PLASITE® 4100
Formerly PLASGUARD 4100
TYPE PHYSICAL SPECIFICATIONS
PLASITE 4100 is a vinyl ester resin combined with special curing system
Pigments: Inert fillers and flake.
and inert flake pigment to provide outstanding chemical and physical
properties. PLASITE 4100 meets the FDA requirements for 21 CFR
Pot Life: 1 1/2 to 3 hours in one gallon cans and 1 1/2 to 2 hours in five
175.300 and 177.2420.
gallon cans at 70°F to 90°F MATERIAL temperature. MATERIAL
INTENDED USE temperatures in excess of 90°F will significantly reduce pot life.
As a high chemical resistant, thick film for tank lining service and as a CAUTION! Do not attempt to extend pot life by mixing newly
maintenance coating for severe exposure. catalyzed coating into coating near the end of its pot life.
TEMPERATURE RESISTANCE Shelf Life: Approximately 4 months at 75°F. Cooler storage temperatures
Dry tests � 380°F/193°C continuous; limited short excursions to will increase shelf life. Storage at higher temperatures can result in
460°F/238°C acceptable. Wet temperature resistance depends upon substantially shorter shelf life.
concentration and reagent exposure.
Film Density: 82.3 lbs./ft3 0.27438 lbs./ft2 at 40 mils.
COLOR Charcoal gray.
Elongation: 1.7% using Method ASTM D638.
FILM THICKNESS
2 to 3 multi-pass spray coats will produce the 35 to 45 mils/875-1125 Shipping Weight: 12 lbs. per gallon kit.
microns dry film thickness range recommended for immersion service.
Consult Carboline Technical Service Department for any deviation to this Abrasion Resistance: Average loss per 1000 cycles Taber CS-17 Wheel,
film thickness. Refer to APPLICATION section. 1000 gram weight: 36 milligrams.
COVERAGE *Surface Hardness: Konig Pendulum Hardness of 134 seconds (Glass
PLASITE 4100 will cover approximately 960 mil. ft.2/gal. or 86.4 sq. m per Standard = 250 seconds); ASTM Method D4366-84.
25 microns/gal. This is a coverage obtained from field use on small jobs
and includes loss in can, spray loss, small amount of shrinkage, etc. Thermal Shock: Unaffected by minus 70°F to plus 200°F in 5 cycles, or
Application by conventional spray equipment may affect coverage. An 40°F to 380°F in 10 cycles.
approximate 20% reduction in coverage rate can be anticipated when using
conventional equipment. *Note: Above tests were conducted on film cured at 150°F.
VOC CONTENT (Determined Theoretically) CHEMICAL RESISTANCE
Superior chemical resistance to organic and inorganic acids, oxidizing
Thinned 5% by Volume with agents and salts.
Coating as Supplied
PLASITE Thinner #20
Lbs./Gal. g/L Lbs./Gal. g/L
Force Curing: Listed below are a few curing schedules that may be used
.50 ± 2% 60 ± 2% .78 ± 2% 93 ± 2% for time and work planning. Prior to raising the metal to the force curing
temperature, it is necessary that an air dry time of 2 to 5 hours at
RECOATING TIME temperatures from 70°F/21°C to 100°F/38°C be allowed. After the air dry
May be recoated after initial hardening which will occur normally in 3 to 10 time has elapsed, the temperature should be raised in increments of
hours depending upon the surface temperature. Following coating must be approximately 30°F/17°C every 30 minutes until the desired force curing
applied within 30 days. Each following coat must be diluted approximately metal temperatures are reached. Any moisture from condensation of any
2% to 5% with PLASITE Thinner #20. source will kill the cure on freshly applied coating before it reaches a “non-
tacky� stage.
Note: Previously applied coating exposed to an accumulation of 24 hours of
sunlight or surface temperatures in excess of 130°F/54°C may result in METAL CURING METAL CURING
intercoat disbondment. An applied coating film must be topcoated before an TEMPERATURE TIME TEMPERATURE TIME
accumulation of 24 hours exposure has occurred, or special procedures 72 Hrs 4 ½ Hrs
110°F/43°C 160°F/71°C
(such as shading with tarps) must be used. 36 Hrs 3 ½ Hrs
120°F/49°C 170°F/77°C
18 Hrs 2 ½ Hrs
130°F/54°C 180°F/82°C
THINNERS 10 Hrs 2 Hrs
140°F/60°C 190°F/88°C
Use PLASITE Thinner #20. 2% to 10%, by volume, thinning may be 6 Hrs 1 ¾ Hrs
150°F/66°C 200°F/93°C
needed to adjust coating for higher temperatures and various application
conditions. Topcoating of previously coated films will require the addition of
PACKAGING
2% to 5% thinner. Consult Carboline’s Technical Service Department for
1 gallon unit: 5 gallon unit:
unusual thinning requirements. See RECOATING TIME section.
1 one gallon can of Part A 1 six gallon partially filled pail of Part A
Cleanup Thinner: Thinner #71
1 one gallon can of Part B 1 five gallon pail of Part B
1 small container of Part C 1 small container of Part C
PRIMERS
1 small container of Part D 1 small container of Part D
For steel surfaces, coating is considered to be a “self-priming� system. Do
not apply PLASITE 4100 directly to concrete. See reference to fillers and
SURFACE PREPARATION
sealers in CONCRETE section.
Steel (High Temperature & Immersion)
All sharp edges shall be ground to produce a radius and all imperfections
CURING
such as skip welds, delaminations, scabs, slivers and slag shall be corrected
Curing Time: 10 days at 70°F/21°C or 7 days at 90°F/32°C. Although
prior to abrasive blasting. Skip welds should be welded solid.
coating may be applied at substrate temperatures as low as 60°F/16°C, the
Degrease surface prior to sandblasting. Organic solvents, alkaline solutions,
substrate temperature must be raised to at least 70°F/21°C within 12 hours steam, hot water with detergents or other systems that will completely
and held until coating surface is tack-free (approximately 10 hours) to avoid remove dirt, oil, grease, etc. shall be used. Used tanks may require additional
possible loss of cure. A minimum of 70°F/21°C surface temperature is decontamination.
required to obtain polymerization of this coating.
110P
January 2006 replaces August 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. Page 1 of 4
PLASITE®4100
The surface shall be blasted to SSPC SP-5/NACE No. 1 white metal blast The mixed coating shall be applied utilizing a multi-pass spray system. Apply
grade using a Venturi blast nozzle with 100 psi/7 bars. Reference Joint horizontal and vertical passes with 50% overlap. Special precautions are
Surface Preparation Std. SSPC SP-5/NACE 1, White Metal Blast Cleaning. required at overlaps and welds to eliminate excessive film build. Spray gun
A blast profile depth or “tooth� in the metal shall be a minimum of 4 mils as should be perpendicular to surface at all times, approximately 14 in/36 cm
determined by comparing Carboline’s 4000 Series Blast Comparator, using from surface. Coating may be overcoated after initial “set� which will occur
adequate light and magnification. The blast media used shall be properly normally in 3 to 6 hours at 70°F/21°C with proper ventilation. Initial “set� time
graded, clean, sharp angular abrasive similar to Humble abrasive flint S7 (6 will decrease as surface temperature increases. Refer to RECOATING TIME
to 30 mesh), steel grit (HG25), or BLACK BEAUTY® BB1040 to produce the section.
required blast depth. Remove all traces of grit and dust, as well as,
embedded abrasives with a vacuum cleaner and/or by brushing. Care should When physical contact (foot traffic, scaffolding, etc.) with the previously
be taken to avoid contaminating surface with fingerprints or from detrimental applied coating is required, a minimum of 10 hours at 70°F/21°C substrate and
material on the workers� clothes or atmospheric contamination. air temperature with ventilation is normally required before proceeding.
Previously applied coats must have reached a “non-tacky� state before being
The surface temperature shall be maintained at a minimum of 5°F/3°C above exposed to physical contact. This condition will occur in less time as surface
the dew point to prevent oxidation of the surface. The coating shall be temperature increases. Overcoating shall be performed as soon as possible to
applied within the same day that the surface has been prepared. Visible prevent contamination.
oxidation or condensation is not allowed.
LINING REPAIR
Severe Corrosive Environments � Splash & Fume Clean damaged area, removing all contaminants and loose coating.
Surface preparation is the same in the foregoing with the exception that Abrasive blast substrate to original specification where coating has been
NACE No. 2 or SSPC-SP10 near white metal blast may be used providing exposed to environment and where oxidation is evident. Feather the original
the anchor pattern as described above is achieved. coating not less than 2 in/5 cm from damaged area.
If new coating is physically damaged and has not been in service, repair as
Concrete show above. For repairing holidays, sand surface and brush apply proper
All concrete requires abrasive blasting to remove laitance and to provide a thickness of coating. Apply coating by brush or spray. Do not apply by brush
hard, firm, clean and fully-cured concrete surface. All concrete surfaces are on areas larger than 1 sq. ft/.093 sq. m.
required to be filled and sealed prior to application of PLASITE 4100.
Contact Carboline for recommendations. Warning: Contamination of previously exposed coating film may be
detrimental to adhesion of the repair and may affect life expectancy.
APPLICATION
Mixing (Note: this is a 4-component material) INSPECTION
Mix Part B into Part A using a mechanical high speed agitator, making sure all o Degree of surface preparation shall conform to appropriate specifications as
Part B is completely mixed with Part A. Maintain a good vortex while mixing unt outlined in SURFACE PREPARATION section.
a smooth liquid, free of any unmixed particles of pigment, is obtained
(approximately 15-30 minutes). After the pigments and liquid are thoroughly Metal temperature shall be recorded at least every 4 hours and before
mixed, add the entire amount of the measured liquid promoter (Part D). Mix application of coating. Humidity (wet bulb reading) shall be taken to ensure
completely. (no color streaking or residue of part D should remain on the that metal temperature is at least 5°F/3°C higher than wet bulb temperature.
container sidewalls). Allow to cool if material temperature increases, then add Dry bulb temperatures shall be recorded at the same time to ensure curing.
Part C and necessary amount of Plasite Thinner #20. Mix an additional three to
five minutes. For immersion service, a pinhole-free film is essential and testing with Tinker &
WARNING! The promoter (Part D) and the catalyst (Part C) must be Rasor Model AP-W or Stearns Model 14/20 or equivalent is required on final
separately mixed into the coating (Parts A&B). Any contact of unmixed Pa film. Use 4000 to 4500 volts. Allow a minimum cure of 48 hours at 70°F/21°C
C with Part D may lead to a fire or an explosion! or 36 hours at 90°F/32°C before holiday testing.
Continuous mixing during use is required. Part A, Part B and Part D may be
premixed up to 72 hours prior to adding Part C. Operator should wear face ma Dry film thickness shall be a nominal 40 mils/1000 microns with acceptable
during high speed mixing of the coating components. Avoid breathing dust. minimum at 35 mils/875 microns and maximum at 45 mils/1125 microns.
Refer to Plasite Bulletin PA-3, Section 3, for inspection requirements.
Spray SAFETY
Conventional atomizing spray system shall be equal to: Binks Model 2001 READ THIS NOTICE
SAFETY AND MISCELLANEOUS EQUIPMENT
Gun with 59ASS Fluid Nozzle - 251 Air Cap; 559SS Needle. Heavy-duty
trigger spring recommended. Pot pressure of approximately 50 psi/3.5 bars.
For tank lining work and enclosed spaces, it is recommended that the operator provide
Atomizing pressure of approximately 60 psi/4.1 bars. (Use standard
himself with clean coveralls and rubber soled shoes and observe good personal hygiene.
production-type pressure pot with air motor drive agitator.) Certain personnel may be sensitive to various types of resins which may cause
Note: Application by conventional spray equipment may affect dermatitis.
maximum film building capabilities and coverage rates.
THE SOLVENT IN THIS COATING IS FLAMMABLE AND CARE AS DEMANDED BY
GOOD PRACTICE, OSHA, STATE AND LOCAL SAFETY CODES, ETC. MUST BE
Applicators may prefer to apply additional coats to achieve the 40 mil/1mm
FOLLOWED CLOSELY. Keep away from heat, sparks and open flame and use
nominal DFT. Airless spray system requires a large capacity pump with a
necessary safety equipment such as air mask, explosion-proof electrical equipment, non-
capacity of 3 g.p.m./11.1 l.p.m. similar or equal to: Graco Bulldog with 0.025� sparking tools and ladders, etc. Avoid contact with skin and breathing of vapor or spray
or larger fluid nozzle; 12 in/30 cm minimum spray width is recommended. mist. When working in tanks, rooms and other enclosed spaces, adequate ventilation
Use liquid pressure of approximately 1800 to 2200 psi/124-152 bars. All must be provided. Refer to Plasite Bulletin PA-3. Keep out of the reach of children.
screens should be removed from pump and gun. A 3/8 in/9mm diameter fluid
The catalyst (Part C) is relatively stable at room temperatures but must be protected from
line is recommended. CONTINUOUS MIXING DURING USE IS
contamination, heat, fire and contact with promoter (in Part D). The catalyst (Part C) is
REQUIRED.
classified by the Interstate Commerce Commission as an “oxidizing material.� All
shipping containers bear a yellow caution label. The catalyst is highly irritating if it gets
Brush into the eyes. Immediately rinse eyes thoroughly with water and get medical attention.
Brush application is not recommended, but may be used for repairs or touch- The catalyst also can be a skin irritant and should be removed with large quantities of
up. Continuous mixing during use is required. soap and water. Since this is an oxidizing material, it should not be allowed to
accumulate or remain in soaked rags or clothing.
A minimum surface temperature of 70°F/21°C is required to obtain
CAUTION - Read and follow all caution statements on this product data sheet, material
polymerization of the coating system. Coating can be applied at a surface
safety data sheet and container label for this product.
temperature as low as 60°F/16°C but polymerization will be inhibited.
Succeeding coats cannot be applied without damaging the system until the
surface temperature rises sufficiently to obtain partial polymerization. This
will require raising to the minimum surface temperature of 70°F/21°C within
12 hours of application.
Refer to CURING section. When surface temperatures are over 100°F/38°C,
consult Carboline Technical Service Department for special instructions.
January 2006 replaces August 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.
|