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Best parts washer for garage, portable parts washer cleaner

What are parts washers?

You may also know a parts washer as a parts cleaner. It is a tub created to clean car details in. It contains a solvent that provides a possibility of soaking and scrubbing parts with some rags, metal brushes, or even toothbrush. Parts washers are usually equipped with pumps that circulate the solvent though a hose. Due to this, any user is able to rinse car details with a water stream. In fact, this item is good to decrease engine internals, wheel bearings, carburetor parts, and other metal details. It would be a great option, if you work with car parts a lot.

OEMTOOLS 24805 20 Gallon Mobile Parts Washer

OEMTOOLS – Best portable parts washer cleaner

Features Casters for Maneuverability
Durable Powder-Coated Steel Construction
Working Capacity: 12 Gallons (45L)
Package Dimensions 33.2 x 23 x 19.5 inches
Item Weight 80.1 pounds

Our partner’s notice:

I have looked through hundreds of these. I have also made a list of reviews, and cons and pros of the items. And so I decided to choose this one. The construction is solid, and well-designed. It has metal pump housing items. It works well, and the installation is simple. Of course, it will do just for small projects. I like this product. But I am still trying to detect which cleaner works better.
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Black Bull PWASH20 Parts Washer with 20 Gallon Capacity

Black Bull – Awesome parts washer for garage

Removes grease, grime and oil from engine components, oil pans, carburetors , Fully enclosed electric pump recirculates fluid for quick parts washing
Steel construction, removable work shelf, fire safety lid w/fusible-link, nozzle adjusts for full coverage, on/off switch with indicator light
Rated voltage: 120v / 60 hz / 0.5a; 120 volts / 60 hz water pump, Pump output: 192 gph flow rate (with flexible pipe)
Max. Pump output: 318 gph flow rate (w/o flexible pipe), recirculates 2.6-3.2 gpm of solvent, Maximum output through spigot: 2.64-3.1 gallons/min
20 gal tank capacity/12 gal solvent capacity max; overall: 30 inch W x 21 1/4 inch D x 34 5/8 inch H; Tank: 28 inch W x 19 inch D x 10.25 inch H
Item Weight 54.4 pounds

Our partner’s notice:

This parts washer is awesome. Due to it, my life is easier. It has pump with sprayer. And so I can remove the gunk after soaking. The only thing I don’t like is the paint of the parts washer. It came off in a week. Well, I think it may be gone due to the chemicals I have used. But the manufacturers should use paints resistant to different chemicals. As to the rest, it works perfectly.

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Black Bull PPWASH20 Portable Parts Washer with 20 Gallon Capacity

Black Bull – Super parts washer rolling cart

Removes grease, grime and oil from engine components, oil pans, carburetors and more
Fully enclosed electric pump recirculates fluid for quick parts washing
Red powder coat paint finish, heavy-duty steel construction, set on a rolling cart with lockable casters
On/off switch with indicator light, 20 gallon tank capacity/12 gallon solvent capacity, fire safety lid with fusible-link
Max pump output: 192 gph flow rate (w/ flexible pipe); max pump output: 318 gph flow rate (w/o flexible pipe); recirculates 2.6-3.2 gpm of solvent
Product Dimensions 16.2 x 21.8 x 35.5 inches
Item Weight 80 pounds

Our partner’s notice:

Have you seen the instructions? It is awful! The parts washer is rather big, it has quiet motor, and it moves enough liquid. It has all features I have been looking for. I cant say anything about the durability, but the motor is standard, and can be easily replaced. So if it breaks, you do not have to get rid of the entire item. I really like it. Due to the locks on the wheels, the washer it stable. The wheels are solid and big. It has under tray that can be used for draining. It has a catch basin that holds only a gallon of liquid. So you should keep an eye on it while working. Its drain plug is metal, which is good because it will last long.

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OEMTOOLS 24804 Mobile Parts Washer

OEMTOOLS – Best benchtop parts washer

Solution Capacity (Gallon): Min 2 – Max 4
Pump Output: 264 Gallons/Hour – 4 Gallons/Minute
Power Supply: 115VAC
Dimensions: 26” (L) x 18” (W) x 9. 5” (D)
Weight: 11 Lbs

Our partner’s notice:

This item exceeded my expectations. I thought that the pump clog the cleaning fluid – nope, it has a strong flow. I chose this item because it had the brush inline, and it works well. I used it to clean grime on 1950 Plymouth. This washer coped with 67-year-dirt. As to the liquid, I got five gallons of degreaser on another site because it was cheaper there. In general, I really like this purchase and now my details are clean and fresh.

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Torin Big Red Steel Cabinet Parts Washer with 110V Electric Pump, 3.5 Gallon Capacity

Torin – Steel 3.5 gallon parts washer

Compact steel cabinet parts washer great for small parts cleaning jobs including wheel bearings, gears, and carburetors
3.5 gallon fluid reservoir capacity with a 325 gallon per hour electric pump; Pump is 110 V and recycles at 1/2 gallon per minute
Durable, steel construction; Work basin dimensions are 18″ wide by 13.5″ deep and 9″ high
Not for use with high volatile, flammable or combustible solvents
Product Dimensions 18.5 x 14.2 x 9.8 inches
Item Weight 16.7 pounds

Our partner’s notice:

Nice machine! I took kerosene as a solvent because it gives some residue preventing rust and the low flash point. I should notice you that this washer is rather small, and so you will have to constantly remove the splash fluid. The stream is fast, and so fluid is everywhere. This problem may be solved by pairing the washer with a flow. I think that 20 gallon washer would be just fine. It is my little recommendation for you if you do not want to constantly wash your garage floor.

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Red Sun Parts Washer 3.5 Gallon Capacity Tank Cabinet Electric Solvent Pump&Brush Protable Automotive Parts Cleaner

Red Sun – Lightweight parts washer for garage

FLOW-THRU PARTS BRUSH WITH TUBE+180 DEGREE ROATING NOZZLE: Designed for circulating washing. Heavy-Duty grooved handle. 28-Inch (71-Centimeters) Long Tube. The flexible metal nozzle is ideally used to guide the cleaning agent to the parts which need to be cleaned
HIGH FLOW PUMP: High flow parts washers pump, ability to clean all types of parts efficiently and quickly, such as screws, bearings, gaskets, suitable for all kinds of working environment, such as auto repair shop, the construction site
STURDY STEEL+ANTI-RUST COATING: Redsun parts washer cleaner were made of sturdy steel, the powder coating can resist rust and corrosion.However, we do not recommend the use of volatile solvents such as gasoline
LIGHTWEIGHT AND PROTABLE: This parts washer is light weight enough. That you can easily pack it up and move the parts washer from job site to job site or from your shop to your garage
PERFORMANCE GUARANTEE: You can get our performance guarantee. If you have any problems with the parts you need, simply contact customer service for a replacement or refund
Product Dimensions 16.9 x 13.4 x 8.7 inches
Item Weight 17.45 pounds

Our partner’s notice:

I have been looking for a good parts washer for a long time. When I got the package, I couldn’t wait to open it. The washer looked the same as on the pic. The material was steel, and rather solid. I’m completely satisfied with the washer. I clean my bike details and some car parts with it. It works well!

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Redline RE20PW 20 Gallon Parts Washer Cabinet with 110V Electric Pump

Redline – Affordable parts washer cleaner

Petroleum based fluid NOT recommended for this washer
Overall dims 28″ W x 35″ H x 19″ D
110 volt pumps at 50 gph
On/off switch with indicator light
Includes UL listed pump with 60 day warranty on the pump
Item Weight 60 pounds

Our partner’s notice:

I have been using the washer for three days now. I’m using kerosene. The liquid flow comes out fast, and if you do not take measures, it may splash you and everything around you! For its small sizes, it works well. Also, I have tried water-based liquids for degreasing items. I just want to test it. The pump does not have any filter, and it has plastic screen. Filter cloth may be used as a pump filter, if needed. I’m getting used to it!

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Mophorn Ultrasonic Cleaner 1.3L

Mophorn – Ultrasonic parts washer cleaner

PRODUCT PARAMETERS — ultrasonic power: 60w; heating power: 50w; capacity 1.3 liters; temperature setting range: 0-80℃ (0-176℉）, time setting range: 1 – 30 minutes
MATERIAL:Made Of Excellent Stainless Steel, Sturdy, Anti-Corrosion, Rust-Proof And No Water Leakage For Longer Service Time
LED DIGITAL:Large digital timer and temperature display for precise wash time and temperature control. Effectively clean a small number of imprinted particles
EASY TO OPERATE – After connecting the power supply, simply set the cleaning time and temperature setting time, then press the switch button, the work indicator will light up and start cleaning
APPLICATION -Our digital ultrasonic cleaner is used to clean dirt, oil and bacteria that are difficult to peel off in metal products. Suitable for cleaning electronic tools, jewelry, glasses, dental equipment, etc. Widely used in services, electronics, pharmaceuticals, machinery, chemicals and many other fields
Shipping Weight: 5.4 pounds

Our partner’s notice:

I love this washer! It works without any problems. All the time! and I got it to clean my car parts. In a week, I saw that the toggle switch worked weirdly. As I really love this thing, I didn’t send it back to the shop because of a broken switch. I still got the positive result. I informed the customer service about the toggle switches. They were friendly to me. The most important thing to me is that this washer works. I’m using it with purple power and water solution. And their combination is just fine!

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Little Giant 518550 Submersible Parts Washer Pump

Little Giant – Parts washer pump 110V

1/40 horsepower
300 GPH @ 1 Feet rise to 12. 2 Feet max
115 VAC, 60 Hz single phase
1/4-Inch MNPT discharge and 1/2-Inch MNPT Master Builders conduit fitting
Completely submersible
Product Dimensions 2.8 x 6.2 x 6.2 inches
Item Weight 4.3 pounds

Our partner’s notice:

As I used mineral spirits in Harbor Freight washer, its pump broke in a month. I didn’t want to use the same pump for it, I decided to try this pump and modify this washer. I wanted to add a spin on oil filter. So I took a remote filter bracket, some pipe fittings, and 3/8 hose, and this item worked in no time. The only issue I faced was that the pump was bigger than the previous one, and so I had to place it on the stock of the pump enclosure. It pumps the liquid with enough power, even through the filter Hastings LF426, and its work is noiseless.

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Premium Sandblaster Sand Blaster Gun Kit, Soda Blaster

LE LEMATEC – portable sandblasting machine

THE PORTABLE SANDBLASTER: Experience a different kind of blasting activity with Lematec AS118-2 Portable Sandblaster. This small air tool has got what it takes to be the bad wolf in media blasting. It supports various sand blasting media like steel grit, glass beads, walnut shells, silicon carbide, aluminum oxide and more. Use it according to your preference as media blaster, sand blaster gun kit, sand blasters, sandblaster with 10 foot hose, bead blaster, portable sandblaster, soda blaster
GRAVITY FEED SAND BLASTER GUN: The Lematec AS118-2 Portable Sandblaster is designed to operate initially as a gravity-fed sandblaster which offers flexibility and perfect for spot sandblasting. Perfect for DIY projects and surface preparations for automotive care. This is one reliable sandblaster gun you can use flexibly in different workshops. This is your ideal gravity feed sandblaster gun
SIPHON FEED MEDIA BLASTER: The Lematec AS118-2 Portable Sandblaster Kit is designed with siphon feed sandblasting function for small to large scale sandblasting activities. Freely adjust your blasting preference by getting more abrasive from sand blasting tank via siphon feed mechanism. This sand blaster siphon works well in any small to large-scale automotive and industrial settings. Good siphon feed sand blaster, sandblaster siphon, siphon feed blast gun for home workshops too!
10-feet Siphon Hose Included: This hand held sandblaster includes a durable 10-feet hose with the siphon tube as a complete sand blaster with 10 foot hose kit. This will get you started in no time, no more mix and match of soda blaster accessories. Just prepare your abrasive and you are good to go
RISK-FREE MONEY BACK GUARANTEE: All Ubiquitous/Lematec products are built with durable materials and are designed to bring you convenience and ease of use. We stand behind the craftsmanship of all our products. If You Are Not Completely Satisfied with our Air Impact Wrench, Simply Contact Us And We Will Give You A Full Refund, No Questions Asked!
Shipping Weight: 3.6 pounds

Our partner’s notice:

I don’t have any experience with sand blasting, but I had to solve some auto and home projects. The gun kit gives all needed functions except blast media. I can use the internal reservoir. For now I really like the result and efficacy. I saved time as it works just perfectly for me. It is a good investment. I recommend it!

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Also, parts washers have different sizes and shapes, and are usually electric. The most demanded models are floor standing with unchanged floor space. Benchtop washers are considered the best option because they are portable, easy to use and store, and have limited capacities. They easily clean parts, and solvent disposal is not messy.

If you are tired to clean your parts in the sink and then clean the sink, you may start considering the alternative. You go to the internet and read a lot of different reviews about parts washers, and now you may be confused. We recommend you to pay attention to the following questions before buying any parts washer.

GPM of pump

Mainly, buyers pay attention to the reviews and consider different numbers that really matter. You should know that pump is important, and you should know its capacity. Pay attention to gallons per minute (GPM) of the pump. Its volume is more important than the pressure.

Will you be able to disassemble the parts washer?

Of course, the removable items may bring you more work, but in this case, the parts washer may be easily cleaned. It means that a regular cleaning of the parts washer will elongate the life of this item. Sometimes, it is better to change some detail of the product than the whole product.

Washer heat production

It is better to pay attention to devices that act between 170 and 175 degrees. If your washer has lower degrees, it will take more time to heat up before you may use it. So, if you want to save some time, it is better to buy parts washer with good heat production.

Parts Washer Advantages

Buying a new parts washer is a good investment for the vehicles as well as for the lifestyle. Here are some advantages of the parts washer.

No more Grime! A parts washer of high quality makes car details clean and nice. You will forget about the grime on your car.
Friendly to the environment. The parts washer can clean greasy parts of the bicycle, and change carbon-based containment into nontoxical liquid. It means that our planet will be healthier due to less amount of carbon-dioxide.
Smart and long-run investment! You will save your time and money when you buy quality parts washer that consists of the durable materials and is resistant to rust for many years.

Safety Recommendations for Cleaning

Every specialist in mechanics knows that safety is essential during the work with the vehicle details. Buying parts washers, you should know some safety rules to have a safe cleaning.

Make sure you have enough space around your washer. You should know all operations of the machine and ways how to turn it on and off. Due to this, you will avoid bad situations.
Make sure that you have enough ventilated air in your garage. When you work with the parts washer, you use chemical liquids, and so you should not inhale these toxic things. When you are going to clean any item, open windows or door in the garage to let the air in.
The lid should close automatically. It is always dangerous to work with solvents. There are models that have a safety automatic lid closure. You may also find it as a fusible link. In case of an emergency, the lid will close automatically. This way, the fire does not spread, and you will not be affected. Also, when you leave your washer for some time, make sure to close the lid.

There are parts washers with solvent gallons. The amount of solvent depends on a size of your washer. It is kept at the bottom of the parts washer. There is a pump that pumps clear solvent through the nozzle. The grease and dirt go to the bottom of the tank.

You may also find water parts washers. This type of the parts washers use detergent, heat, and energy to provide enough cleaning power. Heating is used as a turntable. Also, an electrical motor may be used for driving a centrifugal pump. That is why, your pump and nozzles should be of high quality in order to have a smooth process!
How to use a parts washer?

The usage is simple: just put your dirty item into the washer, turn it on and let it do the rest! Some models of the parts washers are equipped with nozzles that line the walls for easier life.

What solvent should be used in a parts washer?

Petroleum solvent is used in the parts washer. It is kept in a pan at the washer bottom. Electric liquid is soaked into the solvent to create clean solvent from the top of the tank. Then it is pumped at the low pressure for items cleaning. In addition, petroleum solvents are flammable and cannot be disposed! And so, many people prefer water parts washers. Alkaline water-based solutions remove grease and dirt, they do not dissolve them like solvent washers. In fact, the greatest benefit of them is that water parts washers are non-flammable, and non-hazardous. Also, you will spend less costs for its management.

As you see, you have an option. If you work with highly grimy items every day, you should consider petroleum solvents. And if you do not work a lot with those items, the water-based washers generate less vapors, and so you will be protected and avoid health issues. It is up to you what to choose!