Best ultrasonic cleaner

[UltraViolet]

I have some tanks, rbas, etc that need a good cleaning. Am looking at getting an ultrasonic cleaner. Looking on Amazon, but could buy elsewhere. Any suggestions on the best (reasonably priced) one i can buy? Thanks.

 

[bussdriver]

Check the frequency the cleaner operates at. A true ultrasonic cleaner operates in the range of 20 to 400 khz (20,000 to 400,000 Hz). These provide true ultrasonic cleaning. Many cheaper models operate at a much lower frequency, simply vibrating the objects, and are ineffective cleaners. The higher the frequency the smaller the cavitation bubbles and the smaller the intricacies that can be cleaned. Beware though, a true ultrasonic cleaner may be a little hard on silica wicks.

 

[Dakota Jim]

Here is the one I have and I use it about 2 times a week - it works fine and I have had no issues with it in the last 7 months

Amazon.com: Joy4Less Ultasonic Cleaner Model 7810, Digital: Electronics

 

[jameth]

I just got this one recently, really nice, has timer settings up to 8 mins, and 3 different power levels.

This thing at full power for a couple cycles at 8 mins each, with nothing but tap water, will start to strip paint off an EVOD!

Love it!

Amazon.com: Ivation IVUC96S Digital Ultrasonic Cleaner with Adjustable Power, Removable 17-ounce Stainless Steel Wide Tank, Jewelry Basket, Watch & Earring Holder, CD DVD Stand, 5 Individual Cleaning Cycles & Auto-Shut-off - Generates 42,000 Ultra So

 

[UltraViolet]

Also, what kind of cleaner/solvent do people use in it?

 

[jameth]

Straight up tap water was able to strip paint off an EVOD in this machine for me!

I have since cleaned a KFL, a Fogger, bunch of random attys and cartos, all came out amazing.

If you have one of those funky juices that sticks in your gear no matter what you do, throwing a little alcohol in there would probably be a good idea.

But really, enough time in there with just straight tap water even seems to get most of that out as well.