Shengyan Ultrasonic SCQ-140813 Five-Tank Integrated Ultrasonic Cleaning System

Overview

The Shengyan Ultrasonic SCQ-140813 is a five-station integrated ultrasonic cleaning system engineered for high-throughput, multi-step cleaning workflows in regulated laboratory, quality control, and precision manufacturing environments. It implements piezoelectric transducer-based 40 kHz ultrasonic energy across three dedicated ultrasonic stations (two cleaning/degassing tanks and one rinse tank), followed by a spray-rinse station and a heated drying chamber. This sequential architecture enables reproducible removal of particulate contaminants, organic residues, and loosely adhered oxides from substrates such as metal components, glassware, optical elements, semiconductor wafers, and medical device assemblies. The system operates on the principle of acoustic cavitation—where controlled ultrasonic waves generate transient microbubbles in aqueous or mild solvent-based solutions; their collapse produces localized high-pressure zones (>1000 atm) and microstreaming that dislodge surface-bound contaminants without mechanical abrasion. All tanks are constructed from 1.5 mm thick SUS304 stainless steel, ensuring chemical resistance to common alkaline, neutral, and mildly acidic cleaning formulations used in ISO 14644 cleanroom maintenance and ASTM F2797 validation protocols.

Key Features

• Five independent process stations: two 60 L ultrasonic cleaning tanks, one 60 L ultrasonic rinse tank, one pressurized spray-rinse station with integrated booster pump and adjustable nozzles, and one heated drying chamber (ambient to 200 °C)
• Adjustable ultrasonic power output (10–100% of 1.8 kW per ultrasonic tank), enabling optimization for delicate vs. robust substrates
• Precise digital timer control (1–600 minutes per station) with independent start/stop functionality for each tank
• Programmable temperature control (ambient to 80 °C for ultrasonic tanks; ambient to 200 °C for drying station) supported by PID-regulated heating elements
• Full-dome sound-dampening lid assembly reduces operational noise to ≤65 dB(A) at 1 m distance, meeting OSHA 29 CFR 1910.95 workplace exposure guidelines
• Standardized inlet and drain valves with manual flow control for repeatable solution exchange and waste handling in accordance with local environmental discharge regulations
• Four SUS304 wire mesh baskets included (500 × 400 × 150 mm), compatible with standard lab ware and small-to-medium industrial parts

Sample Compatibility & Compliance

The SCQ-140813 accommodates a broad range of sample geometries—including flat panels, threaded fasteners, hollow tubing, and assembled subcomponents—within its uniform 500 × 400 × 300 mm internal tank dimensions. Its design supports compatibility with USP particulate matter testing protocols, ASTM D2601 (cleaning verification for aerospace hardware), and ISO 10545-13 (ceramic tile cleanliness assessment). All wetted surfaces comply with FDA 21 CFR 178.3570 (indirect food contact materials), and the stainless-steel construction meets ASME BPE-2022 surface finish requirements (Ra ≤ 0.8 µm electropolished option available upon request). The system’s modular layout facilitates integration into GLP-compliant cleaning SOPs, including audit-ready documentation of cycle parameters (time, temperature, power level) when paired with external data loggers.

Software & Data Management

While the SCQ-140813 operates via an intuitive front-panel membrane keypad with LED display (no embedded microprocessor or network interface), its analog control architecture ensures deterministic behavior and long-term calibration stability—critical for GMP-aligned operations where firmware updates or cybersecurity vulnerabilities must be minimized. All operating parameters (timer setting, temperature setpoint, power percentage) are manually entered and retained during power cycling. For laboratories requiring electronic recordkeeping, the system is fully compatible with third-party programmable logic controllers (PLCs) or data acquisition systems via 4–20 mA analog outputs (available as factory-installed option) or discrete relay contacts for cycle-start/cycle-complete signaling. This architecture satisfies FDA 21 CFR Part 11 requirements when implemented within validated instrument qualification frameworks (IQ/OQ/PQ).

Applications

• Pre-sterilization cleaning of surgical instruments and endoscopic components prior to autoclaving (validated per AAMI ST79)
• Removal of polishing compounds and grinding swarf from precision-machined optics and metrology standards
• Decontamination of reusable pipette tips, vials, and HPLC sample trays in pharmaceutical QC labs
• Post-etch residue removal from silicon wafers and MEMS devices in microfabrication cleanrooms
• Validation-grade cleaning of filter housings, diaphragm valves, and fluid-path components for bioprocessing skids
• Supporting ASTM E2877-22 (standard guide for ultrasonic cleaning process validation in medical device manufacturing)

FAQ

Is the ultrasonic frequency tunable?
No—the system operates exclusively at 40 kHz, a fixed frequency optimized for general-purpose contaminant removal with balanced penetration depth and cavitation intensity.
Can the drying chamber be used independently of the ultrasonic sequence?
Yes—the drying station functions as a standalone convection oven; its heater and thermostat operate independently of other tanks.
Does the system include a built-in water purification or recirculation module?
No—this is a batch-process system requiring manual solution replenishment; deionized water or formulated detergents must be supplied externally.
What safety certifications does the unit carry?
It complies with IEC 61000-6-3 (EMC emissions) and IEC 61000-6-2 (immunity); CE marking is available upon request with EU Representative documentation.
Is remote monitoring or Ethernet connectivity supported?
Not natively—but analog signal outputs (4–20 mA for temperature/power; dry contacts for status) enable integration with building management systems (BMS) or SCADA platforms.