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Clean-Away Coatings for Metal


Protect metal parts from corrosion. Also known as rust-inhibiting film, these coatings can be removed with a simple degreaser or mineral spirits.
Wax coatings meet MIL-C-16173 for corrosion-resistant compounds that dry to thin, easily removable films. Grade 4 coatings dry to a nontacky finish that’s suitable for environments exposed to high humidity and chemicals. Grade 2 coatings dry to a slightly tacky, self-healing film that lubricates as it protects.
Coatings in a jug can be dipped, brushed, or sprayed.
Coatings that cannot be sold to the regions listed are restricted by product labeling requirements or exceed local regulatory limits on VOCs (volatile organic compounds).
Container | Max. Protection Time | Dry Time | Each | ||||||||||||||
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Mfr. | Mfr. Model No. | Size, gal. | Net Weight, oz. | Indoor, mo. | Outdoor, mo. | Touch | Overall, hrs. | Approx. Coverage @ Thick. | Max. Temp., °F | Application Temp. Range, °F | Specifications Met | For Use On | Color | Cannot Be Sold To | 1-11 | 12-Up | |
Solvent Based Wax Coatings | |||||||||||||||||
CRC | CRC SP-400 | __ | 10 | 24 | 24 | 60 min. | 24 | 75 sq. ft. @ 1 mil | 175° | 40° to 90° | MIL-C-16173 Grade 4 | Steel, Iron | Transparent Yellow | Outside United States | 00000000 | 000000 | 000000 |
LPS | LPS #3 | __ | 11 | 24 | 6 | 3.5 hrs. | 24 | 38 sq. ft. @ 1 mil | 175° | 0° to 70° | MIL-C-16173 Grade 2 | Steel, Iron | Transparent Yellow | Los Angeles County, CA; Orange County, CA; Outside United States; Riverside County, CA; San Bernardino County, CA | 0000000 | 00000 | 00000 |
LPS | LPS #3 | 1 | __ | 24 | 6 | 3.5 hrs. | 24 | 380 sq. ft. @ 1 mil | 175° | 0° to 70° | MIL-C-16173 Grade 2 | Steel, Iron | Transparent Yellow | Los Angeles County, CA; Orange County, CA; Outside United States; Riverside County, CA; San Bernardino County, CA | 00000000 | 000000 | 000000 |
Low-Odor Abrasion-Resistant Clean-Away Coatings for Metal

These low-odor coatings form a waxy film similar to lube oil, so parts can remain coated for assembly. They can be dipped, brushed, or sprayed onto surfaces and then removed with an alkaline cleaner.
Max. Protection Time | Dry Time | |||||||||||
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Container Size, gal. | Indoor, mo. | Outdoor, mo. | Composition | Touch, min. | Overall, min. | Approx. Coverage @ Thick. | Max. Temp., °F | Application Temp. Range, °F | For Use On | Color | Each | |
1 | 24 | 12 | Water Based | 10 | 15 | 650 sq. ft. @ 1 mil | 160° | 50° to 150° | Steel, Iron | Transparent Yellow | 0000000 | 000000 |
Abrasion-Resistant Clean-Away Coatings for Metal

A hard waxy film protects items from abrasion. Coatings provide long-lasting protection against rust and corrosion. They can be dipped, brushed, or sprayed onto surfaces and then removed with an alkaline cleaner.
Container | Max. Protection Time | Dry Time | ||||||||||||
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Size, gal. | Type | Indoor, mo. | Outdoor, mo. | Composition | Touch, min. | Overall, min. | Approx. Coverage @ Thick. | Max. Temp., °F | Application Temp. Range, °F | Specifications Met | For Use On | Color | Each | |
1 | Jug | 60 | 36 | Water Based | 10 | 30 | 650 sq. ft. @ 1 mil | 180° | 50° to 150° | MIL-C-16173 Grade 1 | Steel, Iron | Transparent Yellow | 0000000 | 000000 |
5 | Jug | 60 | 36 | Water Based | 10 | 30 | 3,250 sq. ft. @ 1 mil | 180° | 50° to 150° | MIL-C-16173 Grade 1 | Steel, Iron | Transparent Yellow | 0000000 | 000000 |