Data Sheet: 91

Supersedes: 02/04
Revised: 05/08


Composition

AMERCOAT 91 is a two pack, high solids, high performance epoxy novolac tank lining sometimes
referred to as epoxy phenolic tank lining.

Uses and
Properties
AMERCOAT 91 has the following properties:

High performance tanklining
Broad spectrum of chemical resistance
Withstands continuous immersion in deionized water up to 93C
Withstands continuous immersion in hot concentrated brine up to 71C
Withstands continuous immersion in hot sour crude up to 149C

AMERCOAT 91 has excellent resistance to continuous and alternating service for a wide range of
chemicals, solvents, caustic, crude and fuel oils, as well as neutral, alkaline and non-oxidising salt
solutions in water. It may be cleaned between cargoes with steam cleaning, up to a temperature of
82C.

Typical
Applications
AMERCOAT 91 provides excellent protection to prepared:
Steel and concrete exposed to chemical immersion, splash, spillage and fumes
Tank lining for roadtankers
Storage tanks in the chemical and petrochemical industries
Coating for steel pipes under insulation

Typical Systems Substrate Surface Preparation Typical Systems dft m

Steel (for tank
lining use)

Abrasive blast clean to A.S.1627.4
Class 3 with profile of 50-75 mm.


1
st
Coat: AMERCOAT 91
2
nd
Coat:AMERCOAT 91
Total


125
125
250

Steel (non-
immersed,
under insulation
etc.)

Abrasive blast clean to AS 1627.4
Class 2 .


1
st
Coat: AMERCOAT 91
2
nd
Coat:AMERCOAT 91
Total


125
125
250

Stainless Steel

Abrasive blast clean to AS1627.4 Class
2 using non-metallic abrasive grit to
provide a profile of 40 60 m.

1
st
Coat: AMERCOAT 91
2
nd
Coat: AMERCOAT 91
Total

125
125
250

Concrete

Allow to cure for 28 days. Must be
clean and free from all oils, fats or
greases. Degrease or scrub with
detergents if necessary. The concrete
must be free from any incompatible
additives or curing agents. Acid etch or
abrasive blast clean (refer Surface
Preparation Guide for Concrete) and fill
any holes or cracks.


1
st
Coat: AMERCOAT 91
2
nd
Coat:AMERCOAT 91
Total


125
125
250
Total dry film thickness must not exceed 350 m in two coats and must not be less than 200 m.

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Epoxy Novolac Tank Lining

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General Data

Weathering Excellent. Chalking does not detract from general durability. Suitable for internal and
external use.
Finish Low gloss.
Chemical Resistance Excellent. Superior to standard conventional epoxies.
For a comprehensive listing of chemical resistance, contact your PPG representative.
Solvent Resistance Excellent.
Abrasion Resistance Excellent.
Immersion Excellent.

Temperature
Resistance
Wet Dry Temperature Range
Continuous 93 C 204 C

With 880 Glass Flake Additive (2 L per 4L mixed material)
Continuous 218C
Intermittent 232C
Colour Light Buff, White
Topcoating Not normally required. Consult your PPG representative for recommendations.
Shelf Life 24 months if stored under proper conditions in unopened container.
Application Data

Theoretical Coverage 4.32 sqm/L at a DFT of 125 m
Volume Solids 54 3%
Touch Dry 1 hr
Minimum Recoat Time 16 hrs
Immersion Minimum 7 Days
Drying Time (@ 25 C)
Maximum recoat time at 24C with itself 90 days. Allowances should be made for
moisture on surface at low temperatures.

Optimal Painting
Conditions
Substrate temperatures must be at least 3C above the dew point.
Relative humidity less than 85%
Surface temperature above 5C and less than 55C.

Mixing Ratio V/V 7.3 parts resin to 1 part cure. Use complete pack.
Pot Life 6 hours @ 21C NOTE: The figure quoted for pot life and drying/curing times are not
definitive. They are dependent on site conditions, such as volume of material mixed,
ambient and steel temperatures, weather and ventilation.
Mixing Power stir the Base and Hardener, then add the Hardener to the Base with stirring.
Allow to digest 15 minutes minimum before thinning.
Thinners Thinner 737 Use up to 1.5% v/v maximum. Use Thinner 304 for cleanup.
Equipment
Airless Spray: Use a 0.431mm to 0.533 mm (.017 to .021") tip size and 12 to 14 MPa
pressure.
Conventional Spray: DeVilbiss JGA 502 GUN WITH "D" needle and fluid tip, 64
aircap, or equivalent. Use 200-270 kPa pot pressure and 400 kPa atomising
pressure. Additional coats may be required for brush or roller application.
Safety Precautions Recommended only for application by experienced industrial operators in industrial
coating operations. When applying by brush or roller, provide adequate ventilation.
When applying by spray, users must comply with relevant spray painting regulations
and wear appropriate respirator to avoid inhaling vapours and spray mist. Material
Safety Data Sheet is available and should be consulted.
Technical information given verbally or in writing is based on knowledge and research, given in good faith and believed to be reliable, but no
guarantee of accuracy is made or implied. Since methods and conditions of use are beyond our control, all merchandise is sold and received subject
to the condition that our liability whether express or implied for any defect in quality, or for any lack of fitness for the specified use thereof, is limited to
the return of the purchase price if written claim is made within 14 days from date of delivery. It is recommended that the user makes his or her own
tests to determine the suitability of the product for his own requirements. Freedom from patent restrictions is not implied.
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