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ASTRO-KOTE C is a synthetic water-based rust inhibitor for in-plant rust protection on steel alloys. It was designed to prevent rust on mild steel parts between machining operations. It can also be used in the final rinse after the soak, spray, or barrel tumbling operations. This product does not leave any oily films and may be used as a supplementary rust inhibitor for use in water-soluble metalworking fluids.

Functions: Corrosion Inhibitor

Product Type: Rust Preventative, Waterborne Coating

Application Area: Machining Operations

Application Method: Dip Coating, Spray

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Identification & Functionality

Fluids & Lubricants Functions

Features & Benefits

Fluids & Lubricants Features
Ready-to-Use Product Features
Product Highlights
  • Does Not Contain Petroleum Oil or Solvent
  • Coats Evenly Over Metal Surfaces
  • Non-Flammable
  • Long Lasting

Applications & Uses

Application Area
Application Method
Compatible Substrates & Surfaces
Fluids & Lubricants Type
Fluids & Lubricants End Use
Applications

ASTRO-KOTE C may be used on in-plant and inter-plant shipments of work-in-progress and finished goods. ASTRO-KOTE C may be applied by dip tank, spray or other convenient method.

Recommended Concentration
Application Concentration Refractometer
Indoor Storage of Machined or Ground Parts 1:10-1:15 2.0-2.6

As A Supplementary Rust Inhibitor for Use With Water

Extendable Metalworking Fluids

1:250-1:500 n/a

 

Mixing
Concentration 5% 10%
Ratio 1:20 1:10
Refractometer 1.3 2.6

 

Properties

Physical Form
Appearance
Clear light yellow liquid
Odor
Slight sweet
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
pH (at 20:1, 5%)8.7 - 9.1--
Specific Gravity (at 60°F)1.04 - 1.06--
Density8.7 - 8.9lbs/gal-
Flash PointNil-PMCC

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