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Specifications

  • Size: 16oz (473mL)
  • Formula: Biodegradable degreaser with wax-adhesion promoter
  • Compatibility: All chain metals, plus cassettes, chainrings, and pulleys
  • Application: Submerge or apply directly, soak about 10 minutes, rinse
  • Use: New or used chains, on or off the bike
  • Origin: Made in the USA
  • MPN: AM-AC-050-ASY-0100

FAQ

Does SILCA Chain Stripper remove factory grease from a new chain?

Yes, SILCA Chain Stripper fully removes factory grease, old oil-based lube, and contaminated wax so the chain is left as bare metal. That matters because hot wax will not bond to a chain that still has residue, and ordinary degreasers leave a film that blocks adhesion.

How does SILCA Chain Stripper prep a chain for wax?

SILCA Chain Stripper cleans the chain in about 10 minutes and also acts as a wax-adhesion promoter, priming the metal so wax bonds better and lasts longer. It replaces the multi-solvent process most riders use to prep a new chain for waxing.

Can SILCA Chain Stripper be used on cassettes and chainrings too?

Yes, it works on cassettes, chainrings, and derailleur pulleys as well as chains. Rinse everything with clean water afterward and let it dry fully before reassembly or waxing.

Best For

Riders converting to a hot wax or drip wax drivetrain who need to fully strip and prime a new or previously-lubed chain before the first treatment. It is also the time-saver for anyone who waxes multiple chains and wants one repeatable prep step instead of a bench full of solvents.

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