Mechanix

• MECHANIX
  Caustic Soda
  what is the percentage of Sodium Hydroxide in the caustic soda?
  
  98%, the other 2% could be mining minerals, or you could have 100 % caustic soda.
• I have put caustic soda in my bath; it is stuck to the bottom & gone lumpy?
  We have heard that plumbers have used Hydrochloric acid to remove the caustic soda; we have not tested it though.
• Can I make soap with the caustic soda?
  For Easy Soap Recipe - Using Mechanix Caustic Soda, refer to product information.
• What constitution do I mix water with caustic soda?
  the water must be COLD, about 10% in small amounts, constantly mixing.
• What’s the difference between this and drain cleaner? Both clean drains…
  Caustic soda contains 98% sodium hydroxide compared to Drain cleaner at 55%. However, there are other ingredients that make Drain Cleaner a better drain cleaner than caustic soda e.g. aluminum pieces which assist in heating and cleaning.
• What shouldn’t it come into contact with?
  Aluminum as it will corrode it.
• Is it safe for PVC pipes?
  Yes.
• Is it safe for septics?
  Provided you don’t over do it. 2 applications a month would be OK.
• Can I use it to clean a dishwasher?
  No, as they usually contain aluminum parts which will be corroded by the crystals.
• Can I use it to unblock a toilet?
  No, use Drain Clean liquid.
• Can I buy a larger pack than 2kg?
  You are unable to purchase larger than 2kg in retail stores due to transportation issues.
• Can I use to clean battery terminals?
  The only uses that we recommend are for drain cleaning & soap making (as per the label).

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