Description
CRC Evapo-Rust Spray Gel, from CRC Industries (Aust) Pty Ltd, is a spray gel format rust remover formulated to cling to surfaces and remove rust from mild steel and iron without soaking or disassembling the item.
The data sheet lists cars, trucks, trailers, iron, steel, railings, fences, garden and outdoor equipment and tools as suitable uses. It also carries clear limits: it is not suitable for anodised materials, may remove oxidation from aluminium and may stain some materials. The pack covered here is the 500 g aerosol.
Technical Specifications
| Product type | Spray gel rust remover |
|---|---|
| Item code | 1753336 |
| Pack size | 500 g aerosol |
| Suitable metals | Mild steel and iron (rust removal) |
| Appearance | Clear liquid |
| Solubility | Soluble in water |
| Flammability | Non-flammable |
| Suggested working time | 2 to 3 hours |
| Not suitable for | Anodised materials |
Where to Use
The data sheet describes use on:
- Cars, trucks and trailers
- Iron and steel items, railings and fences
- Garden and outdoor equipment and tools
- Large items that cannot be disassembled
How to Apply
Read the entire label before use.
- Prepare: pre-clean the item if dirty or oily, remove loose rust scale and mask the surrounding area to protect it from overspray.
- Conditions: do not use in direct sunlight, and make sure the metal is cool to touch.
- Apply: shake the can well, then apply a heavy coat of gel to the surface to be treated.
- Wait: allow 2 to 3 hours before gel removal; heavily rusted items and mixed materials need longer and repeat applications.
- Rinse: rinse and clean the gel off with water and dry with a cloth. Do not let the gel dry on the surface. After treatment, the data sheet suggests coating the surface with CRC Zinc It, CRC Metal Armour, CRC Long Life or similar.
Important Notes
- Not suitable for anodised materials, may remove oxidation from aluminium and may cause staining on some materials. Test on a small, inconspicuous area before use, including on decorative or polished surfaces.
- The data sheet describes the product as non-toxic, non-caustic, non-flammable and containing no petroleum. It also states that it causes skin and serious eye irritation, so wear protective gloves and clothing and eye and face protection, and wash thoroughly after handling.
- Pressurised container that may burst if heated. Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources, do not smoke, do not pierce or burn even after use, protect from sunlight and do not expose to temperatures exceeding 50 degrees C.
- The data sheet says all products should be tested for suitability on a particular application before use. Refer to the safety data sheet for full hazard information.
