ASM DEK 173485 Pro Understencil Cleaner, 5 Liter, Case of 1
ASM DEK 173485 Pro Understencil Cleaner, 5 Liter, Case of 1
ASM DEK 173485 is the 5-liter format of DEK Pro understencil cleaning agent for SMT solder-paste printing. The manufacturer lists standard DEK Pro for vacuum and non-vacuum printers and manual cleaning. This listing supplies one 5-liter container, an alternative to the family's 1-liter and 20-liter formats.
Designed specifically for understencil cleaning, DEK Pro supports print-process performance without affecting the thixotropic properties of solder paste. ASMPT describes it as residue-free after evaporation and designed to reduce the risk of solder slump and solder balling. Part 173485 is standard DEK Pro, not the separate Pro XF formulation.
Best Uses / Applications
- Understencil cleaning on compatible vacuum-equipped SMT stencil printers.
- Cleaning cycles on compatible non-vacuum stencil-printing equipment.
- Manual stencil cleaning where permitted by the equipment and chemistry instructions.
- Electronics assembly operations selecting a 5-liter supply of their approved DEK Pro chemistry rather than a smaller or larger container.
Key Features
- Purpose-designed standard DEK Pro cleaning chemistry.
- Manufacturer-listed use with vacuum and non-vacuum printers and manual cleaning.
- Formulated not to affect solder-paste thixotropic properties.
- Residue-free after evaporation, according to ASMPT's product brochure.
- Designed to reduce the risk of solder slump and solder balling.
- 67°C flash point documented in the manufacturer's US safety data sheet.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Brand / family | ASM / DEK Pro |
| DEK part number / SKU | 173485 |
| SAP reference in manufacturer brochure | 03129708 |
| Product code in US SDS | 03129708-01 |
| Container volume | 5 liters |
| Purchase unit | Case of 1 container |
| Physical form | Colorless liquid |
| Manufacturer-listed pH | Neutral |
| Flash point | 67°C (152.6°F) |
| Density at 20°C | 0.89 ± 0.02 g/cm³ |
| Water miscibility | Partly miscible |
| Listed applications | Vacuum printers, non-vacuum printers, and manual cleaning |
DEK Pro Size and Chemistry Comparison
| Part number | Formulation / volume | Manufacturer-listed application |
|---|---|---|
| 173483 | DEK Pro, 1 liter | Vacuum and non-vacuum printers; manual cleaning |
| 173485, this product | DEK Pro, 5 liters | Vacuum and non-vacuum printers; manual cleaning |
| 431093 | DEK Pro, 20 liters | Vacuum and non-vacuum printers; manual cleaning |
| 431513 / 431514 | DEK Pro XF, 1 / 5 liters | Vacuum printers, per English manufacturer brochure |
Standard DEK Pro has a 67°C flash point. The manufacturer describes Pro XF as a separate low-VOC formulation with no flash point. Do not assume these chemistries are interchangeable; select according to printer compatibility and the validated cleaning process. Volume references above identify container sizes, not the case quantities of other listings.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is included with ASM 173485?
This listing supplies one 5-liter container of standard DEK Pro understencil cleaning agent. The manufacturer brochure associates DEK number 173485 with SAP reference 03129708.
Is 173485 DEK Pro or DEK Pro XF?
It is standard DEK Pro. The 5-liter Pro XF product is separately identified as 431514 and has different formulation characteristics.
Can DEK Pro be used on a non-vacuum printer?
Yes. ASMPT's English brochure lists standard DEK Pro for vacuum and non-vacuum printers and manual cleaning. Confirm suitability and settings for the specific printer and process.
Will this cleaner change solder-paste behavior?
ASMPT states that DEK Pro does not affect solder-paste thixotropic properties and is residue-free after evaporation. Validate cleaning and drying conditions with your actual paste, stencil, and printer rather than assuming universal process settings.
Is manual cleaning an approved application?
Manual cleaning is listed by the manufacturer for standard DEK Pro. Follow current product documentation, equipment instructions, and workplace handling procedures. No dilution ratio or dwell time is implied by this listing.
Does its flash point eliminate handling precautions?
No. The 67°C flash point is a physical property, not a guarantee of safe use under every condition. Follow the current safety data sheet for ventilation, protective equipment, storage, handling, and disposal.
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