Rustbuster Fe-123 Molecular Rust Converter
A single pack water thinned, air drying, rust converter, pigmented with zinc phosphate anticorrosive pigments.
Properties and Areas of Use
Water resistant film with good anticorrosive properties.
Suitable for wire brushed and hand abraded steel surfaces
Non flamable.
Suitable for use on structural steel and machinery.
Low odour.
Can be applied over slightly damp surfaces.
Technical and General Information
(material at 20°C)
Colour Range White
(colour change to black indicates that effective rust
conversion has taken place)
Specific Gravity 1.38
VOC Content 29 grams / litre
Theoretical Spreading Rate 10 square metres per litre
(loss factors will apply in practice)
Surface Dry 20 - 30 minutes
Overcoating Interval 2 - 3 hours minimum
Maximum unlimited
Storage Life 12 months minimum
Flash Point (Abel) Non-flammable
Suitable Surfaces
Steel mechanically prepared to SIS St 3, by wire brush and disc or hand abrading.
Application Climate
Substrate temperature should be 10°C or above for application and during cure and a minimum of 3°C above the dew point. Relative humidity should be below 60% and adequate dry air ventilation supplied during drying.
Application Information
Application and use should always conform with the codes of practice described in BS 6150 and BS 5493.
Brush
Best method of application, to ensure penetration into any remaining rust residues.
Conventional Air Spraying And Dipping
Both methods can be used, but are not as effective as brushing.
Cleaning Thinner
Equipment should be cleaned immediately after use firstly with water, then with white spirit.
Summary Safety Information
Always refer to the Health and Safety sheet for the product before use, and observe the warning phrases on the label. In general avoid inhalation of spray mist and skin contact by the use of masks, gloves and other personal protection. Eyes should be copiously washed with water or proprietary wash, and medical attention obtained.
Skin should be thoroughly washed using a cleanser and soap and water. Product is non flammable.
Rustbuster Ltd
Hop Pole
Spalding
England
PE11 3HH
(0044) 01775 630 958
www.rust.co.uk
fax (0044) 01775 630 961