Plasite® 4555 S
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
PLASITE 4555 S is a 100% solids, flake filled, premium, novolac PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS
epoxy coating designed for internal steel tank lining. It is a two
component system consisting of four-parts by volume of Part A resin Weight per Mixed Gallon…â?¦â?¦â?¦â?¦â?¦â?¦â??.â€?..10 lbs.
and one part by volume of Part B hardener. It is applied by plural
component or single component spray equipment, typically at a total Pot-life.…â?¦â?¦â?¦â?¦â?¦â?¦â?¦â?¦â??.…â?¦â??.@75°F/24°C: 45-60 minutes.
thickness of 25-30 mils/625-750 microns in a one coat application Cure Time (Approx.):
for internal lining applications. Dry To Touch…â?¦â?¦â?¦â?¦â?¦â??.@ 75°F/24°C: 12 hours
Firm…â?¦â?¦â?¦â?¦â?¦â?¦â?¦â?¦â?¦â??.@ 75°F/24°C: 24 hours
USES/APPLICATIONS Chemical Service…â?¦â?¦â?¦â??..@ 150°F/65°C: 4 hours
Food grade lining
Liquid food products such as orange juice, beer, wine, grape Flammability…â?¦â?¦â?¦â?¦â?¦â?¦â??..…â?¦â?¦â?¦â??.…â?¦â??..Nonflammable
juice, tomato products
FDA Compliant 21CFR175.300 Shelf Life…â?¦â?¦â?¦â?¦â?¦â?¦â?¦â?¦â?¦â?¦â?¦â??..…â?¦â?¦â?¦â?¦â?¦â?¦â??6 months
PRODUCT ADVANTAGES To ensure maximum film build, PLASITE 4555 S should be used within
High impact resistance three months of the manufacture date.
Superior bond strength to steel and concrete
Resistance to a broad range of chemicals Proper jobsite storage of PLASITE 4555 S is essential to its
Can be applied in a one-coat application up to 30 mils/.75 mm performance. Follow these general procedures for storage at the
Easily repaired using inter-coat prep procedures jobsite:
CHEMICAL RESISTANCE Store components (Part A and Part B) unopened, in a dry place, at 50-
PLASITE 4555 S is resistant to a broad range of chemicals such as 85°F/10-29°C, out of direct sunlight, and protected from the elements.
salts, alkalis, some solvent, and many acids (including concentrated Keep away from heat and flame.
sulfuric acid).
For the 24-48 hours just prior to use, narrow the storage temperature
COLORS to 70-85°F/21-29°C to facilitate ease of mixing.
PLASITE 4555 S is offered in light gray
SUBSTRATE PREPARATION
PACKAGING Steel
PLASITE 4555 S is available in one, five gallon units, and 55 gallon Immediately prior to application of the coating or lining, the steel
kits. substrate must be clean of all oil, grease, dirt, dust, mill scale, rust,
flash rust, corrosion products, salts, solvents, chlorides, other
One gallon unit includes: chemicals, and existing coatings.
1 gallon can of Part A (resin)
1 quart can of Part B (hardener) All welds must be smooth and continuous; no skip welds. All weld
Five gallon unit includes: splatter, buckshot, laminations, and slivers must be removed and
5 gallon pail of Part A (resin) ground smooth; undercuts and pinholes must be ground smooth and
1 gallon can of Part B (hardener) filled with weld metal. All projections, sharp edges, high points and
fillets must be ground smooth to a radius of at least 1/8� and all corners
FILM THICKNESS must be likewise rounded.
PLASITE 4555 S is typically applied at 25-30 mils/.63-.75mm in a
one coat application. All pitting, gouges, scratches, and other defects must be repaired
either by welding or by filling with repair materials that are compatible
COVERAGE with the coating or lining system and suitable for the intended service
The theoretical coverage of PLASITE 4555 S is 1604 mil sq ft/gal. conditions.
For estimating purposes, one gallon will cover 43 sq. ft/gal at 30 All surfaces to be coated or lined must be readily accessible.
mils/.75 mm (20% loss included).
The steel must be blasted to a minimum near White Metal Finish
THINNERS (NACE No. 2, SSPC SP 10) with a 4 mil/100 micron dense, sharp
NO THINNER IS RECOMMENDED anchor profile free of peening, as measured by ASTM D 4417.
VOC CONTENT Defects exposed by blasting must be repaired. Refer to Plasite Bulletin
PA-3.
Coating as Supplied
(Determined Theoretically)
MASKING & PROTECTION
Color Lbs./Gal. g/L
Mask or remove adjacent surfaces and equipment that are not to be
Lt. Gray .04 +/- 2% 18.16 +/- 2% lined. Once applied, PLASITE 4555 S is difficult to remove.
Protect nearby pumps, motors and other equipment from spent
STORAGE CONDITIONS abrasive venting from the tank during blasting.
Keep PLASITE 4555 S products tightly sealed in their original
containers until ready for use. Store at 50-85°F/10-29°C, out of
direct sunlight. Properly stored Plasite 4555 S has a shelf life of 6
months.
May 2005 replaces March 2004
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®4555 S
APPLICATION GUIDELINES CURING
Before mixing and applying any material, make sure environmental PLASITE 4555 S will be dry to the touch in 12 hours at 75°F/24°C
conditions are satisfactory for application. Weather conditions, and and ready for immersion service when force cured at 150°F/65°C for
especially dew point, should be constantly monitored in light of the work four hours. Flash for 15 minutes and raise temperature 30°F every 30
being done. Final blast cleaning and application of the lining system must
minutes. Hold at 150°F for four hours.
only be performed when it is clear the temperature of the steel substrate
will not fall within 5°F/3°C of the dew point. Dehumidification and/or
LINING REPAIR
temperature control may be necessary to meet this requirement. Use a
Before any touch-up or recoat material can be applied, the first coat
surface thermometer to frequently monitor the temperature of the steel
must be properly prepared for intercoat adhesion.
substrate.
The first coat must be cured firm to the touch. Scrub the first coat with
EQUIPMENT
soap and water and thoroughly rinse and dry it. If the first coat cures
Single Component Airless Spray
more than 24-hours, lightly sand or mechanically abrade the surface
Consult manufacturer.
after scrubbing it down with soap and water.
All pumps and hoses must be in proper working order, clean and free of
foreign matter. Use air motor with an air ratio of 45:1 or larger such as
Any surface to be touched up or recoated should be protected. When
Graco “King� airless spray pump.
the recoat material is applied, the surface must be dry and free of all
All filters should be removed from the pump. Use a 3/8 in. spray hose from dirt, dust, debris, oil, grease and other contamination.
pump to gun, not to exceed 100 ft. It is best to bring the material directly to
the gun body and not go through a tube in the handle. INSPECTION
The size of airless spray tip will depend on the area being sprayed, the Degree of surface preparation shall conform to appropriate specifications as
viscosity, and the temperature of the materials. Use sizes from 0.019- outlined in SURFACE PREPARATION section. Total dry film thickness of
0.035 inches. If using an inline filter, use a 60-mesh screen size. the coating system shall be determined with a non-destructive magnetic
gauge properly calibrated.
The mixed material temperature should be
75-85°F/24-38°C for best spraying. RECOMMENDATIONS
Apply only on a clean, sound, properly prepared substrate.
Note: Ambient temperature above 85°F/29°C will shorten pot life. Maximum material and surface temperatures are 150°F/66°C and
100°F/38°C respectively, at the time of application.
To prepare the material for spraying, mix Part A with a jiffy type Relative humidity should be between 0-85%.
mechanical mixer for two minutes, mix Part B until color is well blended, Substrate temperature should be 5°F/3°C above the dew point.
then mix Part A and Part B together for two minutes using the jiffy mixer. Application and curing times are dependent upon ambient conditions.
Consult Carboline’s Technical Service Department if conditions are not
When using a 45:1, set the mixed material under the pump (it is best to within recommended guidelines.
remove the siphon tube and pump directly from the bottom of the pump) At a minimum coating should be rinsed with potable water
and start spraying. The air pressure required will vary between 55-65 lbs.
If using a 56:1, the siphon tube may remain attached.
Cleanup & Safety
When spraying is completed or after every 30 minutes (75°F), solvent Use Thinner #2 or Acetone. In case of spillage, absorb
Cleanup
purge the lower unit and spray gun, then remove the bottom ball valve and and dispose of in accordance with local applicable
regulations.
clean thoroughly. At higher temperatures more frequent flushing of the
equipment and lines will be required.
Read and follow all caution statements on this product
Safety
data sheet and on the MSDS for this product. Employ
Plural Spray normal workmanlike safety precautions. Hypersensitive
Use a fixed ratio (4:1 by volume) plural component spray rig such as: persons should wear protective clothing, gloves and use
Graco King Hydro-Cat (or equal) with heated hoppers, heated hoses to a protective cream on face, hands and all exposed areas.
mixer manifold through a static mixer to a 50 ft. whip hose followed by
When used as a tank lining or in enclosed areas,
Ventilation
a silver gun (Binks 1M or equal) utilizing self-cleaning reverse “a� tips from
thorough air circulation must be used during and after
0.019 to 0.035 inches. See equipment specifications for more details.
application until the coating is cured. The ventilation
system should be capable of preventing the solvent
Note: The “A� side should be at a minimum of 110°F/43°C and the vapor concentration from reaching the lower explosion
the “B� side at 90-100°F/32-38°C. This will ensure proper spraying of limit for the solvents used. User should test and monitor
Plasite 4555 S. exposure levels to insure all personnel are below
Take care to prevent the mixed material from setting up in your hoses. For guidelines. If not sure or if not able to monitor levels,
best results, keep your hoses as short as possible, purge them use MSHA/NIOSH approved supplied air respirator.
immediately if work is interrupted, keep them out of direct sunlight and
This product contains flammable solvents. Keep away
Caution
insulated from hot surfaces.
from sparks and open flames. All electrical equipment
and installations should be made and grounded in
APPLICATION accordance with the National Electric Code. In areas
Mixing - For Touch-Up Only where explosion hazards exist, workmen should be
required to use non-ferrous tools and wear conductive
We recommend using Jiffy type mixers for all mixing and stirring. When
and non-sparking shoes.
operating the mixer avoid plunging it up and down in the bucket. This can
fold air into the resin, which may cause bubbles to form in the coating after
it has been applied. Brush, roller or spray.
Individually stir each separate Part A and Part B component to a smooth,
uniform consistency and color. Any sediment in the container must be
thoroughly scraped up and redispersed.
Spray
Immediately before applying a spray coat, stripe all continuous welds
with a brush applied stripe coat. A stripe coat, applied by spray, may
be applied to all sharp edges to adequately protect these critical
areas.
Note: Force curing may be desirable in certain circumstances. Check
with Carboline’s Technical Service Department.
May 2005 replaces March 2004
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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