BECKOPOX™ EP 386W/52WA

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BECKOPOX™ EP 386W/52WA is an epoxy and epoxy derivative binder and resin from CASE Ingredients, featuring benzyl alcohol-free and VOC-free labeling. Designed with corrosion resistance, improved flexibility, and matte gloss capability, it caters to the automotive, construction, and coatings markets. Ideal applications include automotive OEM coatings, marine coatings, and industrial finishes on metal and plastic substrates.

Chemical Family: Epoxy & Epoxy Derivatives

End Uses: Epoxy Coating, Primer, Waterborne Coating

Compatible Substrates & Surfaces: Metal, Plastics

Features: Chemical Resistant, Corrosion Resistance, Corrosion Resistant, Excellent Hot Tire Pickup Resistance, Good Adhesion, Improved Chemical Resistance, Improved Flexibility, Matte Gloss Capable, Matting

Technical Data Sheet

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Identification & Functionality

CASE Ingredients Functions
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Features & Benefits

Distinguishing Features

BECKOPOX™ EP 386w is internally plasticized and therefore more flexible than BECKOPOX™ EP 384w. Pigments and fillers can be dispersed in BECKOPOX™ EP 386w.

Applications & Uses

Compatible Polymers & Resins
Compatible Substrates & Surfaces
Special Properties and Uses

Internally plasticized solid resin-Type 1-dispersion with improved shear stability, e. g. for water reducible fast drying anticorrosion primers and coatings for plastics.

Suggested Uses and Processing Information
  • BECKOPOX™ EP 386w is an internally plasticized type 1solid epoxy resin as aqueous dispersion.
  • Formulated together with adequate curing agents such as e. g. BECKOPOX™ EH 613w or VEH 2188w it is suited for corrosion protection primers with very good adhesion to most metallic substrates. It is also suitable for use in single coat and decorative systems for metallic substrates. For optimium corrosion protection it is recommended using 80% of the stoichiometric curing agent quantity.
  • Dispersion of pigments and fillers can be done in BECKOPOX™ EP 386w if the temperature does not exceed 40°C.
  • The formulated paint stability can be influenced by the additives used so that it is important to investigate their suitability thoroughly; such additves should not contain functional groups capable of reacting with epoxy groups.

MIXING RATIO AND POT LIFE

A blend of 100.0g BECKOPOX™ EP 386w/52WA 14.5g BECKOPOX™ EH 613w/80WA 22.5g deionized water has a pot life at 23°C of approx. 2.5 hours. It is necessary to use the material within the stated time limit. The substrate temperature should not be below 12°C and the relative humidity not above 80%.

Properties

Physical Form
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Density (20°C)approx. 1.08g/cm³
Flash Point (Pensky-Martens)min. 100°C
Dynamic Viscosity (100 s⁻¹, 23°C)300 - 1500mPa.s
Epoxy Equivalent (Solids)485 - 550g/mol
Epoxy Equivalent (Form of Delivery)900 - 1100g/mol
Non-Volatile Matter (125°C, 6min, 0.7 - 1.0g)50 - 54%
Non-Volatile Matter Analogue (1h, 125°C, 1g)50 - 54%

Packaging & Availability

Regional Availability
  • Africa
  • Asia Pacific
  • Europe
  • Latin America
  • North America

Storage & Handling

Shelf Life
270 Days
Storage and Handling
  • At temperatures up to 25°C storage stability packed in original containers amounts to at least 270 days.
  • It is important to protect BECKOPOX™ EP 386w from frost and direct sunlight; at low temperatures it has to be stored under frostproof conditions.
  • As a result of the high solids content of the product and the solid resin character of the polymer, the product tends to form a tiny skin upon foaming and temperature changes during storage. Therefore filtration of the product (without heating) before applied by the end-user is recommended. The viscosity of BECKOPOX™ EP 386w can drop during storage.
  • Lowest storage temperature: 5°C
  • When handling and processing epoxy resins and hardeners, the rules and regulations established by local authorities should be observed. A Material Safety Data Sheet is available on request.