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How does Metal Rescue™ differ from a rust converter?

In simplest terms, rust converters chemically treat rust, leaving rust to remain on the metal surface in its converted form -- an inert compound. Conversely, Metal Rescue™ Rust Remover Bath – a water-based rust remover that is non-toxic and non-acidic, physically removes rust from the metal’s surface, thereby producing a clean metal surface. For ease of comparison, see the summaries of each process below.

Metal Rescue™ Rust Remover Bath:

• Removes rust from metal surface.
  
• Uses chelation technology to lift iron oxide (rust) from metal surface – no chemicals or acids.
  
• Safe on everything except rust.
  
• Once rust is removed leaves a clean, metal surface.
  
• Does not remove properties of the metal, leaving metal surface intact and less susceptible to return/flash rusting.
  
• Works on all levels of rust – light to heavy.

Rust Converter:

• Does not remove rust – encases it. Rust remains on the metal surface and is converted into an inert compound meaning you cannot revert back to bare or original metal.
  
• If used in excess, an acid surface will remain and metal will be more susceptible to return flash rusting.
  
• If an insufficient amount is used, not all rust will be converted leaving residual rust that will form the starting point for new corrosion processes.
  
• After use, metal surfaces are irregular (not smooth) because rust is not removed but instead remains on the metal surface but in a different form.
  
• Works on the outer layers of metal – effectiveness is limited to light cases of surface rust. Unable to penetrate and convert deeper deposits of rust, does not offer an option for advanced cases of rust.
  

For more information on Armor Protective Packaging®’s full line of corrosion management products, visit the ARMOR website or contact your ARMOR sales representative.