Orthasolve Solvent Based Adhesive Remover - Contact Adhesive Cleaner and Thinner

Professional Solvent Based Adhesive Remover for Contact Adhesives

A professional-grade, toluene-free solvent designed to remove adhesive residues and adjust the viscosity of industrial contact adhesives, coatings, and resins.

• Best for: Orthotic workshops, fabrication labs, manufacturing environments, and technical cleaning tasks.
• Not ideal for: Food-contact surfaces or domestic cleaning applications.

• Toluene-free formulation
• Fast evaporation with minimal residue
• Compatible with multiple technical materials

 

 

What is it?

Orthasolve Adhesive Remover is a professional solvent cleaner and thinner formulated for workshop, fabrication, and manufacturing environments where reliable removal of adhesives, oils, greases, and residues is required.

The solvent is designed to support both cleaning and adhesive preparation tasks. It can be used to remove residual adhesives from tools and equipment, prepare surfaces before bonding or coating, and adjust the working viscosity of certain adhesives, paints, and coatings used in fabrication processes.

Unlike traditional solvent cleaners that rely on toluene, Orthasolve uses a toluene-free formulation. This provides effective cleaning performance while reducing some of the handling concerns associated with older solvent systems. The product evaporates quickly after application, helping leave surfaces clean and ready for further processing.

Orthasolve is suitable for use on a wide range of technical materials including metals, plastics, rubber, and composite surfaces commonly found in orthotic laboratories and manufacturing workshops.

Who is it for?

Orthasolve is intended for professional workshop and technical environments where adhesives, coatings, and industrial materials are routinely handled. It is particularly useful in orthotic and prosthetic fabrication where adhesives are commonly used during insole, brace, and footwear modification processes.

The solvent also supports industries where controlled adhesive application and reliable cleaning are part of routine production or maintenance tasks.

• Orthotists and prosthetists
• Orthotic fabrication technicians
• Podiatry clinics with in-house orthotic modification
• Footwear technicians and repair specialists
• Industrial manufacturing workshops
• Medical device fabrication environments
• Automotive repair and finishing technicians
• Aerospace maintenance teams
• Electronics assembly technicians

What is the Adhesive Remover used for?

Orthasolve supports a range of practical workshop tasks where adhesives, coatings, and industrial residues must be managed effectively. It is commonly used both before and after adhesive application processes to help maintain clean tools and consistent bonding surfaces.

Applications

• Removing contact adhesive residues from tools and equipment
• Cleaning surfaces before bonding or coating
• Adjusting viscosity of certain contact adhesives
• Thinning compatible paints and coatings
• Degreasing metal components before assembly
• Cleaning fabrication tools and rollers
• Preparing orthotic shells or components before bonding
• Maintaining workshop equipment

Characteristics

• Toluene-free solvent system
• Fast evaporation to support efficient workflows
• Effective removal of oils, waxes, greases, and adhesives
• Non-corrosive when used appropriately
• Suitable for use on metals, plastics, rubber, and composites
• Minimal residue after evaporation

Typical Users

• Orthotic and prosthetic laboratories
• Footwear modification workshops
• Manufacturing production environments
• Technical maintenance departments
• Automotive refinishing technicians
• Electronics and device assembly teams

How to work with it

Orthasolve is typically applied using a cloth, brush, or controlled dispensing method depending on the cleaning or thinning requirement. When used as an adhesive thinner, small incremental additions are recommended to maintain the intended adhesive performance.

The solvent evaporates quickly after application, which helps reduce downtime between cleaning and further fabrication steps.

Expected Use Timeline

First use

During initial use, Orthasolve can immediately begin dissolving and lifting adhesive residues, oils, and waxes from surfaces. When used as a thinner, small additions can adjust adhesive viscosity for easier spreading or brushing.

Ongoing workshop use

In routine workshop settings, Orthasolve may become part of daily cleaning and adhesive preparation processes. Regular use can help maintain cleaner tools, consistent adhesive application, and improved surface preparation before bonding or coating.

Problem → Solution

Key benefits of our Adhesive Remover

• Toluene-free formulation designed for professional workshop use
• Dual-purpose function as both cleaner and adhesive thinner
• Fast evaporation helps reduce workflow delays
• Effective removal of oils, waxes, greases, and adhesive residues
• Compatible with common fabrication materials including metal and rubber
• Suitable for multiple industries including orthotics and manufacturing

Common mistakes to avoid

• Adding excessive solvent when thinning adhesives
• Using on surfaces without first checking compatibility
• Working in poorly ventilated environments
• Assuming the solvent is suitable for food-contact surfaces

How to work with Orthasolve Adhesive Remover

1. Ensure the workspace is well ventilated before use.
2. Wear appropriate protective equipment such as gloves and eye protection.
3. Apply a small amount of solvent to a cloth or applicator.
4. Wipe the affected surface or tool to dissolve residues.
5. Allow the solvent to evaporate fully before continuing work.
6. When thinning adhesives, add small amounts gradually and mix thoroughly.
7. Always test on a small surface area when working with unfamiliar materials.

Technical specifications

Frequently asked questions

What is Orthasolve mainly used for?

Orthasolve is primarily used for cleaning adhesive residues, oils, greases, and waxes from tools and surfaces. It may also be used in controlled quantities to thin certain adhesives and coatings.

Is Orthasolve suitable for orthotic workshops?

Yes. It can be used for cleaning tools, preparing bonding surfaces, and adjusting adhesive viscosity during orthotic fabrication or modification processes.

Does Orthasolve leave residue?

The solvent is designed to evaporate quickly and typically leaves minimal residue when used correctly.

Can it be used on plastics and rubber?

Orthasolve is generally compatible with plastics and rubber used in fabrication environments. However, testing on a small area is recommended before widespread use.

Is Orthasolve a paint thinner?

It may be used as a thinning agent for compatible coatings or paints, but users should always check compatibility with the specific product being thinned.

How should Orthasolve be stored?

Store the container tightly sealed in a cool, dry location away from ignition sources and direct sunlight.

Is Orthasolve suitable for food preparation environments?

No. The product is intended for technical and industrial applications rather than food-related environments.

Complementary products

Orthasolve is often used alongside other workshop materials and fabrication supplies to support adhesive preparation and equipment maintenance.

• Contact adhesives used in orthotic fabrication
• Application brushes and adhesive spreaders
• Workshop cleaning cloths and wipes
• Surface preparation materials
• Protective gloves and workshop PPE

Content credibility

Written by: Algeos Product & Clinical Content Team

Last reviewed: April 2026

This content is intended to support product understanding and purchasing decisions. It is designed as general buyer guidance and does not replace professional training, workshop safety procedures, or technical manufacturing advice.