When Sandblasting Isn't a Practical Option
Abrasive blasting is often the textbook answer for heavily rusted steel. But on a boat hull, a vehicle underbody, or equipment that can't be moved to a blasting yard, it's frequently not practical — too costly, too disruptive, or simply not possible on site.
This is exactly the situation a rust converter is designed for: treating firmly adhered rust chemically, without requiring complete mechanical removal first.
How FERONIX RUSTCON Works
FERONIX RUSTCON is a tannic acid-based, water-based rust converter. It's single-component and ready to use — no mixing, no special equipment.
Applied to suitably prepared rusted metal, it chemically reacts with iron oxide and converts suitable rust into a stable iron-tannate phosphate layer, reducing further internal corrosion and providing a base for subsequent protective painting.
Marine Rust Converter
For steel structures exposed to saltwater, humidity and constant moisture — hulls, marine fittings, dockside structures — RUSTCON offers a way to treat rust in place without extensive mechanical surface preparation.
Chassis & Underbody Rust Converter
Automotive chassis, underbodies and vehicle components that have accumulated rust over years of road exposure are rarely candidates for sandblasting without full disassembly. RUSTCON provides a practical alternative for treating this rust directly.
- Industrial maintenance
- Automotive restoration
- Marine corrosion treatment
- Metal refurbishment
A rust converter treats the rust that's already there — it isn't a substitute for removing loose scale, oil, dirt or contamination first.
What Happens After Conversion
Once the rust has been converted and the surface has cured, it provides a suitable base for a protective topcoat — such as FERONIX CORROX — to build long-term corrosion resistance on top of the treated surface.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does RUSTCON remove rust completely?
RUSTCON is a rust converter, not a rust remover — it chemically converts suitable rust into a stable protective layer rather than stripping it away. For surfaces where rust needs to be physically removed first, FERONIX RUSTKLEEN is the appropriate product.
Can RUSTCON be used on a boat hull?
RUSTCON is formulated to be suitable for marine steel structures exposed to saltwater and humidity, as part of a proper rust treatment process on appropriately prepared surfaces.
Is a topcoat required after using RUSTCON?
Yes — RUSTCON provides a stable base for subsequent protective painting; it is designed to be followed by a suitable primer or protective topcoat such as FERONIX CORROX.
Heavy Rust Doesn't Always Need Sandblasting.
Sometimes It Needs the Right Chemistry.