Iron Wash

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:

1. Spray Cartec Iron Wash on the surface to be treated and then leave it to act for 5-10 minutes.
2. 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:

1. Spray Cartec Iron Wash on the rim or hubcap. make sure to touch everything well.
2. Wait until the product turns purple and leave it to act for a maximum of 1 minute.
3. Remove the dirt with a pressure washer, before the purple colour changes to brown.
4. 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.