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DESMUT 51
A Non-Chromated Deoxidizer/Desmutter for Aluminum &

Aluminum Alloys
DESCRIPTION
DESMUT 51 is a highly concentrated and effective liquid non-chromated

chemical deoxidizer/desmutter especially designed for desmutting and
deoxidizing all wrought and extruded aluminum alloys. The DESMUT 51
solution completely removes the smut and alloying constituents left by
chemical etching or etch cleaning. The deoxidized surface is precisely
prepared for spot welding, anodizing or for the application of a chromate
conversion coating film.
PRODUCT FEATURES & BENEFITS
• Highly Concentrated- Desmut 51 is the most concentrated product of

its type in the market place---normally used at 5-12% by volume.
• Economical- When compared with plain nitric acid solutions, Desmut
51 costs less to make-up and maintain while providing superior
performance and much longer tank life.
• Longer Tank Life- Air agitation activates and reactivates the Desmut
51 solutions. Tank life is almost indefinite with periodic additions to
maintain chemical concentrations.
• Ecologically Compatible- Desmut 51 does not contain any heavy
metals, chrome or chromated products.
• Complete & Rapid Deoxidization- of aluminum surfaces prior to
etching, anodizing or chemical film conversion coating.
• Complete & Rapid Desmutting- of aluminum surfaces following
alkaline etching or etch cleaning.
• Excellent for Resistance Welding- Provides surface deoxidation
comparable to chromated products for excellent “Holdover” properties.
• Versatile- Desmut 51 can be used to deoxidize and desmut all
wrought, extruded, sheet and forged aluminum alloys. Desmut 51 is
not recommended for cast aluminum alloys.
• Etch Rate- of Desmut 51 is approximately 0.00005 to 0.0004
inch/surface/hour on 2025-T3 clad aluminum. Maintain using
Replenisher or Desmut 51 concentrate.
• Maintenance- of Desmut 51 and or etch rate via the use of product

concentrate or ARP’s product EXTENDER, an inorganic granular water
soluble fluoride salt composition. Approximate addition of 0.6-1.2
grams/liter will increase etch rate approximately 0.0001
inch/surface/hour.
• Desmut 51- has a high tolerance to control the build-up of soluble
copper; up to 500 ppm.
• Precise Control Procedures- are available to insure superior
performance with maximum economy of operation.
OPERATING CONDITIONS
Concentration: 5-12% by volume
Temperature: Ambient
Time: 30 seconds to 5 minutes
Agitation: With clean compressed air will increase the

efficiency and provide excellent bath life.
PHYSICAL PROPERTIES
• Liquid dark brown color

• Strong pungent acid scent
• Contains both nitric and sulfuric acids
• D.O.T. Corrosive Liquid, N.O.S.
• Density 11.91 –lbs. /gal.
• Specific Gravity – 1.4310
EQUIPMENT
Processing tanks racks and other equipment should be constructed of 300

series stainless steel; (Type 316 is preferable). Rigid polyethylene,
polypropylene, PVC or Korseal lined tanks are also satisfactory. Titanium and
aluminum hangers or racks may be used for fabricated work. The rinse tank
following the bath should be made of the same materials.
SAFETY & HANDLING
Desmut 51 is a strong acid product containing nitric and sulfuric acids,

CORROSIVE TO ALL TISSUES. Normal safety precautions for handling
strong mineral acids should be observed. Additional handling and first-aid
information is contained on drum labels in the MSDS bulletin.
MATERIALS REQUIRED:
0.1/N Sodium Thiosulfate Solution

50% Sulfuric Acid Solution
Potassium Iodide Crystals
Starch Indicator Solution (Saturated)
10 ml Pipette
250 ml Erlenmeyer Flask and/or Beaker
25 and/or 50 ml Automatic Burette Assembly
TITRATING PROCEDURES:
1. Obtain 2-3 ounces of Desmut 51 bath in a small container for

analyzing.
2. Place approximately 50 ml of water in an empty Erlenmeyer Flask.
3. Using a 10 ml pipette, carefully transfer 10 ml of Desmut 51 bath to the
250ml flask.
4. Add ¼ to ½ teaspoon of Potassium Iodide crystals to the flask solution.
It will turn Reddish/Orange.
5. Add 10 ml of 50% Sulfuric Acid Solution (H2SO4) color will intensify.
6. Titrate using Automatic Burette Assembly and carefully add 0.1/N
Sodium Thiosulfate Solution until solution turns from Reddish/Orange
to a faint Yellow color. Do not change Burette setting. (You will
continue in Step #8)
7. Add 5 ml of Starch Indicator. Solution will turn to a dark Blue/Black
color.
8. Continue the titration from Step #6 until the Blue/Black color fades to
colorless or a Light Yellow.
9. Record the total number of mls used of the 0.1/N Sodium
Thiosulfate Solution to change the color from Black/Blue to colorless or
Light Yellow.
CONCENTRATION CALCULATION:
Total number of mls of 0.1N Sodium Thiosulfate Solution used to turn

the solution to Colorless or Light Yellow (times) x 0.67 (product factor)
(equals) = % by Volume of Desmut 51 in solution of the operating bath.
CONCENTRATION EXAMPLE:
15 ml x 0.67 = 10.05% of Desmut 51 by volume. This is the active

concentration of the Desmut 51 and is what is used as the
concentration guideline.
Sodium Thiosulfate mls Used Percent by Volume (%)
15 mls 10%
23 mls 15%
30 mls 20%
38 mls 20%

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DESMUT 51

A Non-Chromated Deoxidizer/Desmutter for Aluminum &

DESMUT 51 is a highly concentrated and effective liquid non-chromated

PRODUCT FEATURES & BENEFITS

• Highly Concentrated- Desmut 51 is the most concentrated product of

• Maintenance- of Desmut 51 and or etch rate via the use of product

Concentration: 5-12% by volume

Time: 30 seconds to 5 minutes

Agitation: With clean compressed air will increase the

• Liquid dark brown color

Processing tanks racks and other equipment should be constructed of 300

SAFETY & HANDLING

Desmut 51 is a strong acid product containing nitric and sulfuric acids,

0.1/N Sodium Thiosulfate Solution

1. Obtain 2-3 ounces of Desmut 51 bath in a small container for

Total number of mls of 0.1N Sodium Thiosulfate Solution used to turn

15 ml x 0.67 = 10.05% of Desmut 51 by volume. This is the active

Sodium Thiosulfate mls Used Percent by Volume (%)

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