[Jewelry making - Article 00070] - Re: [Orchid] Noisy Utrasonics

[The Doctor]

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>         Note the first one that can invent a ''quiet ultrasonic" will
>     be a millionaire. I want to buy the first one!  I will pay DOUBLE
>     the going rate to get one !! 

    It is unfortunate that this piece of equipment's name does not quite
    describe its' function. I take Ultrasonic to mean "beyond the range
    of audible sound." Manufacturers of these handy devices would be
    well served by sound-insulating them somehow but, until they do,
    maybe we can do something about it ourselves in the meantime. 

    I've never tried this, but I can't think of a reason why it wouldn't
    work. Get a box that is somewhat larger than your ultrasonic, so the
    unit can fit inside with enough room to work. Then, get some
    acoustic paneling. Ceiling tiles will work, as will the "egg carton"
    type of foam rubber (I've recorded in music studios that used this
    for soundproofing). Line the box with the material of your choice
    and place your ultrasonic inside. 

    If you try this approach, please be careful. Jewelry cleaners may
    emit fumes that might accumulate inside the box. Then again, they
    accumulate under the ultrasonic's lid as well. I use Simple Green
    All-Purpose Cleaner in my ultrasonic. It is a great
    cleaner/degreaser that is non-toxic and biodegradable. Still, it is
    a mild eye irritant if contact is made, and the label cautions you
    to use in a ventilated area. So does my leftover bottle of jewelry
    cleaner. 

James in SoFl 

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