ANTI-CORROSION SUBSTANCE AND METHOD

Abstract

An anti-corrosion substance configured for application to surfaces of materials to prevent corrosion of those materials and a method for applying the anti-corrosion substance to surfaces. In a preferred embodiment, the anti-corrosion substance is configured for being sprayed on a surface, but in other embodiments, the substance may be applied with a brush or roller. The present invention provides excellent adhesion and resists water, acids, salt brines, and other corrosive substances and elements.

Description

CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATION

This application claims priority in U.S. Provisional Patent Application No. 62/152,625, filed Apr. 24, 2015, which is incorporated herein by reference.

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

1. Field of the Invention

The present invention relates generally to substances for preventing corrosion, and particularly to anti-corrosion dispersant sprays.

2. Description of the Related Art

Metal corrosion is the gradual destruction of metals by chemical reactions with their environment. Exposure to oxidizing agents, such as oxygen, salt brine, acids, etc., commonly causes corrosion in metals. Some metals corrode merely from exposure to moisture in the air. Corrosion degrades useful properties of materials and structures including strength, appearance, and permeability of liquids and gases. Corrosion, such as rusting, can cause major dangers to the safety of vehicles and infrastructure. Degradation of reinforcement bars, or rebar, within concrete structures can cause significant damage to infrastructure, as well as corrosion of structures made entirely of metal. The present invention prevents corrosion with a dispersant spray substance which provides resistance to acids and other corrosive elements.

Heretofore there has not been available an anti-corrosion substance with the advantages and features of the disclosed subject matter.

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION

In the practice of an aspect of the present invention, an anti-corrosion substance is configured for being sprayed on a variety of surfaces, including painted surfaces. This embodiment provides excellent adhesion and creates a hydrophobic film. The anti-corrosion substance is considered non-flammable and provides resistance to water, salt brine, and acids to prevent corrosion of the substances it is applied to.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENTS

As required, detailed aspects of the disclosed subject matter are disclosed herein; however, it is to be understood that the disclosed aspects are merely exemplary of the invention, which may be embodied in various forms. Therefore, specific compositional and functional details disclosed herein are not to be interpreted as limiting, but merely as a basis for the claims and as a representative basis for teaching one skilled in the art how to variously employ the present invention in virtually any appropriately detailed structure.

In an embodiment of the present invention, an anti-corrosion substance is configured for being sprayed onto the surface of a material to resist corrosive substances. Alternatively, the anti-corrosion substance could be applied to a surface with a brush or roller. The anti-corrosive substance includes a mixture of solvents and saturated aliphatic hydrocarbons and provides excellent adhesion to a variety of surfaces, including painted surfaces. The composition of one embodiment of the invention includes 70-75% 1-bromopropane (CAS No. 106-94-5), <0.1% nitromethane (CAS No. 75-52-5), and <0.1% ethyloxirane (CAS No. 106-88-7). When applied, this embodiment of the invention creates a hydrophobic film, providing resistance to water, salt brine, acids, and other corrosive elements. This substance is inert, dielectric, and non-flammable, and it is able to cover more than 1,000 square feet per gallon. This embodiment can be used as a temporary coating because it can be removed with hot water pressure washing. This embodiment can be applied to painted vehicles and/or agricultural implements prior to being sold in order to protect from corrosion and preserve their appearances. The substance may also be used on other types of metal or concrete structures, such as bridges, buildings, etc.

It is to be understood that while certain aspects of the disclosed subject matter have been shown and described, the disclosed subject matter is not limited thereto and encompasses various other embodiments and aspects.

Claims

1. An anti-corrosion substance comprising:

solvents; and

saturated aliphatic hydrocarbons.

2. The anti-corrosion substance according to claim 1 comprising:

70-75% 1-bromopropane (CAS No. 106-94-5);

less than or equal to 0.1% nitromethane (CAS No. 75-52-5); and

less than or equal to 0.1% ethyloxirane (CAS No. 106-88-7).

3. An anti-corrosion treatment method comprising the steps of:

applying a mixture of solvents and saturated aliphatic hydrocarbons to a material subject to corrosion.

4. The anti-corrosion treatment method according to claim 3, which includes the additional steps of:

providing 70-75% 1-bromopropane (CAS No. 106-94-5);

providing less than or equal to 0.1% nitromethane (CAS No. 75-52-5); and

providing less than or equal to 0.1% ethyloxirane (CAS No. 106-88-7).