Flying metal particles (fly rust) caused by industry, train track overhead wires and vehicle braking, among others, get stuck on paint and rims. These hard-to-remove particles can be removed quickly and effectively with Cartec Iron Wash. This Ph neutral product reacts with these particles, creating a purple “bleeding” effect and dissolving the metal particles. Cartec Iron Wash removes stubborn brake dust, making it excellent for use as a safe - Ph neutral - wheel cleaner.
Product benefits:
- Ph neutral product
- Safe to use
- Can also be used as a pre-cleaner
- Visible result due to purple discolouration of the particles
- Fast result
- Viscous product, resulting in longer soaking time
- Can be used on both bodywork and rims
Application:
Cartec Iron wash is used on a vehicle’s paintwork and rims or
hubcaps to remove brake dust and fly rust.
Instructions for use:
Always check the product before use in an inconspicuous
place to avoid any damage. Do not use the product on
galvanised steel. do not allow the product to dry.
When used on paintwork:
- Spray Cartec Iron Wash on the surface to be treated and
then leave it to act for 5-10 minutes.
- After a few minutes, the fly rust and brake dust present
will turn purple. A sponge or a clay product (such as
3041/3) can be used to speed up the process.
For stubborn dirt, the treatment can be repeated.
When used on rims:
- Spray Cartec Iron Wash on the rim or hubcap. make sure
to touch everything well.
- Wait until the product turns purple and leave it to act for a
maximum of 1 minute.
- Remove the dirt with a pressure washer, before the purple
colour changes to brown.
- In case of persistent soiling, the treatment can be
repeated. Use the Wheelsan brush (3039/4) to soak off
the dirt.
Tips & Tricks:
Cartec Iron Wash works very well to decontaminate
paintwork in combination with a Cartec clay product such
as (3041/3).
Clean the paintwork with a pre-cleaner (such as Cartec
Twister Comfort (1407), before using Cartec Iron Wash in
combination with a sponge or Clay pad. This is to prevent
scratching.
