DeRUST™

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DeRUST™ – Rust Remover: Effectively removes rust off steel substrates (including rust-bleed and cross contamination on stainless and other materials).  Safe for use on virtually any substrate including painted metal (will not remove paint).  Removal by wiping or washing leaves surfaces ready for painting or fabricating without additional surface preparation.

DeRUST™ will also effectively remove patina from copper and brass

Available in 3 formulas – GEL, LIQUID and POWDER (that mixes to liquid)

  • Water-based, fully biodegradable formulation
  • Will not pit or corrode healthy metal –even with extended dwell time
  • GEL Version for spray-on and brush-on applications
  • LIQUID Version for dip tanks, flushing systems and immersion applications
  • GEL version can be applied and left to form a protective crust for transport/storage.  Easily removed by pressure washing when needed – clean, rust-free surface is exposed
  • LIQUID version can be RECHARGED and reused numerous time without losing effectiveness
  • POWDER Version: Mix-on-demand with water/salt water for small and large volume applications (such as ballast tanks and immersion tanks)
  • POWDER Version is easy to store and transport, can be reused without losing effectiveness
  • Rust-bleed and cross-contamination rust off of most other surfaces
  • Any painted, rusted metal project – IT WON’T REMOVE THE PAINT…ONLY THE RUST
  • Patina removal of copper and brass
  • Marine projects, shops and chandleries
  • Specialty automotive repair and maintenance
  • Equipment, parts and tool repair and refurbishment
  • Home and outdoor projects
  • Metal-smith projects
  • Bicycle repair and maintenance

DeRUST™ is suitable for indoor/outdoor use. It will remove rust and iron surface contamination from;

  • Steel and Steel Alloys
  • Stainless Steel
  • Aluminum
  • Certain other metals and Painted Metals
  • Concrete (some surface cross contamination staining) and
  • Certain Natural Stone and some Plastics
  • Patina off copper and brass

First, preclean surfaces to remove all oils, grease, dirt and other contaminates, using Protocol’s DEEP CLEAN XTREME or other alkaline cleaner / degreaser.

Remove any loose or heavy rust scale using a stiff brush.  When applying by synthetic brush or by spray, apply a liberal amount of DeRUST™ (Gel) directly on the affected area.  Ensure complete coverage Once applied, DO NOT agitate or interfere with.

DeRUST™ (Liquid) is designed for dip / immersion tanks ONLY.  It is not designed for spray application as it will not cling to the surface. 

When using DeRUST™ on porous surfaces (such as concrete) liberally applying DeRUST™ (Liquid) to soak the affected area, then applying DeRUST™ (Gel) to cover the affected area, can product better results.

Refer to individual TDS sheets for more detailed instructions.

Coverage

GEL:
Brush On Application
80ft2 / 1US gallon (approximately)

Spray On Application
00ft2 / 1US gallon (approximately)
(Consult the TDS for sprayer specifications)

LIQUID:
RECHARGABLE – In dip/immersion tanks the product can be reused for several week or months depending on the severity of rust on each part and the number and size of parts being treated. Filter our sediment and add new product.

DeRUST™ Gel and Liquid are ready to use, DO NOT DILUTE. Do not allow product to freeze.

Available Sizing

DeRUST™ Gel available in:
1 US gallon pail – Case of 4
5 US gallon pail

DeRUST™ Liquid available in:
5 US gallon pail
275 US gallon totes

DeRUST™ Powder available in:
Quantities for specific requests
Larger and specialty sizes available upon request.

Dwell time can range from 30 minutes to 24 hours.  Wipe, wash or pressure wash off.

DeRUSTTM (Gel) left for tended periods of time and will harden to a protective “crust”.  Pressure washing to remove will be required.

Always perform a test patch to determine adequate dwell time / immersion time.. 

Dwell time will vary greatly based on the degree of rust scale.  Warmer temperatures will increase working speed and decrease dwell time. 

DeRUSTTM  can be left on surfaces as long as is needed – overnight or until removal is convenient – without fear of pitting, corrosion or damage the healthy metal. 

DeRUST™

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This information is a brief overview only. Please refer to the TDS (Technical Data Sheet) for complete use and application instructions.