S-Weld Clean Stainless Steel Pickling Gel

Clean the weld area carefully using a stainless-steel brush

Roll or shake the drum of S-Weld Clean if possible for 30 seconds prior to opening the container
to ensure a smooth consistency, especially if the product has not been used for a long time

After welding, ensure the area to be pickled has sufficient time to cool below 40°C

Apply the S-Weld Clean gel to the area to be pickled with the brush provided.
DO NOT PICKLE IN DIRECT SUNLIGHT

Application times may vary depending on ambient temperatures, the grade of stainless, surface
finish or the method of welding. On a hot rolled surface the pickling time may increase by 50%.
MIG welds may require longer pickling times than those obtained using covered electrodes. Allow
the pickling gel or solution sufficient time to react with the surface. With high ambient
temperatures or when longer pickling times are required, it may be necessary to repeat the
process. Do not allow the pickling agent to dry on the surface. Should the product dry on the
surface wash down, dry and repeat the process

To clean, rinse the surface with clean potable water. The best results are obtained by the use of
high pressure water jet or similar. Ensure the pickle residues are not left on the surface. If the
surface to be cleaned is in an environmentally sensitive area the bucket and rag method can be
employed. Using a bucket of clean potable water wash and wipe surface down with wet clean
rags. Repeat to ensure surface is clean and free of acids