Product Description:

 

This is Activator Type I formulated specifically for use with the “Dow 7”

 

conversion coating process for magnesium alloys.  Type I is chosen for

 

most wrought alloys, hog-outs, and weldments.  Being less aggressive

 

than Type II, it is formulated as the safer and easier-to-use activator option

 

when the aggressiveness of the Type II activator to overcome die casting skin

 

is not required.              

 

 

Specification & Certifications:

 

The coating produced by proper application of this solution along with the

 

Dichromate solution, conforms to SAE AMS-M-3171, Type III (formerly

 

MIL-M-3171, Type III), sometimes referred to as “Dow 7”. 

 

 

Application Notes:

 

Parts containing bearings, studs, and inserts of brass, bronze, steel, cadmium-

 

plated steel and aluminum may be treated using this activator. 

 

 

Precautions:

 

This formulation contains fluorides that are highly corrosive to skin

 

and bones.  Use only with appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE)

 

which includes neoprene waders, a chemical apron, neoprene gloves,

 

face shield, and either a fume hood or other suitable ventilation.

 

 

Click here to download Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)

 

 

Packaging/Size:

 

This Type I activator kit includes a 1-Gallon jug of Type I concentrate packed

 

in a 5-gallon screw top pail.  At time of use, 3 gallons of water are added to

 

the pail to which the 1-gallon jug of Type I activator is added.  This will make

 

a 4-gallon immersion bath which is generally large enough to handle most small

 

parts.  Immersion time is generally about 5 minutes in duration.  When the process

 

is complete, simply screw the lid on the pail and store for future use.