CRC Metal Armour 350g - Pack of 6

CRC Metal Armour is a zinc-rich primer and sealer. It contains 85% zinc by weight in the dry film, and it protects by galvanic action, stopping rust and rust creepage even when scratched or abraded.

It can be applied over bare metal or most surfaces, including painted surfaces, and can be painted over or left uncoated. It comes as a 350g aerosol (pack of 6) and a 1L tin (pack of 2); the two formats have different safety classifications, shown below.

Where this product is used

• Cars, trucks, boats and trailers
• Iron or steel, equipment and tools
• Railings and fences
• Anything that requires painting after rust treatment

Features

• Zinc-rich: 85% zinc by weight in the dry film
• Protects by galvanic action and stops rust creepage even when scratched or abraded
• Corrosion protection factor 68, which is 68 months (5 and a half years) on exposed outdoor surfaces, depending on conditions
• Applies over bare metal or most surfaces, including painted surfaces
• Ready to paint or can be left uncoated

Key specifications

Choosing the right option

Existing rust must be removed or treated before Metal Armour is applied. To treat rust first, see CRC Rust Converter.

The aerosol is sprayed in light coats; the 1L tin is applied by brush, roller or sprayer. The aerosol is an extremely flammable aerosol, while the tin is a flammable liquid.

See also: CRC Rust Converter, CRC Heavy Duty Zinc Rich Anti-Corrosive Coating, CRC Prime It Anti-Corrosive Primer for Steel 2091 - 400ml.

Using it

Surface preparation: existing rust must be mechanically removed or treated with CRC Rust Converter or a chemical treatment. The surface must be dry and free of oil, grease and other contaminants. Treat rust with CRC Rust Converter first, then apply Metal Armour.

350g aerosol: shake the can until the agitator ball is moving freely, then for at least 1 further minute. Hold the can 15 to 20cm from the surface and apply 2 to 3 light coats to a clean, dry surface. Touch dry in 10 to 20 minutes, with 15 minutes to overcoat. When finished, clear the valve by inverting the can and pressing the button until only pressure escapes.

1L tin: stir before and during use and apply by brush, roller or sprayer. Touch dry in 20 minutes, with 30 minutes to overcoat. If thinning is required, use ADOS solvent N or general-purpose spraying thinner.

Theoretical coverage of up to 2 m2 per 350g aerosol can and up to 6 m2 per 1L can.

Storage and handling

Aerosol: store locked up, protect from sunlight and do not exceed 50°C. Check the safety data sheet for the 1L tin.

Limits and safety

350g aerosol: Danger. Extremely flammable aerosol (H222), pressurised container (H229), skin irritation (H315), serious eye irritation (H319), may cause respiratory irritation (H335), may damage fertility or the unborn child (H360), causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure (H373), very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects (H400, H410). UN 1950, Aerosols, Class 2.1. 1L tin: Danger. Flammable liquid and vapour (H226), skin irritation (H315), causes serious eye damage (H318), very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects (H400, H410). UN 1263, Paint, Class 3, packing group III, marine pollutant. Read the safety data sheet before use.