Insta-Blak 333 GEL is a slower-acting blackening process for steel and ferrous metals. This gel-based solution is ideal for simple swab-on vertical applications, touchups, and the user who prefers a slower blackening reaction. One gallon of un-diluted Insta-Blak 333 GEL can coat up to 100 sq. ft. of steel parts.
PLEASE NOTE: Orders ship within 3 business days.
Due to the hazardous nature of this product, we are not able to expedite it.
Health Hazard
Irritant
How to Use Insta-Blak 333 GEL
Insta-Blak 333 GEL is a no-run, no-drip black finish designed for vertical applications, steel panels, and quick touchups. It's ideal for users who desire a slower chemical reaction.
Use Insta-Blak 333 GEL to:
Coat metal items and vertical surfaces with a black finish
Achieve a smooth finish with no drips or runs
Blacken architectural surfaces such as steps, framing, and railings
Touch up scratches or imperfections
Finish furniture, metal artwork, or sculptures
Blacken re-machined black oxide surfaces
Retain an item's original structure and dimensions
Meet AMS 2484A requirements
Blacken steel and ferrous metals
Getting Started with trial kit
How to Use Insta-Blak 333 GEL
Insta-Blak 333 GEL is a no-run, no-drip black finish designed for vertical applications, steel panels, and quick touchups. It's ideal for users who desire a slower chemical reaction.
Use Insta-Blak 333 GEL to:
Coat metal items and vertical surfaces with a black finish
Achieve a smooth finish with no drips or runs
Blacken architectural surfaces such as steps, framing, and railings
Touch up scratches or imperfections
Finish furniture, metal artwork, or sculptures
Blacken re-machined black oxide surfaces
Retain an item's original structure and dimensions
Meet AMS 2484A requirements
Blacken steel and ferrous metals
Getting Started with trial kit
Customer Questions
Product Attachments
Where can I find the product literature: SDS and TDS?
The product literature: SDS, TDS, Sales Brochure, User Guides, and all other extras can be found under the "Product Attachments" tab.
Can EPi process parts for me?
NO! EPi is not a plating shop. However, EPi's staff would be more than happy to process a few small sample parts for you. We actually prefer it that way, so that you can see exactly how the finishing looks on your...
Are there distributors of EPi products near my location?
Please call EPi at 262-786-9330 or email: us-sales@epi.com.
When will my order ship?
Please see each individual product page for more information on the availability of each item. We try to process and ship non-sample orders in 3 business days. Samples and Trial Kits have a 5 business day lead time to process and ship. Also, after...
How do I track my order?
Click the "Login" link at the top right-hand side of our site to track your order. If you do not have an account with us just give us a call at 262-786-9330 or email: sales@epi.com.
How do I return a product?
We usually do not accept chemical returns but feel free to call us at 262-786-9330 or email: sales@epi.com to discuss your situation.
How do I create an account?
Click the "Login" link at the top right-hand side of site.
Does EPi ship to international countries?
EPi's ecommerce site cannot accept online online orders from outside the continental United States.
To place an order for shipment to Alaska, Hawaii, Puerto Rico, or an international country, please call 262-786-9330 or email sales@epi.com.
What is black oxide?
Black oxide is a blend of caustic, oxidizers, and additives that is used on ferrous metals. There are three types of metal blackening: hot, mid, and room temperature blackening. EPi was the first company to offer all three processes.
...
What makes EPI’s black oxide and metal-blackening processes better?
Insta-Blak processes do not produce smutty rub-offs like other room-temperature products. Our Ultra-Blak products are premium-grade black oxide, and Kool-Blak does not produce a smutty rub off like other mid-temperature processes. They are easy-...
What are the advantages of black oxide and metal blackening?
Ultra-Blak:
Produces true black oxide finish Fe3O4 magnetite finish
Abrasion resistance
Corrosion protection
Meets military spec MIL-DTL-13924D and AMS 2485H
Blackens faster than other hot black oxides
Less sludge generation ...
What can black oxide be used for?
Black oxide can be used on a wide variety of metals. Examples of specific products that can be blackened with black oxide are listed below.
Locks
Automobile and motorcycle parts
Machine parts
Power tools
Hardware and electornic hardware...
Who uses black oxide?
Large companies such as lock manufacturers or auto manufacturers use black oxide on a large-scale basis to blacken metal parts. Black oxide can also be used by the home hobbyist who would prefer to blacken just a few items. Below are some of the major...
How is black oxide applied?
Hot- and mid-temperature black oxide is applied through a seven-step process.
Clean and degrease metal parts
Rinse metal parts
Hydrochloric acid
Rinse metal parts
Blacken parts in boiling solution (hot: approximately 285 F°, mid: no boiling, 225...
What types of metal can you blacken with hot or room-temperature black oxide ?
Steel
Stainless steel
Cast iron
Copper
Brass
Cadmium
Zinc
Nickel
Electroless nickel
Please, make sure you select the correct product for your needs as one product cannot blacken all types of metal.
Where can I find the product literature: SDS and TDS?
The product literature: SDS, TDS, Sales Brochure, User Guides, and all other extras can be found under the "Product Attachments" tab.
Can EPi process parts for me?
NO! EPi is not a plating shop. However, EPi's staff would be more than happy to process a few small sample parts for you. We actually prefer it that way, so that you can see exactly how the finishing looks on your...
Are there distributors of EPi products near my location?
Please call EPi at 262-786-9330 or email: us-sales@epi.com.
When will my order ship?
Please see each individual product page for more information on the availability of each item. We try to process and ship non-sample orders in 3 business days. Samples and Trial Kits have a 5 business day lead time to process and ship. Also, after...
How do I track my order?
Click the "Login" link at the top right-hand side of our site to track your order. If you do not have an account with us just give us a call at 262-786-9330 or email: sales@epi.com.
How do I return a product?
We usually do not accept chemical returns but feel free to call us at 262-786-9330 or email: sales@epi.com to discuss your situation.
How do I create an account?
Click the "Login" link at the top right-hand side of site.
Does EPi ship to international countries?
EPi's ecommerce site cannot accept online online orders from outside the continental United States.
To place an order for shipment to Alaska, Hawaii, Puerto Rico, or an international country, please call 262-786-9330 or email sales@epi.com.
What is black oxide?
Black oxide is a blend of caustic, oxidizers, and additives that is used on ferrous metals. There are three types of metal blackening: hot, mid, and room temperature blackening. EPi was the first company to offer all three processes.
...
What makes EPI’s black oxide and metal-blackening processes better?
Insta-Blak processes do not produce smutty rub-offs like other room-temperature products. Our Ultra-Blak products are premium-grade black oxide, and Kool-Blak does not produce a smutty rub off like other mid-temperature processes. They are easy-...
What are the advantages of black oxide and metal blackening?
Ultra-Blak:
Produces true black oxide finish Fe3O4 magnetite finish
Abrasion resistance
Corrosion protection
Meets military spec MIL-DTL-13924D and AMS 2485H
Blackens faster than other hot black oxides
Less sludge generation ...
What can black oxide be used for?
Black oxide can be used on a wide variety of metals. Examples of specific products that can be blackened with black oxide are listed below.
Locks
Automobile and motorcycle parts
Machine parts
Power tools
Hardware and electornic hardware...
Who uses black oxide?
Large companies such as lock manufacturers or auto manufacturers use black oxide on a large-scale basis to blacken metal parts. Black oxide can also be used by the home hobbyist who would prefer to blacken just a few items. Below are some of the major...
How is black oxide applied?
Hot- and mid-temperature black oxide is applied through a seven-step process.
Clean and degrease metal parts
Rinse metal parts
Hydrochloric acid
Rinse metal parts
Blacken parts in boiling solution (hot: approximately 285 F°, mid: no boiling, 225...
What types of metal can you blacken with hot or room-temperature black oxide ?
Steel
Stainless steel
Cast iron
Copper
Brass
Cadmium
Zinc
Nickel
Electroless nickel
Please, make sure you select the correct product for your needs as one product cannot blacken all types of metal.
Please, mind that only logged in users can submit questions
THE BLACKENING PROCESS: INSTA-BLAK 333
For the longest-lasting, deepest, and cleanest black finishes, we recommend the following blackening process. Please read all safety data sheets and technical data sheets prior to beginning a project.
Soils such as cutting oils, coolants, lubricants, and rust inhibitors must be removed from the metal workpiece. Soils can inhibit the blackening process and negatively affect coating adhesion and appearance. Clean the parts prior to beginning the blackening process.
Recommended Cleaning Products:
E-Kleen SR 148-E is an aqueous alkaline soak cleaner that removes carbon smut from steel and metal parts, resulting in better adhesion and brighter finishes. It’s ideal for soak cleaning.
