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Contact Cleaner Selection — Quick Reference (Electrical + Electronic)
Contact cleaners for ELECTRICAL + ELECTRONIC applications — remove OXIDATION + dust + contamination from electrical contacts + connectors + PCBs + relays. NON-CONDUCTIVE + plastic-safe + fast-evaporating formulations.
| Contact Cleaner Type | Best For |
|---|---|
| CRC 2-26 Multi-Use | Workshop standard — electrical + moisture |
| CRC QD Electronic Cleaner | Sensitive electronics + plastic-safe |
| WD-40 Specialist Electrical | Electrical contact + relays |
| Isopropyl Alcohol (IPA) | See isopropyl alcohol |
| Non-Chlorinated Formulations | WHS + modern preference |
| Aerosol Spray (Targeted) | Spot application + workshop |
| Bulk Container (Dilute) | Production volume |
Critical: Plastic compatibility test FIRST — some cleaners attack acrylic + polycarbonate. Allow FULL EVAPORATION before applying power. NEVER use chlorinated cleaner near welding (forms phosgene). Brands: CRC, WD-40, Inox. Companion: electrical + electronic, cleaning chemicals, isopropyl alcohol.
Contact Cleaners for Electrical and Electronic Applications
Electrical contact cleaners are used to maintaining electrical contacts, circuit boards, switches, relays and sensitive electronic equipment. Products include fast-drying contact cleaners, an extra-strength precision cleaner for heavily contaminated electronics, and a non-flammable freeze spray for fault finding and thermal testing.
AIMS Industrial stocks contact cleaners and electronic component cleaning sprays from CRC and Molytec
Brands in This Range
- CRC: CRC is a global manufacturer of industrial maintenance chemicals. CRC contact cleaners are widely used by electricians, electronic technicians and maintenance personnel for cleaning and restoring electrical contacts and electronic components.
- Molytec: Molytec manufactures specialist maintenance chemicals and lubricants for industrial applications. The Molytec M866 Electric Component and Contact Cleaner is a solvent-based aerosol for cleaning electrical contacts, connectors, switches and circuit boards.
Key Products in This Range
- CRC QD Contact Cleaner: A fast-drying, general-purpose, food grade contact cleaner for removing dust, moisture, grease and light contamination from electrical contacts, connectors, switches, relays, circuit breakers and other electrical components. QD (quick drying) formula leaves no residue. Safe on most plastics and rubbers. Use where regular electrical maintenance requires frequent contact cleaning.
- CRC NF Contact Cleaner Extra Strength: A non-flammable, extra-strength precision contact cleaner for heavily contaminated electrical contacts and sensitive electronic components. The NF (non-flammable) formulation is required for use in areas where flammable aerosols are prohibited. The extra-strength formula cuts through heavier contamination than standard contact cleaners.
- Molytec M866 Electric Component and Contact Cleaner: A solvent-based aerosol cleaner for electrical contacts, connectors, printed circuit boards and electronic assemblies. Removes oil, grease, flux residue and contamination without leaving residue.
Other Associated Products
Whilst these products are not strictly contact cleaners, they are often used in complementary ways.
CRC Freeze Spray: An electrical coolant which rapidly reduces the temperature of electrical surfaces to -50C, allowing for identification of thermal intermittent failures and shorts.
CRC Lectra Clean: A heavy duty electrical parts degreaser available in aerosol, as well as bulk options.
Expert Support: Need help buying the right product for your application? Contact our team for application-specific advice or request a quote.
Australian Business, Local Supply: As a proudly Australian business since 1988, AIMS Industrial supplies electrical maintenance chemicals to trade and industrial customers across Australia.
Also see our degreasers & cleaning chemicals ranges.
People Also Ask — Contact Cleaners
Q: How do QD Contact Cleaner and NF Contact Cleaner Extra Strength differ in use?
QD Contact Cleaner is a fast-drying, food-grade, general-purpose cleaner for frequent electrical maintenance, leaving no residue and safe on most plastics and rubbers. NF Contact Cleaner Extra Strength is non-flammable, making it suitable where flammable aerosols are prohibited, and is a precision cleaner for heavily contaminated contacts and sensitive electronics.
Q: Is it safe to use contact cleaner on plastic housings?
Not always — some contact cleaners can attack acrylic or polycarbonate plastics, so it's worth testing on an inconspicuous area first before cleaning a full plastic housing.
Q: Which contact cleaner in the range is food grade?
CRC QD Contact Cleaner is food grade, in addition to being fast-drying and leaving no residue — suited to frequent electrical maintenance as well as general trade use.
Q: Can I use a chlorinated contact cleaner near welding?
No — a chlorinated cleaner must never be used near welding, as it can form phosgene gas.
Q: What is Molytec M866 used for?
Molytec M866 Electric Component and Contact Cleaner is a solvent-based aerosol for contacts, connectors, PCBs and electronic assemblies. It removes oil, grease and flux residue and leaves no residue behind.
Q: What brands of contact cleaners does AIMS stock?
AIMS stocks CRC and Molytec contact cleaners.