Ultrasonic Cleaners

An ultrasonic cleaner is a cleaning device that uses high frequency sound waves to clean items. The sound waves create cavitation bubbles in the liquid, which break down dirt and grime. Some of the best ultrasonic cleaners are used in a variety of industries, including automotive, engineering, medical, tattoo, and jewellery.

Ultrasonic cleaners use high frequency sound waves to create cavitation ‘bubbles’ in the liquid. The cavitation bubbles implode which breaks down dirt and grime, making it much easier to clean items.

Read more how ultrasonic cleaners work here.

Ultrasonic cleaners are used to clean a variety of items quickly and effectively. The high frequency sound waves break down dirt and grime, making it much easier to clean items without the manual labour.

Ultrasonic cleaners can clean a variety of items, including:

• Automotive parts
• Medical equipment
• Jewellery
• Car parts
• Aeroplane parts
• Tattoo equipment
• Engineering parts

There are a few things to consider when choosing an ultrasonic cleaning machine, including:

• The size of the unit
• The type of transducer
• The type of generator
• The warranty
• The price

Ultrasonic cleaners come in a variety of sizes to cater for the space you have available and the items you need to clean. If you’re unsure of which cleaning machine is right for you, read our ultrasonic cleaner buying guide or get in touch and we’ll be happy to help.

Not on its own. You will need to use an aqueous (water-based) solution that is specifically made for killing bacteria as well as for use in the Ultrasonic cleaner. You can read more about how ultrasonic cleaners kill bacteria here.

Not on its own. You will need to use an aqueous (water based) solution that is specifically made for sterilizing as well as the Ultrasonics.

Yes, the best  ultrasonic cleaners can remove rust from items. The high-frequency sound waves create cavitation bubbles in the liquid, which break down the rust and dirt on the surface of the item. Read more about how ultrasonic cleaners remove rust here.

No, ultrasonic cleaning will not cause any damage to items that can safely be ultrasonically cleaned. The high frequency sound waves create cavitation bubbles in the liquid, which break down the dirt and grime on the surface of the item.

The type of fluid you use will depend on the items you are cleaning. For example, if you are cleaning jewellery, you would use a jewellery cleanser. If you are cleaning medical equipment, you would use a medical grade cleanser.

It is not recommended that you put heavy items into the ultrasonic bath, unless it is a bespoke unit that has been made especially for those types of products. If you have any heavy components that you are looking to get an Ultrasonics cleaner for, or are unsure of which ultrasonic cleaner to buy, please contact us so we can help you find the best option for you.

You should not put anything in an ultrasonic cleaner that is not compatible with the cleaning fluid you are using. For example, if you are using a jewellery cleaner, you should not put anything in the cleaner that is not made of jewellery.

Other items that cannot be ultrasonically cleaned include:

• Items with sharp edges
• Items made of glass
• Items made of ceramics

These items cannot be cleaned with ultrasonic cleaners because the high frequency sound waves can cause them to break.

No, you do not have to use a basket in an ultrasonic cleaner. However, using a basket can help to protect your items from the high frequency sound waves.

No, all ultrasonic cleaners are not the same. There are different types of ultrasonic cleaners, which cater for different needs, come in varying sizes, and are better suited to smaller or larger items.

The three main types of ultrasonic cleaners are:

• Tabletop ultrasonic cleaners
• Portable ultrasonic cleaners
• Industrial ultrasonic cleaners

You can read our helpful about how to use an ultrasonic cleaner here.

The water in an ultrasonic cleaner should be drained after every use. This will help to prevent the build-up of dirt and grime in the unit.