What is silicone oil washing process?

Washing off silicone oil is the process to clear pdms oily film from workpiece surface. The operation method differs greatly according to silicone oil thickness and base material.

Main application scenarios

Removing silicone oil stain on glass containers, washing silicone lubricant off rubber seals, cleaning silicone contamination on medical parts, workshop fixture daily maintenance.

Core knowledge

1. Light silicone oil stain: wipe with lint-free cloth dipped in silicone cleaner.

2. Continuous batch parts: adopt immersion cleaning or ultrasonic washing line.

3. Water alone cannot wash silicone oil, as pdms is hydrophobic.

4. After washing, complete drying is essential to avoid water marks.

5. Medical grade components need residual verification after washing.