ULTIMATE TIPS For Using An Ultrasonic Cleaner (Must Try)

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]

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[@FourSeasonsNorth4x4]

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]

Can I put my baby there?

[@GildedFashion]

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]

@@GildedFashion Liquid dishwashing detergent and water works well.

[@charlesroberts3910]

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

[@doublewide6]

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

[@Billy_Darley]

lol good point.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

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

[@charlesmckinley29]

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

[@ralphrichardson872]

Steve's Small Engine Saloon what about Naptha?

[@dansmessygarage6720]

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

[@calvinhobbes7504]

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]

You are right on the spot.

[@wrongfullyaccused7139]

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]

@@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]

@@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]

@@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.

[@thedevilinthecircuit1414]

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]

I have done this too ! Many times, for watches

[@miskers12]

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.

[@dusseau13]

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]

😂😂

[@JayHutchG]

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

[@stevehairston9940]

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

[@dusseau13]

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

[@ajames1585]

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

[@CaptainXanax]

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]

Thank you!

[@SUHABOUT]

Thank you!

[@ToolsX3]

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

[@BruceBoschek]

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

[@dwartfarquart9590]

Great information thanks

[@Damiendrops]

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]

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

[@scottguyer]

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

[@asusreviews]

@@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]

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

[@executive]

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

[@MeruAileron]

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

[@gibfear]

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

[@dannynimmo3052]

thanks, i'll try that :)

[@RobinRK1962]

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

[@JS-qi1ou]

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

[@crnext]

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

[@radioactivelarry]

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

[@knighthawk86855]

I agree.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

You're Welcome...

[@MrTheHillfolk]

Sound waves don't care bout containers 🤣

[@SmallSpoonBrigade]

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

[@guardrailbiter]

@@MrTheHillfolk Like honey badgers?

[@pedrowhack-a-mole6786]

When cleaning small parts, I sometimes use a zip-lock bag with cleaning solution just covering my parts, the bag draped over a rod or dowel, and held in place with clothes pins.

[@southern_merican]

me too, do you have to suspend it or can't it just drape over the side? I'm new to this

[@don7406]

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]

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]

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]

@@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]

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

[@Hellsong89]

@@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...

[@dapperdan3204]

I would use beer for my dentures!🍺🍻🍺

[@gunther955]

lol

[@thinkingimpaired5663]

@cyberfloater don't try this at home, to funny

[@Mr_Tecumseh]

Vodka, the pure alcohol is the best germ killer their is.

[@dapperdan3204]

Fearless works for me!

[@howiedewin3688]

vodka!

[@donzmilky5961]

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 KZbin right now.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

I appreciate that!

[@paulweston8184]

You have something brown on your nose.

[@garester94501]

I agree. I like your attitude.

[@blipco5]

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]

You're an holy consumer for the buyers 😂

[@swdw973]

🤣

[@ronniemorrison3370]

Sofa King Funny

[@planet_Nige]

Small safety tip. Don't put your hands into the cleaner when its on as the vibrations will badly effect your joints.

[@useitwice]

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]

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.

[@zebedie2]

"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

[@amandagardner565]

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]

Excellent!

[@AN-kg4ei]

Great score on that tank!

[@nickcarter5569]

Duude score!

[@jonmyers8046]

Dude that is genius! I wouldn't have thought that would work, but now i see it does. 👍 I would've thought gas would be dangerous, but i guess im wrong. I use a mix of white vinegar, and Dawn. I've also used other types of degreasers including Awesome Soap. When i saw you holding the beer at the end it got me wondering....🤔 I wonder how well beer would work? 😅

[@stevenbauer7744]

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]

How long will the bag survive in the cleaner?

[@stevenbauer7744]

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

[@NorwayVFX]

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

[@josephbishop3231]

Ziplock bags was what I was thinking about

[@jservice6594]

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.

[@elioselectric468]

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]

Thank You...

[@FourSeasonsNorth4x4]

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]

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

[@boatdetective]

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

[@1ronhall]

Agreed!!

[@andrewstambaugh8030]

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)

[@pmdoit]

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

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Thank You...

[@unclezeds]

The reason you must fill the unit to the fill line is the resonant frequency is tuned to the volume of water at the fill line. If you use less liquid you will get poor cleaning or worse still, as you said already, you can blow up your ultrasonic transducer.

[@mediocreman6323]

Yep, because the energy (of the vibrations) will not be used to move the cleaning solution, but will be thrown back at the sound generators, which will destroy them.

[@azul8811]

Since, you seem pretty knowledgeable regarding the topic, I'd like to ask you a question. To your knowledge, are all the transducers used in these small ultrasonic cleaners basically the same quality? I ask, because there is a price differential between the American manufactured ultrasonic cleaners and those made in China. However, I've heard that all of the transducers are made in China. So, I was wondering how I can judge the quality between the various manufacturers. I'm looking to use a ultrasonic in motorcycle and automobile restoration as a hobbyist Many thanks.

[@sumporfuk]

@Liam McNieve Somehow I don’t think 🤔 that’s the answer he was looking for.

[@sumporfuk]

@@azul8811 Interestingly enough, I’d like to know the answer to your question as well. I also know a thing or two about parts that are made in China because I actually lived there for more than a decade. In short people complain about the cheap stuff that comes from China without stopping to consider how all of that cheap stuff got here in the first place. One of the ways cheap Chinese products come into the U.S./Canada, etc. is the same way that Steve acquired his Co-X machine, and that is direct import (so yes, they do make cheap products to sell. Why? Because most people are cheap bastards and would rather buy cheap products and complain about it later). The other way cheap Chinese products wined up on retailers shelves is because the U.S./Canadian buyers that source from China are only interested in buying cheap shit to be sold at Walmart/Canadian Tire and the like. What most people fail to realize or acknowledge is that China also has great factories too, and just one example of that is the your Apple products. I certainly don’t see anyone complaining about how shitty their IPHONE is made. From what little I have been able to learn about these cheap Chinese units are that the failure points aren’t necessarily the transducers, but rather that push button circuit board that that operates the unit. That board is filled with really cheap chips, diodes, etc. The boards are what usually burns out or overheats because the heating elements gets taxed. They will likely last a bit longer if you filled them up with boiling water from the beginning instead of relying on the heating element to bring the water up to speed.

[@azul8811]

@Liam McNieve LOL. I try to when my budget can afford it. I bought two US made Wilton bench vises last year. One cost me $900, and the other about $600. I've been pricing out a US made Baldor 2 speed buffer with pedestal and it runs over $1200. So, do I buy a US made ultrasonic cleaner for over $1000, or a Chinese one for $169? It depends on how much use I am going to give it, and if the US ones are comprised of Chinese parts. One of the US made ultrasonic cleaners doesn't include the stainless steel basket even though it is a necessary accessory. They charge $250 for the basket alone. The other thing is that some stuff is promoted as Made in USA but is actually just assembled here of foreign sourced parts. Or think about cars. Do I buy a Ford made in Canada or a VW made in Tennessee? It's a similar case with clothing. There are still sweatshops here in NYC. There are undocumented people sewing foreign sourced fabric into blouses, etc. I believe that the labels say made in USA. So yeah, buy American. I'm with you on that, but it gets complicated.

[@drewrinker2071]

I'm sure you probably already know this, but be careful which plastic you use for gasoline, I accidentally used a Dixie cup one day which is made from poly ethelene, and the entire cup was like wax and melted right in my hand. I think regular gas cans use #2 plastic which is HDPE, the same thing milk jugs are made from. I believe what you used was a water bottle which is PET which is also safe. But this should always be considered for ANY solvent/plastic mixture. Always research weather or not it will react.

[@jamestongas3554]

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.

[@tsdelaney]

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]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@AntonioClaudioMichael]

Try dawn dishsoap on Diff Fluid Or Super badly caked Oil soaked engines Or Skid plates And you will then see Dawn Dishsoap ain't as good as they claim 5:40

[@thomasrasmussen1132]

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]

This is what I do.

[@madzonic16]

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

[@thomasrasmussen1132]

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

[@jonathangaliano2617]

​@@thomasrasmussen1132 What would you recommend for a good general purpose cleaner to use that is 100% safe on aluminum also? Fixing up/cleaning an 88 Yamaha ATV and picked up an ultrasonic cleaner a few weeks ago. So far I've only used Evaporust in it on nuts and bolts which worked great. There's a few aluminum parts I'd like to throw in there now but want to make sure they aren't going to discolor or get dull or anything like that. Thanks

[@Breakitjake]

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

[@innercityracer]

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.

[@Harshasai-Foryou-telugu]

You really really f*cking gave my life back with this video, thank you so much

[@JustinSchuhmann]

If you use ZipLock Freezer bags you can do a dirty vacuum seal by pushing the liquid and object under the water slowly and then zipping the top this will keep the object from floating or having to be held.

[@JU57US]

Just like home sous vide cooking, brilliant.

[@blahblahblahblah2837]

I predict in 15 years: ultrasonic dishwashers for the home at the same price as todays dishwashers

[@andycleary6209]

And ultrasonic bath tubs, we all have that one friend who could do with a good scrub.

[@onestepatatime2346]

blah blah , they have been around for at least fifty years, are you new.

[@blahblahblahblah2837]

@@onestepatatime2346 Haha are you telling me that I can go down to the white goods store right now and buy an ultrasonic dishwasher? Like, right next to the ones that spray hot water on the plates _and_ at the same price as the normal ones?

[@ryanday9737]

@@blahblahblahblah2837 I think he is saying that ultrasonic cleaners have been around at least 50 years already so if the tech were gonna be adopted for dishwashers it would already have happened. I don't think the tech shift would happen there for two reasons. First, dishes are effectively cleaned with spray in most cases, the ultrasonic is not needed as with items usually cleaned with ultrasonic. The most common applications include "blind" holes and spots that are difficult to get to. Or porous materials which have been impregnated with dirt or other materials. Second reason is that the entire container must be full of fluid, water. Modern dishwashers would not fill up your dishwasher even six inches let alone completely fill it. It would be a huge waste of water.

[@pgnandt]

For that to work you would have to fully submerse the dishes. Not practical.

[@STBRetired1]

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]

Right on buddy! Thank You...

[@casualobserver620]

To clean a carb, use Berryman's Chem dip. It comes in a 1 gallon can. Rather than use gasoline, use mineral spirits.

[@hydrocarbon82]

Only caution with mineral spirits is it softens & damages any silicone gasket & silicone rtv. Great if you that's what you need removed tho.

[@johnbell1859]

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]

Right on John! You're Welcome...

[@mercnut1]

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

[@trevorcooper5876]

Hi Steve I've been told by an engineer that has used industrial size ultrasonic cleaners that you should not hold the basket or touch the cleaner when using as it is unhealthy for you joints so take care Cheers

[@DOffio]

Jet Fuel/Kerosene. Works awesome in an ultrasonic cleaner. We used it to clean our oil filters (rebuildable/reusable) when I worked on Helicopters.

[@stuarthossack7906]

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]

Great reason why you fill it. Thanks

[@2CREATthief]

Does anybody tried pure wd40 as a cleaning solution?

[@NOVACOROLA]

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

[@SiaD777]

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

[@pieintheeye9652]

@@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]

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

[@latestplague3762]

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

[@sylvia6959]

@latest plague ew

[@spalkin]

Maybe glue the plastic lids to a small board and set it across the top.

[@PrometheusZandski]

another thing that works great is ziplock bags. Fill your tub up with water, put your solution in a ziplock toss in your part, then turn it on. Better than a jar because it sinks and you only need to put a little bit of cleaner in the bag.

[@Dazzy84]

Mustie1 uses the contents of that gunk carb/parts cleaner you find in tins. Swears by it.

[@TheBen8355]

What does he use it for?

[@tbah9402]

@@TheBen8355 gunk carb cleaner you find it at auto part stores in paint can

[@gaborkorthy8355]

Very nasty stuff, be very careful when using. Wear gloves, eye protection and gloves. I’d rather use the ultra sonic cleaner with more friendly solvents.

[@lionwise4076]

@@TheBen8355 Mustie1 uses his ultrasonic cleaner to clean engine parts, mostly small engine carburetors.

[@imacmanx8562]

I have almost the exact same unit, and have tried MANY different solutions in it. IMO, the best, and safest is Krud Kutter Parts Cleaner (made by RustOleum). Biodegradable, and safe for ALL metals.....will not discolor aluminum or pot metal. I use it mainly on small engine carbs, and it's amazing. Another trick....turn on the ultrasonic part while waiting for the solution to heat up....it will heat up twice as fast.

[@KMphotography]

Add harmonicas to your list! They tend to collect lots of grunge from the mouth and need frequent cleaning. The smallest vol ultrasonic will work.

[@Mytwistedvoices]

Pro tip: put a coin sized amount of dawn in your hands. Rub it in like lotion until it dries. Work on your car, wash your hands. Everything comes right off. Thanks for the video.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Great idea!!

[@georgisgarage]

omg i love you

[@georgisgarage]

Hey, glad I could find this thread. I did some research and putting your hands in an ultra sonic bath is not good for your hands and in particular tissue in the joints.

[@Mytwistedvoices]

@@georgisgarage Everyone needs to stay out of the hot tubs!

[@jackhobson-dupont6975]

I've been using that trick for years! A little bit of dishwashing soap, then rub it in everywhere making sure to get it down deep in your pores. It feels crazy at first as you're doing it. After it dries, it feels a ~little~ different, but you soon forget about it. Later, after the job is over, and your hands are greasy and grimy, they clean up easily with just warm water. ...Another trick is, if you're going to be around poison oak or poison ivy, rub dishwashing liquid into your bare arms and legs. The toxic defense of the plant is an oil, so it begins to emulsify simply on contact with the dried dishwashing soap. Washup later amplifies that effect and the emulsified and diluted poison ivy oil goes down the drain, never having a chance to get on your skin.

[@mcpeake78]

I got one at a auction for 10.00. And i got it for cleaning carb parts.

[@Billy_Darley]

what kind of auction was it? county fair, city auction, estate?

[@mcpeake78]

@@Billy_Darley hwy 22 auction house. Got a bunch of Matco tools and snapon sockets all for 40.00.

[@jimciancio9005]

We use the ultrasonic cleaners in laboratories for mixers of compounds inside vessels like test tubes for instance. So they make a great no touch mixer!

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Cool!

[@fw1421]

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.

[@jameskrivitsky9715]

Steve, I appreciate the plastic jar tip. One warning to buyers....the instructions warn against using petroleum products ( gas, acetone, turpentine , etc. ) due to flammable results. It would likely be wise to keep the lid on the jar as well as the cover of the cleaner to minimize any vapor issues. I bought one and enjoy the results for carbs and other devices with small ports and crevices. Thanks J K

[@tomjones4318]

Haven't seen the electronics but they would need to be very spark risk free.

[@PyroShim]

Just have a fan running.

[@MrTheHillfolk]

My harbor freight one heats the solution if you want , and if I use the jar of solvent trick I keep the lid off. It works alot better and there's minimal issue,but I'm not using gasoline for solvent either.

[@cliveradvan3414]

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]

Right on mate! Thank You...

[@bmfilmnut]

Try mineral spirits. Mineral spirits are the standard solvent used in parts cleaner sinks. Without even ultrasonic waves, they clean grease and other junk from tools, parts, etc., just by soaking so I would think it would work beautifully in a ultrasonic cleaner. In addition, it's safer than gas. I don't know what I'd do without my parts cleaning sink and, after watching this video, I think I'll get a ultrasonic cleaner and try mineral spirits in it. BTW, your videos are the best! They're clear, accurate, well-taped, and you explain things perfectly. There are too many videos out there by people who really don't know their subject and who shouldn't be posting videos because they steer people wrong. There are people posting instructional videos on things they're doing for the very first time (incorrectly!). Keep posting these great videos and it's a pleasure watching such a nice guy explaining things who knows what he's doing and isn't on an ego trip.

[@daviddefortier5970]

I was thinking this exact same thing. Im very curious now. Dont have an ultrasonic cleaner, but am seriously thinking of getting one after watching this video

[@davidburns5024]

Good thought. Mineral spirits are far less flammable than gasoline. Kerosene or diesel would be similar but stinkier. I often use Coleman fuel as a low odor gasoline like cleaner, but it's just as flammable as gasoline. Every time I use it I think extra hard about any possibilities for spillage or ignition. As far as I could tell from the video, Steve is appropriately careful in handling the gasoline.

[@maxwelllucas896]

Flammable liquids in an ultrasonic are a no no. Can combust

[@luisp1174]

Hey guys I liked your post and the replies you received so I wanted to tell you my experience trying this out. I have a small ultrasonic cleaner that was made for cleaning firearms because you needed two different fluids to clean it, a cleanger and a oil type salutation. They were expensive and required putting one in, removing the liquid and putting in the other solution so that moisture wouldn't corrode internal parts and lubricate it. That was all a big pain in the ass so I stopped using it. When I ran across this video: I thought it was a great idea because the gas would clean and not leave any moisture behind. The first time I did it I used a plastic potato chips container and it worked great when I tried again the container leaked the dirt and gas in the water and I was left with a big mess again. Really needing to clean a barrel with a stuck and rusted part so I tried it again this time with a glass container and that worked great. Now for the next time I'm going to try and find a new solution that will clean but leave no moisture behind and not be as dangerous as gas. I didn't know that I could use it with water and just add a container with the liquids I wanted inside of it and not have a big mess. What a great tip.

[@luisp1174]

To Mr Burns thanks for sharing but you must have some large oo to even think about Coleman is fuel. I was once camping when the only things you could use at that time was Coleman fuel for stoves and lantern. I was having a hard time lighting a camp fire and I got the great idea that Coleman fuel would be a good substitute for starting the fire and pored some on the wet wood and struck, a strike anywhere match on the metal ring around the wood and the spark from the match must of ignited the fumes and caused a large explosion that luckily only Burnet all the hair off my arm. After that I only used that fuel for stoves. Don't play with that it's not a good substitute for anything. Thanks for sharing but I think using that can lead to a similar thing, like my great idea 🤔

[@HBakersk896]

Hey man. For years we have used off-road diesel and kerosene for metal parts. It acts as a solvent and a lubricant as well as protecting the parts from corrosion after cleaning.

[@okieproperty9141]

Put a magnet on the outside of the basket and one on the inside of the plastic jar, that way jar won't tip over. or take out the basket and put the magnet at the bottom. (I don't know if it would harm the ultrasonics though). Just an experiment if you'd like to try.

[@oh8wingman]

It would seen to me that Tupperware with it's sealed lids would be ideal for cleaning things like wrenches and it comes on dozens of different configurations.

[@ramboollie8115]

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]

Right on! I also use guitar strings

[@hosseinebrahimi3451]

now i want a ultrasonic bathtub.

[@roamingscooterguy2786]

The De-Greaser need to be aluminum safe... If you are using Simple Green, you need to use Simple Green "D". It won't oxidize the aluminum.

[@MarshallBLewis]

so I used a de-greaser and my carburetor turned black, obviously i'm not going to do that again. Do you know scientifically what creates the black "soot" that is now covering the carb? There was a lot of fizzy action going on... i'm guessing the aluminum was reacting with the degreaser chemical? Did I damage the carb or can I just run it through with another cleaning product?

[@solidstatealchemy9080]

@@MarshallBLewis you oxidized thw surface, that grey/back coating is oxidized aluminum. A brillo pad and an aluminum safe cleaner should shine it right up.

[@ren3171]

12:12 Yes! Thank you! That's why our ultrasonic cleaner keeps breaking at work!

[@oBseSsIoNPC]

haha, imagine the whole thing full with gasoline. That ought to be a fun video. Surely you get a high at the least. I do like the idea of smaller items being contained like that and I am going to try the ziploc bags, they are supposed to work really well. R/O water, degreaser car wash solution etc.

[@chemania1]

Ziploc freezer bags. Put solution and part in. Squeeze out excess air and seal.

[@joecool7152]

Just don't let the plastic touch the bottom like I did - the vibrations melt a hole in the ziploc! I'm going to try leaving the air in so it floats next time ;-)

[@chemania1]

@@joecool7152 I leave the plastic tray in mine . Great advise! I will remember.

[@chrisbcritter6112]

Wouldn't the basket insert prevent a plastic bag from touching the bottom???

[@joecool7152]

@@chrisbcritter6112 In my case the corner of the bag poked through the basket and contacted the bottom.

[@celli351]

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]

You're Welcome...

[@edwardstavola3639]

How often do you change the gas once it's dirty??

[@tonymontana897]

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]

Thanks Mate!

[@5705Seahorse]

Excellent tutorial. I'm just about to buy an ultrasonic cleaner and will be following your suggestions. BTW I come from the part of the world where we call gasoline petrol!

[@JAGATechnologies]

Great video, but I have a question. Are you using the heat option when using the gasoline or de-greaser. I am new to ultra sonic cleaners and dont want to start a fire or anything, thanks a bunch!

[@MACISUS]

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. 😄

[@PinkyGhostling]

Disclaimer, I am far from an expert, this is just something i have learn in my many years in the PVD coating industry The reason why the metal change colour when using a de-greaser or some other stuff like it is, because it is either getting oxidized or straight up dissolved. I have work with big ultrasonic cleaners (30, 80 and 200 litters) for more than 15 years and even after all that time I am still learning, likewise is the manufactures. One thing is, avoid anything flammable in the ultrasonic cleaner, there is a risk of explosive fire. putting part in a plastic or glass jar or anything else, will reduce the cleaning effect (not stopping it, just reducing.) like Steve is hinting, the right cleaning solution will do the job. for aluminium, jewellery, glasses and any other stuff like it, use PH neutral dish soap. for copper based metals (copper, brass, bronze etc.) use a slightly acid cleaning solution like vinegar. (for best result clean it in dishwasher soap first to remove any grease and fingerprint, because these will leave a mark) for stainless and tool steel use a more aggressive non-flammable solvent that just some of the things I have learn through the years in my daily work cleaning tool part and be injections moulds to get them completely degreased prior to PVD coating

[@GodsChild145]

Thank you for the awesome tips on which cleaning solutions.

[@darkerbinding6933]

just be careful about heat in the ultrasonic, when using jars with tops. You can burst one open due to the expansion of the contents. It all depends on the contents and how much heat you use. If that was Gasoline, it could get a bit more than exciting.

[@dcharnas2592]

Have you tried putting a part in a freezer zip lock bag with the cleaning solution and letting a little air out of the bag so it stays fully submerged... Just a thought.

[@ScottWConvid19]

Ziploc??? The idea is to keep the gasoline from polluting the water.

[@rickster7834]

I sometimes use Ziploc bags for small parts (using water in the bag). Works great - no problems. I wouldn't use gas in a bag though. Gonna try out the jar idea.

[@cattmann1405]

I've got one of those food sealer devices that heat seals both ends of the plastic, the plastic comes in rolls so the bag can be made to fit. Also has the option to suck out the air prior to sealing. The plastic is thicker than ziplocs. You could fill it with whatever fluid prior to sealing and then just cut it open when done. May have to try this, Steve... Great solution to a pet peeve of mine.

[@dcharnas2592]

@@ScottWConvid19 The zip lock bag stays sealed, it is NOT open.

[@jrkorman]

@@dcharnas2592 I've noted that zip lock bags stay sealed right up to the point where you REALLY need them to be sealed, then they don't!

[@lewissmart7915]

I want that noise played at my funeral

[@shootthemoon6072]

Then everyone gets a taser; last one standing gets all your stuff. 🤣😂🤣

[@TheCobraClone58]

Love the channe keep up the good work in the content. ldo alot of small engine repair and was wondering what size ultrasonic cleaner you would recommend. I was also wondering if a cylinder from a twin cylinder engine would fit in the one you have.

[@richardgosztyla697]

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]

Thank You...

[@GaryNorton_C]

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]

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

[@tomjonas7384]

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

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Any time!

[@superwesman]

"I don't like having glass in my shop" says the guy standing in front of a display wall of glass bottles, with a glass bottle at hand 😜

[@stanparsley9186]

I just use gasoline and pressure washer for my dentures...

[@Joe-ho6fo]

I use Scotch. It doesn’t clean but after a few cleanings, who cares.

[@johnnygilchrist6960]

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]

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

[@SteffanoDucati]

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

[@notlohhcaz]

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

[@richardweaver6190]

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

[@logicalguy488]

I don't like glass in my shop ... while there are a hundred old beer bottles right behind him. LMAO

[@mcflonomcfloonyloo5236]

Why you blew your old one up is that if you do not have enough liquid or it's empty, there's an enormous amount of reflected sound, all that goes back into your ultrasonic transducers, which work both ways and it ends up blowing the driver circuitry on the other side.

[@crapshootah]

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]

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!

[@moaski]

Simple green pro hd is a non-corrosive cleaner degreaser.

[@indenial3340]

"A better solution" I see what you did there😄

[@carmelafrigand9183]

Grease Police Magic degreaser

[@FireFighter2404]

Apple cider vinegar for rusty parts

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Right on ...

[@Threedog1963]

Yeah, don't clean coins of value in there. The value will drop the more it is cleaned. Also, it is my understanding you need to be careful what gems you put in there. Diamonds are hard and can handle it. Pearls are softer and will dull down a lot. I've never cleaned jewelry in mine, but I have read to be aware.

[@unclemarksdiyauto]

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

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Thank You...

[@biggie9817]

Simple Green works well, I've used 50 50 water mix on carburetors that had aluminum bases and did not get that grey coating you mentioned. They cleaned up well. The only negative was a little powder residue left over, in some spots (not a a lot of areas, tiny amounts) I think that de-greaser your're using is a phosphate based cleaner and that can leave the grey deposits, especially if you use the heater. I use heat for a better clean ( 35 C / 95 F ), and can walk away from it, I would not walk away from gasoline, in that cleaner hot or cold, way too volatile for my comfort.

[@riccardocarbo2479]

Solvents in a container seems workably safe, as long as the seal is good and the glass is strong (plastic not cracked or seeping through the lid).

[@mukunet]

I've used Berrymans Parts cleaner with excellent results. For bearings I use kerosene.

[@dpyles9396]

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

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

WOW! Thank You...

[@raywalz4952]

Hmmm...Next vid..."The best beer to use in an ultrasonic cleaner."...Surely I jest. Great vid. Best to you and yours.

[@jimbefit3073]

All the beer goes to the head, nothing g to drink!

[@antrygrevok6440]

WHEN using a water-based cleaner in an ultrasonic-cleaner, THEN use non-foaming cleaning-solution, AND always use ear-protection. The basic cleaning-solution to use in them is water+washing-soda. Why washing-soda? Because it is sufficiently-alkali to destroy any oil/grease, AND it doesn't foam. You NEED to get the amount of liquid in the ultrasonic-cleaner up to its proper level ( running it too-low can damage your machine's transducers. I add just a tiny bit of "he" laundry-detergent, to get the enzymes in it.

[@nitrosport5]

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

[@andrewp612]

Steve, one thing I heard, don't stick any part of your fingers/hand in there while it's running because it causes the same cavitation against the bones in your fingers. Don't know how true that is, but I believe it enough to avoid it!

[@getyourkicksagain]

Yes, it is true. It'll also eat away at the cartilage of your joints. I looked it up after feeling my cuticles tingle when in the water whilst activated. Not good.

[@843292]

O.k. it's official! The internet agrees, don't put your hand in there while it's running!

[@danburch9989]

I would think diesel fuel would be somewhat safer than gasooline for oily and greasy parts. It has a higher flash point and lower volatility but like any fuel, it still can be a problem if not handled safely. It can degrade some rubber and plastic parts that are not normally exposed to diesel fuel.

[@dlkline27]

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]

You are so welcome!

[@1972mdc]

Simple green…and it’s biodegradable. Love your videos and tips

[@thestorytelleruk]

For years I've been using petrol in an old saucepan to clean bike chains and gears by hand. Cleans in minutes. Only downside is that it starts to burn the hands. Gloves you say? Hmmm!

[@darrylmcleman6456]

I think they used one of those machines in making the Frankenstein films.Sound effects!!!

[@shootthemoon6072]

🤣Good ear! It does sound similar, but it was a Tesla Coil or a Jacob's Ladder you heard in Frankenstein. Electroboom built both on his channel if you'd like to check them out. He's hilarious too.

[@Maginel73]

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.

[@mylinedancer]

After watching this video I went out and bought one.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Right on