ExpressBlast Lite Rust Inhibitor, Autobody, Sandblasting, Pretreatment, Corrosion Preventative

ExpressBlast Lite Rust Inhibitor – 5 Gallon Salt-Removing Blast Additive

Q: What is ExpressBlast Lite Rust Inhibitor?

ExpressBlast Lite is a single-component, water-based additive that removes salts, oils, and blast residue while preventing flash rust. It is used in conjunction with power washing after dry abrasive blasting, wet abrasive blasting, or waterjetting to prepare metal surfaces for coating or painting.

Q: What size does ExpressBlast Lite come in?

ExpressBlast Lite is available in a 5-gallon container, making it practical for professional body shops and industrial operations that require consistent surface prep on large or multiple workpieces. Contact Creative Coating Solutions for bulk pricing or availability.

Q: What cleaning methods is ExpressBlast Lite compatible with?

ExpressBlast Lite is compatible with dry abrasive blasting, wet abrasive blasting, waterjetting, hand tool cleaning, and power tool cleaning. It is designed to be used with power washing as a final rinse step after any of these surface preparation methods.

Q: Is ExpressBlast Lite professional grade?

Yes. ExpressBlast Lite is a professional-grade rust inhibitor and surface prep additive formulated for industrial applications, autobody shops, fleet maintenance, and marine surface preparation. It meets the demands of high-throughput environments where flash rust prevention and contamination removal are critical between blast and coating stages.

Q: What industries use ExpressBlast Lite?

ExpressBlast Lite is used in autobody and collision repair shops, industrial coating operations, marine maintenance yards, pipeline and structural steel contractors, and fleet refurbishment facilities. Any operation that abrasive blasts metal surfaces prior to coating can benefit from this product.

Q: How does ExpressBlast Lite compare to other rust inhibitors?

Unlike multi-component inhibitors that require mixing, ExpressBlast Lite is a single-component formula that simplifies application and reduces prep time. It handles degreasing and flash rust prevention in one step, making it more efficient than using separate products for each task.

Q: Can I order ExpressBlast Lite from Creative Coating Solutions?

Yes. ExpressBlast Lite is available through Creative Coating Solutions. Contact them directly at scott@creativecoatingsolutions.com for pricing, shipping details, and freight quotes if you are located in New York City or other areas where additional freight charges may apply.

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About This Item

Features:

Flash rust prevented for approximately 48 hours, often longer with no rain and temperatures above 40 degrees F (4 degrees C)
Surface salts including chlorides, sulfates, nitrates and all other salts are generally undetectable after proper use
Immediately soluble in water or hydrocarbon solvents such as mineral spirits and xylene
Non-toxic, non-hazardous and non-flammable
Biodegradable, colorless and odorless
Phosphate and acid free
Evaporates with water in which it is dissolved. The surface can be primed immediately after evaporation

Substrate Sustainability:

Steel, Iron, Galvanized Steel, Aluminum And Stainless Steel
Concrete and CMU (cinder block)
Fiberglass

Characteristics:

Prevents flash rusting of uncovered surfaces and provides rust-free window of 48 hours or longer with no rain or condensation and temperature above 40 Degrees F (4 degrees C). Rust-free window for interior storage ExpressBlast Lite-treated surfaces can be significantly longer
Available in 5 Gallon paills, 30 Gallon drums and 55 Gallon drums and 275 gallon totes. The wight is 8.6 lbs per gallon.

Price Includes Shipping Although Additional Freight Does Apply To The Following States:
- New Your City

- Montana

- Idaho

- North Dakota

- South Dakota

(please contact us and we will send a payable invoice if from these locations)

Description

ExpressBlast Lite is a single-component, water-soluble rust inhibitor that prevents flash rust on freshly blasted metal while simultaneously removing surface salts, chlorides, sulfates, nitrates, and blast residues.

Key features:

Flash rust prevention: approximately 48 hours (longer with no rain and temperatures above 40°F / 4°C)
Removes surface salts (chlorides, sulfates, nitrates) - generally undetectable after proper use
Non-toxic, non-hazardous, and non-flammable
Biodegradable, colorless, and odorless
Phosphate-free and acid-free
Immediately soluble in water or hydrocarbon solvents (mineral spirits, xylene)
Evaporates with water - surface can be primed immediately after evaporation
Compatible substrates: steel, iron, galvanized steel, aluminum, and more
5-gallon container

Add to blast water or apply post-blast as a rinse - eliminates a separate degreasing step and prepares bare metal for immediate powder coat or primer application. Available in multiple concentrations (see "Electric Option" selector on product page).

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