Copper is a high-purity metal, but impurities such as dust, oil, dirt and fingerprints can be left on the surface. These can be cleaned using chemical processes, though there is a risk that the cleaning will leave surface defects on the copper.
Suitable abrasives for cleaning copper include silicon carbide or stainless steel pads, and powdered pumice stone in a 5% oxalic solution. Degreasing may be performed using a solvent such as butyl glycol or trichloroethylene.
An automated, real-time surface inspection system can verify the success of cleaning with greater accuracy than manual inspection, and without slowing down the production speed.
CASE STUDIES
Metal insights forge greater ROI for copper manufacturer
Customer: Sofia Med -
www.sofiamed.bg
Industry: Copper
Products(s):
SmartView®
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