IPA Isopropanol Industrial
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Propan-2-ol 99% | Lab Quality | MADE IN UK
Isopropanol Alcohol 99.99%, commonly referred to as IPA, is a clear and highly flammable liquid with a potent odour that rapidly evaporates. It boasts excellent solvency properties, effectively dissolving a wide range of non-polar compounds while leaving virtually no oily residue. Compared to other solvents, isopropanol alcohol stands out for its relatively low toxicity, making it a versatile choice for various applications such as cleaning, disinfection, fuel additive, solvent, and pharmaceutical/medical uses.
This high-performance solvent is known for its quick evaporation, enabling it to efficiently dissolve and eliminate substances like dust, dirt, ink, oils, and grime that tend to accumulate on electrical components over time. Isopropanol alcohol's capacity to dissolve oils makes it an ideal choice for cleaning a wide range of electronic devices, including contact pins, magnetic tape and disk heads (e.g., audio and video tape recorders, floppy disk drives), laser lenses in optical disc drives (e.g., CD, DVD), as well as removing thermal paste from heatsinks and IC packages (e.g., CPUs).
1.
What is isopropanol alcohol?
Isopropanol alcohol is a clear and flammable
liquid with a sharp odour and is most used in the making of rubbing alcohol. It
is also used in the making of skin and hair products, dyes, antifreeze, and
perfumes. its chemical composition (C3H8O).
2. What are the
uses of isopropanol alcohol?
The various applications of isopropanol
alcohol are cleaning and disinfecting surfaces, treating minor wounds, as
solvent, Hospitals, cleanrooms, and electronics or medical device
manufacturing.
2. Is isopropanol alcohol safe to use
on the skin?
Isopropanol
alcohol is safe for use on the skin along with precautions, possible skin
reactions, follow guidelines for proper usage.
4. Is isopropanol
alcohol safe to ingest?
An important warning that isopropanol
alcohol should never be ingested due to its toxic effects, which can lead to
severe health issues or even be life-threatening.
5. Can isopropanol
alcohol be used to kill germs and bacteria?
Isopropanol alcohol is commonly used as a
disinfectant and antiseptic agent due to its ability to kill germs, bacteria,
and viruses. However, the appropriate concentration is vital for effectiveness.
6. What is the
recommended concentration of isopropanol alcohol for disinfection?
The ideal concentration is typically
(60-70%) of isopropanol alcohol to achieve effective disinfection and a warning
against using higher concentrations, which may be less effective.
7. Can isopropanol
alcohol be used to clean electronic devices?
Isopropanol alcohol can be used to clean
electronic devices, such as keyboards, mousepads, computer monitors, laptop
exteriors, game controllers, screens and circuit boards, due to its
effectiveness to clean and quickly evaporate.
8. Can isopropanol
alcohol remove ink stains?
Isopropyl alcohol eats away and
disintegrates water-based printer ink and this allows you to wash out and
remove the stain much easier. Isopropyl alcohol is also safe to use on most
materials and should not degrade or discolour any of the clothing that it is
applied to but the results may vary depending on the type of ink and material
being treated.
9. Is it safe to
mix isopropanol alcohol with other substances?
Mixing isopropanol alcohol with certain
substances, such as bleach or ammonia can produce toxic fumes that could cause
damage to your eyes, lungs and liver so it should be strictly avoided.
10. Can
isopropanol alcohol cause any side effects or allergies?
The potential side effects include skin
rash, itching, dryness and redness or respiratory irritation caused by
excessive or prolonged exposure to isopropanol alcohol. Seek medical advice if
needed.
1. Cleaning
agent: Isopropanol alcohol is commonly used as a cleaning
agent, especially for electronic devices and delicate surfaces. It effectively
removes dirt, oils, and grime without leaving residue.
2. Disinfectant:
Isopropanol alcohol is a powerful disinfectant that kills bacteria, viruses,
and fungi. It is commonly used to clean wounds, sterilize medical equipment,
and sanitize surfaces in healthcare settings.
3. Hand
sanitizer: Isopropanol alcohol is a key ingredient in many hand
sanitizers. It helps kill germs and bacteria on your hands when soap and water
are not readily available.
4. Antiseptic:
Isopropanol alcohol is used as an antiseptic to clean and disinfect minor cuts,
burns, and scrapes. It helps prevent infection and aids in the healing process.
5. Solvent:
Isopropanol alcohol is a versatile solvent. It can dissolve many common
substances, making it useful for cleaning ink stains, removing adhesive
residues, and diluting paints or varnishes.
6. De-icer:
Isopropanol alcohol is often added to windshield washer fluids and de-icing
solutions. It helps to prevent freezing and remove ice or frost from car
windshields, aircraft surfaces, and other frozen areas.
7.
Fuel additive: Isopropanol alcohol is used as a fuel additive
in some gasoline blends. It improves the combustion efficiency, helps prevent
engine deposits, and reduces emissions.
8. Cooling
agent: Isopropanol alcohol has a low freezing point, and when
applied to the skin, it has a cooling effect. This property makes it useful for
cooling feverish or overheated individuals, or for soothing minor burns.
9.
Ink remover: Isopropanol alcohol can effectively remove ink
stains from various surfaces, including fabrics, carpets, and hard surfaces
like countertops or desks.
10. Electronics
cleaning: Isopropanol alcohol is widely used to clean
electronics, such as computer circuit boards, mobile phones, and keyboards. It
helps remove dust, dirt, and smudges without damaging sensitive components.
Highly flammable liquid and vapour.
Causes serious eye irritation.
May cause drowsiness or dizziness.
Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot
surface. – No smoking.
IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and
keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing.
IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for
several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue
rinsing.
Avoid breathing
dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
Wear protective gloves/protective
clothing/eye protection/face protection.
please seek medical advice/attention if you feel
unwell.