57014000 - Protex Alclean Aluminum Cleaner and Brightener 1 Gallon

Essential Pre-Weld Aluminum Preparation

Every welder knows that aluminum is unforgiving when it comes to cleanliness. The Protex Alclean Aluminum Cleaner & Brightener is your liquid solution to the biggest headache in aluminum welding: oxidation. Before you strike an arc, the base metal must be free of the refractory oxide layer that melts at a much higher temperature than the aluminum itself. While mechanical cleaning with a stainless steel brush is standard, Protex Alclean allows you to chemically strip oxides from large areas or hard-to-reach crevices where brushes can't fit.

This 1-gallon jug provides ample supply for busy fabrication shops. The solution not only removes oxides but also degreases the surface, ensuring that hydrogen-inducing hydrocarbons are eliminated before welding. This significantly reduces the risk of porosity in your TIG or MIG welds. For restoration projects, Alclean works as a brightener, turning old, stained aluminum parts into fresh-looking metal with a uniform finish.

Usage Tips: Apply the solution from bottom to top to avoid streaking, allow it to dwell for a few minutes (do not let it dry on the surface), and rinse thoroughly with water. The result is a chemically clean surface that promotes better wetting action during welding and superior adhesion for any subsequent painting or coating. Add Protex Alclean to your shop's chemical cabinet and ensure your aluminum prep is up to professional standards.