ZERUST® ActivPak®(LS)
ZERUST® ActivPak®(LS) is a high-performance VCI Sachet designed to provide fast-acting corrosion protection in aggressive environments. It is ideal for use in factories, marine applications, power plants, and other conditions where flash corrosion and airborne contaminants are a concern.
ZERUST® ActivPak®(LS) VCI Sachet emitters are engineered to rapidly protect metal surfaces from flash corrosion, even in the presence of contaminants. These sachets release a powerful combination of Vapor Corrosion Inhibitor (VCI) and Volatile Flash Corrosion Inhibitor (FCI™) technology, enabling immediate protection upon placement in an enclosed space.
The advanced chemistry works within minutes, forming a protective molecular layer on exposed metal surfaces. This layer helps prevent both immediate flash corrosion and longer-term corrosion caused by humidity, salt air, acid gases, and other harsh environmental factors. Protection can last up to one year in properly sealed enclosures.
Installation of this VCI Sachet is simple and efficient. Remove the sachet from its packaging, place it inside the enclosure or packaging, and seal the space to retain the protective vapor. This makes it an effective solution for protecting parts during manufacturing, storage, and transportation.
Once the enclosure is opened or the sachet is removed, the protective VCI layer dissipates naturally, leaving metal surfaces clean and ready for further processing such as painting or welding. As with any corrosion protection solution, testing under specific application conditions is recommended to ensure optimal performance.
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| ZERUST® Product Name | Normal Environment* | Aggressive Environment* | ||
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| Volume of Protection | Duration of Protection (up to) | Volume of Protection | Duration of Protection (up to) | |
| ActivTab (LS)-25 | 0.25 ft³ (0.0074 m³) | 6 months | 0.025 ft³ (0.0007 m³) | 15 days |
| ActivCapsule FAC1-1s | 4 ft³ (0.12 m³) | 1 year | 0.35 ft³ (0.01 m³) | 1 month |
| ActivPak (LS)-T330 | 5 ft³ (0.15 m³) | 1 year | 2 ft³ (0.05 m³) | 2 months |
| ActivPak (LS)-33 | 16 ft³ (0.45 m³) | 1 year | 5 ft³ (0.15 m³) | 2 months |
| ActivPak (LS)-T350 | 26 ft³ (0.75 m³) | 1 year | 7 ft³ (0.2 m³) | 2 months |
| ActivPak (LS)-35 | 35 ft³ (1 m³) | 1 year | 11 ft³ (0.2 m³) | 2 months |
| ActivPak-T330 | 5 ft³ (0.15 m³) | 2 years | 2 ft³ (0.05 m³) | 4 months |
| ActivPak-33 | 16 ft³ (0.45 m³) | 2 years | 5 ft³ (0.15 m³) | 4 months |
| ActivPak-T350 | 26 ft³ (0.75 m³) | 2 years | 7 ft³ (0.2 m³) | 4 months |
| ActivPak-35 | 35 ft³ (1 m³) | 2 years | 11 ft³ (0.3 m³) | 4 months |
Questions? You’re covered.
ZERUST® diffusers are easy-to-use corrosion protection products that contain patented ZERUST® corrosion inhibiting technology. ZERUST® diffusers come in different formats to meet your specific protection needs. they all emit powerful corrosion inhibiting molecules into an enclosure that settle on metal surfaces and protect them from corrosion.
Use ZERUST® diffusers to protect ferrous and non-ferrous metal such as iron, steel, copper, zinc, and solder. Their ferrous metal corrosion protection exceeds test requirements of all relevant standards including NACE TM0208-0208 and MIL-STD 3010A (test method 4031).
How the ZERUST® protective
molecules suppress corrosion
They passivate the electron flow between the anodic and cathodic areas on the metal surfaces.
They may also form a hydrophobic layer that prevents water and moisture from direct contact with the metal therefore acting as an electrolyte. They may regulate the pH value of the electrolyte.
- Remove product from packaging.
- Mark or take note of the installation date. Diffusers are conservatively rated for a wide range of environments to provide a minimum 1 or 2 year life depending on the model.
- Place the diffuser in the most ideal location possible following the principles below.
- Ensure that the airflow to the enclosure is restricted.
NOTE: Upon removal of the ZERUST® diffuser or opening the enclosure; the ZERUST® protective molecules will dissipate from the metal surface within hours. Corrosion protection of the metal surface will also cease by this time.
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Center
- the ideal location to obtain maximum coverage of protection from the capsule. This position may not be possible if the center is occupied.
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Corner
- In deeper enclosures two capsules may be required on diagonally opposed corners to fully protect the entire space.
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Sides
- Is practical for most applications and provides the optimum side mounted protection.
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Dual Placement
- For longer boxes or divided spaces, place a capsule in opposite corners for complete coverage.
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Airflow
It is essential to restrict airflow to the container. Airflow removes protective vapor barrier from the space faster than it can be released from the diffuser.
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Protection
It is essential to restrict airflow to the container. Airflow removes protective vapor barrier from the space faster than it can be released from the diffuser.
