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Welding of stainless steel produces a discoloration of the surface that must be removed to restore the corrosion resistance of the stainless steel and to improve its appearance.  

The patented SURFOX Cleaning System for stainless steel offers outstanding time savings in restoring a bright finish to welded stainless steel.  Surface discoloration (bluing) from TIG welding and spot welds is removed instantly and the original mill finish is restored, requiring no further treatment.

The SURFOX Cleaning System is a revolutionary alternative to passivation with pickling paste (a slow process using very aggressive and hazardous acids) or abrasives (slower and the original finish is difficult to match). 


Here's how it works:

1. Surfox-T electrolyte solution is delivered to the cleaning tip in measured pump strokes.

2. The special cleaning pad is soaked by the electrolyte.

3. Electric current activates the electrolyte and dissolves the discoloration of the stainless steel (electrochemical deoxidizing).

4. Multi-function push-button switches in the hand piece turn the unit on and off and control the delivery of the electrolyte solution to the tip.

5. Built-in vapor suction evacuates fumes. (Surfox-200 Only)


SPECIFICATIONS
  Surfox-101 Surfox-102
Electrical input/output: 120V, 50/60Hz, 3.0A 30V AC 120V 50/60Hz, 6.0A 10/20/30V AC or DC
Vapor suction: no* yes
Tank capacity: 64 ounces (1.7 liters) 64 ounces (1.7 liters)
Dimensions: 19" x 8" x 11 3/4" (480x200x300 mm) 22 1/2" x 8" x 11 3/4"  (570x200x300 mm)
Length of hose: 10 feet (3.0 meters) 10 feet (3.0 meters)
Weight: 29 lbs. (13.2 kg) 30 lbs. (13.8 kg)
Order No: W54-D 112 W54-D 212
Standard equipment 101 and 202: 3 cleaning pads, 1 Teflon ring, 1 cleaning boot, 1 measuring cup, 1 ground wire with clamp, 1 2.5mm hexagon key and 1 carrying case.

*Use in well ventilated area or with auxiliary vapor suction.


TIME SAVINGS AND SAFETY:

  • Portable - Bring the Surfox machine to the workplace.
  • Convenient - The cleaning liquid is delivered automatically to the cleaning tip by an integrated pump system - without spills, just the right amount and without stopping the cleaning action.
  • Fast - Cleaning and passivation of a typical TIG weld is done at a speed of 3 feet/min.
  • Safe - SURFOX-T Electrolyte Cleaning Liquid is activated to do aggressive cleaning through electrolytic action.  SUFROX-T is much less hazardous for the operator than pickling paste, hydrofluoric or nitric acid.
  • Easy Clean Up - Wipe dry with a rag or wash off with water.  Does not require neutralizing.
  • Versatile - Use the Surfox machine for permanent marking (black etching) of your finished stainless steel components with the optional marking kit.

 

 

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