NOX-RUST 503-DLS Class 1

NOX-RUST 503-DLS Class 1 Heavy-Duty Water-Displacing & Lubricating Corrosion Preventive Compound QPL Approved Mil Spec MIL-PRF-16173E Grade 3, Class I

NOX-RUST 503-DLS Class 1 is a Qualified Product Listed (QPL) for Govt Designation MIL-PRF-16173E; Class I, Grade 3 Certified Source, formulated to also fulfill the requirements of MIL-P-116J, Type P-3 Specifications.
Contrary to Class II, Class I indicates this product is higher in Volatile Organic Content/Compounds (VOC), exceeding 2.8 lbs. per gallon (340 grams/liter).

NOX-RUST 503-DLS Class 1 is a solvent-based, semi-firm, water-displacing corrosion preventive compound cutback with mineral spirits offering strong multi-purpose capabilities.
Designed to protect various ferrous (contains iron) and non-ferrous (no iron) metals where water or saline solutions must be displaced to prevent the formation of corrosion-promoting conditions.
NOX-RUST 503-DLS Class 1 will cure to a soft and oily, translucent, brown rustproofing film.

NOX-RUST 503-DLS Class 1 is a smart choice for reliable water-displacing corrosion prevention in a wide range of industrial applications like storage, machinery protection, and domestic/international shipping to effectively safeguard your assets and extend their lifespan in even the harshest environments.

Product Uses

• Translucent, Amber, Heavy-Duty Lubricating Corrosion Preventive Compound that penetrates surfaces, lubricates, and is recommended for strong corrosion protection for indoor/outdoor or covered/uncovered storage metal equipment or parts during shipment in a variety of industrial applications.
• Protects interior surfaces of machinery, instruments, and/or material under cover for limited periods.
• Protects critical bare steel or phosphated surfaces for extended periods when packaged with satisfactory barrier materials.
• Class I Volatile Organic Content/Compounds (VOC) exceeds 2.8 lbs. per gallon (340 grams/liter).
• Removal is possible with mineral spirits (or another similar petrolatum solvent), hot alkaline wash, or low-pressure steam.

Product Performance:

• When applied at the recommended wet film thickness (WFT) of 1.5-2 mils over the surface profile, it will deposit the recommended dry film thickness (DFT) of 0.4 mils.
• Dry to touch in 4 hours, weather-resistant in 2 hours, and fully cured in 24 hours.
• Covers 1,215 square ft. per gallon when applied at the recommended film thickness.
• Can provide up to 6 months of outdoor (covered) protection and 2 years of indoor or undercover protection on metal substrates at the recommended dry film thickness.

Application Equipment Recommendations: 

• Pumps with ratios of 15:1 or greater are advised for efficient use of container content.
• Tungsten Carbide Nozzles Tip in the spray gun is recommended. (.011" to .017" tip orifice size)
• High Pressure Fluid Hose of no less than 3/8 in. diameters is suggested for less than 50 ft. of material hose.
• Low Ratio pumps (15-30:1): operate through 100 ft. of 1/2 in & 50 ft. of 3/8 in. hose for a max of 150 ft.
• High Ratio pumps(>30:1): operate through 200 ft. of 1/2 in & 50 ft. of 3/8 in. hose for a max of 250 ft.
• Can be brush or dip applied. 

For additional product information as well as storage and handling requirements, refer to the Product Data Sheet or Safety Data Sheet provided on this page.