TDS Ardrox 9881 09 25 2013
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PP043Technical Data Sheet
Ardrox® 9881
Penetrant Remover / Hydrophilic Emulsifier
1 General Description
Ardrox® 9881 is a blend of biodegradable surface active agents, coupling solvent and corrosion
inhibitors. It is low in sulphur, halogen and alkali metal content. In addition to that Ardrox® 9881
shows an improved odor and bath stability and it is designed to meet the latest surfactant
regulations.
Ardrox® 9881 is a hydrophilic type emulsifier used for the removal of the new Ardrox® 981x series
of post-emulsfiable, fluorescent penetrants (Method D).
2 Physical and Chemical Properties
Property Unit Typical Value Test Method
Appearance - Clear, orange liquid -
Density at RT g/ml 1.01 -
ph at 100 g/l - 8.2 – 9.2 -
3 Chemicals Required
Ardrox® 9812, Ardrox® 9813 or Ardrox® 9814 (depending on the required sensitivity level),
Ardrox® 9881, Ardrox® 9D4A or Ardrox® 9D1B.
4 Operation Procedure
The procedure described below is recommended for general use. Where relevant, the process
specifications of the approving authorities must be closely followed.
After suitable pre-cleaning, penetrant application and the necessary penetrant contact time, the
components are initially given either a spray or air agitated water rinse (for approx. 1 minute)
before they are immersed in the Ardrox® 9881 solution. The recommended concentration is up to
10% by volume in water.
Please note: Ardrox® 9881 is approved to AMS 2644 to a maximum of 10 % concentration.
The components should be completely immersed, withdrawn and allowed to drain. The total
contact time should be determined experimentally and will be dependent on the material and its
surface finish. The time should be adjusted to the shortest possible contact time to give the
minimum acceptable level of background. The contact times below serve as a guide only.
Immersion time: 30 sec. to 90 seconds
Drain time: 30 seconds
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Drainings may be returned to the Ardrox® 9881 tank. After a suitable period of contact, the
components are thoroughly rinsed either by spray rinsing or using air agitated water for the
minimum period needed to give an acceptable level of background fluorescence.
The components should then be thoroughly dried in an air-circulating oven at a temperature
between 50 – 60 °C using the minimum drying time before application of the developer (15
minutes maximum).
For touch-up applications Ardrox® 9881 is also available in aerosol cans. As ready-to use product
the concentration is 5%.
Approvals:
Society of Automotive Engineers – AMS 2644
Pratt & Whitney – FPM Master Supplement
Pratt & Whitney – PMC 4355-6
Rolls-Royce – OMat 621K
Rolls-Royce – CSS232
SAFRAN Group – IN 5000
MTU Aero Engines – MTH 1079
General Electric Commercial Engines – as per AMS 2644
CFM International – as per AMS 2644
Conformances:
CEN ISO – EN ISO 3452-2
ASME – Boiler & Vessel Code, Section V, Article 6
5 Effects on Material
When Ardrox® 9881 is used in the prescribed manner, no significant corrosion is likely to be
encountered on commonly used metals.
6 Safety Guidance
Before operating the process described it is important that this complete document, together with
any relevant Safety Data sheets, is read and understood. For transport, storage, use and waste
treatment of chemicals in concentrated or diluted form as well as bath solutions, the appropriate
local legislation must be followed. Further specific information on the products can to be obtained
from the relevant Safety Data Sheets. The user should also pay strict attention to information and
hazard symbols shown on product labels.
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Version 09-25-2013
replaces version from 10-23-2012
Head Office ® registered trademark.
Chemetall GmbH
Trakehner Straße 3 The above details have been compiled to the best of our knowledge on the basis of tests and research work and with regard to the
60487 Frankfurt am Main current state of our practical experience. This technical product information is non-binding. No liabilities or guarantees deriving from
Germany or in connection with this leaflet can be imputed to us. Statements relating to possible uses of the product do not constitute a
guarantee that such uses are appropriate in a particular user's case or that such uses do not infringe the patents or proprietary
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