Internal/External Pipe and Casing Coatings & Linings, Nickel Coating and Plating

Trugard Epoxy Coating Technical Data & Specifications


Description: Fusion Bonded Epoxy

Trugard is a thermosetting epoxy powder certified to meet the requirements of CSA Z245.20-02.


Powder Properties

Color:Reddish BrownTheoretical Coverage:134ft2 /lb/mil
Specific Gravity:1.44+-.03Typical Gel Time:
@ 205°C (401°F) CSA
22+-4 Sec.
Density:
CSA Z245.20-02.
1440+-50g/LShelf Life:
@ 25°C (77°F)
12 Months
Thermal Characteristics:Tg1 = 58+-5°C
Tg2=106+-6°C
ΔH=68+-10 (j/g)
  

Typical Properties of Applied Film

Recommended Film Thickness 350 µm (14 mils) Average
300 µm (12 mils) Min
200 µm (8 mils)
Valves & fittings (internal)
Heat Distortion Resistance
DSC - Glass Transition Temp
CSAZ245.20-98
Tg³=110°C (230°F)
Impact Resistance:
ASTM G14-72
1/2"x5"x8" Steel Panels
CSAZ245.20-02
@ 25°C (77°F) 160 in.lbs.

@ 30°C (-22°F) >1.5j Pass
Hardness:
Barcol,ASTM D2583
Shore D, ASTM D2240-74
61 avg.
90 avg.
Elongation:
Modified ASTM G10-72
@0 ºC (32 ºF) 4.8%
@30 ºC (-22 ºF) 3.2%
  
Bending:
SARAMCO-09-SAMSS-089-99
CSAZ245.20-98
API-RP-5L7
@0°C (32°F)
@-30°C (-22°F)
Passes all requirements
5.5° / pipe dia.
3.0° /pipe dia.
Pass
Pass
Performance depends on film thickness.
Transportation:- The material is stable during transportation for duration of up to 45 days at temperatures below 35°C (95°F). If it exceeds the recommended time or temperature during transportation or storage, the product should be re-certified.