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Stewart Systems Ekoetch Aluminum Etch / Cleaner
MFR Model# E675-Q
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EkoEtch is a product designed to prepare aluminum for coatings. Aluminum naturally oxidizes very quickly in the presence of air. Once a thin, invisible film of oxidation coats aluminum, it becomes fairly stable and is resistant to further corrosion. This becomes an issue when coatings are to be applied to the aluminum. Coatings will adhere to the oxidation and will come off with the oxidation. In order to adhere coatings to aluminum, this oxidation must be removed.
EkoEtch is an acid etch product that not only dissolves the oxidation but also slightly eats into the surface of the aluminum creating a porous surface that coatings can adhere to. Etching aluminum with EkoEtch is absolutely essential to achieving good adhesion of the coatings. Primer must be applied soon after etching or the aluminum will need to be re-etched. EkoEtch is only for aluminum and should not be used on any other substrate. |
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Reviews
Shipped quicker than getting it direct from manufacturer and was even a little less expensive.
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Aluminum Etch And Cleaner Quart
Worked well,diluted as recommended.
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Aluminum Etch And Cleaner Quart
A good product, quickly etches the metals surface. Works well in conjunction with the de-greaser. Follow the instructions on the bottle and be sure to pressure wash parts to remove the etching material.
Q&A
Please note, Aircraft Spruce ®'s personnel are not certified aircraft mechanics and can only provide general support and ideas, which should not be relied upon or implemented in lieu of consulting an A&P or other qualified technician. Aircraft Spruce ® assumes no responsibility or liability for any issue or problem which may arise from any repair, modification or other work done from this knowledge base. Any product eligibility information provided here is based on general application guides and we recommend always referring to your specific aircraft parts manual, the parts manufacturer or consulting with a qualified mechanic.
Per Vendor: No, this product is only used for aluminum. The product you are looking for is the EKOClean. P/N# 09-03089 (Quart) or P/N# 09-03090 (Gallon).
Aluminum should not be etched unless it is going to be primed. It is better protected with its alclad coating on it. The etch will remove that and the alloy aluminum under it is more susceptible to corrosion.
