I've Googled and searched CNC zone.... I've tried cleaners and alcohol.
How do I get the @#$@#$ text off of extruded aluminum? Do I need something like acetone?
Thanks!
-Jeff
I've Googled and searched CNC zone.... I've tried cleaners and alcohol.
How do I get the @#$@#$ text off of extruded aluminum? Do I need something like acetone?
Thanks!
-Jeff
try scotch brite pads! This may be too labor intensive though! This is basically going to polish it off. Hope this may help!
Chad
Sorry, I forgot to say I tried those first Too labor intensive.
-Jeff
Look for one of the solvents sold for getting graffiti off or for cleaning off the adhesive residue left by labels. I think one brand is called Goof-Off or something.
Acetone works as does laquer thinner. The ink is (more than likely from what I see) MEK based so using MEK would most appropriate but Acetone or laquer thinner is more readily available as you know.
Carb cleaner works, too.
Scott
Consistency is a good thing....unless you're consistently an idiot.
I usually use acetone or scotchbrite when I feel ambitious. I think that Lowes has MEK and I know that they carry acetone.
Many times the synthetic coolants will disolve the ink. I have had the lettering running after removing from the machines. I think a strong alkaline cleaner will do the same thing. Wheel cleaner from the parts store will also work.
hangsterfers S-500 coolant will desolve it
Acetone works with very little elbow grease. I weld aluminum on a daily basis, and use acetone on the filler and material to be welded. The ink will wipe right off.
For follow up....
I tried goof-off cleaner... didn't work...
I tired acetone, and that worked GREAT! I've ordered one of those little solvent pump-cap jars to minimize waste and exposure.
Thanks everyone!
-Jeff