Metal Deactivator Additive
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Metal Deactivators

Effective protection for copper and copper alloys

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Metal Deactivators - IRGAMET®

At A Glance

Our IRGAMET® Metal Deactivators suppress chemical attack on the surface of copper and copper alloys, as well as protecting copper surfaces from blackening upon exposure to sulfur-containing lubricants at high temperatures. They contribute to longer oil lifetime by passivating the metal surface and avoiding residues that act as catalysts for radical formation. 

Outstanding protection for copper and copper alloy surfaces
Global availability and supply network
Global registrations and regulatory support

Typical Applications

  • Driveline fluids
  • Industrial gear lubricants
  • Hydraulic fluids
  • Turbine lubricants (industrial and aviation)
  • Compressor oils
  • E-Mobility fluids
  • Refrigeration lubricants
  • Marine lubricants
  • Greases
  • Metalworking fluids
Typical applications with metal deactivators

 

Key Features & Benefits

What properties can our IRGAMET® Metal Deactivators offer for high performance lubricants?

Performance features

  • Excellent surface protection for yellow metals (e.g. copper), preserving equipment and reducing maintenance costs
  • Effective at very low treat rates for either oil-soluble or water-soluble applications
  • Exhibit synergism with IRGANOX® antioxidants, resulting in superior oxidation stability
  • Work well in combination with IRGACOR® corrosion inhibitors for full metal surface protection

Sustainability features

  • Equipment protection for increased lifetime
  • Increased lubricant durability for expanded drain intervals reduces waste and maintenance costs
  • Portfolio includes LuSC (EEL) listed products that can be formulated for environmentally sensitive applications

 

Discover our IRGAMET® Metal Deactivator portfolio

Oil-soluble metal deactivators
  • IRGAMET® 30
  • IRGAMET® 39
  • IRGAMET® SBT 75



Water-soluble metal deactivators

  • IRGAMET® 42
  • IRGAMET® BTZ
  • IRGAMET® TTZ
  • IRGAMET® TT 50

 

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