SafEtch - Non-fuming cleaner
PROSOCO SafEtch® is an effective, safe alternative to traditional acidic compounds for cleaning and preparing horizontal or vertical concrete for application of additional coatings, including hardeners/densifiers and clear or pigmented coatings.
On fired clay surfaces, SafEtch® effectively removes common construction and atmospheric staining, including excess grout and mortar modified with latex or other acrylic additives.
SafEtch® rids surfaces of embedded oil, grease, excess mortar, efflorescence and dirt. On cementitious surfaces, SafEtch® dissolves a small amount of the surface while the aggregates remain untouched. That mild “etch” creates greater surface area for more complete penetration and effectiveness of any protective treatment. It’s ideal for projects where traditional acidic cleaners are not allowed.
Non-fuming SafEtch® contains no hydrochloric or other traditional inorganic acids and is safe for use on and around most metal surfaces. Additionally, it is up to 70 percent more effective than citric and glycolic acids, and 50 percent more effective than phosphoric acid.
Features and Benefits
- Proven effective for removing common construction soiling, including mortar smears.
- Effective on fired clay surfaces using latex-modified grout.
- Replaces traditional mineral and organic acid products.
- Removes efflorescence on decorative paving treatments.
- Low-odor and water-rinsable.
TECHNICAL DATA
- FORM: Clear purple liquid; pleasant odor
- VOC CONTENT: Non-applicable
- SHELF LIFE: 3 years in tightly sealed, unopened container
- PH: <1.0 @ 1:3 dilution
- COVERAGE RATE: 100-500 sq ft/gal. See Product Data Sheet for variations per substrate.
- FREEZE POINT: –22° F (–30° C)
- FLASH POINT: >200° F (>93° C)
- TOTAL SOLIDS: Non-applicable
- WT/GAL: 9.24 lbs
- AVAILABLE SIZES: 1-gal, 5-gal
Pallet Pricing also available - call 541-341-3390 for details.
