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Rust Remover Rost Ex – Rust Cleaner for Metal, Iron & Steel

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Rust Remover Rost Ex – Powerful Rust & Corrosion Removal for Metal

Effective Rust Removal for Iron, Steel, Copper & Bronze

Rost Ex Rust Remover from Betzmann Galvanik is a powerful solution for the effective removal of rust, corrosion and oxidation residues from metal surfaces.

The specially formulated product combines chemical rust removal with mechanically supporting polishing particles. Corrosion inhibitors help to reduce unnecessary attack on less-corroded areas while the product works on the rust and corrosion deposits.

Rost Ex is particularly suitable for preparing metal surfaces for further processing, restoration or electroplating.


Your Advantages at a Glance

  • Powerful rust remover and rust cleaner
  • Effectively removes rust and corrosion deposits
  • Combination of chemical action and polishing particles
  • Contains corrosion inhibitors
  • Suitable for larger metal surfaces
  • Easy and economical to use
  • Suitable for iron, steel, copper and bronze
  • Ideal for restoration and metal preparation
  • Excellent for preparing surfaces before electroplating
  • Suitable for workshops, industry and demanding DIY applications

Rost Ex – For the Treatment of Corroded Metal

Rust can negatively affect not only the appearance of a metal component but also subsequent processing and the adhesion of electroplated coatings.

Rost Ex helps remove corrosion and rust from affected metal surfaces and prepares them for further treatment.

The polishing particles support the mechanical removal of rust and deposits, while the chemical formulation helps dissolve corrosion products.


Suitable Materials

Rost Ex is particularly suitable for:

  • Iron
  • Steel
  • Copper
  • Bronze
  • Other suitable metal surfaces

For unknown, sensitive or highly polished materials, always perform a test on an inconspicuous area first.


Application

  1. Remove loose dirt and loose rust particles.
  2. Apply the Rust Remover to the surface to be treated.
  3. Allow the product to work according to the degree of corrosion.
  4. Mechanically work the surface if required.
  5. Rinse the treated surface thoroughly with water.
  6. Dry the metal completely.
  7. If electroplating follows, continue with the appropriate cleaning and activation process.

For heavily corroded surfaces, the treatment can be repeated if necessary.


Ideal Before Electroplating

A thoroughly cleaned and rust-free surface is an important prerequisite for good adhesion of subsequent electroplated coatings.

A typical preparation sequence is:

Rust Removal → Cleaning → Degreasing → Activation → Electroplating

This is particularly important when working with iron and steel. After rust removal, further processing should be carried out without unnecessary delay because freshly cleaned metal surfaces can oxidize again.


Chemical Composition

The formulation contains, among other components:

  • Aqua
  • Alumina
  • Hydrochloric Acid
  • Fatty alcohol polyglycol ether
  • Fatty acids
  • 2-Propyn-1-ol, compound with methyloxirane
  • Xanthan gum
  • Cocamidopropyl betaine
  • Prop-2-yn-1-ol

The combination of these ingredients provides both chemical and mechanically supporting action during rust removal.


Professional Rust Removal for Workshops & Metal Restoration

Rost Ex is particularly useful for:

  • Rusty steel components
  • Iron parts
  • Metal restoration
  • Classic car restoration
  • Motorcycle parts
  • Machine components
  • Metal workshop applications
  • Preparation for electroplating
  • Restoration and repair work
  • Removal of surface corrosion

The product is especially useful when a corroded surface needs to be restored before further surface treatment or electroplating.


Important Application Tip

After rust removal, always rinse the workpiece thoroughly and dry it completely.

If the metal is to be electroplated, the freshly cleaned surface should be properly activated and processed promptly to prevent renewed oxidation.

For demanding applications, always adapt the pretreatment to the specific base material and subsequent coating system.


Safety Information

Danger!

The product causes severe skin burns and serious eye damage and may cause respiratory irritation. The product contains, among other substances, hydrochloric acid.

When using the product:

  • Wear chemical-resistant protective gloves
  • Wear protective clothing
  • Wear safety goggles or suitable face protection
  • Do not inhale vapours or aerosols
  • Use only in well-ventilated areas
  • Keep away from children
  • Follow the Safety Data Sheet and product label

In Case of Skin Contact

Immediately remove contaminated clothing and rinse the affected skin thoroughly with water or shower.

In Case of Eye Contact

Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do, then continue rinsing. Seek medical advice if irritation persists.


Available Sizes

Available in:

100 ml · 250 ml

Product number: SW10021.1


Rost Ex Rust Remover from Betzmann Galvanik

Rost Ex Rust Remover is a professional solution for preparing corroded metal surfaces.

The combination of chemical rust removal, selected polishing particles and corrosion inhibitors provides effective treatment of rust and corrosion on a variety of metal surfaces.

Particularly suitable for iron, steel, copper and bronze, Rost Ex is ideal for restoring metal surfaces and preparing them for further processing or electroplating.

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