Bilt Hamber Deox Gel - Rust Removal Gel

Deox-Gel is a viscous, highly thixotropic, rust remover, designed for corrosion removal on surfaces or objects too large to submerge in a bath of Deox-C. Along with the viscosity builders and preservatives, the active agents in Deox-Gel are harmless, non-toxic and biodegradable.

A Comparison
Abrasive cleaning methods such as grinding, sanding or blast-cleaning will remove sound steel surrounding corroded areas. The risk of grit inclusion resultant from blast-cleaning, has been proven to cause early coating failure, corrosion and mechanical wear.

Slag-based blast cleaning media all contain heavy metals which when used in open-nozzle blast-cleaning equipment give off dust that may contain harmful levels of these elements.

The use of Deox-Gel will eliminate the risk of distortion to thin steel sections, which can result from the blast-cleaning process.

• Thick gel clings to vertical surfaces.
• Non-toxic and safe to use.
• Doesn’t require constant attention – frees-up valuable man-hours.
• Harmless, non-toxic and biodegradable.
• Produces clean bare-metal finish.
• Does not destroy or distort delicate steel.
• Harmless to glass, plastics, aluminium and chrome.
• Eliminates grit embedment – a recognised problem with blast cleaning that can cause premature coating failure.
• 1kg Tub

How To Use

Rusted Plate Steel
This medium to heavily rusted steel plate has been degreased with a water-based degreasing agent. Here our Surfex-HD is ideal.

Deox Gel Step 1
Deox-Gel is a thick paste designed to create a deep coating that de-rusts items too big to soak in a Deox-C bath.

Deox Gel Step 2
Here a brush is used to smooth the Deox-Gel across the rusted surface, although a spatula or piece of cardboard are excellent to use. The gel MUST remain in a thick even layer; brushing out to a thin coat must be avoided.
For very large areas pressure pot spray systems can be used.

Deox Gel Step 3
The applied Deox-Gel is covered with plastic wrap to assist in the retention of moisture – heavy corrosion needs a long dwell time and the product must not dry out.

Deox Gel Step 4
After 12 hours undisturbed the plastic film can be removed – the gel has darkened through corrosion absorption. A steel rule is used to push back the gel layer, demonstrating the effectiveness of Deox-Gel.

Deox Gel Step 5
After a scrub with a stiff plastic-bristled brush and plenty of water the treated area is clean and ready for protection.