Evapo-Rust ER012 Heavy-Duty Water-Based Rust Remover (1 Gallon / 128 Fl Oz)

Description

Eliminate deep rust down to bare metal without the hassle of wire brushing, grinding, or using hazardous acid baths with CRC Evapo-Rust Heavy-Duty Rust Remover (1 Gallon). Manufactured in the United States by CRC Industries, Evapo-Rust utilizes advanced selective chelation technology to strip oxidation and rust scale from ferrous metals while keeping unrusted base steel, paint, and surrounding non-ferrous surfaces completely unharmed.

Traditional chemical rust removers rely on harsh phosphoric, hydrochloric, or oxalic acids that emit toxic fumes, burn skin, damage delicate machine tolerances, and cause hydrogen embrittlement in high-strength automotive steel. Evapo-Rust is water-based, non-toxic, non-corrosive, and 100% acid-free, containing zero VOCs, solvents, or offensive odors. It selectively binds exclusively to iron oxide, leaving the underlying base metal clean, smooth, and ready for immediate painting, priming, or corrosion-inhibiting treatment.

Evapo-Rust is completely reusable—one single gallon can remove up to 0.5 pounds of pure dry rust. Simply pour the ready-to-use liquid into a soaking tray, submerge your rusty components, allow it to work, and pour it back into the jug for future projects.

Key Features

• Advanced Chelation Technology: Strips rust to bare metal without removing good steel or altering critical part dimensions.

• No Scrubbing or Grinding: Requires zero abrasive sanding or manual labor—simply soak, rinse with water, and dry.

• 100% Acid-Free & Non-Toxic: Water-based formula produces zero hazardous fumes, smells, or corrosive acid burns.

• Safe on Surrounding Materials: Will not harm copper, brass, aluminum, plastic, rubber gaskets, vinyl, or clothing.

• Economical & Reusable: Can be used repeatedly until the liquid turns completely black and loses its lifting strength.

• Factory Sealed 1-Gallon Container: Delivered in a durable 128-ounce pour container ready for immediate workshop deployment.

Technical Specifications

• Brand: Evapo-Rust / CRC Industries

• Part Number: ER012

• Item Number: 1752538 / 1752709

• Net Volume: 128 Fl Oz / 1 Gallon (3.78 Liters)

• Specific Gravity: Approx. 1.04

• pH Level: 6.0 – 7.0 (Near Neutral)

• Active Working Temperature: Best results at 65°F (18°C) and above

• Country of Origin: United States

Step-by-Step Usage Instructions

• Step 1 (Prep & Pour): Remove loose surface dirt, heavy oil, and grease using a degreaser. Pour ready-to-use Evapo-Rust into a plastic or stainless steel soaking basin.

• Step 2 (Submerge & Soak): Completely immerse the rusty parts. Allow light surface rust to soak for 30 minutes; allow heavy, pitted rust to soak for 12 to 24 hours.

• Step 3 (Rinse & Dry): Remove parts from the bath, rinse thoroughly with fresh water, and dry immediately.

• Step 4 (Reuse & Protect): Pour the used liquid back into the original container for reuse. Spray clean parts with a rust inhibitor or primer to protect against flash rust.

Recommended Applications

• Automotive brake calipers, control arms, brackets, and engine hardware

• Antique auto parts restoration and classic car chassis components

• Rusty hand tools, socket sets, wrenches, and bench vises

• Cast iron cookware, griddles, and Dutch ovens

• Industrial machinery, gear assemblies, bearings, and shafts

• Farm equipment, tractor links, and agricultural implements

• Marine hardware, boat trailer hitches, and stainless fittings