PRODUCT INFORMATION SHEET - Asian Paints

1 PRODUCT INFORMATION SHEET Polyester TGIC PowdersPolyester powder coatings are thermosetting powders based on durable Polyester have excellent UV resistance & Outdoor Durability. Polyesters are the preferredcoatings for Architectural segment due to their durability & resistance to aggressiveweather conditions. ApplicationPolyester powders are recommended for both interior & exterior applications Some typical applications : Aluminum extrusions, aluminum claddings , Door frames, window panes , Automotivecomponents , Garden furniture s, Bicycles, Modular furniture & Sports equipment,playground and recreation equipment, automotive parts, fencing and RangeThey are available in.

2 Glossy finish - Apcoshield Py 900G, Hawcoplast PPG Semi-glossy finish - Apcoshield Py 905SG, Py 910SG, Py 920SG Hawcoplast PPS Matt Finish Apcoshield Py 930M, Hawcoplast PPM Texture finish - Hawcoplast PPT Metallic finish - Apcoshield Py 960ME, Hawcoplast PPCP roduct Features Outstanding Durability Excellent UV Resistance properties Good resistance to discoloration Good electrostatic charging properties High resistance to yellowing PRODUCT INFORMATION SHEET Performance Data(For normal baked film at 50 60 micron film thickness on zinc phosphated CRS)Property Observations1.

3 powder Properties Specific GravityTheoretical Coverage(At 100% material utilization)WorkabilityShelf LifeRecommended Film (Depending on colours)100 - 120 Sq. Ft / Kg at 50 microns(Depending on colours)Good6 months from the date of manufacture isstored below 30 C50 70 microns (Depending on colours)2. Initial Film Properties Gloss Level(at 60 Glosshead at the recommended stoving schedule)Appearance Flow / LevellingFor Matt - 10 to 25 For semiglossy 45 to 85 For Glossy > 85 Smooth and uniform filmGood3. Mechanical Properties AdhesionCross cut (2 mm)Impact Resistance Pencil HardnessFlexibility(Conical Mandrel) No loss of adhesion40 160 inlbH passesPasses4.

4 Exterior Durability QUV A 340 Resistance500 hours50% gloss retention5. Chemical Resistance Salt Spray Test(5% NaCl Solution) Humidity Resistance 42 48 C, Rh 100%Acid Resistance 5% H2SO4 for 72 hours dip testAlkali Resistance 5% NaOH for 72 hours dip test 500 hours passes1000 hours passesPassesPasses PRODUCT INFORMATION SHEET Directions for UseProcessPurposeRecommendationSurface PreparationDegreasingTo remove oil and dust from aluminiumChromatingTo improve anti-corrosive performanceand adhesion of paint film to chromateconversion steelPhosphatingTo improve anti-corrosive performanceand adhesion of paint film to steelsubstratesPassivated Zinc

5 Phosphate(Coating wt. )Note : Process to be followed as per chemical manufacturer s RecommendationsApplication Voltage60 - 90 KVStoving Schedule180 C (Effective metal temperature) For 10 to 15 minutesIt is essential that the compressed air is completely filtered to avoid contamination by oil,dust or water. Jigs should be clean in order to maintain good earthing. To avoidcontamination, when using different colors, thorough cleaning of the application andrecovery systems must be carried out between each color. Care should be taken in keepingdifferent colors and types of powders well segregated. The total curing time of the film is dependent on several factors like material substrate,thickness & mass of the material and shape of the material.

6 The effective curing time commences when the object has reached the & PackingStorage Store in closed, cool room (below 30 C) in dry condition and in the original to direct sunlight, heat and high humidity should be avoided. For best results, the stack height should not exceed three cartons. Partly used bags must be tightly closed after each removal and stored carefully insidethe carton in a cool dry storage room. For best performance use within six Standard pack size is 10 & 20 kgs Clear powder s pack size is 7 kgs Issue date : June 2004 Disclaimer The above properties have been tested on mild steel, zinc phospated and chromated aluminium panels, at the recommendedfilm the best of our knowledge the INFORMATION provided herein is true and accurate at the date of issuance.

7 Since we have nocontrol over the quality or condition of the substrate or the various factors affecting the use and application of the PRODUCT , wedo not accept any responsibility or liability arising out of use of the PRODUCT . The company reserves the right to modify datacontained herein without prior notice. Any change in data would normally be followed by issue of a new data SHEET . The usershould check with the nearest sales office of the company and confirm the validity of the INFORMATION , prior to using theproduct.