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Parts washer fluid, what does everyone use?

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billdn:
Having just replaced the spent fluid in my parts washer and cleaned out the inch or so of sludge,. I need to replace the fluid, I'd prefer not to use paraffin, but the options when googling degreasers are various as are the comments.
So what's the general consensus of what's best to use.

Oddjob:
We used Safety Kleen in the parts washer at Queens Park Motors

Orcade-Ian:
I've been using Bilt Hamber 'Surfex HD' in my parts washer for a couple of years now and really pleased with it.  No, it's not as good as true solvent cleaners as it's more like a strong soap solution.  It comes in 5 litre containers and is diluted with water - strength dependent on how filthy the bits are but it works right down to well beyond 20:1.  It doesn't 'float' the dirt off - you still need to brush it away.  When I've got my hands mucky on any job I even clean them with it and have no cracked/split skin like I used to get with solvents.  I also use it in the ultrasonic bath with good results.
Speak to Bilt Hamber to discuss your requirements,
Ian

Trigger:
Safety kleen fluid is just a water base cleaner these days and is crap, like most water base parts wash cleaner (environmental friendly ) . The main problem with any water based cleaner is you would have to dilute it with de-ionised water or rust will occur.
The stuff i use for year is like the old safety kleen fluid but is about £90 for 20ltrs and my machine has a 30ltr tank.

Laverdaroo:
JIZER is absolutely brilliant as a degreaser and comes in gallon tubs, been using it for years.......... although not as good as it used to be butvits the same no matter what you buy really.

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