MC Gun Cleaner Concentrate – A Superior Solution for Ultrasonic Gun Cleaning

Specialized Ultrasonic Chemical For Firearms

Specialized Ultrasonic Chemical For Firearms

The ultrasonic solution used in the gun cleaner is absolutely crucial to the success in cleaning your firearms.  Picking the wrong chemistry or using your cleaner at too low/high of concentration, as well as the temperature being too low/high can cause issues in cleaning.  A heavy-duty degreaser such as MC Gun Cleaner Concentrate that is safe on ferrous and nonferrous metals including aluminum and is made to cavitate efficiently in the ultrasonic cleaning tank is essential.  This formulation is also designed to specifically remove bullet shavings, powder residue, and other contaminants experienced by gun owners.

The ultrasonic advantage can be used on all levels including: manufacturer, gunsmithing, professional armor, firing range, resale, competition shooters, and personal use.

MC Gun Cleaner Technical Info

Setting Up Your Tank

Note: Verify that your part is compatible with the chemistry in an ultrasonic cleaning application before using it.

MC Gun Cleaner is a Concentrated, heavy-duty degreaser designed to properly cavitate when used with ultrasonics.  The operating temperature is 120°- 140°F.  This cleaner is safe on all ferrous and non-ferrous metals, including Aluminum.  It is safe on plastic polymers, biodegradable, and has excellent rinsability.

As mentioned above, the MC Gun Cleaner is a concentrate and needs to be diluted with water.  Below is a guide on how to determine the amount of cleaner to add to have your solution at 5% (Can be used up to 10% for heavy-duty soil removal).

First, you need to determine the volume of your tank.  To determine the total gallonage of the tank, use the formula below:

  • Length x Width x Fill Height = Solution Volume (Gallons)
  • (L x W x FH = V)

Once the volume has been determined, simply multiply that number by 0.05.  This will give you the total amount of cleaner you should add to your tank.

  • Volume x (.05) = Cleaner Volume (Gallons)
  • (V x (.05) = CV)

Best practice to prepare the solution is to fill the tank half or slightly more than half full of water, add your desired amount of cleaner, then proceed to fill with water until you reach your working fill height.  MC Gun Cleaner, being a water-based solution, blends into the water quickly and easily with no need for aggressive stirring.  A couple passes or a couple up and down agitations with the basket is all that is needed to have the cleaner fully blended into the solution.

Once the cleaner is up to the desired temperature, allow the ultrasonics to run for 15 – 20 minutes to release air bubbles or what we call “De-gas” the solution.  Trapped or suspended air bubbles will dampen or partially block ultrasonic wave patterns.

**If at any point in this process or throughout the use of the cleaner, you have any questions, do not hesitate to call us at (716)763-4114.  We will be happy to help!**

Cleaning Your Firearm

  1. After calculating the chemistry and degassing the solution, disassemble your firearm and place parts in the basket
  2. Place the basket in ultrasonic cleaning zone to remove soils and set a timer for 10 minutes
  3. Next, move the cleaned parts to the rinse zone to remove excess soils, which utilizes ultrasonics to increase performance and set a timer for 2 minutes
  4. Next, move the rinsed parts to the oil tank to prevent rusting, which also utilizes ultrasonics to drive the oil through the firearm parts and set a timer for 2 minutes
  5. Depending on the level of soil on the firearm additional cleaning may be necessary.  Repeat cleaning if needed.

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Experience the MC Gun Cleaner Concentrate Advantage

A superior ultrasonic gun cleaner solution offers several advantages over standard cleaning solutions or methods.

Deep and Thorough Cleaning

  • Reaches microscopic crevices, threads, and internal passages that brushes and manual cleaning can’t access.
  • Effectively removes carbon fouling, powder residue, lead, copper, and oils.

Time Efficiency

  • Cleans multipled firearm components simultaneously.
  • Reduces the time and labor required compared to traditonal cleaning methods.

Safe for Delicate Parts

  • Non-abrasive cleaning preserves fine tolerances, finishes, and delicate components like springs and pins.
  • Prevents wear and tear that may result from mechanical scrubbing.

Superior Formulation

  • Premium ultrasonic solutions are designed specifically for ultrasonic cleaning, offering enhanced solvency without damaging metal, polymer, or wood.

Consistent Results

  • Delivers uniform cleaning results every time, regardless of operator skill or experience.
  • Ideal for maintaining reliability and performance in firearms.

Residue -Free Finish

  • Leaves no sticky residues or films that could attract dust or impair function.
  • Often indicates rust inhibitors to protect metal surfaces post-cleaning.

Reduces Need for Harsh Chemicals

  • Superior solutions often elimanate the need for harsh solvents, minimizing health and environmental risks.

Long-Term Mainteance Benefits

  • Enhances the longevity of firearms by ensuring all components are properly cleaned and maintained.
  • Prevents buildup that can cause malfunctions or reduce accuracy over time.

Ideal for High-Volume Users

  • Perfect for gunsmiths, law enforcement, military, or frequent shooters who need efficient, repeated cleaning.

Compatible with Lubrication Rinse

  • Some superior sultions are part of a two-step system, allowing a seamless transition to ultrasonic lubrication after cleaning.
Chautauqua Chemical

Chautauqua Chemicals Co., Inc. Contact

We can be reached any on the following ways to help with your chemical needs.  We offer free testing of you your parts to help determine optimal concentration and temperature to achieve clean parts.

Phone: (716)763-4114

Fax: (716)763-5555

Email: info@cchemco.com

Address: 4743 Cramer Dr.

Ashville, NY 14710