Rust Converter

Stabilises Rust Ready To Paint

Ideal For Use In Industry, Garages, Farms, Around the Home, on Cars, Caravans and Boats etc.

General

Polybond Rust Converter is a reactive polymer which can be applied to all types of rusted steel which has been cleaned. The product reacts quickly with rust, transforming iron oxide into a stable insoluble blue / black metallo-organic material, ready for painting. The tough acrylic film provides added protection prior to overcoating.

Rust Convertor Saves Time And Money

Using our product cuts down on preparation costs, makes light of an otherwise difficult, dirty and lengthy job.

• Penetrates directly in to residual rust
• Reacts quickly with rust - average time 2 hours
• Forms a water insoluble film on to which paint systems can be applied
• Unlike other chemical treatments, it is not necessary to wash treated surfaces with water prior to application of paint system
• Prevents and stops the formation of rust. Without this treatment, rust will remain active beneath paintwork

Information and Instructions

Apply a single coat of Polybond Rust Converter on to a clean surface. Make sure all traces of oil, grease, loose rust and millscale are removed.

Note : In corrosive and marine environments, rust contains soluble salts, special attention should be paid to these surfaces and they should be washed down with clean fresh water before treatment.

Application

Polybond Rust Converter is supplied ready for use. One coat only is sufficient and should be applied by brush and worked well in to the surface. Try to avoid splashing the material on to other surfaces, particularly concrete as it will stain the surface. The product can be applied by brush, roller or spraygun if required. Ideally, surfaces to be treated should not be at temperatures above 40°C. Surfaces can be treated in damp weather do not use the product in wet weather. Do not overcoat the Converter until it has fully dried. This is characterised by the surface turning a Blue / Black colour over a period of 2 to 3 hours.

Paint Systems

Polybond Rust Converter is not a paint. However, the dry film is very tough and can be left for 4 to 5 days before overcoating longer indoors. Ideally, the treated surface should be overcoated soon after treatment particularly in aggressive environments. A wide range of paints can be used over the Rust Converter.

Polybond technical sales department will be pleased to advise on the most suitable paint from their wide range of Epoxy, Chlorinated Rubber and Modified Alkyd Systems. When applying the product to sandblasted steel, it is possible to avoid the problems of flash rusting which sometimes occur when using water based primers. When treating car bodies the Rust Converter can be overcastted with Synthetic Alkyds, Nitro Cellulose and Acrylic Finishes.

Properties

Appearance	Cream coloured liquid dries clear.
Drying Time	2 to 3 hours.
Coverage	Average 10 - 12m² per litre.
Temperature	The normal application range would be between 0 and 40°C.
Application	By brush, roller or spraygun.
Cleaning	Wash equipment with clean water after use.
Pack Size	500ml, 2.5l and 5 litres.
Storage	Away from sunlight. Maximum 40°C. Protect from frost. Do not store in bottles or containers other than that in which it was supplied.
Usage	Avoid contaminating the product by putting dirty brushes in to unused material. Pour in to a separate container for use.

Health and Safety

Polybond Rust Converter is harmful if swallowed. Please avoid contact with the skin and eyes. Splashes can be removed with Methylated Spirits. Stain on hands can be removed with 1% solution of Sodium Hypochlorite (Household bleach diluted with four times its volume of water). Being acid based the usual precautions should be taken when handling the product i.e. wear rubber gloves, goggles, etc. especially when working overhead.

Product Reference No : RUST Amendment date August 2002

From Rust to Metallo Organic Material
Time and Money Saving...

The claims made in this document are made in good faith and are based on exhaustive tests carried out over a long period.
Polybond Ltd., their agents and their distributors cannot accept any liability for the behaviour of their materials in individual cases.

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