A. Product Overview

The 40kHz 50W Ultrasonic Cleaning Transducer is designed for installation in ultrasonic cleaning tanks and industrial ultrasonic cleaning equipment.

Model QXCT-4050T-45HSP4 operates at a nominal frequency of 40kHz with a tolerance of 1kHz and has a rated power of 50W.

The transducer uses high quality PZT piezoceramic material to convert electrical energy supplied by an ultrasonic generator into high frequency mechanical vibration.

Its high mechanical Q value and efficient piezoelectric construction are designed to provide an electrical to ultrasonic energy transfer rate of more than 98 percent.

Key Specifications

• Product: Ultrasonic Cleaning Transducer
• Model: QXCT-4050T-45HSP4
• Frequency: 40kHz with 1kHz tolerance
• Power: 50W
• Capacitance: 4100 pF with 10 percent tolerance
• Radiating Surface: 45 mm
• Resonance Resistance: 10 to 20 ohm
• Length: 54 mm
• Weight: Approximately 350 g per piece
• Shape: Horn type
• Piezoelectric Material: PZT piezoceramic
• Recommended operating environment: Below approximately 80 degrees Celsius

The construction includes piezoceramic elements, an electrode plate, stainless steel fastening components, insulation tubes, a pressure resistant cap and a radiation head.

B. Working Principle

The 40kHz 50W Ultrasonic Cleaning Transducer works using the piezoelectric effect.

An ultrasonic generator supplies a high frequency electrical signal to the PZT piezoelectric elements inside the transducer.

The piezoelectric elements rapidly expand and contract in response to the electrical signal. This produces high frequency mechanical vibration at approximately 40kHz.

When the transducer is correctly mounted on an ultrasonic cleaning tank, this mechanical vibration is transferred to the tank surface and then into the cleaning liquid.

The basic operating process is:

Ultrasonic Generator → Electrical Signal → PZT Piezoelectric Elements → Mechanical Vibration → Cleaning Tank → Cleaning Liquid → Ultrasonic Cleaning

Multiple transducers can also be installed on larger cleaning tanks to distribute ultrasonic vibration across a wider surface.

C. Why Is It Used?

The 40kHz 50W ultrasonic transducer is used to generate the ultrasonic vibration required for effective industrial cleaning.

Ultrasonic cleaning is particularly useful for components with complex shapes, narrow openings, recesses and difficult to reach areas.

The strong and uniform ultrasonic vibration helps remove contaminants such as:

• Oil
• Dirt
• Residue
• Industrial contamination
• Deposits on metal components
• Contamination on precision parts

The 40kHz operating frequency is commonly suitable for cleaning smaller and more detailed components where controlled ultrasonic action is required.

Typical components that can be cleaned include:

• Circuit boards
• Electronic components
• Mobile phone components
• Metal parts
• Automotive components
• Nozzles
• Electroplated components
• Bearings
• Optical lenses
• Optical glass
• Tools
• Precision hardware
• Watches and clock parts
• Jewelry
• Medical equipment
• Stainless steel utensils

The ultrasonic vibration can also be used in certain industrial and laboratory processes involving stirring, catalysis and acceleration of chemical reactions.

D. Suitable Buyers

The 40kHz 50W Ultrasonic Cleaning Transducer is suitable for industrial users, OEMs, ultrasonic cleaner manufacturers, equipment repair companies and machine builders.

Typical buyers include:

• Ultrasonic cleaning machine manufacturers
• Ultrasonic cleaner OEMs
• Ultrasonic cleaning tank manufacturers
• Ultrasonic equipment repair companies
• Industrial cleaning equipment manufacturers
• Electronics manufacturers
• PCB cleaning equipment manufacturers
• Automotive component manufacturers
• Auto parts cleaning companies
• Precision engineering companies
• Metal component manufacturers
• Electroplating industries
• Bearing manufacturers
• Optical equipment manufacturers
• Jewelry cleaning equipment manufacturers
• Watch manufacturers and repair facilities
• Medical equipment manufacturers
• Stainless steel component manufacturers
• Industrial automation companies
• Machine builders
• Laboratory equipment manufacturers
• Chemical processing companies

Typical Applications

Electronic Component Cleaning

Suitable for ultrasonic cleaning systems used for circuit boards, electronic components and other precision electronic assemblies.

Automotive Parts Cleaning

Can be used in ultrasonic tanks for cleaning suitable automotive components, mechanical parts and nozzles.

Precision Metal Cleaning

Useful for removing oil, dirt and contamination from metal components, precision hardware and tools.

Jewelry Cleaning

Suitable for ultrasonic cleaning equipment used for gold, silver and other jewelry components.

Optical Component Cleaning

Can be used for cleaning optical glass, lenses and other suitable optical components.

Bearing Cleaning

Suitable for industrial cleaning systems used for bearings and precision mechanical components.

Medical Equipment Cleaning

Can be incorporated into ultrasonic cleaning equipment intended for suitable medical instruments and equipment components.

Watch and Clock Parts Cleaning

The 40kHz frequency makes the transducer relevant for cleaning small precision components such as watch and clock parts.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is a 40kHz 50W ultrasonic cleaning transducer?

A 40kHz 50W ultrasonic cleaning transducer is a piezoelectric device that converts electrical energy from an ultrasonic generator into high frequency mechanical vibration for ultrasonic cleaning applications.

2. What is the model number of this ultrasonic transducer?

The model number is QXCT-4050T-45HSP4.

3. What is the operating frequency?

The rated operating frequency is 40kHz with a tolerance of approximately 1kHz.

4. What is the power rating?

The rated power is 50W.

5. What type of piezoelectric material is used?

The supplied product information identifies PZT piezoceramic materials, including PZT-4 and PZT-8 type materials.

6. What is the capacitance of the transducer?

The stated capacitance is approximately 4100 pF with a tolerance of 10 percent.

7. What is the radiating surface size?

The radiating surface is approximately 45 mm.

8. What is the length of the transducer?

The transducer length is approximately 54 mm.

9. What is the weight?

The stated weight is approximately 350 grams per piece.

10. What is the resonance resistance?

The specified resonance resistance is approximately 10 to 20 ohm.

11. What is the shape of the transducer?

The product uses a horn type construction.

12. How does a 40kHz ultrasonic transducer work?

The PZT piezoelectric elements receive a high frequency electrical signal from an ultrasonic generator and convert it into mechanical vibration. The vibration is transferred to the cleaning tank and cleaning liquid.

13. Is this suitable for industrial ultrasonic cleaning machines?

Yes. The product is designed for use in ultrasonic cleaning machines and industrial ultrasonic cleaning tanks.

14. Can several 40kHz 50W transducers be installed in one tank?

Yes. Multiple transducers can be installed on a larger cleaning tank when greater cleaning coverage or higher total ultrasonic power is required.

15. Is it suitable for electronic component cleaning?

Yes. The stated applications include circuit boards, mobile circuit boards and electronic components.