Data matrix code and serial number M123456 laser-etched onto a metallic surface
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Electrochemical Etching

Electrochemical Etching Stencil Cleaners

Cleaners and neutralizers are not the same thing, and we keep them on separate pages on purpose. A cleaner prepares the part before etching, removing oils, films, and other contamination so the mark comes out clean. A neutralizer treats the part after it's been marked, protecting it from corrosion at the mark site. We've seen customers reach for one where they meant the other, and it costs real time on the floor, so the distinction is worth being explicit about.

How to Choose
Etching Stencil Cleaners

Choose based on how much cleaning power the part's surface condition requires.

Cleaner #1 and Cleaner #3

are mild, near-neutral pH cleaners, suited to light contamination and routine pre-etch prep.

Cleaner #2

is a stronger alkaline cleaner, around pH 11, for parts that need more aggressive cleaning before etching.

Item Sizes
Cleaner #1 1 qt, 5 gal, sample
Cleaner #2 1 qt, 5 gal, sample
Cleaner #3 1 qt, 5 gal, sample
LIC Cleaner 1 qt, 5 gal, sample
SC Stencil Cleaner 1 qt, 5 gal, sample
▪ Frequently Asked Questions

Etching Stencil Cleaners FAQs

Keep your stencils running longer between replacements. Talk to an engineer about a cleaning routine, or add the right cleaner to your quote.