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GENERAL DESCRIPTION
Plascoat PPA 571 ES is a thermoplastic coating powder which has been specifically designed to provide a long lasting, tough coating for exterior applications to mild steel, galvanized steel and aluminum. It is based on an alloy of acid modified polyolefins. Therefore it is halogen free and the combustion fumes are low in smoke and have a low toxicity index.
Plascoat PPA 571 ES is resistant to stress cracking, adverse weather conditions, detergents, salt spray and typical airborne pollutants. The coating maintains excellent adhesion to the metal substrate without the need for a separate primer. The material also provides good abrasion and impact resistance.
If PPA 571 over-sprayed powder is to be recycled then blend a maximum of 25% of this over-sprayed powder with 75% of virgin powder.
For dip-coating, flock spraying or flame spraying please see the Plascoat PPA 571 data sheet.
| TYPICAL
USES Fence posts, fencing panels, sign posts, street furniture, balustrading, stadium seating, pipes including potable water, cable tray and ducting. Garden furniture, gutter brackets, battery boxes, fan guards and wirework.
SUMMARY OF ESSENTIAL COATING REQUIRMENTS
*See "PPA 571 Processing Guide".
GUIDE TO TYPICAL COATING CONDITIONS
Recommended Pre-treatment: The metal must be degreased and all mill scale and corrosion products removed.
Mild steel should be solvent degreased then either grit blasted to Swedish Standard SA 2½ to 3 or phosphated. Galvanized steel should be solvent degreased if necessary. Then either grit blasted at 0.3MPa (40 psi) using a fine grit (0.2 to 0.5mm) or treated with a phosphate system. To achieve the maximum long-term adhesion, Plascoat recommend the use of zinc phosphate systems on both steel and galvanized steel. If chemical pre-treatment is used it is essential to remove any previously applied resin based pre-treatment systems. Discuss this with your pre-treatment supplier.
Aluminum should be degreased to remove lubricants and processing soaps. For most purposes no further treatment is necessary. However for maximum long term corrosion resistance chromate treatment is recommended.
Coating Conditions: When the powder is applied using a Corona Discharge gun a negative polarity is required. A voltage of 30-50 kV or 10-20 microamps is recommended. Plascoat PPA 571 ES can also be applied by Tribocharge guns. The heating schedule should be 320°F to 428°F for 5-40 mins depending on metal thickness. To ensure optimum adhesion a metal temperature must exceed 302°F. Since Plascoat PPA 571 ES is a thermoplastic there is no cross-linking to take place. Therefore when the powder has melted to form a smooth coating no further heating is required.
Overheating can cause craters to form in the coating or the coating to reduce gloss. It may also cause the coating to discolour in storage or in service. Thicknesses outside the recommended range may be detrimental to the properties of the coating.
Do not cure thermosetting powder paints with PPA 571 ES. The fumes from such systems can affect the surface of the PPA 571 ES coatings.
Note: If PPA 571 ES over-sprayed powder is to be recycled, then blend a maximum of 25% of this over-sprayed powder with 75% unused powder.
For typical properties of the coating see below.
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TYPICAL
PROPERTIES OF THE POWDER
TYPICAL PROPERTIES OF THE MATERIAL
*These values may vary from color to color
STORAGE Stored in a clean dry area at 50-77°F and out of sunlight, the material should not deteriorate. However, in the interest of good housekeeping, old stocks should be used first. HEALTH AND SAFETY Plascoat PPA 571 ES is supplied as a finely
divided powder. Whilst there are no known
health hazards associated with PPA 571 ES,
normal handling precautions for dealing with
fine organic powders should be taken -
i.e. excessive dust generation and inhaling of the powder should be avoided.
Facilities may be required for removing excess dust from the working area
during the coating of certain difficult
items. As with all polymeric powders, the material
can ignite if brought into contact with a
high temperature source or ignition - particularly in the
fluidized condition. Reference should be made to Plascoat Health
and Safety Data Sheet
HS504, available on request. Should the coating be required for contact
with
food or potable water,
further details should be obtained from
Plascoat.
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TYPICAL PROPERTIES OF THE COATING
The following data applies to a 8 mils coating applied under standard conditions onto 0.125 inch thick steel or aluminum. The pre-treatment consisted of degreasing and gritblasting unless otherwise stated.
| Recommended Coating Thickness | 7-13 microns | |
| Appearance | Smooth/Glossy | |
| Gloss | ISO 2813 | 70 |
| Impact Strength
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Gardner (drop weight) ISO
6272 Direct 73°F (0.125 inch plate) Indirect 32°F (0.125 inch plate)
Direct 73°F (0.03 inch plate) Indirect 32°F (0.03 inch plate) |
24 in.lbs 150 in.lbs
> 240 in.lbs > 240 in.lbs |
| Abrasion | Taber ASTM D4060/84 H18, 500g load, 1000 cycles |
60 mg weight loss |
| Salt Spray
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ISO 7253 Steel - Scribed
- Unscribed Aluminum - Scribed - Unscribed |
Results after 1000 hours Loss of adhesion less than 10mm from scribe. Under film corrosion 2-3mm No loss of adhesion No loss of adhesion No loss of adhesion |
| Chemical
Resistance*
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- Dilute Acids
140°F - Dilute Alkali 140°F - Salts (except peroxides) 140°F - Solvents 73°F |
Good Good Good Poor |
| Adhesion | PSL, TM 19 | A-1 |
| Weathering
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QUV ASTM G53-77
Florida 45° facing South |
2000
hrs - No significant change in color or
loss of gloss. 3 years - No significant change in color or loss of gloss. |
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Burning Characteristics
Ignitability
Surface spread of flame
Fire Propagation
Flammability |
BS476: Pt5: 1979 500 micron coating BS476: Pt7: 1979 500 micron coating BS476: Pt6: 1989 500 micron coating UL94 |
P - not easily ignitable
Class 2
I = 0.2
Vo (see also Properties of Material) |
| Safe Working Temperature | (Continuous in air) | 140°F max |
*Further technical advice may be obtained from Plascoat concerning the effects of particular chemicals or mixtures.
| QUALITY
Plascoat is committed to the manufacture and supply of a wide range of thermoplastic coating powders. This service is backed by the unrivalled experience of over 50 years of powder coating application.
With a policy of continuous improvement to its range of products, Plascoat reserves the right to alter or amend any item. Stringent quality control procedures are carried out at every relevant stage of manufacture and Plascoat operates a quality management system approved by BSI in accordance with ISO 9001:2000. |
Plascoat
can also offer, through its factories in Europe, specialist
plastic coating equipment, an extensive
custom coating service
and a size reduction service for plastics and other materials.
Plascoat is a subsidiary member of the IPT Group of companies.
Plascoat is a UK registered trade name.
It should be appreciated that the information given here is, to the best of our knowledge, true and accurate. However, since conditions under which our materials and equipment may be used are beyond our control, recommendations are made without warranty or guarantee. |
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