XCP PressGuard - Corrosion Protection Fluid for the Printing Press
XCP™ Press Protection products : Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is it?
XCP™ Press Protection products are ready to use corrosion protection fluids 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™ Press Protection products are recommended by 
and comply fully with the recommendations of all OEM's, including WIFAG, KBA, etc.
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™ Press Protection products are 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™ Press Protection products 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™ Press Protection products are 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™ Press Protection products 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™ Press Protection products – using the FOGRA testing specification for resistance to solvents.
One exception is the material EPDM. If this material is left in contact with XCP™ Press Protection products over a 24 hour period, it will show significant signs of weight and volume gain.
XCP™ Press Protection products 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™ Press Protection products 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™ Press Protection products have 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.