Ok, so if everyone is satisfied with what they use for "snake oil", then life is good. There are so many variables in a test like this, that it is interesting reference data, but doesn't necessarily mean it is the totally emcompassing end-all, be-all answer.
Mr. Nicholson will weigh in on my next comment. Benchmark testing is performed in carefully controlled, multiple test environment. Statistical variation and standard deviation plays into the type of statement they make in the referenced article. Chemically rusting a bunch of bolts, then using a tourque wrench to determine which penetrant works best is not statistically meaningful. Run the test multiple times, in a variety of conditions, also taking into account lubricity and surface tension of the liquid, and flow characteristics at what abient temp would make me sit up and take notice.
Without knowing the base test cases, and how many different tests were used, as I said, it is interesting, but not the end of the story. So before this trails off into a debate similar to which spark plug to use, or what oil to use, or whether or not these engines require tetraethyl lead, lets just say there are multiple choices. I posted last week about the physics and chemistry behind penetrating liquids and breaking the rust bond. Take a look at that post, and then consider what has been said here.
Bottom line, if your product or home made mix makes you smile and sweat less, and make less trips to the welding supply to fill your tanks, then by all means, GO FOR IT! God bless, and have a nice day!
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