Rust Treatment Alternatives

RUSTZILLA is a complex polymer coating containing a high molecular weight organic complex in a special non-corrosive acid base. It is designed to treat rusty iron-based metals to a protected, coated surface. It prevents the migration of ions so that no chemical reaction can occur on the metal surface and produces a homogeneous reaction with the products of iron oxidation. This complexes the iron oxidation products as well as binding together both Fe II and Fe III simultaneously. This special property is vital, for it gives a uniform and insoluble coat that adheres strongly to the surface.

Lack of Surface Preparation Leads to Rust Failure in Other Coatings


Blast Cleaning, Sandblasting of Rust Expensive, Inconvenient, Prone to immediate Molecular Corrosion


Impossible to Remove Residual Rust from Cavities


Acid-Based Rust Pre-Treatment Difficult Under Field Conditions


RUSTZILLA Completely Passivates Rust and Chemically Prevents Further Corrosion

Since residual rust can encourage the formation of further rust under the film, and since removal by acid in the field is unsatisfactory, an ideal solution would be to completely passivate the tightly bound rust remaining, chemically preventing it from participating in further corrosion. RUSTZILLA has been developed with this principle in mind and provides distinct advantages over other rust treatment alternatives.

The Heterogeneous Nature of Rust


RUSTZILLA Bonds with Rust to form a Neutral Layer

Due to the high molecular weight of RUSTZILLA and its complex molecular structure, each molecule of RUSTZILLA can attract and incorporate several iron atoms. In addition, each single iron atom can be linked to three different molecules within RUSTZILLA. The result of this attraction is that RUSTZILLA envelopes the rust at the molecular level, developing into a neutral layer which exists between the steel surface and the atmosphere. The neutral layer prevents the migration of ions so that no chemical reaction can occur on the metal surface.

Light Sandblasting + RUSTZILLA for Large Projects

Excellent results have been achieved using RUSTZILLA in conjunction with light sandblasting. Used in this method, RUSTZILLA enables the user to eliminate the cost of heavy sandblasting without sacrificing the integrity of the paint system, resulting in significant savings for the user.

Find out how RUSTZILLA can cut costs and get your job finished on time and on budget!