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L & R ultra fine

L & R Extra Fine Watch Cleaning Solution  delivers exceptional polish for mechanical watch parts. Suitable for ultrasonic, vibrasonic, and manual machines. Rinse with #3 or L&R Ultrasonic Rinsing Solution.

L & R Rinse

Enhanced Cleaning Performance: This rinsing solution outperforms alcohol, efficiently removing residues and leaving watch components thoroughly clean and perfectly prepared for reassembly.

#111 Waterless Ultrasonic Cleaning Solution Ammoniated

#111 Waterless Watch Cleaning Solution is a ready-to-use ammoniated formula for ultrasonic, vibrasonic, and manual watch cleaning. Clean and rinse thoroughly for optimal results. US Gallon = 3.81 liters.

L & R #566 Ultrasonic Non-Ammoniated Watch Cleaning Solution

#566 Non-Ammoniated Waterless Watch Cleaning Solution is ideal for ultrasonic, vibrasonic, or manual cleaning. Perfect where ammonia fumes are unacceptable. Rinse with L&R #3 or Ultrasonic Watch Rinsing Solution.

Liquinox

Alconox’s 1-quart concentrated detergent is perfect for manual and ultrasonic cleaning. Its mild, free-rinsing, eco-friendly formula is safe for various surfaces and can be diluted for economical, effective use.

NAPHTHA

Used primarily for hand cleaning parts. Should be rinsed with 99% IPA alcohol. 

Heptane

Much safer than Hexane and the prime ingredient of Essence of Renata. 

This is used to clean balance wheels and Hairsprings. Safe for shellac.

99.3% pure so it will not leave any residue.

Trichloroethylene

This is the active ingredient in OneDip. It’s used for cleaning hairsprings.  Lab grade.

CRC Electronics Cleaner

When you want a small amount of Trichloroethylene this is your guy.  Used for cleaning haairsprings. Again

OneDip

If you want the classic for cleaning your hairsprings this is it. Expensive considering what you are getting, but some people just like it so here it is. 

Menda Solvent Dispenser

Safety-coated amber glass bottles enhance grip, impact resistance, and containment of contents if dropped. They protect light-sensitive liquids, store non-plastic-compatible fluids, and ensure durability. Made in the USA.

99% IPA

Used primarily to desplace water when using a water based cleaning routine. 

Must be heat dried above ambiant tempeture to prevent condensation on steel.

diamond cleaning jar

This wide-mouth jewelry cleaning jar allows easy handling of cleaning solutions. Made of glass and stainless steel, it’s perfect for end stones and other delicate watch parts.

Large Parts baskets

Ideal for ultrasonic cleaning, this 4-inch stainless steel basket resists corrosion, drains easily, and fits multiple units simultaneously. Its 2.5-inch diameter design hangs securely from cleaning racks.

Small Brass Parts baskets

This ultrasonic cleaning basket features a durable brass frame, stainless steel mesh for small parts, a secure screw-type design, and knurled rings for grip, ideal for cleaning jewelry and watch components.

Small plastic container w/top

50 empty 5-gram clear plastic jars (polystyrene) for cleaning end stones and shock settings. Ideal for storing small parts as well.

Polident

Great for cleaning porcelain Pocket watch dials.