PLASITE® 3070
Meets FDA Requirements
Formerly PLASGUARD 3070
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
A bake coating using an unmodified phenolic resin with superior PHYSICAL SPECIFICATIONS
resistance to acids and solvents. Conforms to many of the current
VOC regulations. Pigments: Titanium dioxide and inert pigments.
USES/APPLICATIONS Solids: 67% ± 2% by weight; 45% ± 2% by volume.
Tank lining for solvents, acids, hot water, food products
As a protective coating for machinery parts, filter press plates, Shelf Life: Estimated at 3 months at 70°F/21°C . Higher
fans, etc. temperatures reduce shelf life.
APPROVALS/CERTIFICATIONS Abrasion Resistance: 47.76 milligrams average loss per 1000
PLASITE 3070 meets the requirements of the U.S. Food and cycles, Taber CS-17 Wheel, 1000 gram weight.
Drug Administration, 21 CFR 175.300; and 3070 has been
accepted by the U.S. Department of Agriculture for use in Surface Hardness: Konig Pendulum Hardness of 173 seconds
direct food contact areas. (Glass Standard = 250 seconds); ASTM Method D4366-84.
CHEMICAL RESISTANCE Thermal Shock: Unaffected 5 cycles, minus
PLASITE 3070 is chemically resistant to a wide range of solvents, 70°F/-56°C to plus 200°F/93°C.
acids and alkalies.
Gloss: 27 @ 60°.
COLOR
PLASITE 3070 is offered in ivory (changing to Medium Tan after
baking). SURFACE PREPARATION
Steel � High Temperature and Immersion Service
PACKAGING All sharp edges shall be ground to produce a radius, and all
PLASITE 3070 is a single component product and is available in imperfections such as skip welds, delaminations, scabs, slivers, and
one and five gallon containers. slag shall be corrected prior to abrasive blasting. Skip welds shall be
welded solid.
FILM THICKNESS
3 coats will produce the recommended dry film thickness of 5 to 7 Degrease surface prior to sandblasting. Organic solvents, alkaline
mil/125-175 microns (approximately 1.5-2 mil/37-50 solutions, steam, hot water with detergents or other systems that will
microns DFT applied per coat). completely remove dirt, oil, grease, etc. may be used. Prebaking of
used tanks is required. Additional decontamination may also be
COVERAGE necessary.
The theoretical coverage of PLASITE 3070 is approximately 722 mil
2
ft /gal./65 sq.m. per 25 microns/gal. For estimating purposes, 108 Note: When PLASITE 3070 is to be applied to a used sulfuric
sq. ft./gal. or 9.7 sq.m./gal. will produce a 6 mil/150 microns film acid vessel, it is recommended that the surface be flushed with
(10% loss included). PLASKLEEN-A. Please contact Carboline Technical Service
Department for specific details and a product data sheet.
THINNERS
Complying with local VOC regulations may require application The surface shall be blasted to a SSPC SP-5/NACE NO.1 white
without additional thinner. If addition of thinner is required, PLASITE metal blast grade using a Venturi blast nozzle at 80 to 100 psi/5.5 to
Thinner #70 is recommended. 7 bars. Reference Joint Surface Preparation Std. SSPC SP-5/NACE
1, White Metal Blast Cleaning. A blast profile depth or “tooth� in the
Cleanup Thinner: Thinner #71 metal shall correspond to approximately 20 to 25% of the total film
thickness of the coating system.
VOC CONTENT
The blast media used shall be a natural abrasive, steel grit or slag
Thinned 15% by Volume with
grit (similar or equal to BLACK BEAUTY®). These abrasives shall be
Coating as Supplied
PLASITE Thinner #70
(Determined Theoretically) sharp with a hard-cutting surface, properly graded, dry and of the
(Determined Theoretically)
best quality. The blast media shall be of proper size to obtain the
specified blast profile depth and shall be free of all contaminants.
Color Lbs./Gal. g/L Lbs./Gal. g/L
Remove all traces of grit and dust with a vacuum cleaner or by
Ivory 2.96 +/- 2% 354 +/- 2% 3.37 +/- 2% 404 +/- 2%
brushing. Care must be taken to avoid contaminating the surface
Note: PLASITE 3070 applied as received complies with the with fingerprints or from detrimental material on the workers� clothes.
Texas Air Quality Regulation V in terms of 6.64 pounds of VOC
per gallon of solids. The surface temperature shall be maintained at a minimum of
5°F/3°C above the dew point to prevent oxidation of the surface.
STORAGE CONDITIONS The coating shall be applied within the same day that the surface
Store all components between 50-75°F/10-24°C in a dry area. Keep has been prepared.
out of direct sunlight. Avoid excessive heat and do not freeze. The
shelf life is 3 months in the original, unopened container.
104P
August 2003 replaces May 2003
To the best of our knowledge the technical data contained herein is true and accurate on the date of publication and is subject to change without prior notice. User must contact Carboline Company to
verify correctness before specifying or ordering. No guarantee of accuracy is given or implied. We guarantee our products to conform to Carboline quality control. We assume no responsibility for
coverage, performance or injuries resulting from use. Liability, if any, is limited to replacement of products. NO OTHER WARRANTY OR GUARANTEE OF ANY KIND IS MADE BY CARBOLINE,
EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, STATUTORY, BY OPERATION OF LAW, OR OTHERWISE, INCLUDING MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. Carboline® and Plasite® are
registered trademarks of Carboline Company.
PLASITE®3070
Meets FDA Requirements
WARNING! Compared to the low solids baking phenolics, the high solids
3070 will produce high film build per coat. Care should be taken not to
Aluminum
exceed the recommended final DFT of 5-7 mil/125-175 microns applied in a
Surface shall be clean and grease free with a blast produced blast profile
minimum of three separate coats (approximately 2 mil/50 microns per coat)
depth or “tooth� as described earlier under Steel. In addition, the blasted
with a 225-250°F/107-121°C intermediate bake for 30-60 minutes for each
surface shall be given a chemical treatment such as:
separate coat.
ALODINE 1200S available from Henkel Surface Tech
INSPECTION
IRIDITE 14-2 produced by MacDermid Incorporated Degree of surface preparation shall conform to appropriate specification as
outlined in SURFACE PREPARATION section. Film thickness of each coat and
OAKITE CRYSCOAT 747LTS and OAKITE CRYSCOAT ULTRASEAL
total dry film thickness of coating system shall be determined with a non-
produced by Oakite Products destructive magnetic gauge properly calibrated. Refer to PLASITE Bulletin PA
� 3, Section 3, for inspection requirements.
For immersion, blasting with sharp grit followed by the chemical surface
treatment is required.
RECOMMENDATIONS
Note: On metallic surfaces prepared only by chemical etching, the total
Apply only on a clean, sound, properly prepared substrate.
coating film thickness applied should be restricted to only half the film
Minimum ambient, material and surface temperatures are 50°F/10°C at
normally applied to blasted surfaces. This reduced film thickness should
the time of application.
be considered during selection of the coating for the service and the
type of surface preparation performed. Maximum ambient, material and surface temperatures are 100°F/38°C,
90°F/32°C and 100°F/38°C respectively at the time of application.
APPLICATION Relative humidity should be between 0 � 80%.
Substrate temperature should be 5°F/3°C above the dew point.
Spray
PRECAUTIONS
PLASITE 3070 is formulated for standard production spray equipment. All
PLASITE Thinner #2 or acetone is recommended for clean up of the
spray equipment shall be thoroughly cleaned and the hose, in particular, shall
PLASITE 3070 material.
be free of old paint film and other contaminants.
Before handling and application of this material consult the MSDS
sheets. As with any product, those handling PLASITE 3070 materials
Use standard production-type spray guns:
should employ proper safety practice. Hypersensitive persons should
wear protective clothing, gloves, and use protective cream on any
GUN FLUID AIR
exposed areas.
DeVilbiss JGA-510 E 797
When PLASITE 3070 is used as a tank lining or in an enclosed area
Binks #2001 66-SS 63-PB
circulation should be used during and after the installation. Circulation
Graco P800 04 02
can be discontinued once the material has cured. The ventilation
equipment should be capable of preventing the solvent concentration
When airless spray equipment is used, the recommended liquid pressure is
from reaching the lower explosion level for the solvents used. The
1500-1800 psi/103-124 bars with tip size from .015-.019 inches.
applicator should monitor the exposure levels or use MSHA/NIOSH
approved air respirators.
Air supply shall be uncontaminated. Adjust air pressure to approximately 50
NOTES
lbs. at the gun and provide 10-15 lbs./0.7-1 bar pot pressure. Adjust spray gun
Material Safety Data Sheets on PLASITE 3070 are available upon
by first opening liquid valve and then adjusting air valve to give approximately
request.
an 8-12 in./20-30 cm. fan holding perpendicular to the surface at a distance of
Specific information regarding the chemical resistance of PLASITE 3070
12 in./30 cm. Apply a “mist� bonding pass.
can be found by contacting Carboline’s Technical Service Department.
A staff of technical service engineers is available to assist with product
Allow to flash off for several minutes but not long enough to allow film to
application, or answer questions related to Carboline products.
completely dry.
Requests for technical literature or service can be made through local
sales representatives and offices worldwide.
Apply 2 to 3 crisscross multi-passes, maintaining a wet appearing film
(approximately 3-4 wet mil/75-100 microns). This will dry to approximately 1.5-
2 dry mil/37-50 microns.
SAFETY
Air dry with ventilation a minimum of 60 minutes prior to introducing heat.
READ THIS NOTICE
SAFETY AND MISCELLANEOUS EQUIPMENT
After the air-dry time has elapsed, the substrate temperature should be
increased at a time/temperature rate not to exceed 30°F/17°C every 30 For tank lining work or enclosed spaces, it is recommended that the operator provide
minutes until the intermediate baking temperature has been reached. Hold for himself with clean coveralls and rubber soled shoes and observe good personal
30 minutes. hygiene. Certain personnel may be sensitive to various types of resins which may
cause dermatitis.
After the substrate has cooled down to good applic ation temperatures,
THE SOLVENT IN THIS COATING IS FLAMMABLE AND CARE AS DEMANDED
prepare lining for succeeding coats.
BY GOOD PRACTICE, OSHA, STATE AND LOCAL SAFETY CODES, ETC. MUST
BE FOLLOWED CLOSELY. Keep away from heat, sparks and open flame and use
Repeat the above steps for each separate coat and intermediate bake. necessary safety equipment, such as, air mask, explosion-proof electrical equipment,
Three coats are recommended to attain a 5-7 mil/125-175 microns DFT. non-sparking tools and ladders, etc. Avoid contact with skin and breathing of vapor
or spray mist. When working in tanks, rooms and other enclosed spaces, adequate
After final intermediate bake, check coating for DFT and holidays. Repair ventilation must be provided. Refer to Plasite Bulletin PA-3. Keep out of the reach of
children.
as needed.
CAUTION - Read and follow all caution statements on this product data sheet,
Final bake at 375-400°F/190-204°C (400°F for sulfuric acid service) for 90 material safety data sheet and container label for this product.
minutes or until proper color has been attained.
This data sheet provides standard information on the coating and application
BAKING SCHEDULE procedure. Since varying conditions may not be covered, consult your local
Intermediate Coats sales representative or Carboline’s Technical Service Department for further
information.
30 minutes at 225-250°F/107-121°C (metal temperature).
Final Bake
1 1/2 hours at a minimum of 375-400°F/190-204°C (metal temperature).
For concentrated sulfuric acid service, a final bake at a minimum of
400°F/204°C is required.
Degree of final cure may be determined by comparing cured coating to
predetermined color sample panels. A panel depicting final cure is available on
request.
CAUTION! Overbaking between coats will result in loss of adhesion.
August 2003 replaces May 2003
To the best of our knowledge the technical data contained herein is true and accurate on the date of publication and is subject to change without prior notice. User must contact Carboline Company to
verify correctness before specifying or ordering. No guarantee of accuracy is given or implied. We guarantee our products to conform to Carboline quality control. We assume no responsibility for
coverage, performance or injuries resulting from use. Liability, if any, is limited to replacement of products. NO OTHER WARRANTY OR GUARANTEE OF ANY KIND IS MADE BY CARBOLINE,
EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, STATUTORY, BY OPERATION OF LAW, OR OTHERWISE, INCLUDING MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. Carboline® and Plasite® are
registered trademarks of Carboline Company.
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