Microemulsion Explained: Why AQUAQUICK 2000 Doesn’t Let Oil Resettle

One of the most impressive aspects of AQUAQUICK 2000’s performance is its ability to form stable microemulsions, which prevent cleaned hydrocarbons from re-depositing back onto surfaces. Unlike ordinary cleaners that may loosen dirt only for it to resettle moments later, AQUAQUICK 2000 locks oil in suspension—allowing for complete and clean removal with water.

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🧪 What is a Microemulsion?

A microemulsion is a thermodynamically stable mixture of oil, water, and surfactants that forms clear or translucent droplets, typically in the 10 to 100 nanometer range. These droplets encapsulate oil molecules, creating a uniform dispersion that:

• 🔒 Prevents oil droplets from coalescing
• 💧 Remains stable over time
• 🚿 Can be rinsed easily from surfaces without redeposit

In AQUAQUICK 2000, this behavior happens automatically during use, without the need for heating, shaking, or special additives.

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⚙️ How AQUAQUICK 2000 Creates Microemulsions

1. Contact Phase: Once sprayed or poured, surfactants in AQUAQUICK 2000 begin penetrating and softening hydrocarbon bonds.
2. Emulsification Phase: The surfactant molecules surround each oil droplet, with their hydrophobic tails facing inward and hydrophilic heads facing outward.
3. Microemulsion Formation: Tiny oil droplets are trapped in nano-sized micelles that remain stable in water.
4. Suspension & Removal: The microemulsion stays dispersed in the rinse water and is washed away cleanly without oily residue or surface film.

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🔬 Why Microemulsions Matter in Cleaning

Feature	AQUAQUICK 2000 Benefit
Emulsion Stability	Keeps oil from resettling on cleaned areas
Uniform Particle Distribution	Ensures even cleaning over wide surfaces
No Phase Separation	Cleaner remains effective without stirring
Extended Cleaning Time	Emulsion remains active even after 30+ mins
Environmental Compatibility	Easily biodegradable, not persistent in water

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🔄 Difference from Traditional Degreasers

Attribute	AQUAQUICK 2000	Traditional Degreaser
Oil Emulsion Stability	✅ High	❌ Often unstable
Settling / Residue Risk	❌ None	✅ Yes, oil can redeposit
Need for Mixing/Stirring	❌ Not required	✅ Often needed before use
Emulsion Particle Size	🔬 Micro/nano scale	🟠 Larger, less stable droplets

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💡 Technical Insight

• Microemulsions formed by AQUAQUICK 2000 are thermodynamically stable, meaning they stay intact over time and don’t separate, even under pressure or temperature fluctuations.
• These microemulsions are also readily biodegradable, meaning once rinsed away, they do not persist in the environment—unlike petroleum-based emulsions.

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Conclusion: AQUAQUICK 2000’s microemulsion technology ensures that once oil is lifted, it stays lifted. This delivers a more thorough, consistent clean and reduces recontamination—making it a superior solution for oil, grease, and fuel removal.