The Rejex Story

RejeX was originally developed for the US Air Force to stop turbine exhaust gases from tearing up paint and causing corrosion on aluminum airframes. But, the history of how RejeX came about requires a little more background.

The company that makes RejeX is a chemical research company that specializes in anti-corrosion products. Their biggest selling product is called CorrosionX, which is an incredible lubricant, penetrant & corrosion preventer. As a pentrant & lubricant, it’s far more powerful than WD-40 with roughly double the lubricity of Teflon. It’s the only product of its kind – outside of corrosion inhibiting paint and heavy wax coatings – that meets the current U.S. Mil Spec (a rugged series of tests that the US Navy controls) for corrosion prevention on military aircraft. Because it’s impossible to paint the inside of an airframe once its been assembled and because wax coatings don’t provide effective & reliable protection, CorrosionX is used by the military, and by extension, the general aviation market to protect aircraft (and avionics) from corrosion.

Because of their experience with corrosion-inhibiting products, this particular manufacturer was invited to speak at some of the military CPC (Corrosion Prevention & Control) conferences. These conferences address the issue of military equipment being degraded by corrosion, which costs the United States BILLIONS of dollars every year. Corrosion is the #1 cause of replacement & refurbishment in the military. So, the U.S. Congress has mandated that the various branches of the military develop these CPC programs to stop the rampant corrosion problem.

At one of these conferences at Patrick AFB (Florida), there were several discussions around one of the biggest corrosion problems on warfighting equipment - hydrocarbons in jet turbine exhaust, which is caustic to metals, destroys paint, and once it gets into the pores of aluminum, it starts a tough corrosion problem. CorrosionX eliminated the problem on the INSIDE of the aircraft and on the avionic circuitry, but obviously, the military can’t hose down the OUTSIDE of a plane with an oil-based lubricant like CorrosionX.

So, development began which resulted in RejeX. It proved to work extremely well in preventing the accumulation of corrosive exhaust gases and stopping the corrosion process on the aluminum skin of aircraft. Because of its effectiveness and its applicability to other users, RejeX was modified from the original formula to offer it to non-military customers. The only difference between the military version of RejeX used on F-18s and H-60 Black Hawk helicopters and the civilian-use version is that the civilian version shines like crazy.

Now that you know the background, here is a little product information in case you want to know more. RejeX is not harmful to paint like some products containing silicone oils. Products containing silicone oil (free silicone) will make a car shine really well, but it gets absorbed into paint, which causes very undesirable effects if you need to apply a new coat of paint in the future. Because the free silicone molecules have absorbed deep into the paint, and because they are very slippery, the new paint won’t stick unless the paint shop takes extreme measures to remove every bit of existing paint. Most car owners aren’t aware of the issues surrounding free silicones, but with RejeX you don’t have to worry about this issue at all!

Plus, RejeX is an extremely durable form of polymer. It is totally non-porous and produces such a high-release (slippery) surface that contaminants have a very hard time sticking to it. Plus, it provides a wicked shine because of its very high reflectivity. It’s actually clearer (more clear) than acrylic. It's also EXTREMELY resilient to chemicals, solvents, fuels, contaminants, and corrosive agents that can harm your vehicle’s finish. So while RejeX won’t completely stop bird droppings, tree sap, bug splatters and brake dust from accumulating on your car, it will eliminate a great deal of these problems, plus they will be a lot easier to clean off. And, RejeX causes water to bead like crazy!

RejeX was introduced in February 2002. After about a year, someone at Car & Driver magazine got a hold of a bottle. Their review of the product provided independent proof of the benefits described above, and started giving it broader recognition among car enthusiasts.

Spotting, Treating, and Preventing Corrosion

By James Careless
AMT Contributor

Corrosion is one of the greatest enemies of airframes, and the culprit in some of aviation’s most serious accidents. One of the best-known occurred on April 28, 1988, when 18 feet of skin ripped off an Aloha Airlines B737-200 in flight. The skin loss resulted in the death of stewardess Clarabelle Lansing during explosive decompression and left the terrified passengers — eight of them seriously injured — exposed to the sky. According to the NTSB investigation, corrosion combined with metal fatigue and stress fractures caused “significant disbonding and fatigue damage” to the aircraft’s skin, which resulted in “lap joint failure and separation.”

Corrosion is also believed to have resulted in engines 3 and 4 falling off the wings of two B747-200 freighters; a China Airlines 747 in 1991 and an EL AL 747 in 1992. In both instances, the aircraft crashed. In the EL AL incident, which occurred in Amsterdam, all four crew members were killed along with 50 people on the ground.

Clearly, corrosion is something that demands detection, treatment, and, where possible, prevention. So how can aircraft technicians do this most effectively, and what tools do they have at their disposal? That’s what this article is all about.

What is corrosion?

There are many forms of aircraft corrosion. The most commonly known occurs when aluminum interacts with water, creating aluminum oxide. It is not just the exterior skin that is vulnerable; as the airframe expands and contracts in response to sunlight, heat, and cold, water can penetrate into rivet holes and thus deeper into the aircraft. As well, water spilled onto galley floors, or leaking around old toilets and sinks, can find its way into the airframe.

“Since all aircraft are primarily made of aluminum, they are particularly vulnerable to this form of corrosion,” says Dr. Jean-Pierre Roberge, an expert on corrosion who teaches at Canada’s Royal Military College in Kingston, Ontario. “Not surprisingly, aluminum oxide has none of the strength and structural properties of uncorroded aluminum. This is why early detection and, where necessary, replacement of overly oxidized aluminum parts is a must.”

A less obvious but equally deadly form of decay is galvanic corrosion. This occurs on the atomic level, when ions flow between two adjacent, chemically different materials. Galvanic corrosion doesn’t just occur between metals; a composite/metal pairing can also result in ions being transferred.

Detecting corrosion

Generally, corrosion is detected visually. Technicians go over every accessible inch of an airframe during maintenance, or when the aircraft has been stripped down to the bare metal for repainting.

“The best inspections look everywhere that water, salt, and acids can seep into,” says Peter Burgher. He owns GSH Corporation, manufacturer of the galvanic corrosion control product NO COR. “This means the galley floors, the toilets, the aircraft belly, wing pockets, and within the ailerons, flaps, and elevators.”

Unfortunately, sometimes the most conscientious of visual inspections isn’t good enough. That was the experience of Florida-based Cessna owner Scott Nelson, who discovered horrific corrosion hidden inside a Cessna 182 that he had lovingly maintained for years. The damage only came to light after the hangar fell down on this aircraft during Hurricane Wilma. After being taken apart for restoration, “What we thought was the safest, most well-maintained 182 out there, actually possessed some of the scariest corrosion I had ever seen,” Nelson writes in the April 2007 edition of Cessna Owner magazine.

The damage included “significant corrosion” on the 182’s hard-to-inspect horizontal stabilizer spar, which was sandwiched inside three riveted together pieces of metal. It was so extensive that “the plane should not have been airworthy,” Nelson writes. Serious corrosion was also found on the forward face of the 182’s vertical fin spar, which is also hard to reach.

To his credit, Scott Nelson decided to purchase a flexible borescope, so that he could look into the 182’s tightest areas. A flexible borescope consists of an eyepiece that is connected by fiberoptic cable to a lens at the other end, which is usually fitted with lights. Like a plumbing snake, the borescope can be bent and guided around corners and angles, making it ideal for inspecting an aircraft’s many nooks and crannies. Since acquiring it, Nelson has found similar corrosion in many other aircraft that have come into his hangar.

There are other visual techniques for detecting corrosion, says Dr. Roberge. “Look carefully at the skin of the aircraft; can you detect bulging?” he tells AMT. “If you can, then chances are that corrosion has taken place within and needs to be attended to.” Other more sophisticated visual inspection methods include penetrant flaw detection, magnetic particles, eddy current flaw detection, ultrasonic flaw detection, mechanical impedance analysis, and X-rays.

Fighting corrosion

Once corrosion has been detected, treatment is a must. In some cases, the damage is superficial enough to be removed, and then for the repaired area to be protected with anti-corrosion products. In others, corroded components may have to be removed and replaced.

Traditionally, technicians have employed wax, oil, and paint in such areas; treatments that are both messy and have to be removed before future inspections can be done. In contrast, newer products such as NO COR are clean, transparent, and do not have to be removed for further inspections. Other anti-corrosion products of note include Corrosion Technologies’ CorrosionX Aviation spray penetrant, which can be sprayed over existing corrosion to displace moisture and prevent the further migration of electrons; and Granitize Aviation’s Xzilon 3AECI Aircraft Exterior Corrosion Inhibitor, which prevents oxidation on exterior paint and bright work.

Vigilance: the best defense

“Airframe corrosion doesn’t happen overnight,” says Peter Burgher. “It can take a year or more for corrosion to seriously weaken an airframe, which is why early detection is so important.”

This being the case, the best defense against corrosion is thorough and regular airframe inspection, using a range of available techniques and tools. The regularity of such inspections is typically governed by an aircraft’s regular maintenance schedule; however, those flying in corrosion-prone areas (such as seaside coastal regions) would be wise to look for corrosion more often.

One piece of advice: Go out and buy a flexible borescope, and conduct nose-to-tail inspections of all your customers’ aircraft. Yes, it will take time, and could even cost you money for those customers who hesitate to pay. However, the hidden corrosion your shop will likely find, and the resulting repairs that you will be paid to perform, will likely more than compensate for the time and effort spent. Most importantly, these efforts may well save some customers’ lives and aircraft, which is what professional aircraft maintenance is really all about.

From: http://www.amtonline.com

CorrosionX Aviation - STOP AIRPLANE CORROSION NOW!

CorrosionX Aviation is a treatment for the entire airframe to prevent and stop corrosion. It is widely used by the military for this purpose. CorrosionX is a multi-functional product that is an exceptional lubricant for rod ends, hinges, locks, and closure mechanisms. It is also an unexcelled penetrant for breaking loose rusted/corroded components (exhaust studs, inspection plate screws, etc.). CorrosionX takes corrosion control to a new level. Featuring the latest advances in Fluid Thin Film Coating (FTFC) Technology, it is specially designed to displace moisture, stop corrosion instantly and provide long-lasting protection.

CorrosionX Heavy Duty

CorrosionX Heavy Duty is for super long-term protection against serious rust and corrosion assault. For those really tough jobs where you need the ultimate protection against moisture, the answer is new CorrosionX Heavy Duty. There is no other product like it on the market today. It is a high performance, thick-film version of CorrosionX. It was developed specifically to provide maximum protection against moisture intrusion and resulting rust and corrosion. Recommended for use on boat trailers by Field and Stream.
STOPS AND PREVENTS CORROSION AND RUST
CorrosionX Heavy Duty forms a dripless, dynamic, non-hardening, self-healing film that stubbornly resists erosion by splash or spray - including complete submersion in saltwater. It will slowly penetrate existing rust and corrosion, remove moisture and stop electrolysis. And then it seals moisture out. Unlike wax coatings, it will not dry out, stiffen or crack under stress. It will remain for hours on outdrives, even while underway!

CorrosionX General Purpose

CorrosionX is the most useful and versatile product of its kind. As one customer stated, "It's a complete service facility in a can." And, it's economical. Users estimate that a single 16-oz. can of CorrosionX will outperform and outlast 8 - 10 cans of the popular household "lubricant/penetrant," making it far more economical to use. A supervisor in a maintenance facility for a major oil company called it an "inventory reducer" because they use it for so many different applications.
STOPS AND PREVENTS CORROSION AND RUST
Use CorrosionX where you want corrosion control without a messy wax coating. A light spray of CorrosionX on power heads, generator sets and engines two or three times a year will keep them looking like new -- even in saltwater conditions.
A MULTI-FUNCTIONAL PRODUCT
In addition to its corrosion fighting properties, CorrosionX is also a super lubricant and penetrant. It lubricates under heavy loads and high temperatures. Use it on sheaves, hinges, locks, cables/wire ropes, windlasses or other rotating devices. It is ideal for fishing reels and guns. And, CorrosionX penetrates like nothing you've ever used. Corroded or rusted nuts, bolts or fittings can usually be removed within a few minutes.
NOT HARMFUL TO THE ENVIRONMENT
The Volatile Organic Content (VOC) of CorrosionX is only 8.6% (the "popular" brand is 76% solvent). Plus it's nontoxic, non-carcinogenic, and is nonflammable when not in aerosol form (the propellant is flammable).

FAQ

How long does it last?
The lifetime of Corrosion X will vary depending upon the environment and the location of the metal. Typically, Corrosion X applied to metal which is not directly exposed to the elements (such as the back of an instrument panel) can last over a year. Exposed surfaces will typically last 6 months or so. Protected areas can last indefinitely.

How do I apply Corrosion X?
Corrosion X may be applied just about any way you can think of. You can spray it on, apply it with a rag or brush, or dip the metal entirely. Because Corrosion X has a high-dielectric breakdown strength, you can spray it directly on electronics without damaging them.

• To provide corrosion protection only, let the Corrosion X sit on the surface for a few minutes and then wipe off any excess. The remaining Corrosion X will form a hard coating on the metal, providing superior corrosion protection.
• To provide lubrication as well as corrosion protection, simply apply a generous amount of Corrosion X to the surface. The Corrosion X at the surface of the metal will provide corrosion protection while the remaining Corrosion X acts provides excellent lubrication.

Can I use it on electronics?
Corrosion X is safe to use on electronics due to its high dielectric constant. You can spray it directly on circuit boards, switches, motors, wires, etc.
Corrosion X can restore life to your dead or dying electronics. Due to its moisture-displacement properties, Corrosion X can fix many of the problems which plague radios, radars, instruments, and so on: simpy spray, wipe or dip the electronics with Corrosion X.

Where can I use Corrosion X?
Simply put, Corrosion X can be used nearly everywhere. Just think of all of the rusted or corroded screws, bolts, wires, connectors, hinges, locks, (and so on) that you run across. How many items have you found which don't work smoothly and need to be protected and lubricated? Corrosion X can reduce or eliminate these problems. Keep a can handy when you do repair jobs around the boat, car, or home. Some suggestions include...

• Spray some on connectors before you reconnect them
• Put it on bolts / lug nuts to keep them from freezing up
• Treat locks to keep them functioning smoothly
• Spray some on electronic switches which don't work
• Use it to winterize your boat engine
• Keep hinges in good shape with occasional applications

How do other people use Corrosion X?
Our customers keep coming up with new and interesting uses for Corrosion X, proving that there literally are applications everywhere. Don't believe us? Then keep reading...
Atlantic City, NJ - A video-game vendor uses Corrosion X to protect expensive circuit boards at games located near the ocean. Before using Corrosion X, the vendor was spending up to $3000 a month replacing circuit boards damaged from saltwater corrosion.
Telephone company, Northern NJ - The phone company uses Corrosion X to protect phone switching equipment from the elements.
A customer avoided a $1000 repair to his radar system by coating the radar circuit board with Corrosion X.
Many people use it to fog their engine and protect it during the winter.
Radio-controlled plane enthusiasts use Corrosion X on bearings and find little to no wear at all.

Can I put it on moving parts?
Corrosion X is an excellent lubricant, suitable for electric motors, fishing reels, engines...nearly anything that moves! Just apply an ample amount of Corrosion X to provide both corrosion protection and lubrication.

Can paint over Corrosion X?
No. You must first remove the Corrosion X with a suitable solvent.

How is Corrosion X different from oils / WD40?
Corrosion X provides superior corrosion protection as compared to penetrating oils or WD40. Simply put, these products don't last nearly as long. Corrosion X is also an excellent high-pressure / high-temperature lubricant, providing a higher level of lubrication under extreme conditions.
Corrosion X also has excellent penetration characteristics, making it a good choice for releasing frozen connectors, screws or bolts.

What is CorrosionX?

CORROSION-X

Three products in one.

Corrosion-X, manufactured in the United States, is a product of aerospace R&D that is composed of a special blend of inhibitors, lubricants and surface active agents. Corrosion-X stops and prevents rust or corrosion and lubricates even better than products fortified with Teflon. It also penetrates and loosens frozen parts faster than products designed specifically for that purpose.

In controlling corrosion, the traditional approach has been to cover the metal surface with a barrier coating such as paint or wax. Corrosion-X offers a spaceage solution, featuring the latest in Fluid Thin Film Coating technology (FTFC) that works far better that typical corrosion inhibitors. The problem with barrier coatings is that although they are designed to keep moisture off, the wax coating left behind is porous and allows moisture to enter, even worse, when applied over existing corrosion it locks in the electrolyte and corrosion continues to grow. By contrast, Corrosion-X with FTFC technology, has no wax, tar, teflon or silicon.

When applied to existing corrosion, it displaces the electrolyte (even salt water) and leaves an ultra-thin, high die-electric film that stops the corrosion process dead in its tracks, this is referred to as "Polar Bonding"

The term "Polar Bonding" relates to the fact that molecules of any metal have polarity. That is they are electrically charged, with positive and negative poles. Unlike an oil, wax or other potential coating, molecules of Corrosion-X are also electrically charged. As a result, the positive poles of the Corrosion-X molecules are attracted to the negative poles of the metal molecules, and vice versa. The Corrosion-X and metal molecules form a powerful bond with each other, much like a magnet. The bond is so strong that Corrosion-X pushes moisture away, thereby stopping existing rust or corrosion, and preventing it in the future.

Corrosion-X products have been approved by the U.S Navy, Sikorsky Aircraft Corporation and The Boeing Company, for use in their aircraft.

The Corrosion-X family of products that are available is:

Corrosion-X - CorrosionX is the most useful and versatile product of its kind. As one customer stated, "It's a complete service facility in a can." And, it's economical. Users estimate that a single 16-oz. can of CorrosionX will outperform and outlast 8 - 10 cans of the popular household "lubricant/penetrant," making it far more economical to use. A supervisor in a maintenance facility for a major oil company called it an "inventory reducer" because they use it for so many different applications.
STOPS AND PREVENTS CORROSION AND RUST
Use CorrosionX where you want corrosion control without a messy wax coating. A light spray of CorrosionX on power heads, generator sets and engines two or three times a year will keep them looking like new -- even in saltwater conditions.
A MULTI-FUNCTIONAL PRODUCT
In addition to its corrosion fighting properties, CorrosionX is also a super lubricant and penetrant. It lubricates under heavy loads and high temperatures. Use it on sheaves, hinges, locks, cables/wire ropes, windlasses or other rotating devices. It is ideal for fishing reels and guns. And, CorrosionX penetrates like nothing you've ever used. Corroded or rusted nuts, bolts or fittings can usually be removed in just a few minutes.

Corrosion-X Heavy Duty - CorrosionX Heavy Duty is for super long-term protection against serious rust and corrosion assault. For those really tough jobs where you need the ultimate protection against moisture, the answer is new CorrosionX Heavy Duty. There is no other product like it on the market today. It is a high performance, thick-film version of CorrosionX. It was developed specifically to provide maximum protection against moisture intrusion and resulting rust and corrosion. Recommended for use on boat trailers by Field and Stream.
STOPS AND PREVENTS CORROSION AND RUST
CorrosionX Heavy Duty forms a dripless, dynamic, non-hardening, self-healing film that stubbornly resists erosion by splash or spray - including complete submersion in saltwater. It will slowly penetrate existing rust and corrosion, remove moisture and stop electrolysis. And then it seals moisture out. Unlike wax coatings, it will not dry out, stiffen or crack under stress. It will remain for hours on outdrives, even while underway!

Corrosion-X Aviation- CorrosionX Aviation takes corrosion control to a new level. Featuring the latest advances in Fluid Thin Film Coating (FTFC) Technology, it is specially designed to displace moisture, stop corrosion instantly and provide long-lasting protection.
Made in the USA, CorrosionX Aviation is qualified under Mil-C-81309E, Type II for application to airframes and is used extensively by the military.

Corrosion-X for Guns - Cuts through stubborn bore deposits for easier, more thorough cleaning Decreases fouling, even after hundreds or thousands of rounds. Lubricates and protects mechanisms and bores even better and longer than products fortified with Teflon* Ideal for semiautomatics and automatics. Sticks to metal like a magnet to prevent rust ... even in the rain

ReelX -ReelX is the new, hi-tech, extreme-pressure lubricant that stops and prevents wear, corrosion and rust. It contains no wax, tar, silicone or other solids; So It Can't Gum-Up. Outperforms all other lubricants, displaces moisture, and WON'T HARM MONOFILIMENT

SpeedX – SpeedX Works under heavy loads and high temperatures. Actually polar bonds to the metal surface and will not sling off. Penetrates into sealed bearings. Oils normally used for lubrication are displaced by moisture and their effectiveness is lost. Even under the best circumstances, they don't last very long. Not so with SpeedX. It actually polar bonds to metal and hugs it like a magnet. SpeedX releases the surface tension of moisture, displaces it and maintains a fantastic lubricating capability.

RejeX - RejeX SPACE AGE PROTECTION FOR YOUR CAR, TRUCK, BOAT, RV, AIRPLANE & MOTORCYCLE
RejeX is a thin-film polymer coating designed to provide a high-release surface. This very thin film – less than a micron thick – prevents stains and adhesion of common contaminants such as exhaust, bugs, oil, tree sap, bird droppings, road grime, brake dust, etc. It also makes graffiti easy to remove and can be applied to windshields to repel rain. It’s easy to apply and produces a deep, lustrous shine that outlasts the most popular waxes by months.