53015000 - Arcair Protex Original Anti-Spatter Compound 5 Gallon Pail

Keep Your Work Clean and Professional

Every welder knows the frustration of finishing a perfect bead only to spend the next twenty minutes grinding away stubborn spatter BBs from the surrounding metal. With Arcair Protex Original Anti-Spatter Compound, you can say goodbye to that wasted time and effort. This 5-gallon pail is perfect for busy shops that want to keep their projects looking pristine and their workflow moving fast. Simply brush or spray this compound onto your workpiece, clamps, and table before you strike an arc, and watch as spatter bounces off or wipes away effortlessly when you're done.

Protex Original is designed to be as welder-friendly as possible. It is non-flammable, so you don't have to worry about flare-ups or safety hazards near your hot work. It's also non-toxic and doesn't produce harsh fumes, making your breathing zone safer. One of the biggest advantages for custom fabricators and auto body pros is that it is 100% silicone-free. This means if you plan to paint, powder coat, or prime your project afterwards, you won't run into adhesion issues. Just rinse or wipe the part down, and it's ready for the paint booth.

Whether you are MIG welding mild steel frames or working on critical stainless steel parts where surface finish matters, Protex Original has you covered. It also works wonders for protecting your MIG gun nozzle and contact tips from clogging up, helping you maintain a smooth wire feed and consistent arc. The bulk 5-gallon size ensures you have plenty of product on hand for big jobs, allowing you to refill your spray bottles or dip containers whenever needed. Protect your gear, save your time, and produce cleaner welds with the trusted performance of Arcair.

Application and Cleanup

Using Protex Original is straightforward. Apply a thin, uniform coating to the areas adjacent to the weld joint. There is no need to saturate the metal; a light layer creates an effective barrier. After welding, the compound—and the spatter sitting on top of it—can be wiped away with a cloth or rinsed with water. It protects your expensive fixtures and clamps from getting crusted with spatter, extending the life of your tools and ensuring your fit-ups remain accurate job after job.