Electronic Automotive Corrosion Inhibitor
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Warranty 10 years (new cars) 5 years (used cars), $440 incl. GST.
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Electronic Rust Protection:
- No harmful chemicals
- No sprays
- Non toxic
- No holes needed during installation
- Easily transferable
- No maintenance
- Protects up to 95% of your vehicle
- Latest advanced technology
- No touch-ups or re-application required
- Totally safe and environmentally friendly
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With the introduction of Rust-Gard the new front line of electronic automotive rust protection has arrived. Through a unique and scientifically proven design, Rust-Gard is the safe and affordable way to rustproof your vehicle.
Long-term corrosion protection is a key factor for the value retention of your vehicle.
Benefits of Electronic Rust Proofing
- Higher resale value.
- A properly cared for car with no rust will achieve a far higher resale or lease-end value than a well-cared for car that exhibits signs of rust.
- A cleaner car.
- Air-borne dust will no longer be attracted to your car.
- Eliminate static shocks from your car.
- Suffer no more pain during dry weather.
- A better looking car.
- Rust is unsightly.
- A safer car.
- Structural components can fail due to excessive rusting.
- Keep your car longer
- A car with rust will not last as long as a rust-free car.
- Not even scratches will rust!
Eliminate Static Shocks
In 95% of cases, static shock is completely eliminated. In those rare cases where it is not completely eliminated, it is reduced to be barely noticable.
How Rust Protection Works
Rust is the result of the corrosion of iron and steel. Iron is produced from iron ore. Iron is created by heating iron ore, and steel is produced by combining iron ore, carbon and other selected metal alloys. Iron has a tendency to return to its natural form of iron oxide or rust.
To understand how rust is created, consider the chemical reaction in a battery:
A carbon rod (called the cathode) is surrounded by a zinc case called the anode. When a wire is connected to the outside of the battery through the two terminals, current flows between two metals through an electrolyte (electricity conducting paste). Not only does current flow from the zinc case to the carbon pole, but particles of zinc are eaten away (corroded) and deposited on the carbon pole, through molecular movement. A similar occurrence happens on your car's metal surfaces. Miniature "batteries" are formed all over by:
- Two different metals near or touching one another (Eg. seam welds).
- Impurities within the metal causing localized areas of differing electrical potentials all over its surface.
Different concentrations of oxygen in metal, causing localized areas of differing electrical potentials across the surface. In order for these "batteries" to operate they must have an electrolyte. Water is a suitable electrolyte - even humid air will work. If the moisture contains acids (usually from air pollution or salt from the ocean or road) the electrolyte conducts electricity very efficiently, speeding the corrosion process. An automobile is exposed to these conditions through:
- Humid or Salt Laden Air.
- Rain and snow.
- Condensation.
- Pockets of dirt that hold moisture from the rain or snow.
Rust-Gard uses a microprocessor controlled circuit to generate a negative electrical charge to your car's grounded body panels which in turn inhibits the forming of rust. Unlike conventional rust-proofing that is sprayed onto the underbody of your car, Rust-Gard protects all continuous metal panels throughout the car.
Rust-Gard is particularly effective in reducing rust and corrosion formed when the underbody of your car receives nicks and cuts to the vehicle manufacturers own body sealant, during the course of its normal life.
Cars today have approximately 3,000 welds. Welds and their immediate vicinity are the areas most vulnerable - and are the areas hardest to protect with conventional rust-proofing treatments. Rust-Gard is the only practical method to protect all the continuous metal throughout your car, including the inner cavities.
Through innovative design, Rust-Gard works especially well in humid and harsh environments - the times when your automobile will need it most. Rust-Gard has been manufactured to reduce rust and corrosion from both the outside and inside of your car.
Other Systems
Conventional rust proofing (also referred to as chemical rust proofing) consists of a physical barrier that is sprayed onto the underside of the car. The chemical used inhibits the "battery effect" mentioned above and therefore prevents rust. The problem is that the only parts protected are those completely covered by the chemical. If, for example, you get a scratch in the paintwork of the car, it will start to rust. Also, if the chemical is removed from an area (eg. by a tree branch touching the underside of the car) the protection is removed from the area affected. Electronic rust protection protects the whole car.
Rust-Gard uses a Patent Pending method of operation called Pulsed Current design. The active principle that delivers Rust-Gard's impressive results is a high-frequency direct current charge to the entire automobile's metal frame work and surface. Once installed, Rust-Gard delivers this charge many times a second for a pre-determined period of time, forming a protective coating of excess electrons. It is this coating which lessens the destructive oxidation and corrosion of your car's metals
Frequently Asked Questions
How difficult is it to install?
Not difficult at all. If you have sufficient skills to hang a picture, it will be no problem. It takes most people approximately 30 minutes. Car dealers install it in around 20 minutes.
I have a new car - why do I need rust protection?
Automotive manufacturers constantly work to improve cars, but rust still occurs. As iron will always strive to return to its natural state, rust is not likely to go away as a problem for cars.
My car has a galvanized body. Does it still need rust protection?
A galvanized surface is coated with zinc to protect against corrosion. It takes longer for this to start rusting, but it will still rust. First you get "white rust" (which is oxidation of the zinc), and then you get the red rust associated with iron oxide. Your car salesman may have said the "body" of the car has been galvanized. This does not include painted surfaces such as the roof, bonnet, doors, boot etc. If you get a scratch on the boot or anywhere on the galvanized surfaces you will still get rust.
Certain manufacturers claim their cars do not need rust protection. Is that true?
You will find that those claims are made by certain sales people in showrooms. We are not aware of any manufacturers claiming their cars are rust proof.
How does electronic rust protection compare to under body (chemical) rust proofing?
Electronic rust protection is better than chemical rust-proofing because electronic rust-proofing protects the entire automobile not just those areas where sprayed on sealant has reached. Additionally, electronic rust-proofing is not dependent on the quality or skill of a sprayed on applicator.
Will car-rust-protection interfere with my in-car entertainment system or drive computer?
No. car-rust-protection has been tested and complies with international standards regarding EMC, EMI and RFI properties.
Why don't manufacturers install this during manufacturing?
Because it is a great source of income for their dealer network. Dealers charge upwards of $450 per installation. Manufacturers depend on their dealer networks and will not do something that will cut this additional profit for them.
Will it work on a car that is already rusty?
Yes, but it will not reverse rust that has already been formed.
Will car-rust-protection stop scratches from rusting?
Yes.
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