Additives to water for rust control?

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This has been discussed several times. Check out this topic:

Plasma water table anti-corrosion fluid options

There are some topics on this subject here I know but I’m starting a new topic as I’m still not clear on what my options are, especially when pertaining to what I can obtain in Europe (France). So a couple of thoughts to begin with; What is the purpose of the water additive? Is it just to stop your slats and steel parts rusting or is damage caused to the table and electronic components too by using water only? Is the intention to create a harmless (when atomised) solution that is alkaline, is…