Description
CRC White Zinc Coating pairs the rust-inhibiting properties of zinc with a tough, flexible enamel finish in a satin white that conforms to recognised safety colour standards. High levels of anti-corrosive zinc complexes sit embedded within the resin system itself, giving the coating genuine corrosion resistance from within the film rather than relying purely on a surface barrier the way a conventional paint does.
That distinction matters most once a coated surface is scratched or damaged — a standard paint system typically undercuts and blisters as corrosion spreads beneath the intact coating around the damage, while White Zinc’s zinc-enriched chemistry actively resists that spread. Priming the metal surface with CRC Zinc It beforehand is recommended for ultimate protection, with CRC Prep It available as an intermediate coat where a heavier film build is needed.
Drying is genuinely fast — touch dry within 20 minutes, recoatable within 30, and fully cured in 24 hours — applied in a single coat with no over-coating required. Its Corrosion Protection Factor of 36 delivers up to 3 years of protection before recoating under normal conditions, with more demanding environments requiring more frequent reapplication; ongoing maintenance simply means recoating over the existing film or a clean surface.
Because white is one of the most commonly specified safety and equipment colours, having a genuinely corrosion-resistant option in that shade means equipment doesn’t have to compromise between appearance and protection.
Technical Specifications
| Formula | Zinc-enriched enamel coating |
|---|---|
| Colour | White satin finish (British Safety Colour standard) |
| Size | 400ml aerosol |
| Touch dry | 20 minutes |
| Recoat time | Within 30 minutes |
| Full cure | 24 hours |
| Heat resistance | Up to 120°C |
| Corrosion Protection Factor | 36 (up to 3 years before recoating) |
Where to Use
- Bare metal surfaces requiring safety-colour coding
- Equipment and machinery needing corrosion protection with a coloured finish
- Surfaces already primed with CRC Zinc It for maximum protection
How to Apply
- Prime if maximum protection is required — apply CRC Zinc It to the bare metal surface first.
- Shake the can — until the agitator ball moves freely, then for at least 1 further minute.
- Apply thin coats — with smooth, even strokes, holding the can approximately 25cm from the surface.
- Clean the valve — turn the can upside down and press the button until only pressure escapes.
- Allow to cure — touch dry in 20 minutes, full cure in 24 hours.
Important Notes
- Single coat application — no over-coating required for standard protection.
- Recoat within 3 years, or sooner in extreme conditions, for ongoing protection.
- Refer to the product’s Safety Data Sheet for full handling and hazard information.
