VIGON® EFM is a precision cleaning agent designed to remove flux residues from electronic assemblies in manual applications. This product can also be used in explosion-proof spray-in-air equipment. VIGON® EFM is a mixture of halogen-free organic solvents. It dries fast and residue-free. VIGON® EFM is non-corrosive and compatible with most polymers.
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Areas of application – PCBA Defluxing
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Advantages compared to other cleaners
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Especially suitable for the removal of resin-based flux residues.
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This product dries very fast and residue-free.
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Easy-to-use, for both manual and automatic cleaning in explosion-proof equipment.
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Very suitable as a cleaning and rinsing agent.
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Cleaning Process
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Parts
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1. Cleaning
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2. Rinsing
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3. Drying
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| Manual cleaning | PCBAs | VIGON® EFM | VIGON® EFM | Compressed air or open air evaporation |
| Spray-in-air (explosion-proof) | PCBAs | VIGON® EFM | VIGON® EFM | Compressed air or open air evaporation |
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| Density | (g/ccm) at 20°C/68°F | 0.72 |
| Surface tension | (mN/m) at 25°C/77°F | 18.6 |
| Boiling point | °C/°F | 78 - 120°C / 172 - 248°F |
| Flash point | °C/°F | -12°C / 10°F |
| pH value | 10g/l H2O | Not applicable |
| Vapor pressure | (mbar) at 20°C/68°F | Approx. 77 |
| Cleaning temperature | °C/°F | Ambient Temperature |
| Solubility in water | - | Insoluble |
| Application concentration |
Ready-to-use | Pure |
| HMIS Rating | Health-Flammability-Reactivity | 1 - 4 - 0 |
Specifications and appearance are subject to change without notice for improvement.
Product Features & Cleaning Standards
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100% compliance with EU guidelines (RoHS 1, 2 & 3, WEEE)
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Extensively tested and suitable for cleaning lead-free solder pastes
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Product is free of any critical substances according to SIN & SVHC lists
Electronic assemblies cleaned with VIGON® EFM in a ZESTRON specified process meet the following industry standards:
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IPC-A-610 Visual cleanliness
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J-STD 001 Ionic and resin cleanliness and foreign object debris
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IPC 5704 Cleanliness requirements for bare boards
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IPC-Hdbk-65B Guidelines for cleaning of printed boards and assemblies
A cleaning process using VIGON® EFM can help to reduce particle contamination.
Environmental, health & safety regulations
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VIGON® EFM is biodegradable.
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VIGON® EFM is a highly flammable cleaning agent.
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VIGON® EFM is formulated free of any halogenated compounds.
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Refer to the SDS for specific handling precautions and instructions.
Availability & Storage
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VIGON® EFM is available as an easy-to-use aerosol can with detachable brush for the manual removal of flux residues.
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It is also available as ready-to-use solution.
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Store VIGON® EFM in the original container at a temperature between 5 - 30°C / 41 - 86°F.
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The product has a minimum shelf life of 5 years in factory sealed containers.
Further product information
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Material Compatibility
Please review the Material Compatibility overview before using the cleaning agent.
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Safety Data Sheet
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