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removing soot caused by fuel oil burning

removing soot caused by fuel oil burning

removing soot caused by fuel oil burning

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In a power plant, the cover of insulation material for pipes and tanks is aluminum. Soot caused by fuel oil burning is clinging on to the surface of aluminum. What is the best solvent to remove the soot? (The best in view of economic and efficiency)

RE: removing soot caused by fuel oil burning

A chemical sponge available from a cleaning supply company or some other non-water-based cleaner may be used to clean soot from surfaces.

http://www.amazon.com/Soot-Eraser-Sponge-Case-12/dp/B0041SIB5I

Paint thinner or rubbing alcohol may work, but use with caution because of toxicity and fumes. Wear rubber gloves, and use ventilation while working.

It may be easier to just replace the insulation covers or paint the covers. After several years, the aluminum is probably already oxidized on the surface.

RE: removing soot caused by fuel oil burning

If it's on aluminum it shouldn't be too difficult to remove it. There are many oil removers out there.

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