Corrosion & Rust Prevention: Protection Options
There are various methods for protection of metal spare parts, components, assemblies, machines, and military hardware, from corrosion and rust.
Three options of corrosion protection:
- Oiling or Greasing (Contact corrosion inhibitors)
- VCI paper
- VCI Poly material
Each option of corrosion prevention has merits and demerits. Proper packaging solution involves selection of such option which gives optimum protection at minimal cost and ease of application in terms of saving of time and labour.
| Parameter | Oil, Grease etc. | VCI Paper | Sealrust VCI® by Modi Poly |
|---|---|---|---|
| Suitability | Limited to short-term protection | Suitable for metal parts with simple shapes | Suitable for all metal parts, regardless of shape or size |
| Application Method | Direct application on metal surface | Wrap metal parts with VCI paper | Wrap metal parts with VCI poly material |
| Drawbacks | Can be messy, may attract dust | Limited protection period, not suitable for outdoor storage | Higher initial cost |
| Moisture Barrier | No moisture barrier | Limited moisture barrier | Excellent moisture barrier |
| Specifications | Various types available | Available in various sizes | Available in various sizes and forms (bags, sheets, etc.) |
| Transparency | Not transparent | Not transparent | Transparent options available |
| Additional Packaging | Required for outdoor storage | Required for outdoor storage | Not required |
| Cost Effectiveness | Low initial cost, high maintenance cost | Moderate initial cost, moderate maintenance cost | Higher initial cost, low maintenance cost |
Useful Information about "Sealrust VCI® Anti-Corrosive Poly Products"
- Corrosion & Rust Prevention: Protection Options
- Various Packaging Materials: Shortcomings
- Corrosion & Rusting due to Moisture & Humidity
- Prevention of Corrosion
- Suitability of “Sealrust VCI® Poly Flexible Material” over “VCI Paper”
- Selecting a Proper “Volatile Corrosion Inhibitor”
- Guidelines for using “Sealrust VCI® Poly Products”
- Sealrust VCI® Poly Products: Technical Information
- Sealrust VCI®: Export Packaging Solutions for Corrosion Control
- Sealrust VCI® Poly Product: Tested as per ASTM B-117
- Sealrust VCI® Poly Product: Tensile Strength Test
Range, Description & Availability of "Sealrust VCI® Poly Products"
- Sealrust VCI® Poly Bags, 2D Pouches, 3D Bags and Tubes: Specifications
- How to Measure “Sealrust VCI® Poly Products” for Ordering
- Sealrust VCI® : Polythene Bags, Tubing & Sheets
- Sealrust VCI® Poly Sheets & Wrappers for Protection against Corrosion
- “Poly Stretch Cling Film” for Packaging & Surface Protection
