Alternative to IPA?

[HygienicBee]

As much as I'm sick of hearing and reading about covid-19, there is a real issue that is effecting the supply of 90% IPA. It just isn't available anywhere. Without it, I can't do my job.
I'm wondering if anyone has any alternatives to get digital models, and surgical guides clean.

 

[KIM]

As much as I'm sick of hearing and reading about covid-19, there is a real issue that is effecting the supply of 90% IPA. It just isn't available anywhere. Without it, I can't do my job.
I'm wondering if anyone has any alternatives to get digital models, and surgical guides clean.

I like my IPA's around 8%. Never tried one that strong, wow...

 

[2thm8kr]

Check the local liquor store and see if you can find some 180 proof grain alcohol.

I'm sure you need it now, but there are online sources for high % IPA. Bought a gallon of 99% yesterday.

 

[zero_zero]

I buy it from a local chemical supplier, the smallest order comes in 5 gal containers... they don't sell to individuals only businesses...

 

[doug]

Alternate Wash Solution

In the past, Formlabs advised using only isopropyl alcohol (IPA) to effectively wash liquid resin from stereolithography (SLA) parts and prepare them for post-curing. For more information, read our support article on isopropyl alcohol. If you’re looking for other wash solvents for your prints...

forum.formlabs.com

 

[2thm8kr]

Alternate Wash Solution

In the past, Formlabs advised using only isopropyl alcohol (IPA) to effectively wash liquid resin from stereolithography (SLA) parts and prepare them for post-curing. For more information, read our support article on isopropyl alcohol. If you’re looking for other wash solvents for your prints...

forum.formlabs.com

Do you have any experience using it?

 

[JMN]

As much as I'm sick of hearing and reading about covid-19, there is a real issue that is effecting the supply of 90% IPA. It just isn't available anywhere. Without it, I can't do my job.
I'm wondering if anyone has any alternatives to get digital models, and surgical guides clean.

Have you checked Big Lots, Red and Yellow dollar stores, $ Tree etc? I got 4 gallons at Walmart 2-3 weeks ago and they were running low then.

 

[sidesh0wb0b]

i always lean toward a porter lately

 

[2thm8kr]

Tripropylene glycol methyl ether, I looked this stuff up. Keep it away from oxidizing agents.

 

[HygienicBee]

Have you checked Big Lots, Red and Yellow dollar stores, $ Tree etc? I got 4 gallons at Walmart 2-3 weeks ago and they were running low then.

I haven't looked until it was too late, bought 2 5 gallon buckets a year ago and just ran out. the only 4gallon shippments I found available had at least $175 shipping, not that desperate just yet.

 

[HygienicBee]

Check the local liquor store and see if you can find some 180 proof grain alcohol.

I'm sure you need it now, but there are online sources for high % IPA. Bought a gallon of 99% yesterday.

Who knew everclear could do something besides ruin my life

 

[doug]

Do you have any experience using it?

I haven't had a reason to try it. The IPA is working well and easy and safe to dispose of. I haven't had any problems getting it, Sam's club has plenty.

 

[2thm8kr]

I haven't had a reason to try it. The IPA is working well and easy and safe to dispose of. I haven't had any problems getting it, Sam's club has plenty.

My wife just called me from Sam's club. She said all the sheep are there. The line for check out goes to the back of the store. She left and spoke to a woman in the parking lot loading her car. She said over two hours in line to check out. Today probably isn't the day to shop there for isopropyl. Lol

 

[TAB]

My wife just called me from Sam's club. She said all the sheep are there. The line for check out goes to the back of the store. She left and spoke to a woman in the parking lot loading her car. She said over two hours in line to check out. Today probably isn't the day to shop there for isopropyl. Lol

Download the Sam's club "Scan and Go" app. Bypass the checkout line and head towards the door. Items are paid within the app.