PLASITE® 4300
Formerly PLASGUARD 4300
TYPE PHYSICAL SPECIFICATIONS
PLASITE 4300 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.
Pot Life: 1 1/2 to 2 1/2 hours in 1-gallon cans and 1 1/2 to 2 hours in 5-
INTENDED USE gallon cans at 70 to 90°F/21 to 32°C material temperature. Material
As a high chemical-resistant thick film for tank lining service and as a temperatures in excess of 90°F/32°C will significantly reduce pot life.
maintenance coating for severe exposure.
CAUTION! Do not attempt to extend pot life by mixing newly
TEMPERATURE RESISTANCE catalyzed coating into coating near the end of its pot life.
Dry tests � 380°F/193°C continuous; limited short excursions to
460°F/238°C acceptable. Wet temperature resistance depends upon Shelf Life: Approximately 3 months at 75°F/24°C. Cooler storage
concentration and reagent exposure. temperatures will increase shelf life. Storage at higher temperatures can
result in substantially shorter shelf life.
COLOR Charcoal Gray
Film Density: 87.06 lbs/ft3 (0.2900964 lbs/ft2 at 40 mils).
FILM THICKNESS
2 to 3 multi-pass spray coats will produce the 35 to 45 mils/875-1125 Elongation: 1.5%; Method ASTM D638.
microns dry film thickness range recommended for immersion service.
Consult Carboline Technical Service Department for any deviations to Shipping Weight: 12 lbs. per gallon kit.
this film thickness. Refer to APPLICATION section.
*Abrasion Resistance: Average loss per 1000 cycles, Taber CS-17
COVERAGE Wheel, 1000 gram weight: 30.5 milligrams.
PLASITE 4300 will cover approximately 960 mil ft.2/gal. or 86.4 m2 per
25 microns/gal. This is a coverage obtained from field use on small jobs *Surface Hardness: Konig Pendulum Hardness of 152 seconds; (Glass
and includes loss in can, spray loss, small amount of shrinkage, etc. Standard = 250 seconds); ASTM Method D4366-84.
Application by conventional spray equipment may decrease coverage
rate. An approximate 20% reduction in coverage rate can be anticipated Thermal Shock: Unaffected by minus 70°F/21°C to plus 200°F in 5
when using conventional equipment. cycles, or 40 to 400°F in 10 cycles.
VOC CONTENT (Determined Theoretically) *Note: Above tests were conducted on film cured at 150°F.
Thinned 5% by Volume CHEMICAL RESISTANCE
Coating as Supplied
with PLASITE Thinner #20 Superior chemical resistance to organic and inorganic acids, oxidizing
agents and salts. Excellent resistance to a wide range of solvents,
Lbs./Gal. g/L Lbs./Gal. g/L
including aliphatic and aromatic hydrocarbons and chlorinated types.
.56 ± 2% 67 ± 2% .85 ± 2% 102 ± 2%
Force Curing
RECOATING TIME Listed below are a few curing schedules that may be used for time and
May be recoated after initial hardening which will occur normally in 3 to work planning. Prior to raising the metal to the force curing temperature, it
10 hours depending upon the surface temperature. Following coating is necessary that an air dry time of 2 to 5 hours at temperatures from
must be applied within 30 days. Each following coat shall be diluted 70°F/21°C to 100°F/38°C be allowed. After the air dry time has elapsed,
approximately 2 to 5% with PLASITE Thinner #20. the temperature should be raised in increments of approximately
Note: Previously applied coating exposed to an accumulation of 30°F/17°C every 30 minutes until the desired force curing metal
24 hours of sunlight or surface temperatures in excess of temperatures are reached. Any moisture from condensation of any source
130°F/54°C may result in intercoat disbondment. An applied will kill the cure on freshly applied coating before it reaches a “non-tacky�
coating film must be topcoated before an accumulation of 24 stage.
hours exposure has occurred or special procedures (such as
shading with tarps) must be used. METAL CURING METAL CURING
TEMPERATURE TIME TEMPERATURE TIME
THINNERS 72 Hrs 4 ½ Hrs
110°F/43°C 160°F/71°C
Use PLASITE Thinner #20. 2 to 10% thinning may be needed to adjust 36 Hrs 3 ½ Hrs
120°F/49°C 170°F/77°C
coating for higher temperatures and various application conditions. 18 Hrs 2 ½ Hrs
130°F/54°C 180°F/82°C
Topcoating of previously applied films will require the addition of 2 to 5% 10 Hrs 2 Hrs
140°F/60°C 190°F/88°C
thinner. Consult Carboline Technical Service Department for unusual 6 Hrs 1 ¾ Hrs
150°F/66°C 200°F/93°C
thinning requirements. See RECOATING TIME. PACKAGING
1 gallon unit: 5 gallon unit:
CLEANUP THINNER: Thinner #71 1 one gallon can of Part A 1 six gallon partially filled pail of Part A
PRIMERS 1 one gallon can of Part B 1 five gallon pail of Part B
For steel surfaces, coating is considered to be a “self-priming� system. 1 small container of Part C 1 small container of Part C
Do not apply PLASITE 4300 directly to concrete. See reference to fillers 1 small container of Part D 1 small container of Part D
and sealers in Concrete section.
SURFACE PREPARATION
CURING Steel (High Temperature and Immersion Service)
10 days at 70°F/21°C or 7 days at 90°F/32°C. Although coating may be All sharp edges shall be ground to produce a radius and all imperfection
applied at substrate temperatures as low as 60°F/16°C, the substrate such as skip welds, delaminations, scabs, slivers and slag shall be
temperature must be raised to at least 70°F/21°C within 12 hours and corrected prior to abrasive blasting. Skip welds should be welded solid.
held until coating surface is tack-free (approximately 10 hours) to avoid
possible loss of cure. A minimum of 70°F/21°C surface temperature is
required to obtain polymerization of this coating.
113P
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®4300
Degrease surface prior to sandblasting. Organic solvents, alkaline solutions, previously applied coating is required, a minimum of 10 hours at 70°F/21°C
steam, hot water with detergents or other systems that will completely re- substrate and air temperature with ventilation is normally required before
move dirt, oil, grease, etc. shall be used. Used tanks may require additional proceeding. Previously applied coats must have reached a “non-tacky�
decontamination. state before being exposed to physical contact. This condition will occur in
less time as surface temperature increases. Overcoating shall be performed
The surface shall be blasted to SSPC SP-5/NACE No. 1 white metal blast as soon as possible to prevent contamination.
grade using a Venturi blast nozzle with 100 psi/7 bars. Reference Joint
Surface Preparation Std. SSPC SP-5/NACE 1, White Metal Blast Cleaning. A Applicators may prefer to apply additional coats to achieve the 40mil/1000
blast profile depth or “tooth� in the metal shall be a minimum of 4 mils as microns nominal DFT. Airless spray system requires a large capacity pump
determined by comparing Carboline’s 4000 Series Blast Comparator, using with a capacity of 3 g.p.m./11.1 l.p.m. similar or equal to: Graco Bulldog with
adequate light and magnification. 0.025� or larger fluid nozzle; 12 in/30 cm minimum spray width is
recommended. Use liquid pressure of approximately 1800 to 2200 psi/124-152
The blast media used shall be properly graded, clean, sharp angular bars. All screens should be removed from pump and gun. A 3/8 in/9 mm
abrasive similar to Humble abrasive flint S7 (6 to 30 mesh), steel grit (HG25), diameter fluid line is recommended. CONTINUOUS MIXING DURING USE IS
or BLACK BEAUTY® BB1040 to produce the required blast depth. Remove REQUIRED.
all traces of grit and dust, as well as, embedded abrasives with a vacuum
cleaner and/or by brushing. Care should be taken to avoid contaminating Brush
surface with fingerprints or from detrimental material on the workers� clothes Brush application is not recommended, but may be used for repairs or touch-
or atmospheric contamination. up. Continuous mixing during use is required.
Severe Corrosive Environments - Splash & Fume LINING REPAIR
Surface preparation is the same as above in the foregoing with the exception Clean damaged area, removing all contaminants and loose coating.
that NACE No. 2 or SSPC-SP10 near white metal blast may be used pro- Abrasive blast substrate to original specification where coating has been
vided the blast profile depth as described above is achieved. exposed to environment and where oxidation is evident. Feather the original
coating not less than 2in/5cm from damaged area. If new coating is physically
Concrete damaged and has not been in service, repair as shown above. For repairing
All concrete requires abrasive blasting to remove laitance and to provide a holidays, sand surface and brush apply proper thickness of coating. Apply
hard, firm, clean, neutral and fully-cured concrete surface for coating. All coating by brush or spray. Do not apply by brush on areas larger than 1 sq.
concrete surfaces must be filled and sealed prior to the application of ft./.093 sq. m.
PLASITE 4300. Contact Carboline for recommendations. WARNING: Contamination of previously exposed coating film may be
detrimental to adhesion of the repair and may affect service 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 Degree of surface preparation shall conform to appropriate specifications as
of Part B is completely mixed with Part A. Maintain a good vortex while mixing outlined in SURFACE PREPARATION section.
until 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 a 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 film. Use 4000 to 4500 volts for PLASITE 4300. Allow a minimum cure of 48
Part C with Part D may lead to a fire or an explosion! hours at 70°F/21°C 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 Dry film thickness shall be a nominal 40 mils/1000 microns with acceptable
mask during high speed mixing of the coating components. Avoid breathing minimum at 35 mils/875 microns and maximum at 45 mils/1125 microns.
dust. Refer to PLASITE Bulletin PA-3, Section 3, for inspection requirements.
SAFETY
Spray READ THIS NOTICE
SAFETY AND MISCELLANEOUS EQUIPMENT
Conventional atomizing spray system shall be equal to: Binks Model 2001
Gun with 59ASS Fluid Nozzle � 251 Air Cap; 559SS Needle. Heavy-duty
For tank lining work and enclosed spaces, it is recommended that the operator provide
trigger spring recommended. Pot pressure of approximately 50 psi/3.4bars. himself with clean coveralls and rubber soled shoes and observe good personal hygiene.
Atomizing pressure of approximately 60 psi/4.1bars (Use standard production- Certain personnel may be sensitive to various types of resins which may cause dermatitis.
type pressure pot with air motor drive agitator.)
Note: Application by conventional spray equipment may affect maximum THE SOLVENT IN THIS COATING IS FLAMMABLE AND CARE AS DEMANDED BY
GOOD PRACTICE, OSHA, STATE AND LOCAL SAFETY CODES, ETC. MUST BE
film building capabilities and coverage rates.
FOLLOWED CLOSELY. Keep away from heat, sparks and open flame and use
necessary safety equipment such as air mask, explosion-proof electrical equipment, non-
A minimum surface temperature of 70°F/21°C is required to obtain sparking tools and ladders, etc. Avoid contact with skin and breathing of vapor or spray
polymerization of the coating system. Coating can be applied at a surface mist. When working in tanks, rooms and other enclosed spaces, adequate ventilation
temperature as low as 60°F/16°C but polymerization will be inhibited. Suc- must be provided. Refer to Plasite Bulletin PA-3. Keep out of the reach of children.
ceeding coats cannot be applied without damaging the system until the
The catalyst (Part C) is relatively stable at room temperatures but must be protected from
surface temperature rises sufficiently to obtain partial polymerization. This will
contamination, heat, fire and contact with promoter (in Part D). The catalyst (Part C) is
require raising to the minimum surface temperature of 70°F/21°C within 12
classified by the Interstate Commerce Commission as an “oxidizing material.� All shipping
hours of application. Refer to CURING. When surface temperatures are over containers bear a yellow caution label. The catalyst is highly irritating if it gets into the
100°F/38°C, consult Carboline Technical Service Department for special eyes. Immediately rinse eyes thoroughly with water and get medical attention. The
instructions. catalyst also can be a skin irritant and should be removed with large quantities of soap and
water. Since this is an oxidizing material, it should not be allowed to accumulate or remain
in soaked rags or clothing.
The mixed coating shall be applied utilizing a multi-pass spray system. Apply
CAUTION - Read and follow all caution statements on this product data sheet,
horizontal and vertical passes with 50% overlap. Special precautions are re-
material safety data sheet and container label for this product.
quired at overlaps and welds to eliminate excessive film build. Spray gun
should be perpendicular to surface at all times, approximately 14 in/36 cm
from surface.
Coating may be overcoated after initial “set� which will occur normally in 3
to 6 hours at 70°F/21°C with proper ventilation. Initial “set� time will
decrease as surface temperature increases. WARNING! Refer to RECOAT-
ING TIME. When physical contact (foot traffic, scaffolding, etc.) with the
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.
PLASITE® 4300
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. Page 3 of 4
PLASITE®4300
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.
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