Aqueous Technologies Trident CLO Zero Discharge Machine (water-soluble fluxes)

The Trident CLO (Closed Loop Operation) is a zero-discharge, fully automated cleaning system designed for water-soluble (OA) fluxes and other polar residues. It operates using DI-water only, with no additional chemicals.

Zero discharge means the machine does not require any drain to dispose of wastewater—water is re-used in a closed-loop system. Closed-loop operation includes recycle of wash water and DI water, limiting or eliminating effluent and reducing environmental impact.

It uses DI (deionised) water alone, with internal water generation, to wash away soluble flux; high-power forced hot-air convection plus radiant drying then remove moisture. Washing is automated with programmable wash, rinse, and dry cycles.

The machine includes built-in programmable resistivity monitoring to check water purity / cleanliness, unlimited programmable recipes, advanced SPC (Statistical Process Control) data logging, and optional barcode scanning for traceability.

• Footprint / size: approx. 44.75″ W × 44.25″ D × 70″ H.
• Electrical: 3-phase supply, either 208-240 VAC 3Ø at 40 amps, or 400 VAC 3Ø at 30 amps.

The frame is welded steel tube with steel panels, finished with baked powder-coat (hammer-tone style). Plumbing and fluid delivery are stainless steel, and nozzles are stainless steel, placing well for durability and corrosion resistance.

As no chemicals are required, and all cycles are closed-loop, there are savings in chemical purchase, chemical disposal, and drain permitting. Lower water usage (no drain flow), fewer consumables. The system includes programmable maintenance reminders.

• Because it uses only DI-water and no chemical additive, some non-polar flux residues (or heavily non-ionic compounds) may not be sufficiently addressed. It is optimized for water-soluble / polar residues.
• Power and space requirements are significant (three-phase supply, substantial footprint). Users need to ensure facility can supply required electrical power.
• The closed-loop rinse and generation of DI water require periodic maintenance (filters, de-ionization cartridges, etc) to maintain performance.
• Cycle times might be longer than chemical-assisted systems for certain heavy residue or mixed flux types, due to reliance solely on physical processes (water + drying).