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Intumescent Coatings
- Application Details
- VINNAPAS® EZ 3112 is designed as a binder for high performance intumescent paints.
- VINNAPAS® EZ 3112 is compatible with multivalent salts and other ingredients which are typically used for intumescent paints.
- Due to its low minimum film forming temperature of approx. 0°C VINNAPAS® EZ 3112 doesn’t need any coalescence aids for filming.
Properties
- Physical Form
- Typical Properties
- Specifications
- Properties
- Fire resistance classes up to F120 achievable
- Excellent adhesion to substrates such as structural steelwork
- Significant foam development and expansion
- Higher hydrophobicity than standard VAEs
- Supports formulations without coalescing solvents
- Suitable for formulating very-low-VOC (< 1 g/l) intumescent coatings
- Produced without the use of APEOs
| Value | Units | Test Method / Conditions | |
| Appearance of the Dispersion Film | Clear glossy | — | Visual |
| Density | approx. 1.05 | g/cm³ | DIN EN ISO 2811-1 |
| Electrolyte Stability | Very good | — | Specific method |
| Filler and Pigment Compatibility | Very good | — | Specific method |
| Minimum Film Forming Temperature | approx. 0 | °C | DIN ISO 2115 |
| Predominant Particle Size | approx. 0.4 | µm | Specific method |
| Protective Colloid (Emulsifier System) | Ionic and Non-ionic surfactants and polymer compounds | — | — |
| Surface of the Dispersion Film | Tack free | — | Specific method |
| Value | Units | Test Method / Conditions | |
| Dynamic Viscosity (at 23°C, Brookfield, spindle 3, 20 rpm) | 1800 - 4000 | mPa·s | DIN EN ISO 2555 |
| pH | 4.5 - 5.5 | — | DIN/ISO 976 |
| Solids Content | 49 - 51 | % | DIN EN ISO 3251 |
Packaging & Availability
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Storage & Handling
- Shelf Life
- 6 Months
- Storage Information
- When the dispersion is stored in tanks, proper storage conditions must be maintained. The product has a shelf life of 6 months starting from the date of manufacture if stored in the original, unopened containers at temperatures between 5 and 30°C.
- Iron or galvanized-iron equipment and containers are not recommended because the dispersion is slightly acidic. Corrosion may result in discoloration of the dispersion or its blends when further processed. Therefore, the use of containers and equipment made of ceramics, rubberized or enameled materials, appropriately finished stainless steel, or plastic (e.g. rigid PVC, polyethylene or polyester resin) is recommended.
- As polymer dispersions may tend to superficial film formation, skins or lumps may form during storage or transportation. Filtration is therefore recommended prior to utilization of the product.
Preservation for Transport, Storage and further Processing
- The product is adequately preserved during transportation and storage if kept in the original, unopened containers. However, if it is transferred to storage tanks, the dispersion should be protected against microbial attack by adding a suitable preservative package. Measures should also be taken to ensure cleanliness of the tanks and pipes. In unstirred tanks, a layer of preservative-containing water should be sprayed onto the surface of the dispersion to prevent the formation of unwanted skin and possible attack by microorganisms.
- The thickness of this water layer should be < 5 mm for low viscosity dispersions and up to 10-20 mm for high viscosity products. Proper procedures - periodic tank cleaning and sanitization - must be set up in order to prevent microbial attack. Contact your biocide representative/supplier for further plant hygiene recommendations.
- Measures should be taken to ensure that only clean air enters the tank when the dispersion is removed. Finished products manufactured from polymer dispersions usually also require preservation.
- The type and scope of preservation will depend on the raw materials used and the anticipated sources of contamination. The compatibility with other components and the efficacy of the preservative should always be tested in the respective formulation. Preservative manufacturers will be able to advise you about the type and dosage of preservative required.