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Five Star91037068620 P.B.W. Cleanser - 4 Pounds

Five Star91037068620 P.B.W. Cleanser - 4 Pounds

Q: Are the mixing proportions on the bottle given in fluid ounces (volume) per gallon or ounces (weight) per gallon.

My label gives dilutions in "oz" per gallon, but it doesn't specify whether this is fluid ounces or avoirdupois ounces. It does indicate weighted solutions for different uses: 0.56% solution by weight for light cleaning (5.6 grams per liter of water) My label says ".075%" to 1.1% solution by weight for medium cleaning (I'm guessing the former is a typo and was intended to be 0.75% rather than .075%, so this would be 7.5 - 11 grams per liter of water) "2 to 4 oz per gallon" For soaking solutions or heavy cleaning (I guess this would be 11 - 22 grams per liter of water) In short, the measurements on my label are inconsistent, so I stick with the weighted solutions and measure that way. For reference, I measured out a standard 8oz US measuring cup and it weighed 260 grams, or about 16.25 grams per Tablespoon. This works out to (roughly): 4 teaspoons per gallon of water for light cleaning 5½ - 8 teaspoons per gallon for medium cleaning 8 - 16 teaspoons per gallon for heavy cleaning/soaking

Q: Is this an alkaline wash like Craft Meister. Using it to remove labels from craft brew bottles to recycle for homebrew.

Wineman is incorrect - PBW is significantly stronger than soda ash. An aqueous solution containing 1% soda ash has a pH of approximately 11.4. A 1% solution of PBW (30% sodium metasilicate anhydrous) has a pH of approximately 12.0. PBW is 30% sodium metasilicate anhydrous. This is where it gets its alkalinity from. Soda Ash is considered a non-hazardous material by the department of transportation. Sodium metasilicate anhydrous on the other hand is classified as a corrosive material, requiring the diamond corrosive label. In addition it is classified as a packaging group II by the DOT. Do a search for the SDS on Soda Ash and one for Sodium Metasilicate Anhydrous. PBW is a good product, however it's marketed as something that it's not. It is a corrosive material and it should viewed from a personal protection (PPE) standpoint, similar to a material containing caustic soda. Caustic Soda is classified corrosive, packaging group II. However, sodium metasilicate anhydrous is significantly less corrosive to aluminum and other "soft metals." That however is simply its "chemistry" not its alkaline strength.

Q: Can this be used to run through a drip coffee maker

Thank you for your inquiry. I would not recommend running PBW through a drip coffee maker.

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Brand
Five Star
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Powder
Scent
Unscented
Specific Uses For Product
stainless skin
Material Feature
Organic

🌱Eco-friendly

💧Non-caustic

🧼4lb power

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Description

✨ Clean with Confidence and Conscience! ✨

SAFE FOR SKIN - No more worries about harsh chemicals; this cleaner is safe for your hands.
VERSATILE USE - Perfect for stainless steel, rubber, soft metals, and plastics—clean everything with confidence.
ECO CONSCIOUS CLEANING - Harness the power of an environmentally friendly formula that’s tough on grime but gentle on the planet.
HEAVY DUTY PERFORMANCE - Effectively tackles thick, caked-on organic soils that other cleaners can’t touch.
EFFORTLESS SOAKING ACTION - Say goodbye to scrubbing! Just soak and rinse for a sparkling clean.

The Five Star PBW Cleanser is a 4lb alkaline cleaner designed to effectively remove tough organic soils without the use of caustic chemicals. Its non-caustic, environmentally friendly formula is safe for various materials, including stainless steel and plastics, making it a versatile choice for both professional and home use.

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Are the mixing proportions on the bottle given in fluid ounces (volume) per gallon or ounces (weight) per gallon.

Is this an alkaline wash like Craft Meister. Using it to remove labels from craft brew bottles to recycle for homebrew.

Is it safe to boil PBW? I am trying to get junk out of my cross-flow wort chiller.

Can this be used to run through a drip coffee maker

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B**K

Great price. It's the real deal.

Great price for this extremely effective brewery washing detergent. This stuff makes barware sparkle! It also breaks down organic gunk on glass, stainless steel, aluminum and plastic if you soak it.

27.05.2025

A**R

it works

10.06.2025

A**C

Great stuff

works great, especially on things that can't be scrubbed well, like water bottles and tea kettles...It leaves no residue after rinsing, which is great!

14.05.2025

A**R

thank you

received thank you

5.05.2025

J**D

Clean

Great Product!

1.05.2025

B**Y

Easy to use and cleans really well.

Excellent product for cleaning brewing equipment. The product is a little pricey. I am considering looking for other options that may cost less.

23.03.2025

R**S

Good stuff

works well in my brew equipment

24.04.2025

F**K

Cant beat PBW

This is a staple for brewing. Great price and the right quantity. I brew a half barrel at a time so I use a lot of PBW. I am always happy with this when I order it.

29.03.2025

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