
Zerust Axxaclean metal cleaners offer safe and easy solutions for the removal of severe rust.
Zerust® Corrosion Removers
Zerust’s Axxaclean™ rust and tarnish removers are powerful solutions for the rework and recovery of metal items. Zerust offers a range of technologies, from pH neutral products to more aggressive products that also inhibit flash corrosion on cleaned surfaces.
Axxaclean™ ICT®620-RR: Light to Medium Rust Remover | |
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Zerust 620-RR is a pH neutral dip that removes rust, even in crevices, pits, and threads. It replaces labor-intensive abrasive cleaning that damages surfaces. The product works by breaking the chemical bond of rust and does not harm any other metals and non-metals. Surface may be darkened with carbon residue after cleaning. Cleaned parts must by protected to prevent flash rusting. |
Axxaclean 2048: Light to Medium Rust and Tarnish Remover | |
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This is a fast acting rust and tarnish remover. It removes light to medium rust and tarnish, even in cracks and crevices. It is mildly acidic (about 2.5 pH) similar to a soda drink. It cleans and deoxidizes ferrous metals, brass, copper and various alloys without leaving a gray residue. Provides immediate protection from flash rust or re-tarnishing for several days in controlled environment. It may be applied by immersion, brush, or spray. |
Axxaclean 3048: Light to Heavy Rust and Tarnish Remover | |
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This product rapidly removes light to heavy rust and tarnish, even in cracks and crevices. It cleans and deoxidizes ferrous metals, brass, copper and various alloys without leaving a gray residue. It provides immediate protection from flash-rust or re-tarnishing for several days in a controlled environment. It may be applied by immersion or brush. |
Axxaclean HPW-100C Non-Foaming, Demulsifying Cleaner | |
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Axxaclean HPW-100C high-pressure wash additive prevents flash corrosion after cleaning processes by providing powerful deactivation of ionic contaminants, such as highly corrosive chlorides and sulfates on metal surfaces. It is non-foaming and can be applied by immersion, high-pressure or ultra high-pressure wash. |
Axxawash™ NW-10C | |
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Zerust Axxawash NW-10C wash additive deactivates corrosion causing ionic contaminants such as chlorides left by metalworking fluids. It also degreases and removes hydrocarbon soils. It can be applied by immersion, high-pressure and ultra high-pressure wash. AxxaWash NW-10 is recommended for use on highly reactive ferrous metals such as cast iron exposed to inorganic salts and other contaminants. |
Zerust AxxaClean Rust and Tarnish Remover Series
Attributes | ICT®620-RR | Axxaclean™ 2048 | Axxaclean™ 3048 |
Corrosion Removal Power |
Light to medium rust, even in cracks and crevices | Medium corrosion, even in cracks and crevices | Heavy corrosion, even in cracks and crevices |
Speed | Slow | Moderate | Rapid |
Metals Treated | Ferrous | Ferrous, brass, copper | Ferrous, brass, copper |
Application Methods | Immersion | Immersion, Brush-on, Spray | Immersion, Brush-on |
pH Level | Neutral pH of about 7 | Mild acidic pH of about 2.5 | Stronger acidic pH between 0.5-1.5 |
Temperature For Use |
70ºF (21ºC) or above | 70ºF (21ºC) or above | 40ºF (4ºC) or above |
Compatibility (<24 hour soak) |
Safe for metals*, paint, gaskets, rubber, plastics | Safe for metals*, paint, gaskets, rubber, plastics | May attack soft metals*, some paints and coatings |
Post-Cleaning Action | Do not let product dry on surface. Water rinse, dry and wipe any carbon residue. | Do not let product dry on surface. Recommended DI or RO water rinse. Wipe off and dry well. | Do not let product dry on surface. Recommended DI or RO water rinse. Wipe off and dry well. |
Corrosion Protection | Additional corrosion protection needed | Provides flash-corrosion protection in controlled environments | Provides flash-corrosion protection in controlled environments |
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Zerust Surface Cleaners and Washes
Zerust Product Name | Metals Treated | Effective Against | Dilution Rate | Pressure Range | Health and Safety* |
High-Pressure Cleaners | |||||
AxxaClean™ HPW-100C | Best for ferrous, safe for all metals except zinc |
Chlorides, sulfates | 1-5% | 0 to > 3000 psi | ![]() ![]() |
High-Pressure Washes | |||||
AxxaWash™ NW-10C | Best for ferrous, safe for all metals except zinc |
Chlorides, sulfates, hydrocarbon soils |
1-5% | 0 to 3000 psi | ![]() ![]() |
*Test before use on zinc and cadmium. Check with your Zerust technical representative for details.
**These plus signs help identify products with positive safety and/or environmental properties. See our Health and Safety for more information.
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