DECOTRON®: Advanced Water-Based Cleaning Agents for Zero-Defect SMT Manufacturing
In modern Surface Mount Technology (SMT) manufacturing, the Cost of Poor Quality (CoPQ) caused by inadequate cleaning can be devastating. Unremoved flux residues and solder paste contaminants lead to electrochemical migration, dendritic growth, and ultimately, conformal coating delamination and field failures.
DECOTRON® water-based cleaning fluids are specifically engineered to eliminate these risks entirely. We do not just supply standard chemicals; we bring
continuous process innovation with every single project to solve your exact contamination challenges.
Backed by our robust network of
worldwide local distributors, you receive rapid, native-language technical support and swift fluid deliveries wherever your factory is located. Most importantly, when you combine DECOTRON® chemistry with DCT cleaning machines, we take
100% responsibility for the flawless functionality and outcome of your entire cleaning process. If it does not meet your cleanliness standards, it is our problem to solve.
The „Three-Lens“ Value Proposition
For Process Engineers: Technical Reliability & IPC-A-610 Compliance
- Uncompromising Cleanliness: Achieve strict IPC-A-610 visual and ionic cleanliness standards with formulations that dissolve the latest highly resistant no-clean and halogen-free flux residues.
- Superior Cleaning Efficiency: Exceptional penetration capabilities allow our fluids to reach extreme low-standoff gaps (under BGAs and QFNs) where conventional chemistry fails.
- Broad Compatibility: Safely cleans PCBAs, stencils, and squeegees without degrading sensitive components, plastics, or stencil nano-coatings, ensuring process repeatability across all production shifts.
For CFOs & Procurement: Optimized ROI & Minimized TCO
- Lower Total Cost of Ownership (TCO): DECOTRON® fluids feature high contaminant loading capacity and excellent separability. This allows for continuous mechanical filtration, which drastically extends the active bath life and reduces fluid consumption.
- Measurable ROI: By dramatically reducing defect rates and machine downtime, our chemistry accelerates your return on investment.
- Risk Mitigation: Our 100% process guarantee acts as a financial safeguard against costly troubleshooting, rework, and field warranty claims.
For EHS & Project Managers: VOC Compliance & Safe Integration
- Environmental Compliance: Formulations are meticulously designed to meet strict local and international VOC emission standards.
- Operator Safety: Environmentally friendly, water-based, and biodegradable fluids with favorable safety labels and no flash point (for most products), significantly improving workplace safety.
- Ease of Integration: Ready-mix options and drop-in replacements for existing spray-in-air or ultrasonic systems, supported by on-site training from your local distributor.
DECOTRON® Selection Guide
Choose the optimal cleaning agent based on your specific SMT application and machinery to ensure maximum process reliability:
- Stencil, Squeegee & Misprint Cleaning: Maintain perfect solder paste printing accuracy with fluids designed for wet wipe processes and high-pressure spray-in-air machines. These agents effectively remove unsoldered paste and uncured SMT adhesives without foaming the DI water during rinsing.
- PCBA Defluxing: Ensure long-term assembly reliability by stripping the most highly resistant post-soldering flux residues. Engineered primarily for high-pressure spray-in-air applications to penetrate tightly spaced components with extreme efficiency.
- Maintenance & Conformal Coating Removal: Reduce equipment downtime with targeted heavy-duty maintenance solutions. Effectively clean baked-on flux from reflow ovens, strip hardened flux from soldering frames, or cleanly remove cured conformal coatings from assembled boards.
General Specifications
| Product Range |
Primary Use |
Key Feature |
| DECOTRON® 200 Series |
Stencil & Misprint Cleaning |
Tenzide-free formulations, exceptional material compatibility for fine-pitch stencils. |
| DECOTRON® 300 Series |
PCBA Defluxing |
Excellent baseline flux removal for spray-in-air systems; ensures high SIR. |
| DECOTRON® 400 Series |
Advanced PCBA Defluxing |
Penetrates extreme low-standoff gaps to dissolve highly resistant baked-on fluxes. |
| DECOTRON® M-Series |
Oven & Pallet Maintenance |
Active foam for vertical surfaces; very low odor for manual cleaning. |
| DECOTRON® EFD Series |
Coating Removal |
Rapidly strips cured and uncured conformal coatings. |
Industry FAQ
How does DCT guarantee compliance with strict IPC-A-610 cleanliness standards?
If you implement the complete DCT ecosystem—our advanced cleaning machines coupled with DECOTRON® chemistry—we take 100% responsibility for the entire cleaning process. We guarantee your assemblies will meet the required cleanliness standards, completely eliminating operational risk for your engineers.
Can we get fluid deliveries and technical support directly at our specific facility location?
Yes. Our established network of worldwide local distributors provides fast, native-language technical support, on-site process audits, and immediate fluid deliveries. This ensures virtually zero downtime anywhere on the globe.
Are DECOTRON® fluids effective against the newest generations of solder pastes?
Absolutely. We drive continuous process innovation with every project. Our R&D laboratories continuously test DECOTRON® against the newest lead-free, halogen-free solder pastes and advanced coatings, ensuring we always solve your contamination challenges.
How do DECOTRON® fluids lower our Total Cost of Ownership (TCO)?
Our chemistry is engineered to work efficiently with closed-loop systems and mechanical filtration. The high contaminant loading capacity extends the active bath life, which significantly reduces fluid replacement frequency, minimizes downtime, and lowers overall chemical consumption.
Are your cleaning agents suitable for environmentally strict manufacturing regions?
Yes. We prioritize EHS compliance. Many of our formulations are water-based, biodegradable, and adhere to strict local and international VOC emission standards, ensuring a safe workplace and seamless compliance with environmental regulations.
Ready to Optimize Your SMT Cleaning Process Risk-Free?
Do not let unverified cleaning processes compromise your manufacturing yield and brand reputation. Contact your local DCT distributor today to request a comprehensive technical consultation, a free process audit, or trial tests directly in your facility. Partner with us, and we will take 100% responsibility for your success.
Most Common Solder Pastes, Fluxes & Coatings Successfully Tested at DCT
The following represents a verified range of industry-standard pastes, fluxes, and SMT adhesives/coatings rigorously tested and successfully removed in DCT laboratories using our DECOTRON® chemistry line. Typical recommended ranges include the 200 Series for stencils, 300/400 Series for PCBAs, and EFD/M Series for coatings and maintenance.
| Contaminant (Paste / Flux / Adhesive) |
Type / Category |
Typical DECOTRON® Solution |
| Koki S3X58-M500C |
Solder Paste (No-Clean) |
400 Series / 200 Series |
| Koki S3X58-M406 |
Solder Paste (Lead-Free) |
300 Series / 200 Series |
| Alpha OM-338-T |
Solder Paste (Lead-Free No-Clean) |
300 Series / 200 Series |
| Alpha OM-340 |
Solder Paste (Lead-Free) |
300 Series / 200 Series |
| Alpha CVP-390 |
Solder Paste (Zero-Halogen) |
400 Series / 200 Series |
| Alpha WS-809 |
Solder Paste (Water-Soluble) |
300 Series / 200 Series |
| Alpha EF-8000 |
Liquid Wave Flux |
300 Series / M-Series |
| Kester 256 |
Solder Paste (SnPb Rosin) |
300 Series / 200 Series |
| Kester 275 |
Solder Paste (Lead-Free No-Clean) |
300 Series / 200 Series |
| Kester NP505-HR |
Solder Paste (Zero-Halogen) |
400 Series / 200 Series |
| Kester 959T |
Liquid Flux (No-Clean) |
300 Series / M-Series |
| Kester 331 |
Solder Paste (Water-Soluble) |
300 Series / 200 Series |
| Indium 8.9HF |
Solder Paste (Halogen-Free) |
400 Series / 200 Series |
| Indium 10.1 |
Solder Paste (Lead-Free) |
300 Series / 200 Series |
| Indium 3.2 |
Solder Paste (Water-Soluble) |
300 Series / 200 Series |
| Indium TACFlux 020B |
Rework Flux |
300 Series / M-Series |
| Senju M705-GRN360 |
Solder Paste (Lead-Free) |
300 Series / 200 Series |
| Senju M705-SHF |
Solder Paste (Lead-Free) |
400 Series / 200 Series |
| Senju M705-S101 |
Solder Paste (Lead-Free) |
300 Series / 200 Series |
| AIM NC258 |
Solder Paste (Lead-Free No-Clean) |
300 Series / 200 Series |
| AIM M8 |
Solder Paste (Lead-Free No-Clean) |
400 Series / 200 Series |
| AIM WS715M |
Solder Paste (Water-Soluble) |
300 Series / 200 Series |
| Heraeus F640 |
Solder Paste (Lead-Free) |
300 Series / 200 Series |
| Heraeus PD 955 |
SMT Adhesive |
200 Series |
| Loctite GC 10 |
Solder Paste (Temperature Stable) |
400 Series / 200 Series |
| Loctite LF-318 |
Solder Paste (Lead-Free No-Clean) |
300 Series / 200 Series |
| Loctite 3621 |
SMT Chip Adhesive |
200 Series |
| Amtech NC-559-V2-TF |
Tacky Flux |
300 Series / M-Series |
| Amtech VS-213-A |
Universal Flux |
300 Series / M-Series |
| Cobar 390-RXHT |
Wave Soldering Flux |
300 Series / M-Series |
| Nihon Superior SN100C |
Lead-Free Alloy Paste |
300 Series / 200 Series |
| Tamura TLF-204 |
Solder Paste (Lead-Free) |
400 Series / 200 Series |
| Inventec Ecorel Free 305-16 |
Solder Paste (Lead-Free) |
300 Series / 200 Series |
| Peters ELPEGUARD SL 1307 FLZ |
Conformal Coating (Acrylic) |
EFD Series |
| Humiseal 1B31 |
Conformal Coating (Acrylic) |
EFD Series |
| Electrolube DCA |
Conformal Coating (Silicone Modified) |
EFD Series |
| Fuji Red Glue |
SMT Adhesive |
200 Series |
| Almit LFM-48 |
Solder Paste (Lead-Free) |
300 Series / 200 Series |
| Shenmao PF606-P26 |
Solder Paste (Lead-Free) |
300 Series / 200 Series |
| Qualitek DSP 862 |
Solder Paste (Water-Soluble) |
300 Series / 200 Series |
