PERFORMANCE TEST RESULTS Apcodur EHB Zinc Phosphate Primer

(Epoxy Primer)

Test Abrasion

Test Method ASTM D 4060 - Abrasion resistance of organic coatings by the Taber Abraser"

Specification 1 x 75 microns dft applied directly on Sa 2.5 blasted steel panel

Typical Results Average of 175 mg weight loss per 1000 cycles using CS 10 Wheels and 1 Kg loading Classification 0

Adhesion

ISO 2409 - "Cross cut test"

1 x 75 microns dft applied directly on Sa 2.5 blasted mild steel panel 1 x 75 microns dft of Apcothane CF 678 applied over 1 x 75 microns dft of Apcodur EHB Zinc Phosphate Primer 1 x 75 microns applied directly to Sa 2.5 blasted

Adhesion

ISO 2409 - "Cross cut test"

Classification 0

Adhesion

IS0 4624/ ASTM D 4541 - "Pull-off test for adhesion" using portable adhesion testers

Not less than 7 MPA (1015 psi) when using a PAT Model GM01 hydraulic adhesion tester on 2 mm panel Not less than 7 MPA (1015 psi) when using a PAT Model GM01 hydraulic adhesion tester on 2 mm panel

Adhesion

IS0 4624/ ASTM D 4541 - Pull-off test for adhesion" using portable adhesion testers

75 microns of Apcodur EHB Zinc Phosphate Primer topcoated with 1) 75 microns of Apcothane CF 678 2) 35 microns of Apcothane CF 674/ Apcothane CF 675 1 x 75 microns dft applied directly on Sa 2.5 blasted mild steel panel and tested after 48 hours of air drying 1 x 75 microns applied directly to Sa 2.5 blasted steel 1 x 75 microns dft applied directly on Sa 2.5 blasted mild steel panel

Flexibility

ASTM D 522 - "Mandrel Bend test of attached organic coatings"

An average of 25% elongation

Hardness

Test Method : ASTM D 3363 - "Film hardness by pencil test" ASTM D 2794 - "Resistance of organic coatings to the effects of rapid deformation (Impact)" IS 101 (Part 6/ Sec 1) 1988 "Resistance to humidity under condition of condensation" ASTM B 117 - "Operating Salt Spray (Fog) Apparatus"

Classification 2H

Impact

Direct Impact Resistance Passes 7 Joules

Condensation

1 x 75 microns dft applied directly on Sa 2.5 blasted mild steel panel 1 x 75 microns dft applied directly on Sa 2.5 blasted mild steel panel

No film defects following 1000 hours exposure No film defects following 1500 hours exposure and less than 1 mm rust creep at scribe No film defects following 1500 hours exposure and less than 1 mm rust creep at scribe

Salt Spray

Salt Spray

ASTM G85, Annex A5 - "Modified salt spray or Prohesion test"

1 x 75 microns applied directly to Sa 2.5 blasted steel

Disclaimer: The performance data provided is based on laboratory test conditions and actual performance will depend upon the conditions under which the product is used. To the best of our knowledge the information provided herein are true and accurate at the date of issuance. Since we have no control over the quality or condition of the substrate or the various factors affecting the use and application of the product, we do not accept any responsibility or liability arising out of use of the product. The company reserves the right to modify data contained herein without prior notice. Any change in data would normally be followed by issue of a new data-sheet. The user should check with the nearest sales office of the company and confirm the validity of the information, prior to using the product

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April2009 PC 1343