• What line cleaners are compatible with my Hg5 amalgam separator?

  • Across the United States, sewage treatment facilities require that any discharge being sent to their plant have a pH between 5.5 and 10. Some states, like Massachusetts, have more stringent requirements. Massachusetts's amalgam separator requirements state that the pH leaving a separator must be between 6.5 and 9. Click here to see SolmeteX published list of line cleaners that meet these requirements.

  • How often will I have to replace my collection container?

  • The term "amalgam separator" is a somewhat misleading term - all amalgam separators are solids collectors. They collect anything that is heavy enough to settle out of the waste stream (i.e. prophy paste, air abrasion, etc.). The collection container on the Hg5 is clear, allowing the dental office to see for themselves how quickly they are going through them. An average size practice, with 4-5 chairs will get roughly 6 to 9 months life out of each collection container. The busier the practice, the quicker the collection container will need to be replaced. Due to the see-through nature of the collection container, the office has complete control over the change-out frequency of the Hg5 amalgam separator.

  • Does the Hg5 amalgam separator meet the NY regulations?

  • Yes, the Hg5 series of amalgam separators meet all NY requirements. Our system is ISO Certified at over 99% removal and we provide all necessary paperwork for recycling. Once a collection container is recycled, a Recycle Certificate is mailed to the dental office stating that they have properly disposed of their mercury waste. The certificates are marked with an estimated weight of the mercury that was recycled, meeting the requirement of the NY state regulations.

  • How do I get my free collection container due to being a member of an endorsed dental society?

  • Simply fax SolmeteX a copy of your invoice from your dental supplier showing proof of purchase, and we will send out your free collection container within days.  The fax number is (508) 393-1795.

  • What is the difference in stalling an amalgam separator on a wet vacuum system versus a dry system?

  • Dry vacuum systems have a tank in the line called an air water separator - the Hg5 should be installed before this tank. On a wet system, the separator should be installed in front of the vacuum, on the suction side. Do NOT install the amalgam separator after the vacuum.

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