Berger Berger Red Oxide Zinc Chromate Primer

Berger Red Oxide Primer is formulated for interior and exterior use on ferrous metal and is not usually suitable for galvanized or nonferrous metals like aluminum, copper or brass. Ferrous metals contain iron. To confirm if your metal is ferrous or nonferrous, test it using a magnet. Ferrous metals are magnetic, and nonferrous metals are not. Berger Red Oxide Primer is an anti-corrosion coating, designed to stop rust formation. It can be applied directly over a rusty surface and is most ideal for exterior use. Red oxide primer can be coated with Berger 404, Rustpro or Machinery Enamel once dry

Features:
Excellent adhesion
Anti-rust protection
Performs well inside and out


Surface Preparation:

Ensure that all substrates are clean and free from grease or oil
A clean surface ensures proper adhesion of the primer
Remove all loose and flaking material by scraping with a paint scraper, wire brush or by sanding
For some metals, flame cleaning or grit blasting may be necessary


Application Procedure:

When applying red oxide primer, use a brush or a short pile roller Thinning is not required if applying by brush or roller
For airless sprayer thin primer 10% to 15% by volume with Berger No. 2 Reducer
Begin thinning with a little solvent and add more as needed until the right consistency is achieved
Spray red oxide primer onto the surface with a minimum working pressure of 2000 psi
Apply 1 coat to provide an adequate base coat to your metal
It becomes dry to touch in 15 mins, can be handled in 1 hour, and recoated in 4 hours.