OmegaSonics SST4030 Ultrasonic Parts Cleaner

Used OmegaSonics model OMG 4030SST ultrasonic parts cleaner, serial# AV-OMG4030-606.

From the Manufacturer:

From OmegaSonics:

The SST 4030 was specifically created to accommodate the print capacity of the Stratasys mc900 3D FDM printing system. This 187-gallon capacity ultrasonic parts cleaner will remove soluble support structure from a printed part as large as 3’ x 2.5’ x 3’. Since removing SST material from a print does not require filtration, the SST 4030 utilizes only digitally controlled heat and ultrasound to clean.

Unique Features

• Portable
• Dual hinged lid
• Enclosed generators
• Digital control panel
• Ultrasonic Power: 8000 Watts Peak
• 3 phase/ 208-220 VAC/ 50 Amp

Specs:

• Tank Dimensions: 40″ length x 30″ width x 40″ working depth
• Overall Dimensions: 69″ length x 39″ width x 55″ height
• Gallons: 187 gallons
• Product Manual: Operation & Instruction Manual

More:

In the context of OmegaSonics' description, SST material refers to Soluble Support Technology (SST), a type of dissolvable support material used in Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM) 3D printing. This material is often used in dual-extrusion 3D printers, where one extruder prints the main model using a thermoplastic like ABS or PLA, while the second extruder prints the support structures using a water-soluble material.

The SST material dissolves in heated water or a detergent-based bath, eliminating the need for mechanical removal or additional filtration. This makes it ideal for complex geometries and delicate prints where traditional support removal could damage the final part.

In the case of the OmegaSonics SST 4030, the machine uses heat and ultrasonic agitation to dissolve the support material without requiring filtration, likely because the material fully dissolves into the cleaning solution rather than breaking into large solid particles.