Electronic Bacteria Killer Systems—Advance Products

The Main Problem

Most die-casting companies know that biodegradable lubricants are a fine substitute for the older, chemical types, which caused both environmental and health safety problems.

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However, while the switch to biodegradable die lubes has helped solve these types of problems for the die-casting industry, it has also presented another problem: the growth of bacteria. All biodegradable die lubes are a good medium for supporting bacteria growth. As experience has shown us, when bacteria grows unchecked, sprayheads become clogged, filters become plugged, lube valves become sluggish, and unpleasant odors build. As these problems increase, so do the costs for downtime maintenance to flush out central lube systems and for adding new die lube. And the cycle only starts all over again. Until now, there was not much that could be done to solve the problem. Not until Advance Products Corporation developed the Electronic Bacteria Killer.

Space-Age Technology

The Advance Electronic Bacteria Killer is a state-of-the-art system designed to eliminate bacteria from its liquid environment and keep it from reforming. Originally developed for the entire water system in NASA's space shuttle program (including astronauts' drinking water), the system also eliminates and prevents the further growth of bacteria in die lube.

How It Works

The heart of the Electronic Bacteria Killer consists of a high-quality electrode assembly that mounts to a galvanized steel of PVC T-fitting. When the assembly is inserted into the return-flow line of your lube system (must be a closed-loop recirculating system) and electrical current is supplied to the electrodes, the die lube flowing over them becomes charged (ionized). This destroys the existing bacteria and prevents new growth from forming. The Electronic Bacteria Killer is the ideal product to use in quench tanks and central coolant systems for secondary machining where bacteria, and its ever-present odors, are always a problem.

It's So Easy to Install and Use

The Electronic Bacteria Killer's control box easily mounts on any wall. It houses an eight-position electrical switch that you can use to regulate the amount of current flowing through the electrodes for just the right degree of control. An LCD (liquid-crystal display) shows you the amount of ionization that is occurring in the lube. You can translate the ion reading into a high, medium, or low bacteria level using a chart that is provided in the user's manual.

The control box measures 7-1/4" W x 4-5/8" H x 2-3/8" D and operates from a standard 110/220-VAC, 50/60-Hz power source. The electrode assembly fits into a 2-3/8" T-fitting. A threaded PVC T-fitting and two 1-7/8" to 2-3/8" PVC reducers are provided with the unit.

The Ideal Product

The Electronic Bacteria Killer is an ideal product for any shop that uses die lube. It will quickly pay for itself by eliminating bacteria and preventing its return. Thus, you save money because machinery runs more efficiently and shop personnel remain safer. You will find that not only will die lube last longer, but the spray manifold nozzles, lube valVes, and filters will remain cleaner. Isn't it time you installed one in your lube supply system?