ASCOTRAN® RCX
ASCOTRAN® RCX is a water-based, ultra high-performance corrosion inhibitor concentrate designed for preparing high-quality engine coolant/antifreeze concentrates by adding monoethylene glycol (MEG) or propylene glycol (MPG).
Properties
- Physical Form
- Liquid
Product families
- Surface Protective Additives
Other characteristics
- Brand
- Ascotran
- End Uses
- Coolants
- Features
Corrosion Resistant, Environmentally Friendly, Excellent Cavitation Protection, Foaming Resistant, High Performance, Long Service Life, Low Maintenance Cost, Water-based
- Functions
- Corrosion Inhibitor
- Compatible Substrates & Surfaces
- Aluminum, Copper, Iron, Metal
- Carrier
- Water
- Markets
- Automotive & Transportation
- Industrial
- Appearance
- Clear liquid
- Shelf LIfe
- 2 Years
- Technology
- Fluids & Lubricants
- Packaging Type
- Drums
- Pails
- Totes (IBC)
- Chemical Nature
- Aqueous blend of organic salts
- Labeling Claims
- 2-Ethylhexanoate-free
- Amine-free
- Borax-free
- Nitrite-free
- Not Listed In California Proposition 65
- Organic
- Phosphate-free
- Silicate-free
- Product Features
ASCOTRAN® RCX is a water-based, ultra high performance corrosion inhibitor concentrate, designed to prepare high quality engine coolant/antifreeze concentrates through the addition of monoethylene or propylene glycol.; This additive package is based on Organic Acid Technology (OAT), to produce finished antifreeze which is free from any nitrite, amine, phosphate, borax, silicate and 2-Ethylhexanoate.; Offers extended, low maintenance corrosion protection.; Offers reliable protection to a wide range of metals including aluminum, copper, iron and solder alloys.; High performing, even with vulnerable cooling components (thermostats, radiators, water pumps).; High temperature aluminum corrosion resistance.; Excellent cavitation protection.; Improved hard water stability (free from any phosphate and silicate).; High resistance to foaming.; Environmentally friendly.; More respectful of human health (free from any borate, nitrite and 2-Ethylhexanoate).; Meets most European and International Standards.
- Quality Standards
- ASTM D3306
- ASTM D4656
- ASTM D4985
- MAN 324 Type SNF
- SAE J1034
- OEM Specifications
- BS 6580
- CHRYSLER MS 9176
- CUMMINS 85T8-2
- CUNA NC 956-16
- DAF MAT 74002
- DAIMLER 325.3
- DEUTZ MWN 0199.2091
- FORD ESE M 97B49-A
Technical data
Table 1 of 2
22 rows| Characteristic | Value | Unit | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| Density (at 20°C) | 1.06 - 1.1 | — | ASTM D1122 |
| Specific Gravity (at 15°C) | 1.117 | — | ASTM D5931 |
| pH Value (50% DI water) | 8 - 9 | — | — |
| Water Content | max. 5 | % | ASTM D1123 |
| Ash Content | max. 20 | ppm | ASTM D1119 |
| Reserve Alkalinity (pH 5.5) | 4.2 | ml | ASTM D1121 |
| Foaming Properties | 50.0 | ml/<2s | ASTM D1881 |
| Hard Water Stability | max. 0.5 | ml | ASTM D7437 |
| Glassware Corrosion Tests (Copper) | 0.7 | mg/specimen | ASTM D1384 |
| Glassware Corrosion Tests (Solder) | 1.8 | mg/specimen | ASTM D1384 |
| Glassware Corrosion Tests (Brass) | 0.3 | mg/specimen | ASTM D1384 |
| Glassware Corrosion Tests (Steel)* | -0.2 | mg/specimen | ASTM D1384 |
Table 2 of 2
3 rows| Characteristic | Value | Unit | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| Viscosity (at 20°C) | max. 30 | cPs | ASTM D2515 |
| Freezing Point | approx. 0 | °C | ASTM D1177 |
| pH Value (at 20°C) | 9.4 - 10 | — | — |
