Epoxy powder coating is an epoxy-based thermosetting powder coating,formulated to offer a good flowing out and glossy finish ranging from semi to high gloss, it is suitable for indoor use as a decorative and protective coating .
GLOSS AND COLOR RANGE
Gloss levels range from 40% to 90% at 60º .
Full color range is available.
APPLICATION SCHEDULE
Applied by electrostatic spraying gun that can provide negative tension of 60-80 kV.
Curing schedule :15 minutes at 180ºC (metal temperature )
Optimal film thickness : 60 -90 um
POWDERPROPERTIES
Specific gravity : 1.25 - 1.75 (depend on colors)
Particle size distribution(Laser Particle size analyser) :Less than 5% above 100 um 50 - 65% above 32 um :
Average particle size: 35 - 45um
COATING PROPERTIES
The following are typical properties determined on 0.8 mm gauge degreased galvanised steel .
Film thickness (ISO 2178) : 60 - 90 µm
Gloss (ISO 2813, 60º) : > 40%
Adhesion (ISO 2409) : GT= 0
Pencil hardness(ASTM D3363 ) : 2H
Direct and reverse impact(ASTM D2794) : > 50kg.cm
Salt spray Resistance ( ASTM B117, 1000hrs) (Maximum undercutting ,1 mm ):No blistering
Humidity Resistance (ASTM D2247,800 hrs): No blistering or loss of adhesion
Chemical Resistance:Resistant to some common inorganic acids, bases and salts, organic acids and solvents.
SUBSTRATES AND PRE-TREATMENT
In order to obtain optimal anti-corrosion properties, it is recommended to apply a chemical pretreatmentprior to powder coating application.
Ferrous metals(cold rolled steel, cast iron etc.): Iron or zinc phosphatation
Zinc surfaces(galvanized steel, zinc alloy): Chromatation or zinc phosphatation
Aluminum alloys : Chromatation
STORAGE
Should be stored under dry conditions with good ventilation at a temperature not exceeding 30 C.
Storage period recommended should not exceed 6 months,in case exceeding 6 months without affecting their free flowing properties, the powder will still have optimal characteristics.
Should be protected from excessive heat,humidity,water and contamination with foreign materials such as powder, dust, dirt, etc.
Any leftover powder should be kept in an appropriate area that is cool and dry. Do not expose to the air too long as the powder properties may deteriorate with the moisture.