Ultrasonic devices
Ultrasonic cleaning of EGR valves
Bandelin will be presenting its portfolio of ultrasonic devices, corresponding accessories and application-specific disinfection and cleaning preparations at Metav. They are used, for example, in the automotive industry for cleaning exhaust gas recirculation valves.
An exhaust gas recirculation valve (EGR) is used in all diesel engines from Euro 5 emissions standard upwards to reduce nitrogen oxide emissions (NOx). This is achieved by recirculating hot exhaust gases into the intake duct of the engine. This lowers the combustion temperature in the engine and reduces the formation of nitrogen oxides. To avoid serious damage to the engine, the EGR valve must be cleaned in good time. Fuel additives or spray cleaners cannot help with already contaminated valves due to the stubborn incrustation and the valve must be removed. According to the manufacturer, effective and thorough cleaning takes place in the ultrasonic bath together with a suitable cleaning concentrate. Depending on the degree of soiling, prior manual removal of coarse soot agglomerates with plastic or wooden spatulas is recommended. After residue-free cleaning, the valve can be used again, eliminating replacement costs. sw
Metav, Hall 17, Stand A81









