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Identification & Functionality
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Features & Benefits
- Ready-to-Use Product Features
- Features
Ceramic particle loading significantly enhances the dynamic chemical performance of the CeRam-Kote 2000 system. Total performance characteristics of CeRam-Kote 2000, both chemical and mechanical, are significantly better than liquid epoxy, fusion-bond epoxy and other high performance coating systems. CeRam-Kote 2000 protects by binding ceramic particles to a unique resin system, thus creating an encapsulating ceramic shell. Each ceramic particle is resin coated and becomes tightly packed in the cured film. CeRam-Kote 2000 is a tough barrier coating for internal immersion service that is highly cross-linked to provide superior chemical resistance. The coating may be force-cured with heat for enhanced performance in extremely harsh environment. CeRam-Kote 2000’s direct-tosubstrate one-coat, two-pass system translates to increased production efficiency and significantly reduced down-time, essential in industry today. CeRam-Kote 2000 is available in white and gray. The CeRamKote 2000 formula has an ABS Certificate of Design Assessment #05-HS487406-PDA.
Applications & Uses
- Applications
- Application Method
- Cure Method
- Suggested Uses
- Internals in Tanks
- Hydrocarbon Service
- Harsh Chemical Environments
- Blow Out Preventers
- Petrochemical Environments
- Secondary Containment
- Clarifiers
- Non-UV Areas
- Wastewater Treatment Pumps
- Internals in Valves
- Wastewater Treatment Lift Stations
- Fuel Tanks
- Internals in Vessels and Piping
- Brine Tanks
- Number Of Coats
One coat, two passes, with each pass 6-8 mils (150-200 microns) WFT
- Dry Film Thickness
CeRam-Kote 2000® should be applied holiday free at a minimum of 10 mils (250 microns) DFT with a maximum thickness of 15 mils (375 microns) DFT.
- Cure Time
A two-pass film of 8-10 mils DFT (200-250 microns) air dries to a dry touch finish within five (5) hours at 72°F (22.2°C) and dries to a 70% cure in fourteen (14) hours. Cure times lengthen at lower temperatures and shorten at higher temperatures. The coating should be fully cured before placing into service.
- Surface Preparation
Bonding strength depends on proper preparation of the surface to be protected for long-term performance of the product. The substrate should be free of oil, grease and salt/chloride contamination. Specifications call for a white metal (NACE 1, SSPC-SP5, Swedish Standards SA-3) finish with a 2.0- 2.5 mil (50 - 62.5 microns) anchor profile. Surface preparation should be no less than a near white metal (NACE 2, SSPC-SP10, Swedish Standards SA 2 ½) finish. Cleanliness is the most important step to produce a coated surface that will perform and last. Call CERAM-KOTE® COATINGS INCORPORATED for surface preparation recommendations of materials such as aluminum, brass, plastic, fiberglass and/or concrete.
- Mixing Ratio
Four (4) parts of Part A to one (1) part of Part B by volume. Seven (7) parts of Part A to one (1) part of Part B ratio by weight.
- Mixing
CeRam-Kote 2000® contains a high loading of ceramic particles which must be placed into full suspension with the resin prior to application. CeRam-Kote 2000® is packaged in two cans, Part A (base) and Part B (curing agent). Shake Part A (base) with a Cyclone air-powered shaker or mix Part A with a paddle mixer until all ceramic powders are suspended in the resin. Time required to place ceramics into suspension varies according to temperature and length of material storage time. At 72°F (22.2°C), generally a four (4) to six (6) minute shake will place the ceramic powders into suspension. Regardless of time needed, shake all ceramic material into suspension prior to proceeding. Failure to properly mix will keep CeRam-Kote 2000® from performing or curing properly. Check the can to assure all solids are in suspension prior to proceeding to the mixing step. Combine Part A (base) and Part B (curing agent) and stir again until both parts are thoroughly mixed
- Pot Life
Pot life for CeRam-Kote 2000® at 72°F (22.2°C) is approximately one (1) hour. Colder temperatures will increase the pot life and warmer temperatures will decrease the pot life.
- Thinning
Adjust viscosity with small amounts of MEK, Acetone, Toluene or Xylene. Maximum recommendation of 15%.
- Application
Recommended application equipment (equivalent equipment may be substituted): Airless Spray: Conventional Spray: Pressure = 2,800 – 3,000 psi Gun = Binks 2001 or similar Hose = 3/8” ID Fluid Nozzle = 68 (2.8 mm orifice size) Tip = 0.021” to 0.027” Air Nozzle = 68PB Filter = 30 mesh Atomization Pressure = 40 psi Reduction = as needed up to 10% by volume Fluid Pressure = 30 psi Reduction = as needed up to 15% by volume Brush: Roller: Natural bristle Cover = ½” lambs wool Reduction = Not recommended Reduction = Not recommended Damp or oil contaminated surfaces should always be brushed, rolled or spray and backroll applied, working the paint film into contamination.
- Climate
Use CeRam-Kote 2000® only if the substrate temperature and ambient air temperature is above 40°F (4.4°C). No coating should be permitted when substrate is wet from rain or dew, when surfaces are less than 5°F (3°C) above the dew point and holding or when relative humidity is greater than 85%. Moisture will inhibit the catalyst reaction and CeRam-Kote 2000® will not cure or perform properly
- Holiday Detection
CeRam-Kote 2000® is classified as a thin-film coating and should be tested for defects and holidays using a 67½ volt, wet sponge spark detector set at 80,000 ohms resistance, such as a Tinker and Rasor model M-1.
- Cleanup
Purge and clean spray equipment within thirty (30) minutes of the final spray. Flush equipment with CeRam-Kote® Thinner 1 or CeRam-Kote® Thinner 3 until solvent sprays clear. Disassemble and clean equipment to manufacturer’s recommendations. Material left in spray equipment will solidify and damage equipment. Use precautionary measure applicable to any catalyzed material.
Properties
- Physical Properties
| Value | Units | Test Method / Conditions | |
| Adhesion ( elcometer pull-off) | min. 2,400 | psi | ASTM D4541 |
| Abrasion Resistance(Tabor Test 1,000 cycles, CS 17 wheel, 1kg) | 37.3 | milligrams loss** | ASTM D 4060 |
| Flexibility (Conical Mandrel Bend at 24°C, elongation) | 11.0 | % | ASTM D 522 |
| Impact Strength | 1.47 | joules | ASTM G 14 |
| Dielectric Strength | 2500.0 | vols/mil | ASTM D 149 |
| Static Coefficient of Friction (mean static friction value) | 0.187 | — | ASTM D 4518-90 |
| Salt Spray (at 1000 hours ) | Pass | — | ASTM B117 |
| Water Vapor Transmission | 0.157 | grains per sq.ft per hour | ASTM E96 |
| VOC (Volatile Organic Compounds, calculated value)) | 89.0 | g/litre | — |
| Volume Solids (calculated value) | 81 - 83 | — | — |
| Weight Solids (calculated value) | 91 - 95 | % | — |
| VOC | 0.74 | Ib/gal | — |
Storage & Handling
- Shelf Life
Keep cans out of direct sunlight to prevent heat buildup. Preferred storage/usage is a dry enclosed area under 85°F (29°C) /used within two (2) years.
- Repairs
If application of the coating is less than seventy-two (72) hours old and has not been exposed to contamination, repair by wiping with CeRam-Kote® Thinner 1 or CeRam-Kote® Thinner 3 and then re-apply CeRam-Kote 2000®. If contaminated or more than 72 hours old, first sand with appropriate grit sandpaper, then repeat repair process.