XCP PressGuard - Corrosion Protection Fluid for the Printing Press
XCP™ Pressguard: Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is it?
XCP™ Pressguard is a ready to use corrosion protection fluid for direct and easy application on the printing press.
2. Where should it be applied?
All machine parts where corrosion protection is required, including:
- All printing cylinders (impression cylinders, blanket cylinders, etc.)
- Roller Shafts,
- Side Frames,
- Etc.
3. Does it have OEM approval?
XCP™ Pressguard is approved by Koening & Bauer (KBA) and complies with the recommendations of MAN Roland.
Most press manufacturers do not issue a list of approved corrosion protection oils and as such ask that their customers consult with their suppliers to provide evidence to support the products they wish to use.
XCP™ Pressguard is proven to provide superior corrosion protection and longevity compared to any other products found in the printing industry today.
4. How does it work?
Application of XCP™ Pressguard leaves a highly protective adsorbed film on target metal surfaces to guard against surface corrosion.
5. How is it applied?
Apply a liberal even coating with a clean wiper or brush to adequately cover the metal surfaces requiring protection.
To ensure optimum protection, weekly application is recommended as part of ongoing press maintenance, as is the use of corrosion approved press chemistry.
6. What metals does it protect?
XCP™ Pressguard is specially formulated to protect against corrosion and maintain all the major metals found in today's highly developed printing presses.
Target metals include:
- Grey cast iron
- Steel 100 Cr6 GKZ
- Steel ST37
- Steel BS 970
- Steel X20 Cr13
- Copper
- Brass
- Nickel
7. Can it be used as a lubricant?
No. XCP™ Pressguard must not be used as a substitute for lubricants
8. Does it affect rubbers and plastics?
Most of the rubber and plastic compounds found in today's printing presses are not affected by XCP™ Pressguard – using the FOGRA testing specification for resistance to solvents.
One exception is the material EPDM. If this material is left in contact with XCP™ Pressguard over a 24 hour period, it will show significant signs of weight and volume gain.
XCP™ Pressguard should not be applied to rubber or plastic surfaces. Any accidental contact with these should be wiped off using a dry wiper.
9. Does it affect printing plates?
XCP™ Pressguard should not be applied to printing plates. Any accidental contact with these should be wiped off using a dry wiper.
10. Can I use it on other equipment (other than the printing press)?
Yes. Although XCP™ Pressguard has been developed for use on printing presses, if applied correctly it will effectively protect against corrosion any metal surface as detailed in the target metals list above.