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GacoFlex® N-17 neoprene coating is a single component, air curing, liquid coating designed to yield an elastomeric film of high physical characteristics.

Product Type: 1K (1 component) Coating, Elastomeric Coating

Compatible Substrates & Surfaces: Concrete, Iron, Metal, Steel

Features: Acid Resistant, Alkali Resistant, Chemical Resistant, Durable, Good Weather Stability, Salt Resistance, Solvent Resistance

Application Method: Brush, Roller

Chemical Family: Polychloroprenes

Technical Data Sheet
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Identification & Functionality

Chemical Family
Consistency

Heavy bodied, but readily roller coated or brushed.

Features & Benefits

Applications & Uses

Application Method
Compatible Substrates & Surfaces
Cure Method
Usage
  • Intended as a maintenance coating for outstanding resistance to most chemical fumes and minor contact from spills. Not intended for immersion duty.
  • Neoprene coatings can also be used for durable, waterproof solutions for inflatable rafts.
Application

Apply by brush or roller in thickness of 16 to 24 wet mils. Can be thinned for cold weather, hot weather or application to rough or porous substrates. Dries at 70°F in three to four hours. Can be recoated when firm to touch. Use the Gaco Western primer E-5320 for steel, non-ferrous surfaces, concrete and masonry.

Properties

Physical Form
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Tensile Strength1000.0psiD412
Tensile Elongationmin. 300%D412
Tensile Permanent Set at Breakmax. 25%D412
Hardness (Cured)min. 85Shore AC836
Water Absorptionmax. 4%D471
Water Vapor Permeability (100% RH Difference, 7 Days, Room Temperature)max. 0.002perm inchesE96
Solids (By Weight)34.9%Method 4041 (Fed. Std. 141)
Solids (By Volume)22.9%Method 4041 (Fed. Std. 141)
VOC662.0g/l-
Flash Point45.0°FASTM D56 (Closed Cup)
Adhesion (With Appropriate Primer)20.0lbs.min./inchC836
Applied Product Data
  • Weatherability - Good.
  • Chemical Resistance - Excellent resistance to salts; good resistance to alkalis, non-oxidizing acids, gasoline spillage, lubricating oil; poor resistance to aromatic and oxygenated solvents.
  • Toxicity - Contains solvents that require normal precautions in handling materials of this type. The product label includes handling instructions. Non-toxic in applied film. Not for use in contact with edibles or potable water due to slight taste transfer.
  • Thinner and Cleaner - T-5112 Regular or T-5111 Fast

Regulatory & Compliance

Certification

Product certified for Low chemical emissions UlCOM/GC Ul 2818.

Storage & Handling

Storage Stability

One year from the date of manufacture in a sealed container when stored below 75°F.