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What type of swab should I use with harsh solvents?
Just about any swab is compatible with isopropyl alcohol (IPA), but harsh solvents like acetone or toluene can cause foam swabs to swell and even break-down. For harsh solvents, cotton swabs are the best next...
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How do I figure out the shelf life of a product?
The shelf life of a product can be found on either the technical data sheet (TDS), available on the product page, or by looking on the certificate on conformance (COC). The COC can be downloaded by going next...
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How can I purchase replacement needle for Plato flux dispensing bottles?
Techspray does not offer replacement, only complete flux bottles. The needles are standard parts that are commonly used for automatic dispensing systems. You can find compatible needles with distributors next...
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How many cuts can I expect from the Plato 170 Shear Cutter?
The lifetime of a Plato 170 cutter is dependent on a number of variables, including the thickness of the wire or lead and the amount of force used in the cutting process. The spring and hinge mechanism next...
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How do I disinfect surface coated with Licron Crystal?
Licron Crystal is being used to turn a plexiglass divider into an ESD-safe divider. A common question is how to disinfect from pathogens like SARS-COV-2 (coronavirus -- the virus that causes COVID-19) next...
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What is the shelf life of air duster (canned air)?
If the can and valving is intact and undamaged, it will not leak or spoil, so can sit on a shelf for as long as 10 years. next...
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How much PSI is in a can of compressed air (canned air)?
Internal pressure, as measured in pounds per square inch (PSI), depends on the propellant used in the duster: HFC-134a - 71, HFC-152a - 63, HFO-1234ze - 47. next...
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What's inside a compressed air (canned air) can?
There are different options for duster propellant: HFC-134a – Nonflammable, most common for industrial applications when spraying energized circuits because of the risk of a spark lighting a flammable next...
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Can you get frostbite from air duster (canned air)?
Yes, if liquid refrigerant is expelled on comes in contact with your skin. Most duster contain refrigerant that is liquid when held under pressure. The goal of duster is to spray the vapor not the liquid, next...
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What is the liquid that comes out of air duster (canned air)?
Most duster contain refrigerant that is liquid when held under pressure. The goal of duster is to spray the vapor not the liquid, so the valving is designed to capture the vapor from the top of the can. next...
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