The duration of protection offered by rust inhibitors depends on the formulation, application method, and exposure environment. For example:
- Axxanol™ Oil-Based Rust Inhibitors provide up to 1 to 3 years‡ of protection, depending on the specific product and environmental conditions. They are ideal for controlled indoor storage or long-term preservation.
- Axxatec™ Water-Based Rust Inhibitors offer up to 3 to 12 months‡ of protection and are preferred for applications that require easier cleanup, quick drying, or environmental compliance.
- Axxanol™ Solvent-Based Rust Inhibitors deliver up to 1 year‡ of protection and are well-suited for intermittent use or in-process protection where fast-drying films are beneficial.
- Axxanol™ Grease-Based Coatings provide up to 2 to 3 years‡ of extended protection, even in harsh environments, thanks to their thick, durable barrier.
Exposure to moisture, temperature fluctuations, and handling can affect performance, so it’s important to choose an inhibitor that matches the storage duration and environmental conditions of your application. For longer-term protection, ZERUST® recommends periodic inspection and possible reapplication, depending on the product used.
ZERUST® Rust Inhibitor Brochure
Axxanol™ 33 is a rust preventative oil that forms a light oily film, providing powerful corrosion protection against aggressive environments such as salt air and humidity.
Axxanol™ 34CD is a solvent-based coating that forms a very light, oily, near dry-to-touch rust preventative film that provides powerful corrosion protection against aggressive environments.
Axxanol™ A35CD-32 is a solvent-based, non-staining rust preventative that forms a clear, thin, near dry-to-touch RP film. As a result, it provides powerful corrosion protection against aggressive environments, such as salt air and humidity.
Axxanol™ Spray-G is a sprayable rust preventative grease that provides the protection of a grease in the convenience of a sprayable form. It’s designed to protect metal parts, equipment, and assemblies during long-term indoor and outdoor storage and challenging overseas shipping applications where a removable coating is essential.
Axxanol™ Z-Maxx Anti-Corrosion Grease Series consists of two products, Axxanol™ Z-Maxx and Z-Maxx LV. Z-Maxx is a thick NLGI 2 grease and is also offered as a lower viscosity (LV) NLGI 0 grease that is designed for spreadability and light lubrication properties.
Axxatec™ 30C is a water-based rust Inhibitor designed to provide short-term indoor storage and in-transit protection. In addition to the corrosion protection offered, Axxatec™ 30C may also be used as a light-duty cleaner-rust preventative combination product.
Axxatec™ 80C is a water-based liquid concentrate rust preventative designed to provide long-lasting protection during indoor storage, shipping, and assembly.
AxxaCoat™ 90B HFS is a sprayable high-flash outdoor rust preventative coating designed to protect metal parts and assemblies during long-term indoor and outdoor storage and challenging overseas shipping applications.
