Industrial Cleaners and Degreasers for Metal Finishing

ZERUST® AxxaWash™

ZERUST® AxxaWash™ Industrial Metal Cleaners and Degreasers feature low foaming+ aqueous cleaner and degreaser products. These products quickly and effectively remove light to medium-duty hydrocarbon soils, which are typically encountered in metalworking and metal-finishing. This series includes alkaline and neutral pH products uniquely formulated to suit customer and part-specific requirements. Formulations are based on substrate type, soil type, methods, and parameters of application. This includes cleanliness levels and corrosion inhibition requirements.

ZERUST® Axxatec™ DA (Dual-Action)

The ZERUST® Axxatec™ DA (Dual-Action) series consists of low to no foaming+ aqueous-based rust inhibitor products.  Axxatec™ DA is designed to quickly and effectively remove light-duty hydrocarbon soils. These products protect bare metal surfaces during assembly and are used for aqueous-based spray-on, in-line production, or dipping applications. Additionally, Axxatec™ DA products form clear, thin, dry-to-touch coatings that help prevent rust and corrosion for several months. This ensures protection in-between production processes and for short-term shipment and storage periods.

AxxaWash™ Cleaners & Degreasers

AxxaWash™ KF-121 Cleaner: AxxaWash™ KF-121 is a low foam, alkaline, aqueous-based cleaner designed where low application temperature is desired. The product is designed to remove light to medium-duty hydrocarbon soils on ferrous substrates. This metal degreaser should be rinsed following application, with a suitable ZERUST® rust inhibitor or preventative applied after for maximum corrosion protection. The product is conveniently offered as a liquid concentrate and may be diluted per the application.

AxxaWash™ Cleaners & Degreasers with Rust Inhibitors

AxxaWash™ KF-123 Cleaner/Flash-Rust Inhibitor: AxxaWash™ KF-123 is a low foam cleaner designed for cleaning where flash-rust inhibition is needed. Designed for ferrous substrates, AxxaWash™ KF-123 is a mildly alkaline aqueous-based cleaner for the removal of light to medium-duty hydrocarbon soils while offering chloride mitigation. It is ideal for cleaning and preparing the surface for a long-term rust preventative such as ZERUST® Axxanol™ or Axxatec™ product lines. These products can be rinsed or used as a dry-in-place cleaner and flash-rust inhibitor. Alternatively, AxxaWash™ KF-123 prepares the surface for long-term water or solvent-based rust inhibitor/preventative.

AxxaWash™ KF-124 Cleaner/Flash-Rust Inhibitor: AxxaWash™ KF-124 is a low-foaming cleaner designed for cleaning and flash-rust protection via corrosion inhibitors. It is a mildly alkaline aqueous-based cleaner designed for the removal of light to medium-duty hydrocarbon soils on ferrous substrates while offering chloride mitigation. In addition, AxxaWash™ KF-124 contains a mild flash-rust corrosion inhibitor and is suited to clean and prepare the metal surface for a long-term rust preventative, such as ZERUST® Axxanol™ or Axxatec™ product lines. It can be rinsed or left on the metal surface as a dry-in-place cleaner and flash-rust inhibitor. Alternatively, AxxaWash™ KF-124 prepares the surface for a long-term water or solvent-based rust inhibitor/preventative.

AxxaWash™ KMS-220 Cleaner/Flash-Rust Inhibitor: AxxaWash™ KMS-220 is a low-foaming cleaner designed for light-duty cleaning and exceptional oil-splitting performance. It is a mildly alkaline aqueous-based cleaner designed for the removal of light-duty hydrocarbon soils and particulates on multiple substrates. In addition, AxxaWash™ KMS-220 contains a flash-rust corrosion inhibitor and is suited to clean and prepare the metal surface for a long-term rust preventative, such as ZERUST® Axxanol™ or Axxatec™ product lines. When using a long-term rust preventative, AxxaWash™ KMS-220 should be rinsed from the surface prior to application. In addition, AxxaWash™ KMS-220 can be left on the metal surface as a dry-in-place cleaner and flash-rust inhibitor.

AxxaWash™ NW-10C Cleaner/Flash-Rust Inhibitor: AxxaWash™ NW-10C is a very effective oil-splitting cleaner-degreaser most commonly used in hydrocarbon and bio-based oils as well as human sebum oil soils. This product is used as an interim W.I.P. (work-in-progress) wash fluid as well as a final wash fluid in typical metal machining and fabrication operations. It also effectively counters moderate levels of corrosion-inducing anionic contaminants such as chlorides and sulfates. It can be applied using immersion, ultrasonic, vibratory, as well as high to ultra-high spray washing methods. In addition to hot or cold drawn steels, AxxaWash™ NW-10 is also recommended for use on highly reactive ferrous metal alloys such as grey cast iron as well as sintered metal components.

AxxaWash™ NW-12C Cleaner/Extended Flash-Rust Inhibitor: AxxaWash™ NW-12C is a highly effective wash and rinse fluid that inhibits flash-corrosion on treated metal surfaces. The wash removes oily contaminants and also deactivates corrosion-inducing inorganic anions to provide robust post-wash flash corrosion inhibition for up to 72 hours. Cleaning with AxxaWash™ NW-12C enhances the effectiveness of future corrosion prevention methods such as rust preventative coatings and VCI film. AxxaWash™ NW-12C is silicate and phosphate-free, and readily biodegradable.

Axxatec™ Dual-Action Rust Inhibitors with Light-Duty Cleaning

Axxatec™ DA-23C Dual-Action Cleaner/Rust Inhibitor: Axxatec™ (Dual-Action) DA-23C is an aqueous-based, no foam, liquid concentrate rust preventative as well as a light-duty cleaner providing superb oil-splitting performance. The product provides several months of indoor storage and in-transit protection. Additionally, Axxatec™ DA-23C can be applied via spray, leaving an invisible, dry-to-touch protective coating after drying. As a result, it’s safer and more economical to use than solvent-based systems.

Axxatec™ 30C Rust Inhibitor/Light-Duty Cleaner: Axxatec™ 30C is an aqueous-based low-foaming liquid concentrate rust preventative that provides several months of indoor storage as well as in-transit protection. Application is via spray or immersion, leaving a clear protective coating after drying. Depending on the situation or application, Axxatec™ 30C may also be used as a light-duty cleaner-rust preventative combination product.