ARMOR WRAP® 30G

Product Overview

All Armor Protective Packaging® products utilize our proprietary and time-proven ARMOR vapor corrosion inhibitor (VCI) Nanotechnology®. Oxidation occurs when an electrolyte (water, oxygen, etc.) is present on the surface of a metal. The corrosion process begins when electrons flow through the electrolyte from high energy areas (anode) to low energy areas (cathode) of the metal. ARMOR VCI blocks this reaction by passivating the surface and inhibiting the electrochemical current flow from anode to cathode. ARMOR VCI’s protective vapors adhere to a metal surface to form an invisible film only a few molecules thick to protect metal from attack.

ARMOR WRAP® 30G paper is a 37# total weight (paper and VCI Chemical) neutral pH, natural Kraft paper impregnated with Vapor & Contact Corrosion Inhibitor (VCI/VPI) formulation for ferrous and non-ferrous metals. ARMOR WRAP is designed for long-term storage of metals. ARMOR WRAP is both Sodium Nitrite and Calcium Chloride free.
Shelf Life & Storage of ARMOR VCI Products
When ARMOR WRAP® VCI paper sheets are stored properly (nested together and wrapped or in some sort of closed container), the shelf life is two years from the date of manufacture. Due to the way VCI is emitted from
the packaging material, ARMOR WRAP VCI paper rolls have a longer shelf life of up to three years when stored properly. VCI papers are hygroscopic (absorbs moisture from the environment) so it is important to store in original packaging or enclosed inside a container. After VCI paper has been exposed to the atmosphere for a period of 24 hours, please remove the outside layer of paper from a roll or the top four sheets from a stack of
cut sheets and dispose of them prior to using the rest of the product.

For best results, do not leave ARMOR VCI packaging out in an open environment, either indoors or outdoors. Keeping it in its original packaging or enclosed inside a container ensures that the vapors remain in the packaging. As temperature and humidity levels increase, the rate of the volatilization of the chemicals contained in the packaging also increases, reducing the effectiveness and longevity of the product. Product should be stored in a dry environment with temperatures between 40° – 110° F (5° – 43°C).

Note: While Shelf Life and Length of Protection are two separate characteristics of VCI packaging materials,
they are somewhat interrelated. Shelf Life refers to how long the unused VCI packaging material can be
stored prior to being put in use. Length of Protection refers to how long the VCI packaging materials provide protection once in use. In both cases the duration depends on the product’s storage conditions.

Reusability
ARMOR WRAP® is not recommended for re-use for three primary reasons:
1. The rate at which VCI chemical volatilizes out of the product into the surrounding environment when in use
2. The inability to properly track and monitor the amount of time the materials have been exposed to the environment
3. Potential contaminants on the packaging that can be transferred
For those instances when re-use is necessary, be sure the packaging is free of dirt, holes, or other contaminants. Once these factors appear, it is best to use new, clean ARMOR VCI packaging. It is also important to note that the length of time the packaging material has been exposed to the environment (especially high heat/humidity) will greatly impact the effectiveness of the product. Do not re-use VCI packaging more than two times. 

Please note, ARMOR cannot guarantee the amount of VCI that remains in the packaging upon re-use.

Length of Protection & Long-Term Storage
ARMOR VCI products are used to cover or wrap metal parts and surfaces. The continuous vaporization of this chemically treated packaging creates a safe, protective environment that effectively blocks out rust, corrosion
and oxidation. Typically, ARMOR VCI packaging will protect parts for approximately three years of corrosion-free storage when used properly in normal warehouse conditions. However, by following the guidelines, it is possible to lengthen this time-frame considerably. The key element in protecting parts for long-term storage is that the
part must be completely clean, prior to wrapping in ARMOR products. We recommend that parts be completely wrapped or enclosed in airtight packaging for best results and longest protection time.

ARMOR cannot control variable conditions such as temperature and humidity extremes, airflow, production and process methods, surface conditions of metal to be protected, customer employee training and other factors beyond our control, therefore it is impossible to guarantee a specific length of protection. Additionally, if warehouse conditions are expected to be severe (i.e. over 90 F and 75% RH) for any length of time, other methods of rust preventatives such as Dry Coat™ RP or desiccants, may be needed, in conjunction with VCI packaging. Successful long-term storage requires that all of these guidelines be met. It is important to test parts and packaging as extensively as possible, prior to conducting any long-term storage projects.

Feature

ARMOR WRAP® 30G is the global standard in corrosion inhibiting paper for both ferrous and non-ferrous metals. ARMOR WRAP VCI papers utilize our proprietary ARMOR VCI Nanotechnology®, and are essential to keeping your shipments, stored items, and in-process metals protected and corrosion-free for years. Vapor Corrosion Inhibitors (VCI) are a class of chemical compounds that emit rust-inhibiting vapors into an enclosed air space to prevent corrosion on metal surfaces.
ARMOR WRAP VCI papers are impregnated on BOTH sides, unlike most competitors’ one-sided products taking the guesswork out of the application process.

• Easy-to-Use: VCI-impregnated on both sides of paper
• Continuous Protection: up to three years standard
• Safe: non-hazardous, environmentally friendly
• Clean: no messy oils or grease – just wrap clean part
• Several Options: cut sheets, rolls and paper bags with wax, poly-coating and reinforcement.

Approved By/Conforms:

• FDA for use in equipment packaging
• Global OEM companies
• RoHS – REACH Compliant
• NACE Std TM0208-2008
• MIL-PRF-3420H and JIS Z 1535 Class 2