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1.1
Mode of operation
SONOREX ultrasonic baths use the effect of cavitation. Under their oscillating tank
bottoms they contain piezoelectric transducers, the energy of which is transferred
to the bath liquid with ultrasound frequency as mechanical oscillations. As a result,
microscopically small bubbles are continuously formed in the bath liquid, which release
energy upon imploding and generate local microcurrents. This process is called
cavitation. During the cleaning process, it causes contamination to be "blasted" from
the hard surfaces of the objects being treated. At the same time, dirt particles are
removed and fresh bath liquid
fl
ows in.
During sonochemical processes, cavitation may have a catalytic effect, e.g. with the
production of stable emulsions or the rapid degasi
fi
cation of
fl
uids with a high gas
content.
1.2
Purpose
SONOREX TECHNIK ultrasonic baths are intended for the sonication of aqueous
liquids. They work on the basis of low-frequency ultrasound and can be used in
versatile ways. Their main application is the gentle and intensive cleaning of objects of
diverse shapes, types and sizes.
Sonication is always carried out together with a suitable preparation that is added to
the bath
fl
uid. In order to use the device as intended, a basket or other inset beaker is
required, into which objects are placed during sonication. An optimum diffusion of the
ultrasound can only be guaranteed in this manner.
The unit is operated from the front. SONOREX TECHNIK ultrasonic baths are designed
as
fl
oor-standing units.
1.3
CE conformity
The units ful
fi
ll the CE marking criteria of the following European Directives:
- "Low-voltage
directive"
- "Electromagnetic compatibility" directive
in their currently valid versions.
A declaration of conformity can be requested from the manufacturer by providing the
serial number.
