What else can be used as antifreeze?

The most common water-based antifreeze solutions used in electronics cooling are mixtures of water and either ethylene glycol (EGW) or propylene glycol (PGW). The use of ethylene glycol has a longer history, especially in the automotive industry.

Can you use vinegar as antifreeze?

Vinegar works well in removing these culprits because it is a mild acid that is safe to use on all metals. If you don’t want to pay someone to do a radiator flush, try using vinegar to get your car’s radiator back in good running condition.

Is it safe to drink water with antifreeze in it?

Because antifreeze tastes sweet, accidental ingestion can occur. Here are a few prevention tips to keep you and your family — including your pets — safe: Don’t pour antifreeze into water bottles or other containers. Keep the chemical in its original container.

Are there any alternatives to antifreeze for cars?

Small puddles on the ground pose an immediate threat to dogs and cats, as well as nearby wildlife, which are attracted to the smell. In most cases, even small doses of ingested antifreeze can be fatal unless spotted and treated quickly. Fortunately, a less toxic alternative antifreeze formulation is available at most auto supply stores.

What should I do if I spill antifreeze on my car?

If you spill antifreeze while working on your car, clean up the spill and spray down the area with water. This can prevent pets from drinking the fluid. Always put the cap back on antifreeze containers. Keep the chemical out of reach of children and pets. As a precaution, don’t drink any beverage that you don’t recognize.

What is the toll free number for antifreeze poisoning?

The national toll-free number in the United States is 800-222-1222. But if you’re certain that you’ve ingested antifreeze or you’re showing symptoms of antifreeze poisoning, call 911 immediately. If you think someone is at immediate risk of self-harm or hurting another person: Call 911 or your local emergency number.

Is it safe to mix two types of antifreeze?

It’s never a good idea to mix two different colors or types of antifreeze. Mixing two formulas won’t cause any dangerous reactions or explosions, but it could turn your coolant into a sludgy chemical mixture that won’t be able to flow properly through your cooling system.

Can a person get drunk by drinking antifreeze?

Most of the time they’ve heard about somebody getting drunk by drinking antifreeze, and they drink a concoction that involves ethylene glycol. Other times, they’ll find an antifreeze that actually does contain the safer type, propylene glycol, but there will be other added ingredients in the liquid mix that can make them sick.

Can you buy concentrated antifreeze in the store?

You can buy two types in the stores – concentrated, or ready-to-use. In most cases, the ‘concentrated’ stuff will act as an antifreeze when used neat down to about -9°C for the most expensive brands, or -6°C for the routine stuff (some brands claim -20°C).

Why do people put antifreeze in their cars?

When people think of antifreeze or engine coolant, they typically think of putting it in vehicles in order to keep them from overheating or to keep the water in them from freezing up.