Pin Gage Set & Rust Prevention? | The Hobby-Machinist

Guys I pick up a Pin Gage set M2 - other day which few had little surface rust on them which I cleaned up best I could.Well having a set from .251-.500 there were a few to be cleaned and all was spray with some rust prevention.These have been stored in it original container but they still had some rust on them.What I was wondering guys is things such as pin gages,block gages,squares or anything that you want to stay rust free what do you do?Lets say these pin gages,my first thought is keep them lube up with something then is there something that can lay over the top of them that been soak this a lube spray say T9?What I did till I hear back from you guys,is I use a product here in pick,spray a rag then wipe them down.But I want to lay over the top a piece of brown paper sack over the top and soak it with the same spray.Since pin gages in hobby shop does not get used that much I just want a good plan for storing them and not open the box up find they are all rusty.What is ya'll plan How about VCI (anti-corrosion) paper. I save them anytime tools, etc, that I purchase comes with them. I keep a sheet inside my gauge block set. Not sure how good they work, I don't have any rust but then again where I live we don't have humidity issues.




In my drawers I have desiccant. I have the ones in metal cases that are "renewable", just bake them when they get full with moisture then reuse. I also save the disposable pouches of dessicant that come with things also but just the bigger pouches, I don't bother with the small ones. You can buy just the dessicant & use your own containers but the VCI paper would make more sense to keep inside the pin guage case.

Put a sheet of VPI or VCI paper (Vapor Phase Inhibitor, or Volatile Corrosion Inhibitor) in the box with your pins. Interestingly, it works better with bare steel than with oiled or otherwise protected steel.

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Get the best deals for Vpi VCI Paper at eBay.com. We have a great online selection at the lowest prices with Fast & Free shipping on many items! Go to the manufacturer's site to see what each type is best used for BEFORE making a purchase. Get the right ones for YOUR shop climate and YOUR metals. The stuff works great, just keep air from moving in and out of the container. It does, however, work pretty well with just a sheet laid over the tools in your tool boxes. It is very easy to use, no oily parts, and it lasts for a decently long time. Just make sure you use the correct stuff for what you are trying to protect. VPI and VCI chemicals are also sold as a powder product, often seen in little porous bags that come with parts or tools. They work best without oil or other rust inhibitors also being around.

Edit: Will beat me to it...

Second edit: https://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_from=R40&_trksid=m570.l&_nkw=vpi+vci+paper&_sacat=0

My Students often ask for suggestions about what AR Tools, Gauges, and Jigs they should buy. When I am asked this question its quite difficult for me to narrow down or compartmentalize a list due to the vast collection I have amassed. I promise my reluctance is not because I don’t want to help, it’s just a difficult task.

I try to buy every AR Tool, Gauge, and Jig available on the Civilian Market. I also collect U.S. Government M4/M16 Tools and Gauges. USGI Gauges and Tools are somewhat rare, very expensive, and collectible. My list will include alternatives to USGI options.

If certain Tools, Jigs, or Gauges are not available on a commercial market, I make them. I do this because having a variety allows me to select the best tools for certain jobs. My Students also get to use, hammer on, and wrench on the tools, so I get to see how well they hold up. Students can mess up a cheap tool right quick.

So here it goes. Remember, this list is geared towards the AR but many of these items can be used to service your other firearms. If I dont suggest something you own, please don’t take offense. This list is a guideline, not the The Good Book. There will be 4 levels:

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