Cortec VpCI®-609 Biodegradable Powders for Ferrous Metals, Patent Pending

Product Description

VpCI®-609 is a water-soluble Vaporphase Corrosion  Inhibitor (VpCI ®) powder for wet or dry corrosion protection of ferrous metals and aluminum. VpCI®-609 is also available as VpCI®-609 S (with silica) and VpCI®-609 W (ready-to-use liquid version). UFI: 3U20-J0EA-E002-G43C

Packaging and Storage

VpCI®-609/609 S powders are available in 5 pound (2.3 kg), 50 pound (23 kg), and 100 pound (45 kg) moisture barrier bags packed in fiber-lined drums. Also available in pouches such as EcoPouch®.

VpCI®-609 W is available in 5 gallon (19 L) pails, 55 gallon (208 L) drums, liquid totes, and bulk.

To ensure best product performance, store in original packaging, indoors, and out of direct sunlight at 40-100 °F (4-38 °C).

Shelf life: 2 years

Features

• VpCI®-609 is accepted by Cefas as an offshore chemical. Registered under OCNS number 25717 allowing use at 5,000 ppm  
• Protects in liquid phase, vapor phase, and at the air-water interface  
• Creates a molecular corrosion inhibiting layer on metal surface  
• Provides up to 24 months of continuous protection  
• Does not contain nitrites, phosphates, or heavy metals  
• Passes Vapor Inhibiting Ability Test (NACE Standard TM0208-2008) before and after Exhaustion Test (MIL-STD-3010C)

Advantages

• Vapor-phase inhibiting action protects inaccessible and recessed surfaces  
• If the VpCI® layer is disturbed by moisture or the opening of an enclosed space, the layer is replenished by continuous vapor redeposition  
• Prevents future corrosion of precoated and painted surfaces  
• VpCI® layer typically does not need to be removed prior to processing or use 
• If required, powder is easily removed by air gun or water flush  
• Does not increase alkalinity  
• Provides economical protection for very large applications  
• Available in ready-to-use liquid form for convenience in hydrostatic testing and preservation applications  
• Offers the best ecological footprint in comparison with competitive VCI powders  
• One of the most powerful, fast-acting water-soluble Vapor phase Corrosion Inhibiting molecules used worldwide for corrosion remediation and contro

Typical Uses

• Tubular structures, pipes, and vessels  
• Voids, cavities, and tanks  
• Internal surfaces of compressors, turbines, engines, tanks, boilers, heat exchangers  
• Steam condensate lines, closed circuit heating, and cooling systems  
• Equipment during and after hydrostatic testing  
• Parts, components, and completed assemblies during shipping and storage  
• Additive to shot-blasting media, wet blasting  
• Additive to standing water

Metals Protected

• Carbon steel 
• Stainless steel 
• Aluminum  
• Other ferrous metals

Method of Application

Apply VpCI®-609 in dry form by dusting, fogging, or sprinkling. (Fogging is easily achieved by using a low pressure air hose and sandblast cup. Large conventional sandblasting systems can also be used). For wet applications using VpCI®-609/609 S Powder, pre-mix with water to dissolve the powder prior to application. For VpCI®-609 W, dilute to recommended concentration and mix well prior to application. Apply VpCI®-609 in aqueous form by spray, flush, or immersion. After application simply cover and close or seal the interior cavity or void.

Method of Removal

When required, VpCI®-609/609 S in powder form can be easily removed by using a low pressure air gun or a water rinse. Typically, if applied in aqueous form, the product does not require removal. If necessary, a simple water rinse or flush will suffice.