PES-Chem 511 UCEN is a high build solvent-free epoxy novalac coating designed to provide outstanding chemical and corrosion protection of steel and concrete structures. The coating is particularly resistant to attack by strong acids including 98% sulphuric acid.
PES-CHEM 511 UCEN
Typical Applications
- Chemical containment areas
- Tank lining
- Process vessels
- Chemical drains and channels
- Internal pipe surfaces
- Sumps
Characteristics
Appearance
- Base: Highly structured thixotropic liquid
- Activator: Amber liquid
- Mixed: Thixotropic liquid
Mixing Ratio
- By weight: 4:1
- By volume: 3:1
Density
- Base: 1.41
- Activator: 1.02
- Mixed: 1.32
Solids content
- 100%
Sag Resistance
- Nil at 20 mils
Coverage
PES-CHEM 511 UCEN must be applied as a 2-coat system to properly prepared surfaces.
Brush, roller or spray applications:
The material should be applied in two coats at a thickness of 16-20 mils WFT per coat.
At 16-20 mils PES-CHEM 511 UCEN will have a theoretical coverage rate of 21-27ft2 per liter per coat.
Cure Times
The applied material should be allowed to harden for the times indicated below before being subjected to the conditions indicated:
Usable life
- 50°F – 50 minutes
- 68°F – 25 minutes
- 86°F – 12 minutes
- 104°F – 6 minutes
Minimum overcoating time
- 50°F – 8 hours
- 68°F – 4 hours
- 86°F – 2 hours
- 104°F – 1 hour
Maximum overcoating time
- 50°F – 24 hours
- 68°F – 12 hours
- 86°F – 6 hours
- 104°F – 3 hours
Water/sea water immersion
- 50°F – 8 days
- 68°F – 4 days
- 86°F – 2 days
- 104°F – 1 day
Chemical immersion
- 50°F – 14 days
- 68°F – 4 days
- 86°F – 3.5 days
- 104°F – 1.75 days
Storage life
5 years if unopened and stored in normal dry conditions (59-86°F)
Mechanical Properties
Abrasion Resistance
- Taber CS17 Wheels/1 Kg load
- 138mg loss/1000 cycles
- 0.18cc loss/1000 cycles
Tensile Shear Adhesion
Tensile Shear Adhesion to ASTM D1002 on abrasive blasted mild steel with 3 mil profile 2950 psi (208 kg/cm2)
Comprehensive strength
- Tested to ASTM D 695
- 13950psi (984kg/cm2)
Corrosion Resistance
- Tested to ASTM B117
- Minimum 5000 hours
Flexural Strength
- Tested to ASTM D790
- 12300 psi (871kg/cm2)
Heat Distortion
- Tested to ASTM D648 at 264psi fiber stress.
- 68°F Cure – 125°F
- 212°F Cure – 167°F
Hardness
- Shore D to ASTM D2240
- 85
Heat Resistance
Suitable for use in immersed conditions at temperatures up to 140°F. Resistant to dry heat up to 392°F dependent on load.
Chemical Resistance
The product resists attack by a wide variety of inorganic acids, alkalis, salts and organic media including:
| Typical Chemicals | Maximum immersion Temperature |
| Acetic Acid 10% | 86°F |
| Ammonia Hydroxide 30% | 113°F |
| Benzene 100% | 95°F |
| Butanol 100% | 104°F |
| Chromic Acid 10% | 104°F |
| De-ionised Water | 104°F |
| Ethanol 100% | 113°F |
| Hydrobromic Acid 40% | 86°F |
| Hydrochloric Acid 36% | 95°F |
| Nitric Acid 10% | 86°F |
| Phosphoric Acid 75% | 113°F |
| Steam out | 356°F |
| Sulphuric Acid 98% | 104°F |
| Toluene 100% | 104°F |
| Xylene 100% | 104°F |
For more detailed information refer to the PES Technical Center for advice.
Quality
All PES Products are supplied under the scope of the company’s fully documented quality system.
Warranty
PES warrants that the performance of the product supplied will confirm to the typical descriptions quoted within this specification provided material is stored correctly and used according to the procedures detailed in the Technical Data Sheet for the material.
Health and Safety
Please ensure good practice is observed at all times during the mixing and application of this product. Protective gloves and other recommended personal protective equipment must be worn during the mixing and application of this product. Before mixing and applying the material please ensure you have read and fully understood the detailed Material Safety Data Sheet.
Legal Notice: The data contained within this Product Specification is furnished for information only and is believed to be reliable at the time of the issue. We cannot assume responsibility for results obtained by others over whose methods we have no control. It is the responsibility of the customer to determine the products suitability for use. PES accepts no liability arising out of the use of this information on the product described herein.
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