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Electrochemical Etching
Electrochemical Etching Neutralizers
Etching is a cosmetic mark that requires a chemical reaction, and any residual electrolyte left on a part is an active corrosion risk. Neutralizing is a necessary step that keeps a reaction from continuing after the part leaves the marking station. Monode provides businesses with neutralizing products and protective oils for etched parts.
Etching Neutralizers, Cleaners & Oils
The right formula and size for every etching workflow.
Monode’s standard-strength neutralizer, cleaner, and rust-preventive oil lineup — 14 formulas, each available in the packaging sizes that fit your usage volume, from single quarts to 5-gallon pails.
How to Choose
Etching Neutralizing Products
The right neutralizer depends on your volume and method, not chemistry quality.
If you're treating parts individually, by wiping or spraying, our ready-to-use formulas (ESN, XXX, #20, #30, #250, RV-151, RV-2350, Neutralyte, and APC) apply directly, no mixing required.
If you're running batches or immersion neutralizing, our concentrated formulas (#90C, RV-50, RV-53, RV-57) is built for that: dilute 1:15 with water and you're set up for repeated immersion cycles rather than repeated individual applications.
After cleaning, RPO/Polarized Oil adds a further layer of in-plant corrosion protection for parts that need to hold up in storage or transit before their next process step.
| Name | Feature / Application |
|---|---|
| Neutralizers | |
| ESN Neutralizer | Environmentally Safe Neutralizer |
| ESN Neutralizer Spray | 22 Oz Spray & Wipe |
| XXX Neutralizer | Nuclear Grade Neutralizer |
| #20 Neutralizer | |
| #30 Neutralizer | |
| #250 Neutralizer | |
| RV-151 Neutralizer | |
| Neutralyte | |
| APC Neutralizer | All Purpose Neutralizer |
| M-44 Neutralizing Tissues | 4" x 4" squares / 200 per pkg. |
| RPO/Polarized Oil | Parts Protection |
| Concentrates -- For immersion neutralizing of parts. For work solution, dilute Formula 1:15 with water. | |
| #90C Neutralizer | Light/General Purpose |
| RV-50 Neutralizer | Standard Neutralize & Protect |
| RV-53 Neutralizer | Stronger Neutralize & Protect |
| RV-57 Neutralizer | Tough Duty Neutralizer |
| pH Testing Supplies | |
| pH Testing Pen | |
| pH Testing Paper (100/Box) | |
Formula Selector: ESN Neutralizer · XXX Neutralizer · #20 Neutralizer · #30 Neutralizer · #250 Neutralizer · RV-151 Neutralizer · RV-2350 Neutralizer · Neutralyte · APC Neutralizer · Cleaner #1 · Cleaner #2 · Cleaner #3 · LIC Cleaner · SC Stencil Cleaner · RPO/Polarized Oil
Packaging Availability by Formula:
| Formula | 1 QT (Std. Cost, 1–6 qts) | Qty. Disc. (7 Quarts+) | One Gallon Jug | 5 Gal (Best Value) | 22oz Non-Aerosol Spray (Each/Case of 6) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ESN Neutralizer | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | |
| XXX Neutralizer | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ||
| #20 Neutralizer | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ||
| #30 Neutralizer | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ||
| #250 Neutralizer | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ||
| RV-151 Neutralizer | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ||
| RV-2350 Neutralizer | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ||
| Neutralyte | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | |
| APC Neutralizer | ✓ | ✓ | |||
| Cleaner #1 | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | |
| Cleaner #2 | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | |
| Cleaner #3 | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ||
| LIC Cleaner | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | |
| SC Stencil Cleaner | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | |
| RPO/Polarized Oil | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Additional Options: 55-gallon drums available for all formulas above, quoted upon request · 4oz sample sizes available
Why It Matters: Etching is an aggressive chemical process, and leftover electrolyte residue can become a corrosion initiation site if not neutralized. Every etched part needs to be neutralized after marking — and following up with a rust-preventive oil (RPO) provides in-plant protection for parts afterward.
Application Methods:
- Wiping — A pad saturated with neutralizer wipes the part; because the pad accumulates electrolyte faster than neutralizer over repeated use, a fresh disposable paper towel (or similar) should be used after each wipe to avoid reintroducing electrolyte and causing corrosion.
- Soaking — Parts are submerged in a neutralizing solution formulated to counteract the electrolyte. Solutions are typically diluted up to 15 parts water depending on application; soak time is roughly 10 minutes, reducible with agitation. Following up with RPO further guards against corrosion.
Good For: Post-etch corrosion prevention on any electrochemically marked part · Wiping workflows (hand marking) · High-volume usage (5-gallon and drum sizing) · Stencil-specific cleaning (SC Stencil Cleaner)
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