Muriatic acid out gassing in a heated machine

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The discussion centers on the use of 10%-20% muriatic acid mixed with water in a machine designed for cleaning oil coolers and heat exchangers. The user, Dennis, expresses concerns about potential outgassing from materials such as brass, steel, iron, heating elements, and aluminum during this temporary test. He seeks advice on filtering any gases produced and mentions plans to design a new machine capable of safely handling the acid in the future.

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  • Understanding of chemical properties of muriatic acid
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This discussion is beneficial for machine designers, chemical engineers, and maintenance professionals involved in cleaning processes that utilize corrosive substances like muriatic acid.

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I sell a machine that cleans oil coolers and heat exchangers with oil. I now want to put 10%-20% muriatic/water in it for another purpose. My exposures are brass, steel, iron, heating element and Aluminum...

My concerns are out gassing from any of the elements... can I filter any of the gasses

This is a temporary use test until I design a new machine that can pump, heat and handle the acid...

Thank you for your antisipated help

Dennis
 
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