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ALUMINUM BRIGHTENER
Acid Aluminum Cleaner and Restorer
John-Henry ALUMINUM BRIGHTENER® is an elegant phosphoric acid and hydrofluoric acids, moderate foaming. This mis-named material is more often than not, used to clean stainless steel road tankers. As the name implies, it will, indeed, brighten up aluminum fenders, wheels, etc. It is even used on a wide variety of surface types for ISO tank cleaning, suck as stainless steel, aluminum, painted, FRP’s.
Several other formulation types are available, each with its unique set of characteristics:
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- John-Henry LUMINATE® – A superior blend of phosphoric acid and hydrofluoric acids, high foaming.
- JOHN-HENRY #1® Acidic Pre-Soak for manual or automatic two-step wash systems.
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
ALUMINUM BRIGHTENER is a concentrated acidic detergent for cleaning unpainted aluminum trailers, trucks, and buses. ALUMINUM BRIGHTENER instantaneously removes road film, dulling oxide film, and diesel smoke residues without brushing or scrubbing. Easy to apply and will not etch or harm painted surfaces when used as directed. Not recommended for use on glass. The product may also be used as a brightener on stainless steel tankers prior to alkaline washing.
Contains a potent blend of strong mineral acids, wetting agents, emulsifiers, and water soluble solvent for extra grease cutting action.
USES AND DIRECTIONS
ALUMINUM BRIGHTENER may be diluted with up to 50 parts water and perform beautifully in continual
wash applications. For light road film removal, dilute with 10 parts water. For heavy or smoke soil removal, dilute with 3 parts water. Always apply Aluminum Brightener from the bottom to the top of whatever surface is being cleaned so as to eliminate streaking. Also, execute the first rinse from bottom to top, and after that, as desired. Use downstream chemical injectors, pump-up sprayer, or brush on. Only apply to as large an area that will not dry before rinsing.
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PACKAGING
275 Gallon Tote – JBC24702
55 Gallon Drum – JBC4035
Health hazard summary
Causes severe irritation and immediate and delayed burns to skin. Causes severe irritation and damage to eyes. Mists and vapors can cause irritation to eyes, nose, and throat. Ingestion can damage mouth, throat, and other tissues and may be fatal.
SPECIFICATIONS
Appearance ………… Clear, colorless liquid
Odor ……………………………Pungent, acidic
pH at 1/10 (H.D. MAC/water) …………… <2
Specific Gravity …………………………… 1.01
Flashpoint ………………………………….. None
Dilution……………..Up to 50 to 1 with water
Foam…………………………………. Moderate
Hardwater Tolerance ………………Excellent
Rinsability ……………………………. Excellent
Biodegradable ……………………………… Yes
Phosphate-Free……………………………..Yes
Storage Stability ………………….. Excellent*
Freeze-Thaw Stability ………… Will freeze**
*1 year under normal conditions
**usable after thawing with no change in performance. Agitate after thawing and before use.
features & Benefits
✅ Cleans without brushing
✅ Brightens aluminum
✅ Works rapidly
✅ Leaves a uniform, satin look
✅ Concentrated
✅ Dilute up to 25:1 with water
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