Pickling Compounds
Discover Ammo Rx’s pickling compounds for ammunition manufacturing – sulfuric, citric, nitric, hydrochloric blends for post-annealing oxide removal on brass cups, cases, jackets. Pre-packaged and custom formulas ensure clean, bright surfaces. Contact for expert solutions!
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Ammo Rx’s Pickling Compounds are specialized acidic solutions designed for removing oxides, scale, and residues from brass cups, cases, and jackets in ammunition manufacturing and reloading. Our two most common pickling compounds being either sulfuric acid blends for aggressive stripping of cups post-annealing, or citric acid blends for milder brightening on annealed cases. These compounds facilitate immersion, spray, or rinse processes to achieve clean, bright surfaces without damage, supporting batches from small reloads to high-volume production.
With pre-packaged tried-and-true formulas and custom blends tailored to client needs – incorporating phosphoric for specific inhibitions or hybrid acids for optimized performance – we ensure reduced defects, enhanced corrosion resistance, and compliance with MIL-SPEC standards.
As leaders in ammo chemistry, our USA-made products draw from decades of expertise to deliver unmatched results no competitor can replicate.
- Purpose: Removes oxides from annealed brass for pristine surfaces in ammo production
- Key Benefit: Improves adhesion, reduces corrosion, and boosts repeatability with safe, effective acids
- Production Capacity: Scalable for small batches to tens of thousands, process-dependent
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Advanced Pickling System
Sulfuric Acid Compounds Our sulfuric acid-based pickling compounds (dilute 5-15%) excel in aggressive oxide removal from cups or cases post-annealing, using immersion for thorough cleaning.
- Technology: Strong mineral acid for scale dissolution
- Outcome: Bright, clean surfaces ready for further processing
- Applications: High-volume cup annealing in ammo manufacturing
Citric Acid Blends Citric acid compounds offer a safer, eco-friendly alternative for brightening, ideal for annealed cases or reloading once-fired brass without harsh effects.
- Features: Mild organic acid with chelating properties
- Benefit: Gentle on materials, reduces environmental impact
- Reliability: Customizable for specific pH and inhibition
Nitric and Hydrochloric Options Nitric (mixed with sulfuric) for copper-rich alloys and hydrochloric for steel jackets provide targeted pickling, with blends for hybrid needs.
- System: Oxidizing acids for stubborn residues
- Benefit: Versatile for diverse ammo components
- Applications: Jackets and specialty brass
Key Features
- Versatile Acids: Sulfuric for aggressive stripping, citric for mild brightening, nitric/hydrochloric for targeted use.
- Custom Blends: Tailored to client processes, including inhibitors for corrosion protection.
- Pre-Packaged Formulas: Proven solutions for immediate implementation in production or reloading.
- Safety Focus: pH-balanced options with reduced fumes for compliant operations.
- Eco-Friendly Variants: Biodegradable citric blends for sustainable manufacturing.
General Specifications
General Specifications
- Chemical Types: Sulfuric (5-15%), citric (mild blends), nitric/sulfuric mixes, hydrochloric options
- Application Range: Brass cups, cases, jackets; post-annealing/reloading
- pH Levels: Acidic (1-4) for effective dissolution
- Packaging: 55-gallon drums, custom quantities
- Safety Ratings: Compliant with OSHA, EPA for handling/storage
- Usage: Immersion/spray/rinse; dilution ratios provided
- Shelf Life: 12-24 months in sealed containers
- Additional: Inhibitors, buffers for optimized performance
Caliber Versatility Overview Our pickling compounds adapt effortlessly to a broad spectrum of calibers with minimal reconfiguration, supporting small, medium, and large categories for versatile manufacturing.
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Ammo Rx and On The Mark Ammunition Solutions partner to deliver innovative ammunition manufacturing solutions. With decades of expertise, we provide tailored systems, from standalone presses to integrated production lines, ensuring precision and efficiency for manufacturers worldwide. Our commitment to quality and customization empowers your production to meet the highest industry standards.