CRC Leak Detector Water Based 510g

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CRC Leak Detector Water Based is an aerosol for finding gas and air leaks. CRC states it highlights leaks, even under low pressure, by forming highly visible bubbles at the leak point.

CRC lists refrigeration units, air conditioners, exhausts, pipes, welding seams and compressors, and says it can be used on almost all types of gases, including compressed air, refrigerants, natural gas, propane, butane, acetylene, oxygen, LPG, nitrogen and carbon dioxide.

Where this product is used

Refrigeration units and air conditioners
Exhausts, pipes, welding seams and compressors
Compressed air and refrigerants
Natural gas, propane, butane, acetylene and LPG
Oxygen, nitrogen and carbon dioxide

Features

Water based aerosol that forms highly visible bubbles at a leak
Finds leaks fast and highlights leaks even under low pressure, per CRC
Can be used on almost all types of gases, per CRC
CRC states it is safe on most plastics; test a small area first
CRC lists it as non-flammable (safety data sheet)
Removes with water, per CRC's product page

Key specifications

Specification	Detail
CRC product number	14503
Type	Water based aerosol leak detector
Form	Aerosol
Appearance	Clear colourless liquid (aerosol dispensed)
Odour	Odourless (CRC safety data sheet)
pH	10.3
Specific gravity (concentrate)	1.0
Evaporation rate	Slow
Flammability	Non-flammable (CRC safety data sheet)
Dangerous goods	UN 1950, Aerosols, Class 2.2; no packing group allocated
Ingredients (SDS)	Water 85-95%; 1,1-difluoroethane 3-8%; 2-butoxyethanol 2-5%; ethanolamine under 1%
Source	CRC Industries (Aust) technical data sheet 07/2022 and safety data sheet 03/04/25 (revision 2.6)

Selecting the right option

For another CRC aerosol leak detector see CRC HVAC Leak Detector Aerosol 1752429 - 510g. CRC lists the same gases for both products, so choose by the item number and pack you need.

Using it

CRC's data sheet and product page give no directions for use of this aerosol.

CRC's product page says to remove the product with water.

CRC warns that aerosol cans conduct electricity, and that the can should not be punctured, incinerated or stored above 50 °C.

Storage and handling

Do not puncture or incinerate the can, and do not store it above 50 °C.

Limits and safety

Signal word: Warning. Dangerous goods UN 1950, Aerosols, Class 2.2. Pressurised container: may burst if heated (aerosols, pressurised, category 3). CRC's safety data sheet does not classify it as a health or environmental hazard, and lists it as non-flammable with no flash point available, but CRC's technical data sheet also prints an "extremely flammable aerosol" precaution, so treat the can with care and follow the safety data sheet. The aerosol can conducts electricity. Test a small area before use on plastics. Read the safety data sheet before use.

Frequently asked questions

What gases can CRC Leak Detector Water Based be used on?

CRC lists compressed air, refrigerants, natural gas, propane, butane, acetylene, oxygen, LPG, nitrogen and carbon dioxide, and says almost all types of gases.

Is it safe on plastics?

CRC states it is safe on most plastics, and says to test a small area first.

Is CRC Leak Detector Water Based flammable?

CRC's safety data sheet lists it as non-flammable, with no flash point available. CRC's technical data sheet also prints an "extremely flammable aerosol" precaution, so treat it as a pressurised aerosol that may burst if heated (H229) and follow the safety data sheet.

How do I clean it off?

CRC's product page says to remove it with water.

Is it a dangerous good?

Yes, as an aerosol: UN 1950, Class 2.2, with no packing group allocated (CRC safety data sheet 03/04/25).

What is the pH?

CRC's safety data sheet gives a pH of 10.3.

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