TACAB Optima pickling paste is a pickling paste with an entirely new formula. The paste is virtually free from formation of toxic, nitric gases. The level of harmful nitrate and nitrite ions is also reduced..
Used for cleaning and passivating of welding joints and the heat affected zone (HAZ) for welded stainless steel constructions. Pickling paste is applied with a paintbrush. After pickling and generous flushing with water (high pressure), the corrosion resistance of the weld site is restored.
TACAB Optima pickling paste is sold in the following sizes of packages: 1kg
Properties:
·TACAB Optima develops less toxic gases than traditional pickling pastes.
·TACAB Optima pickling paste has a distinctive green color, making it easier to
see where it has been applied.
· The paste has a homogenous, jelly-like consistency. It has good adhesion and can be applied to vertical surfaces with no risk of runs or drying.
Working temperature interval is between +15° and +40°C.
Pickling times at 20 °C.
Stainless steel
45-90 minutes depending on type of welding method.
Acid resistant steels
60-150 minutes depending on type of welding method.
