New Britain, CT – June 5, 2024 – MicroCare LLC is proud to announce the expansion of its precision cleaning fluid line with the introduction of new Tergo™ vapor degreasing cleaning fluids. These innovative cleaning solutions are designed to meet diverse industrial technical cleaning needs with distinctive formulas that deliver reliable and repeatable cleaning performance.
One standout of the Tergo™ lineup is the Tergo™ XCF2 Specialty Cleaning Fluid, Flux Remover and Degreaser. It offers exceptional cleaning benefits, effectively removing heavy greases, silicone oils, and challenging organic contaminants from metals, alloys, composites, and some plastics. Its high, >100 Kb value cleaning power ensures thorough heavy degreasing and flux removal, while its low surface tension and high liquid density make it ideal for particle displacement and as a carrier fluid for fluorinated polymers, oils, and greases.
Tergo™ XCF2 also excels as a drying agent after hydrocarbon or alcohol cleaning, and is a superior replacement for HCFCs, HFEs, nPB, Perc, TCE, and other solvents like 3M Novec™ 71DA, 72DA and Solvay Solvokane™. It is thermally and hydrolytically stable, non-flammable, non-corrosive, and has an extremely low Global Warming Potential (GWP) of <1 and a zero Ozone Depletion Potential (ODP). It is PFAS-free under current United States and European definitions.
“Our new Tergo™ cleaning fluids are formulated to offer comparable, if not enhanced, performance to the 3M Novec™ solvents, which are known for their performance and reliability,” said Tom Tattersall, CEO of MicroCare. “We are committed to providing our customers with high-quality alternatives that maintain the integrity of their cleaning processes without causing major disruptions to their processes or budgets.”
Fast drying and recoverable by simple distillation, Tergo™ XCF2 is compatible with ultrasonics, making it versatile for critical cleaning applications in aerospace and medical industries. This specialty solvent blend is suitable for both open-top and vacuum vapor degreasers, providing exceptional material compatibility and efficiency.
The Tergo™ non-water-based vapor degreasing fluids integrate seamlessly into existing equipment and processes, requiring minimal adjustments. These nonflammable fluids ensure chemical stability and enhanced safety during usage and storage.
With ample production capacity in New Britain, CT, the new MicroCare Tergo™ fluids are readily available for immediate global shipment, eliminating import delays and ensuring uninterrupted supply.
MicroCare offers extensive technical assistance to minimize disruption during the fluid transition. The company’s Critical Cleaning Lab, staffed by expert chemists, conducts contamination analysis, performs cleaning tests on customer components, and helps optimize cleaning techniques for optimal results at the lowest cost per clean.
For more information or to discuss which Tergo™ fluid best fits your needs, contact MicroCare today. Plan your transition now to avoid supply shortages and ensure your operations continue smoothly with the trusted cleaning performance of MicroCare Tergo™ cleaning fluids.
For more information about MicroCare, LLC and its innovative cleaning solutions, visit microcare.com.
Editor’s Notes:
MicroCare, LLC, headquartered in New Britain, CT, is a rapidly expanding global company. Since its establishment in 1983, MicroCare has been at the forefront of manufacturing environmentally progressive fluids and tools for critical cleaning applications. These products cater to a wide array of industries, including electronics, metal finishing, transportation, telecommunications, medical device manufacturing, and medical/dental/veterinary infection prevention. Complementing its product offerings, MicroCare boasts a resolute team of chemists and technical engineers committed to helping companies in using these fluids safely, effectively, and economically.
With an ISO 9001:2015 registered quality system, MicroCare maintains a commitment to continual improvement and product expansion. The company houses full research and development labs in Connecticut and Colorado, supporting innovation and advancement in its product range. In addition to its manufacturing facilities and global logistics centers in Connecticut and Colorado, MicroCare also operates facilities in the UK and Singapore. Its portfolio encompasses renowned brands such as MicroCare™ cleaning fluids, Sticklers™ fiber optic cleaners, MicroCare Medical™ lubricating fluids, Spec Clean™ disinfectants and ACID Magic™ water treatments.