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Rust Preventives

Rust Preventives

Rust Preventives are specialized oils and coatings formulated to provide effective corrosion protection during storage, shipment, and in-process handling of metal components. Unlike temporary cleaners, rust preventive oils form a protective barrier film that blocks oxidation, moisture ingress, and environmental attack on ferrous and non-ferrous metals.

Today’s industries rely on solvent-base rust preventives, oil-base rust preventives, and water-base rust preventives, each engineered for specific application needs, from fast-drying, thin-film protection to heavy-duty export coatings. Speciality formulations such as water-soluble rust preventive oils and conversion coatings ensure compatibility with subsequent finishing and coating operations.
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At Lubeco Green Fluids, we manufacture a complete portfolio of solvent-based, water-based, and oil-based rust preventive oils designed for industrial use across automotive, aerospace, engineering, and heavy-duty sectors. Our solutions combine long-term corrosion protection, easy removability, operator safety, and environmental responsibility, making them ideal for domestic storage, export consignments, and in-house protection.

APPLICATIONS

Lubeco’s Rust Preventives are widely used in:

  • Export & Domestic Storage: Long-term rust protection of components during shipment and warehouse storage.
  • Surface Protection: Tubes, pipes, bars, forgings, castings, and machined parts safeguarded against corrosion.
  • Pre-Shipment Coating: Compatible with VCI bags and polythene packaging for export consignments.
  • In-Process Storage: Short and medium-term protection during work-in-progress (WIP) and machining.
  • Flexible Application: Suitable for spray, dip, brush, or cloth application methods in varied operations.
  • Leak Testing & Passivation: Corrosion inhibition during leak detection, ultrasonic cleaning, and passivation processes.
  • Automotive & Heavy Engineering : Protection of machined, fabricated, and stamped parts in high-demand industries.

Material Compatibility

Lubeco’s rust preventive oils and fluids are engineered for use on:

Cast iron, mild steel, forged steels, stainless steel.

Aluminium (including aerospace and automotive alloys), yellow metals, copper alloys.

Threaded parts, seams, crevices, and joints with penetrative film-forming properties.

Compatible with industrial coatings, lubricants, VCI bags, and polythene films.

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Rust Preventive - Solvent Base
Low‑viscosity, light brown, solvent‑based rust preventive designed for the tube/pipe/bar industry, forming a fast‑drying moderate film for in‑house and domestic storage protection.

Material Compatibility

Cast iron, mild steel, forged steel, stainless steel, aluminium

Applications

Rust prevention of tubes, pipes, and bars; spray, dip, or wipe application; suitable before packing in polythene or VCI bags

Advantages

Brown, low‑viscosity, solvent‑based rust preventive with barium‑free additives, offering thin‑film, export‑grade protection and excellent dewatering properties.

Material Compatibility

Ferrous and non‑ferrous metals

Applications

Rust prevention in tube/pipe/bar industry; domestic and export shipments; spray, dip, or wipe application

Advantages

Light brown, solvent‑based rust preventive with barium‑free additives, forming a moderate tacky film for robust export and humid‑climate protection.

Material Compatibility

Cast iron, mild steel, forged steel, stainless steel, aluminium

Applications

Medium‑term rust protection for domestic/export supply; spray, dip, or wipe; ideal for humid environments and inter‑process storage

Advantages

Barium‑free, moderate‑film solvent‑based rust preventive for multi‑metal protection including yellow metals, with fast drying and strong dewatering action.

Material Compatibility

Yellow metals, cast iron, mild steel, forged steel, stainless steel, aluminium

Applications

Domestic/export rust prevention; spray, dip, or wipe application; suitable before VCI or polythene packing

Advantages

Fast‑drying solvent‑based rust preventive forming a thick, tacky black film for long‑term indoor/outdoor corrosion protection.

Material Compatibility

Cast iron, mild steel, forged steel, stainless steel, aluminium

Applications

Heavy‑duty rust prevention for domestic storage; spray or dip coating, specially designed for tube and pipe industry

Advantages

Fast‑drying, golden‑yellow solvent‑based rust preventive with thin film protection, high coverage, and easy removability for WIP and domestic use.

Material Compatibility

Cast iron, mild steel, forged steel, stainless steel, aluminium

Applications

Domestic rust prevention, WIP protection, spray/dip/cloth application; suitable for VCI or bag packing

Advantages

Clear, ultra‑thin‑film solvent‑based rust preventive for short‑ to medium‑term storage with excellent drying and dewatering performance.

Material Compatibility

Mild steel (low carbon), forged steel, stainless steel, aluminium

Applications

Domestic/WIP rust prevention; spray, dip, or wipe application; compatible with VCI/packing methods

Advantages

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Rust Preventive - Water Base
Fluorescent‑green, water‑based passivation and corrosion inhibitor with stable pH and bio‑stability, leaving an ashless or dry‑to‑touch film for short‑term in‑house rust protection.

Material Compatibility

Cast iron, mild steel, forged steel, stainless steel, selected aluminium grades

Applications

Passivation in multi‑tank cleaners, ultrasonic/multi‑chamber washing machines, corrosion inhibition during machining stages, leak testing

Advantages

Clear, water‑soluble passivation and leak‑testing chemical leaving a thin ashless non‑dust‑attracting film for short‑term rust protection.

Material Compatibility

Cast iron, mild steel, forged steel, stainless steel, selected aluminium grades

Applications

Passivation, corrosion inhibitor in leak testing (1:30 CI / 1:50 other metals)

Advantages

Water‑based conversion coating process that deposits a polymer film compatible with organic finishes for ferrous and non‑ferrous metals.

Material Compatibility

All ferrous and non‑ferrous components

Applications

Dip or spray conversion coating for indoor corrosion protection and paint adhesion improvement

Advantages

Clear, organic‑salt‑based water‑soluble rust preventive for indoor and moderate outdoor protection, also compatible with aluminium and yellow metals.

Material Compatibility

Mild steel, forged steel, stainless steel, selected aluminium (grade‑dependent)

Applications

Direct dipping of components before VCI or sealed packing; domestic/export use

Advantages

Clear fluorescent‑green, ready‑to‑use water‑based passivation and rust preventive with built‑in cleaning action and fast‑drying ashless film.

Material Compatibility

All ferrous materials, selected aluminium grades

Applications

In‑house rust protection, light duty cleaning, pre‑dispatch protection

Advantages

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Rust Preventive - Oil Base
Mineral‑oil‑based rust preventive with barium additive package, forming a thin protective film for medium‑ to long‑term indoor/outdoor storage of metal components.

Material Compatibility

Cast iron, mild steel, forged steel, stainless steel

Applications

Rust prevention of tubes, pipes, bars, and machined parts; spray, dip, brush, or cloth application; suitable for domestic shipments and in‑house storage

Advantages

Mineral‑oil‑based rust preventive with barium additives, offering a slightly heavier protective film and strong moisture‑displacing adhesion for enhanced metal protection.

Material Compatibility

Cast iron, mild steel, forged steel, stainless steel

Applications

Multi‑metal protection during work‑in‑progress, shipment, and storage; spray, dip, or wipe application; ideal for tube/pipe/bar industry

Advantages

Why Choose Lubeco’s Rust Preventives?

Diverse Product
Range

Solvent-base, oil-base, and water-base rust preventives, including water-soluble rust preventive oils and specialized export-grade coatings.

Proven Corrosion
Protection

Up to 18 months indoor storage and 6 months outdoor protection, with strong resistance to salt spray and humid conditions.

Safety & Environmental
Responsibility

Low odour, low VOC, and RoHS-compliant eco-friendly formulations, with biodegradable water-based options.

Ease of Application
& Removal

Thin, uniform films suitable for spray, dip, brush, or cloth methods, easily removable before coating or assembly.

Superior
Performance

Rapid water displacement, fast drying, and excellent penetration into tight areas for total coverage.

Export-Ready
Formulations

Oils designed for overseas shipment and marine conditions, compatible with VCI packaging.

Trusted
Manufacturer

As one of the leading Rust Preventive Oil manufacturers, Lubeco supplies oil-based,rust preventive oils trusted in automotive, aerospace, and heavy engineering industries.

Technical
Support

Backed by Lubeco’s expertise for product selection, application guidance, and maintenance optimization.