Can Light Oil Be Used as a Transfer Agent in an Ultrasonic Cleaner?

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The discussion centers on the use of light oil as a transfer agent in ultrasonic cleaners. A user inquired about substituting water with light oil in a glass container, but the manufacturer's lab representative expressed concerns about oil residue and corrosion issues associated with plain water. Despite the recommendation for a proprietary cleaning solution, the user seeks clarity on the effectiveness and potential drawbacks of using light oil in this application.

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Dwayne Oxford
Want to do same but in glass container instead of directly in the reservoir as he did.
Called the manufacturer, got transferred to their "lab guy" who seemed bumfuzzled by what I want to do, dis-recommended plain water in the reservoir, citing potential corrosion issues??, recommending their cleaning solution which I neither need nor want.
Asked him about using a light oil, he cited oil residue in the reservoir??, which dish detergent easily removes.
Any reason light oil would not be good transfer agent?
 
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