Castrol SafeCoat DW 30

Castrol SafeCoat DW 30Dewatering corrosion preventiveDescriptionCastrol SafeCoat DW 30 is a high quality solvent deposited corrosion preventive with excellent dewateringproperties. The solvent, after evaporation, leaves an ultra-thin greasy protective film.ApplicationSafeCoat DW 30 rapidly removes water from components subsequent to electroplating processes, aftermachining using soluble cutting fluids, or parts that have been washed. The very thin residual film provideseffective medium term protection against corrosion during intermediate storage or transportation.SafeCoat DW 30 can also be used as a lubricant for mild press working, where corrosion protection without furthertreatment is required.Although SafeCoat DW 30 can be applied by brushing or spraying, its dewatering action is most effective if thearticles to be protected can be immersed in a dip tank.Advantages• Based on low aromatic solvent (aromatic content less than 0.5 %).• Free from heavy metals, such as Barium.• Forms an even film.• Fingerprint suppressant.• Excellent water displacing and penetrating properties.• High stability against acidic and alkaline contaminations.• Long bath-lifetimes possible.• Mild odour.Typical CharacteristicsPage 1 / 2 5 December 2008, Version 1

Additional Information• The claims on film thickness and consumption are average values. These are valid for smooth surfaceswith good drain-off characteristics and simple geometries without holes or recesses.• Average drying time is the time until the majority of the solvent is evaporated at ambient temperature and arelative humidity of 60 – 70%. The full corrosion protection will just be provided when the solvent iscompletely evaporated.• "Indoor storage” describes the storage of ferrous components in closed store-rooms having a relativehumidity of 60%. Increased protection times could be achieved when treating finished surfaces or store theparts in a sealed pack.• "Outdoor storage” describes open storage, which assumes primary protection from the elements bytarpaulin or other form of cover.• Influence of temperature may cause some cloudiness, which is reversible and doesn’t have an impact onproduct quality.• If required protective films of SafeCoat DW 30 can easily be removed by using a petroleum solvent oralkaline process cleaner, all available from Castrol.Castrol, SafeCoat DW, and the Castrol logo are trademarks of Castrol Limited, used under licenceINTERNATIONAL All reasonable care has been taken to ensure that the information contained in this publication is accurate asof the date of printing. However, such information may, nevertheless, be affected by changes in the blend formulation occurringsubsequent to the date of printing. Material Safety Data Sheets are available for all Castrol Ltd products. The MSDS must beconsulted for appropriate information regarding storage, safe handling and disposal of a product.Castrol Limited, Pipers Way, Swindon, Wiltshire SN3 1RE, UKwww.castrol.com/industrialCastrol SafeCoat DW 30Page 2 / 2 5 December 2008, Version 1