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Vecinox Passivating Liquid

A passivating liquid suitable only for austenitic stainless steel.

Product Description

Applications

Used to passivate austenitic stainless steel installations and tanks after pickling, forming a passive oxide layer. Only suitable for austenitic stainless steel, and treatment can only take place on steel that has already been pickled.

Directions for Use

Circulation method (mainly for pipelines): fill the pipeline with an undiluted solution mixed with water, circulate through a dedicated acid pump for about 2 hours, then drain and flush thoroughly with demineralised water. After drying, test passivity with Test Kit Oxilyser 3. Also usable by spraying or immersion bath. For cleaning aluminium specifically: dilute to 10% with water, treat for about 2 hours, then rinse thoroughly with demineralised water. The used product should always be neutralised before disposal.

Dosage

Used undiluted for stainless steel passivation (~2 hours treatment); diluted to 10% for aluminium cleaning (~2 hours).

Standard Packing

Usually available in 25 L plastic cans and 200 L plastic drums.

This information is not to be taken as a warranty or representation for which Vecom Marine assumes legal responsibility. It is offered solely for your consideration, investigation and verification.

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Features & Benefits

  • Forms a passive oxide layer on austenitic stainless steel
  • Usable by circulation, spray or immersion bath
  • Also effective for aluminium cleaning at a lighter dilution
  • Passivity verifiable afterward with Test Kit Oxilyser 3