes sense. You're The Man Steve !! Greetings from Petrol land, here in Australia lol !

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Mate!

@stevenbauer7744 4 жыл бұрын

It also accelerates the effects of rust removers like evaporust. I put evaporust in jar with the parts to be cleaned and then the jar in the ultrasonic with plain water. I've also used ziploc bags instead of jars.

@gustav901 4 жыл бұрын

How long will the bag survive in the cleaner?

@stevenbauer7744 4 жыл бұрын

@@gustav901 It would depend on the actual bag, I would think. Temperature matters also,. I haven't done any testing to failure.

@NorwayVFX 4 жыл бұрын

I see people in the 3d printing community use mylar bags as they last a lot longer than regular plastic.

@josephbishop3231 4 жыл бұрын

Ziplock bags was what I was thinking about

@jservice6594 4 жыл бұрын

I had to clean a big ball bearing from an autoclave that had 20 years of baked in grease, hard as a rock. I put it in a ziplock bag with gasoline, with that inside another bag of plain water. That was because I was using the ultrasonic cleaner in surgery... late at night when nobody was there to say no. 20 minutes. Worked perfect. This was back in the 70's.

@doncarlton4858 4 жыл бұрын

Best idea for using an ultrasonic cleaner I've ever heard. Steve you're the Einstein of small engine repair!

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 4 жыл бұрын

WOW! Thanks Donny...

@breeze787 Жыл бұрын

I cleaned a whole bunch of bolts washers and nuts in a plastic quart jar filled with vinegar. When I finally got around to checking the rusty bolts out it had been about a whole year. It was messy and I had to dispose of all the rust. But the bolts nuts washers were all beautifully cleaned. I also have a Ultrasonic cleaner for small stuff and I stopped using it for the same reason you talked about having a greasy ultrasonic tub. I've been learning more about Ultrasonic cleaners and thanks to you I'm going to try vinegar in my ultrasonic cleaner. Thanks for all the valuable tips!

@pauljmeyer1 3 жыл бұрын

Wow! I am impressed. This totally fits my needs with no need to muck-out the cleaner's tub, what a beauty!

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 3 жыл бұрын

Right on

@fw1421 4 жыл бұрын

I use my ultrasonic cleaner to clean my airbrushes. I put my parts in a small container (I use a stainless steel dentists containers filled with thinner) and the sonic action transfers . Been using my Heathkit ultrasonic that I built from a kit back in the late 70’s. I’ll have to check out these newer ones.

@MeruAileron 4 жыл бұрын

If you're struggling to find a decent sized jar I found that ziplock bags work just as well.

@gibfear 3 жыл бұрын

Literally just thinking, fill the bath, but put the part eg bike cassette or chain in a zip lock....

@dannynimmo3052 3 жыл бұрын

thanks, i'll try that :)

@RobinRK1962 3 жыл бұрын

...then after pour the cleaner back into it's storage container but through a coffee filter to remove gunk

@JS-qi1ou 3 жыл бұрын

I've been doing that for a few years with my pistol parts. It's been fantastic

@crnext 2 жыл бұрын

I asked this question then immediately saw your comment. (Embarrassed)

@gerrygreen1 Жыл бұрын

Hi Steve, just bought my first cleaner for motorbikebike parts. Love the tips and I think you’ve just saved me some money as well. Thanks very much.

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon Жыл бұрын

You're Welcome...

@tubeDude48 3 жыл бұрын

I have a similar unit, but with 2 dials. 1 for heat, and 1 for time. I rebuild old tube test equipment & old tube radios. It's great for cleaning parts of these devices. Thanks for the tip on using jars!

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 3 жыл бұрын

Very cool!

@restraintnurse 4 жыл бұрын

Great tip Steve , thanks . I need to rebuild a couple carbs and was going to use my ultrasonic cleaner. Better tell them it will remove paint with just plain water.

@johnbell1859 4 жыл бұрын

Steve l recently brought out my old leaf blower that I gave up on about five years back l was going put it in the trash. After watching your videos I cleaned the exhaust outlet adjusted the carburettor It is now running like new thanks great videos . 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿. 🇬🇧.

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 4 жыл бұрын

Right on John! You're Welcome...

@mercnut1 3 жыл бұрын

Who throws your lower in the garbage? Do you do it to the wife also?

@TYMWLTL 3 күн бұрын

Your excellent videos convinced me to buy and try an ultrasonic cleaner. I'm her to say to everyone, DON'T WAIT to get one. They work. I was skeptical about your suggestion or opinion that toilet bowl cleaner worked the best for cleaning. So I did a really controlled test with gasoline, straight vinegar and toilet bowl cleaner with identical parts all dirty to the same degree. All three in same size containers in the same ultrasonic machine at the same time, without heat because of the gasoline. The results were dramatic. The toilet bowl cleaner blew away the vinegar and gasoline in that order. Thank you, thank you and thank you for your straight up speak and efforts to help all of us DYI types.

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 3 күн бұрын

Thank You...and You're Welcome...

@renaissanceman7145 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent idea using plastic jars with a screw top lid. Mine is large enough that half of a vinyl LP fits. I made a motorized shaft that the records slide on tightly and they are spun at about 2.5 RPM. I normally use Simple Green or Pine Sol.

@don7406 4 жыл бұрын

I really like the idea of using gasoline to clean carburetors. It shouldn’t hurt the fragile diaphragms and what nots. Thanks for the tip. Great video.

@AnthemBassMan 4 жыл бұрын

Don Better than how we did it in the 70s/80s. Soak the carbs in gas and just use pieces of wire, bristle brushes, and picks to clean them with our bare hands.

@asdasd-ni8eg 4 жыл бұрын

yeah I'm use to by hands with petrol but i was afraid to use petrol in the ultrasonic cleaner for risk of ignition. but containing it like that sounds great.

@mattmoilanen3813 4 жыл бұрын

@@AnthemBassMan I was a mechanic back then and we used to boil them out in carb cleaner, ya that stuff wasn't toxic at all. Maybe that's why my wife insists I'm dumb?

@AnthemBassMan 4 жыл бұрын

@@mattmoilanen3813 Yep! Then we graduated from straight gas to the 1 gallon cans of Berryman's B12 carb cleaner.

@Hellsong89 4 жыл бұрын

@@mattmoilanen3813 My old work place had interesting setup to clean spray guns. 100 liter barrel half full of acetone, suction pipe to pneumatic liquid pump, from there trough rubber hose to copper pipe made into nozzle that spurt into stainless sink where it was directed back to barrel. First time cleaning the gun my rubber gloves melted, so what "smart guy" does? Takes them off and washes it by hand... After doing 4 color custom paint job and washing the gun several times, i was so drunk from skin contact and gasses i almost fall over. Hellawa hang over next day and pretty sure my IQ drop 20 points after that...

@cliveradvan3414 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Steve, i have just started using my newly delivered 6L ultrasound cleaner and the tip you demonstrated is brilliant. I am surprised the owners manual doesn't suggest the same. And yes way down here in Sydney Australia we call it petrol :)

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 2 жыл бұрын

Right on mate! Thank You...

@tomjonas7384 3 жыл бұрын

I never would’ve thought of doing it that way you have such great information I appreciate it

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 3 жыл бұрын

Any time!

@Breakitjake 4 жыл бұрын

Pinesol hands down best cleaner I've found. Plus the shop smells great

@innercityracer 3 жыл бұрын

Yes, but it needs to be the original stuff. The original is the only one that still contains actual pine gum. The other new fancy flavors are just detergent cleaners and do not work nearly as well.

@johnnygilchrist6960 3 жыл бұрын

I just got my ultrasonic cleaner 2 weeks ago. I bought it specifically for cleaning carburetors. I haven't tried Gasoline yet but I will now after seeing how fast it cleaned that socket. I've been using Simple Green at a very mild 10% solution and it works very well to and smells much better lol. Thanks Steve for your videos and sharing your wealth of knowledge.

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 3 жыл бұрын

You're Welcome...and Thank You...

@SteffanoDucati 2 жыл бұрын

Does the simple green discolor the carb body ... cause it to go darker in color ??

@notlohhcaz 2 жыл бұрын

@@SteffanoDucati try simple green Pro HD. $14 a gallon. Not supposed to effect aluminum

@richardweaver6190 Жыл бұрын

I would hold off on flammable liquids, a flash fire could result.

@dannyatherton8892 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Steve, Now i am retired and we took that big step in life and moved to the countryside to live I now have a life away from those long long hours and days of working to one day have a life, this is we're your videos have helped me no end. I end my day by having a few Irish whisky and a look at your video's regarding what ever my latest project is, Thanks Steve from both me my four legged friends (two rescued ones) And France, peace perfect peace (so quiet I swear you could hear a mouse fart) cheers Steve.

@pamelapluff2102 2 жыл бұрын

Wow Steve ! Thank you for the tip it will go along way. My husband and I. Ar.e locked in now for purchase. You are ON IT ON IT !

@crapshootah 4 жыл бұрын

You are correct, great way to keep the cleaner clean and reduce the cost of solvents. I've worked in several material labs where we needed to use solvents to etch materials, which would harm the stainless tub. We used pyrex beakers, so you only use the amount of solvent you need and you do not damage the cleaner tub. The peanut butter jar concept is great as long as it stays sealed and you aren't using a cleaner that will eat through it. Also some solvents will gas just from the heat of the ultrasonic action and could build up pressure on a sealed container.

@riccardocarbo2479 Жыл бұрын

Aside from heat, the gas can't build up significant pressure because it's not adding gas to itself--it's sealed, right? No? I can see a tad of build up but not more than space the bubbles would occupy. As long as you aren't adding heat!

@Stooge3729 4 жыл бұрын

WOW. Never thought of putting it in separate jars to keep the solution clean

@michaelmoran2059 2 жыл бұрын

I absolutely gave this a like! Great information! Not only great information but explained expertly. Massively appreciated. Thank you very much! New subscriber 👍

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome, thank you!

@Gssmallenginerepair 3 жыл бұрын

I was debating on getting an ultrasonic cleaner, but I was worried about the cleanup. Steve, great tip. Ordering one now. Thx

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 3 жыл бұрын

Hope you enjoy it!

@jasonGreenVw 4 жыл бұрын

I use cooking oil, vinegar for rusty parts, and degreaser. Thank you that was helpful.

@dpyles9396 4 жыл бұрын

I watch HUNDREDS of youtube vids on how to do stuff. This is one of the best tips I've ever seen!!!

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 4 жыл бұрын

WOW! Thank You...

@Damiendrops 3 жыл бұрын

My go-to ultrasonic solution is the pro-grade Simple Green (which, ironically is purple), it has additional surfactants (reduces surface tension) which makes the ultrasonic action more effective

@riccardocarbo2479 Жыл бұрын

Why would deionized water (distilled water) work better, do you know?

@scottguyer Жыл бұрын

@@riccardocarbo2479 deionized and distilled water are 2 totally different kinds of water. For an ultrasound cleaner you'll want to use distilled water

@asusreviews Жыл бұрын

@@scottguyer They are basically the same thing, just different ways of production. Distilled is through distillation. Deionized is through filters. Both should result in pure H2O with no impurities. Only real difference might be the PH level. Deionized is "poor mans" distilled water. As its far less costly to produce than to actually distill.

@anandvs Жыл бұрын

@@scottguyer i presume the goal is to keep the tank clean and free from deposits. deionized/demineralized works just as well. why distilled?

@executive Жыл бұрын

@@asusreviews you have no idea what de-ionized means. if it was filtered , it would be called "filtered".

@wolfpack6262 4 жыл бұрын

Nice tip!!! I'll give it try with jars and sockets. Thank You!

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 4 жыл бұрын

You're Welcome...

@alexmatthews2332 4 жыл бұрын

Steve I really appreciate the info you post online I needed valve lash info on a honda GX270 and your sight poped up!

@firemedicpetro 4 ай бұрын

Level 1000 genius. Best video I’ve seen on ultrasonic cleaners. Thank you!

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 4 ай бұрын

Glad it helped

@markcwynar8023 3 жыл бұрын

Steve, your down to earth , like you're videos , can't wait to get a ultrasonic cleaner , and follow your steps -thank you!

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Thank you!

@ottostasi197 4 жыл бұрын

Great idea ! I must be out of it , didn't know they were so inexpensive ,gotta get one . Thanks again Steve . .

@zebedie2 4 жыл бұрын

"Sea Clean 2" is another one, it comes in concentrate for de-rusting metal I use electrolysis first which turns the red rust black, then ultrasonic cleaning to remove the black magnetite afterwards

@kenshort6088 Жыл бұрын

Hi Steve, nice video and tips. I have a small sonic cleaner that I bought around 20 years ago (from China). The instructions from mine says to INCREASE the ultrasonic cleaning capabilities, remove the basket. My basket is plastic. The unit does not have heat control; just time in 5 minute increments up to 30 minutes. Temperature does go up considerably after the 3rd session. It is still working today, I use it to clean my airbrush and related parts used for painting my models; works great.

@jamesarneson7769 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the great video I just got my first ultrasonic and the way your cleaning stuff sounds excellent and I’ll be doing the exact same thing. Definitely with gas and sealed containers wow perfect!

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 2 жыл бұрын

Right on Jimmy! Thank You...

@nitrosport5 4 жыл бұрын

I've been using simple green and water in mine. Has worked well cleaning small carburetors.

@rogerhupp3115 4 жыл бұрын

ultrasonics create low pressure zones in the liquid, creating cavitation bubbles. The cleaning action comes from the collapse of the cavitation bubble. These things do work awesome. Great demonstration video! Keep the the good work.

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 4 жыл бұрын

Thank You...

@riccardocarbo2479 Жыл бұрын

I don't understand why the bubble would do the cleaning. Isn't it the sound wave that's doing it and the bubbles are a by-product of that? (cavitation). Mine wasn't bubbling any at all and stuff came out clean. I have a 2L.

@pommieMJ 2 жыл бұрын

I've just taken delivery of a new ultrasonic cleaner and this tip is bloody fantastic!! I restore old mountain bikes and there are always heaps of grimy rusty parts. I can just chuck them in a jar and pop it into the cleaner. Different jars with different solutions for different jobs. PERFECT!

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 2 жыл бұрын

Glad it helped!

@bozthescrewup410 Жыл бұрын

Just got my sonic in and this is exactly what I was thinking. Using it to clean resin 3D prints and don’t want to fill the whole vat with alcohol. Great video!

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon Жыл бұрын

Thank You...

@unclemarksdiyauto 4 жыл бұрын

Super simple way to not waste cleaning fluid with this machine! Great tip Steve.

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 4 жыл бұрын

Thank You...

@thomasrasmussen1132 4 жыл бұрын

Great video! Personally I use mostly ziplock bags instead of cans. I've come to understand that thicker plastic jars, or baskets for that matter will absorb more of the energy and reduce efficiency of the cleaner. Stainless beakers also absorb less. A note on detergent and aluminium parts - strong alkaline solutions will dull and etch the surface

@lancemoreland6254 3 жыл бұрын

This is what I do.

@madzonic16 6 ай бұрын

May I ask what cleaning solution is best for anodized aluminum bike parts? Thanks

@thomasrasmussen1132 6 ай бұрын

Most important with anodized aluminium is to keep the liquid slightly acidic, never alkaline/basic as that will ruin the surface. Most detergents are alkaline so either put some citric acid in as well, or use carosene in ziplock bag

@65twoeightynine 2 жыл бұрын

FANTASTIC tips, Steve, and a great video. Thank you!!!

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 2 жыл бұрын

Thank You...and You're Welcome...

@johngardiner6800 Жыл бұрын

Great vid. Steve, just bought one myself and found this very interesting and given me ideas of how to do things. As to the open topped containers you might try putting a couple of holes on opposite sides at the top and putting a stick or similar through said holes and across the tank top so you can run it longer without having to hold it yourself.

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon Жыл бұрын

Great idea

@johnfleff Жыл бұрын

You could use a magnet, huh? Just an idea.

@thomassegiel1976 3 жыл бұрын

Outstanding my friend. Thank you for the amazing tip that not only saves money but saves time. Hats off to you sir.

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 3 жыл бұрын

Glad to help

@bjack8645 3 жыл бұрын

Great idea Steve! I use Simple Green Pro HD (purple in colour) On the bottle it gives a mix ratio for Light, Medium or Heavy duty application. I used it on Motorcycle carbs that had grease caked on them for 38 years and they came out beautiful. It was recommended for aluminum.

@ATR-oj2fj 2 жыл бұрын

That stuff is the best degreaser. I soaked an aluminum engine block in a large tote filled with this stuff and water. It’s non-corrosive and removes all of the burnt oil and makes the aluminum look like new.

@brendonchase9460 26 күн бұрын

Hey Steve, im thinking of getting an ultrasonic cleaner and turned to KZfaq to get an opinion and demo on this product. Steve, yours is the first one i watched, and i can tell you, yours is the last one anyone needs to watch. Thanks steve for your tips, advice, and solution to a dirty reservior. I dont need to watch any other

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 26 күн бұрын

WOW! Thank You...

@gotmilk91 2 жыл бұрын

Aha! For your dentures! The best ultrasonic cleaning tip of the year!

@snapshot4691 3 жыл бұрын

Very nice video Steve. I use my cleaner predominantly for cleaning my bicycle chain about once a month. First I rinse the heavy gummy lube off with paint thinner and then I use Orange Degreaser available at the Dollar Store. (I can not claim this idea as my own as I saw this elsewhere here on YT) But the idea works great for cleaning most dirty grimy greasy items. I could probably use the Orange Degreaser alone in a glass jar but maybe in two different applications to assure that I am removing all the grit present. Thanks again for the container idea Steve.

@Maginel73 3 жыл бұрын

I use Mr. Clean liquid. Just restored an entire drum kit and a lot of tools. Worked like a charm. I re use the solution until it's too dirty.

@sharonmiller8132 2 жыл бұрын

Hey Steve, I really enjoyed your video and now I’m already planning to buy an ultrasonic cleaner, great video👍

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 2 жыл бұрын

Great to hear!

@andrewstambaugh8030 3 жыл бұрын

Also, be warned that you should check a list for what gemstones are ok to put in ultrasonic cleaners. Some are very susceptible to fracture due to frequency. (others are very safe) Additionally, if your gemstone has any post processing cleanups like gap filler or polish, it may take that out. Examples of very safe stones: Diamonds, zirconia Examples of risky stones: Emeralds (gap fillers), Quartz (Huge variance in quality of stones but can be very frequency sensitive and usually have surface treatments)

@stuarthossack7906 4 жыл бұрын

You're smarter than you like us to believe. Nice vid, with a good explanation of cavitation too. Enjoyable as always. Respect from UK. Edit: I suspect that the transducers blow, if you don't fill the cleaner, because there's not enough mass to absorb the ultrasonic energy, the transducer will vibrate more than it should and, un-dampened, will overheat and shake itself to a fault situation.The energy has to go into the water otherwise it has nowhere else to dissipate.

@mp3625 4 жыл бұрын

Great reason why you fill it. Thanks

@doublek5583 3 жыл бұрын

Tested my new sonic cleaner ,using your method of plastic containers, i used kerosene versus gasoline , cleaned up parts from a 1945 pistol. In about 3 minutes the parts came out looking wonderful, another good idea from steves small engine salon, keep up the good work

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 3 жыл бұрын

Right on

@als1023 10 ай бұрын

Brilliant, thanks for posting !

@brianbvachek3219 2 жыл бұрын

Dude! You just saved me a ton of frustration and money!! Never thought about using a jar!!!! Awesome video!!!!!!!! Thanks!!!

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 2 жыл бұрын

Right on Brian! You're Welcome...

@Chris-pb3se 2 жыл бұрын

Well, you’re my new favorite person. That’s the first “hack” I’ve seen on KZfaq in 5 years that’s worth a damn.

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome!

@ramboollie8115 4 жыл бұрын

I use my old guitar strings for cleaning my jets works great and never use the air nozzle to clean carbs the pressure from the b12 can is plenty. I’ve done literally hundreds of carbs and this looks like a keeper wish I know about this years ago thanks man my sonic machine will be much cleaner

@George-kt6gm 2 жыл бұрын

Right on! I also use guitar strings

@kraz904 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the tip on putting parts in a smaller container then putting the container into the ultrasonic filled with water. Works like a champ. I fill the machine with hot water to reduce cooking time, and I use generic Tupperware for the containers...

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 2 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@CJ-rj9tg 2 жыл бұрын

Use the same idea from the fuel bowl on your lawnmower. Install a float around the jar’s neck to prevent it from tipping over and contaminating the clean tub water. Just a thought. Great ideas Steve.

@haroldneely9253 Жыл бұрын

I’ve been following Steve for about a year and just found this. A lot of really good information. The guy that wrote about a vented weighted glass container. I wondering if maybe a smaller unit would work. Would it work as well? I’m going to do some digging and see if I can find a smaller one one and give these tips a try as I’m looking to clean small parts for now. Great job Steve and everyone else who joined the discussion, really a big help 👍

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon Жыл бұрын

Good stuff!

@bobw.991 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Steve, I was trying to decide if I really wanted and needed one, this video is a pro

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 4 жыл бұрын

You're Welcome...and Thank You...

@useitwice 3 жыл бұрын

Nice video! I liked the "Welcome guys AND girls" part. Just a little heads up to everyone - be SUPER careful with gasoline in your shop and also think about the vapors (extremely flammable). Gas in containers other than for a motor is a very delicate thing. /Guy speaking from - several plastic surgerys, weeks in the hospital and years of recovery - experience

@vambo1980 11 ай бұрын

I can't belive no body is mentioning this. That little plastic jar is holding back an explosion. Surely, it's pressured during the clean.

@95ffd 3 жыл бұрын

Steve, just wanted to thank you. You've saved me quite a bit of money and aggravation just this weekend with fixing my Echo string trimmer. Just a question about the ultrasonic cleaner, if you use a jar with dawn soap and water mixed, does it build up pressure, like if you filled it and shook it? Just wondering. I'm going to order one of these cleaners. On a side note, I watched the ultra sonic cleaner video's out of order, and I thought you was joking around when it made that loud noise when you first turned it on. Thanks for sharing!!!

@123123davies 3 жыл бұрын

Just about to buy one. The tips about cleaning solution is excellent. Thanks Steve 😀😀😀

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 3 жыл бұрын

Happy to help

@KevynMS 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome tip, I'll use it for everything from standard garage type stuff to cleaning brass for reloading (if primers ever become available again).

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 3 жыл бұрын

Right on

@multibusa 3 жыл бұрын

Sure so many folk have already said this so apologies for repeating. This tip using small containers to clean parts without soiling the entire tank is stupidly simple, but ingenious at the same time. Kicking myself for not already thinking of this myself. Thank you for the tip and advice.

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 3 жыл бұрын

You're Welcome...

@TheReyray 2 жыл бұрын

one of the most useful demonstrations i have ever seen on youtube. thanks!

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 2 жыл бұрын

Glad you think so!

@michaelsopher5048 3 жыл бұрын

You are brilliant. Brilliance come with experience. thanks for the tips Steve.

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 3 жыл бұрын

Very welcome

@64t120r 3 жыл бұрын

I like this one. We have the same cleaner at our shop and there's been a lot of waste. Now we know how to cut that down. Thanks

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 3 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@blipco5 4 жыл бұрын

I have a 15 liter cleaner and when it gets dirty I clean it in my 30 liter cleaner. Now I need one to clean my 30. It never ends 😞.

@heavoc9793 4 жыл бұрын

You're an holy consumer for the buyers 😂

@swdw973 3 жыл бұрын

🤣

@ronniemorrison3370 3 жыл бұрын

Sofa King Funny

@705johnnyboy Жыл бұрын

i bought mine to clean my vinyl its amazing for that,now im taking it into the workshop as i have loads of tools and drill bits etc to bring back the newness ,great video ....

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon Жыл бұрын

Cool!

@v10squirrel Жыл бұрын

My go to cleaner Water and pine soil. Depending on what I’m cleaning on the ratio. Carbs about half, half. Smells good, safe, thanks for the tip

@ejonesee Жыл бұрын

Brilliant! It occurred to me too that you could put a plastic liner in the tank to clean dirty objects and then just pull the plastic liner out. I'm definitely going to try the jar method.

@michaellouviere1997 5 ай бұрын

I'm thinking a Crock Pot liner would work well to line the tank.

@NOVACOROLA 4 жыл бұрын

I talked to a application engineer at a ultrasonic company and she said that plastic absorbs the energy and glass is best.

@SiaD777 4 жыл бұрын

I read that soft surfaces absorb the waves and so are less efficient.

@pieintheeye9652 4 жыл бұрын

@@SiaD777 You are correct. You should use glass if you are going to put a container into an ultrasonic cleaner. You need to transmit the shockwaves, not have them absorbed. You should avoid plastics, rubber, UHMW, etc....

@calvinhobbes7504 3 жыл бұрын

Yep it sure does -- and you beat me to it! :)

@latestplague3762 3 жыл бұрын

@regalblue41 that's a line that should have been added to the Constitution and etched in stone above every court house in America.

@sylvia6959 3 жыл бұрын

@latest plague ew

@a.bakker64 9 ай бұрын

Hey Grolsch! It’s fabricated 10 miles from where I live. Love it!

@douggrace5986 3 жыл бұрын

My instruction manual says Not to fill past the full line but always insure that there is a minimum of 7cm. It's a Rovsun. Great tips. Great video.

@elektro3000 3 жыл бұрын

I've heard of doing this ("indirect" cleaning) but that was a great demonstration, and I'm amazed at how FAST the gasoline clean! Thanks so much for the video.

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 3 жыл бұрын

You're Welcome...

@tubeDude48 3 жыл бұрын

I use *Simple* *Green* for cleaning most of the items you mentioned, but I also clean electronic parts as well.

@andrewt9204 3 жыл бұрын

I was wondering about that. It works pretty good normally so I'd think in an ultrasonic cleaner it would work well. And it's pretty cheap. Have you found anything else better since?

@tubeDude48 3 жыл бұрын

@@andrewt9204 - On Jewelry I use Woolite.

@jhackett9482 6 ай бұрын

Great tips! Just got an ultrasonic cleaner and you saved me a lot of trouble and work!

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 6 ай бұрын

Super!

@MACISUS 4 жыл бұрын

I use a mix of white vinegar, dish soap and water. Dish soap breaks down grease, white vinegar breaks down other dirt particles and water cause it’s a chap add in. I then use distilled water to wash it all off. I mainly clean circuit boards but that mix works well for jewelry and other items as well. 😄

@asmodai6759 4 жыл бұрын

Steve, I worked for Zama for almost ten years, and we used an ultrasonic cleaner nearly every day. We kept a mix of simple green and water, 50 / 50, in the tank all the time. Instead of plastic jars we used old coffee cups to put smaller parts in. Take off the gaskets, metering diaphragm, and fuel pump, and toss everything else in. If you can get the high low needles out, and have replacement Welch plugs, take those out as well and let 'er rip tater chip. The main nozzle and idle check valves won't be effected. When done, rinse with water, and then follow with denatured alcohol and GENTLY dry with compressed air. We would also put raw aluminum bodies, brass parts, and stainless parts in the same way. We learned that placing a piece of card board over the top of the basin kept the parts and the cleaning solution warm, which improved the cleaning processes. Never tried gasoline, OSHA might have frowned upon that, but I can see where it would work!

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 4 жыл бұрын

Right on Dan..

@henrikjonsson4340 11 ай бұрын

Hi What do you mean with green? Is it dish wash? Best R Henrik

@asmodai650 11 ай бұрын

@@henrikjonsson4340 Simple Green. It’s a cleaner / degreaser sold in the United States.

@ericklundin5431 9 ай бұрын

Be sure to use 90% or better isopropyl alcohol. Anything less is rubbing alcohol that has other added lubricants in it.