is it okay to clean tank with isopropyl alcohol before siliconing in baffles?

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I cleaned parts of the tank where the baffles will go with 70% isopropyl alcohol that is used for cuts and what not, is that okay to silicone onto after cleaning with that or should I clean it with something else?
 
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As long as this is a dry tank then yes that should be okay as long as you give it a few minutes for the alcohol to evaporate off the surface. I normally wipe down surfaces with isopropyl alcohol until the paper towel is clean then wipe it once more and let it dry before applying silicone.
 
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