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Plasite 4500 S
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S E L E C T I O N & S P E C I F I C AT I O N D ATA
Generic Type 100% Solids epoxy
Plasite 4500 S is a 100% solids, flake-filled, premium epoxy coating designed for internal steel and
concrete tanks and pipe lining. It is a two component system consisting of four-parts by volume of
Description Part A resin and one part by volume of Part B hardener. It is applied by plural component or single
component spray equipment, in a one-coat application (20-60 mils) for internal lining applications. It
also meets AWWA C210 specification.
• High impact resistance
• Superior adhesion to steel and concrete
• Resistance to a broad range of chemicals
• Can be applied in a one-coat application up to 60 mils
Features • Can be sprayed using single component airless equipment
• VOC compliant
• *NSF 61 certified
* Valid if manufactured at certified location
Color Light gray, light blue, and white. Use light grey for potable water service.
Priming may be required in situations where outgassing could be a problem.
Primer
Consult Carboline for primer recommendations.
20 - 30 mils (508 - 762 microns) per coat
Dry Film Thickness Most applications are applied in a single coat at 20-30 mils (500-750 microns). May be applied at
heavier thicknesses up to 60 mils (1500 microns) as needed or specified.
See Shelf Life for film build limitations.
VOC Values As Supplied : 0.0
S U B S T R AT E S & S U R F A C E P R E PA R AT I O N
Surfaces must be clean and dry. Employ adequate methods to remove dirt, dust, oil and all other
General
contaminants that could interfere with adhesion of the coating.
Cleanliness: Abrasive blast to SSPC-SP10 (minimum)
Steel Profile: Minimum 3 mil (75 micron) dense, sharp anchor profile free of peening, as measured by
ASTM D 4417. Defects exposed by blasting must be repaired.
Aluminum Consult Carboline Technical Service
Concrete shall be designed, placed, cured, and prepared per NACE No. 6/SSPC-SP 13, latest
Concrete or CMU edition. Abrade to remove all laitance, loose concrete, etc. and to create surface profile in
accordance with the appropriate ICRI CSP 5-7.
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Test Method System Results
Bond Strength (Steel) Plasite 4500 S 1700 psi
Flexural Modulus of 6
Plasite 4500 S 5.9 psi x 10
Elasticity (ASTM D-790)
Flexural Strength (ASTM D-790) Plasite 4500 S 10,800 psi
Hardness (ASTM D-2240 Shore D) Plasite 4500 S 70+
Tensile Strength (ASTM D-638) Plasite 4500 S 7,000 psi
MIXING & THINNING
For Single Component Spray:
Use Jiffy type mixers for all mixing and stirring. When operating the mixer avoid plunging it up and
down in the bucket, this can fold air into the resin, which may cause bubbles to form in the coating
after it has been applied. Individually stir each separate Part A and Part B component to a smooth,
uniform consistency and color. Any sediment in the container must be thoroughly scraped up and
redispersed.
Mixing
To prepare the material for spraying, mix Part A with a jiffy type mechanical mixer for two
minutes, mix Part B until color is well blended, then mix Part A and Part B together for two
minutes using the jiffy mixer. When using a 45:1, set the mixed material under the pump (it
is best to remove the siphon tube and pump directly from the bottom of the pump) and start
spraying. The air pressure required will vary between 55-65 lbs.
The mixed material temperature should be 75-85 °F (24-38 °C) for best spraying.
Thinning No thinner is recommended
Pot Life 45-60 minutes at 75 °F (24 °C)
A P P L I C AT I O N E Q U I P M E N T G U I D E L I N E S
Listed below are general equipment guidelines for the application of this product. Job site conditions may require modifications
to these guidelines to achieve the desired results.
Single Component Airless Spray
All filters should be removed from the pump
Air ratio 45:1
Airless Spray
Material hose 3/8” I.D. (minimum) not to exceed 100 ln ft
Fluid nozzle 0.019-0.35"
Inline filter of 60 mesh if desired
Fixed ratio pump 4:1 by volume
Heated hoppers and hoses
50 ft whip hose
self-cleaning reverse-a-tip spray nozzle 0.19-0.35"
Plural Spray Note: The “A” side should be at a minimum of 110 °F (43 °C) and the the “B” side at 90-100 °F
(32-38 °C). This will ensure proper spraying of Plasite 4500 S.
Take care to prevent the mixed material from setting up in your hoses. For best results, keep your
hoses as short as possible, purge them immediately if work is interrupted, keep them out of direct
sunlight and insulated from hot surfaces.
Brush & Roller Brush/Roll: Normally recommended for touch-up or repair areas. Consult Technical Service or your
(General) local representative for specific guidelines and procedures.
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Before mixing and applying any material, make sure environmental conditions are satisfactory
for application. Weather conditions, and especially dew point, should be constantly monitored
in light of the work being done. Final blast cleaning and application of the lining system must
only be performed when it is clear the temperature of the steel substrate will not fall within 5 °F
(3 °C) of the dew point. Dehumidification and/or temperature control may be necessary to meet
this requirement. Use a surface thermometer to frequently monitor the temperature of the steel
substrate.this requirement.
Spray: Immediately before applying a spray coat, stripe all continuous welds and edges with a
brush-coat to assure adequate protection of these areas.
All spray equipment should be clean and in proper working order. Contact Carboline Technical Service for start-up
and clean-up procedures.
Adjust pressure to 50-70 psi and open the valves at the manifold and purge materials at the spray
gun. Attach spray tip and begin to spray. Dependent upon tip size, each pass will be 8-14 mil
(200-350 microns) per pass. Apply material to specified thickness. Apply criss-cross multi-passes,
General
moving gun at a fairly rapid rate, maintaining a wet appearing film. Use a wet film thickness gauge
to monitor film build.
LINING REPAIR
Before any touch-up or recoat material can be applied, the first coat must be properly prepared for
intercoat adhesion.
The first coat must be cured firm to the touch. Coating on floors must be able to support foot traffic
If the first coat cures more than 24-hours, lightly sand or mechanically abrade the surface after
scrubbing it down with soap and water.
Any surface to be touched up or recoated should be protected. When the recoat material is applied,
the surface must be dry and free of all dirt, dust, debris, oil, grease and other contamination.
Force curing may be desirable in certain circumstances. Check with Carboline’s Technical Service
Department. Plasite 4500 S does have a propensity to blush during its cure cycle. The blush is to
be removed before top-coating or placing this material into potable water service.
Film build decreases with age
Fresh: Over 60 mils
Dry Film Thickness
3-6 months: 30-50 mils
After 6 months: less than 30 mils
A P P L I C AT I O N C O N D I T I O N S
Condition Material Surface Ambient Humidity
Minimum 75°F (24°C) 50°F (10°C) 50°F (10°C) 0%
Maximum 80°F (27°C) 100°F (38°C) 100°F (38°C) 90%
Substrate temperature should be 5 °F (3 °C) above the dew point.
CURING SCHEDULE
Limited Chemical
Surface Temp. Dry to Touch Firm Service Final Cure
Service
50°F (10°C) 48 Hours 72 Hours 5 Days 14 Days
75°F (24°C) 18 Hours 24 Hours 36 Hours 7 Days
CLEANUP & SAFETY
Clean with Plasite Thinner 2. In case of spillage, absorb and dispose of in accordance with local
Cleanup
applicable regulations.
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CLEANUP & SAFETY
Read and follow all caution statements on this product data sheet and on the SDS for this product.
Safety
Employ normal workmanlike safety precautions. Keep container closed when not in use.
When used in enclosed areas, thorough air circulation must be used during and after application
until the coating is cured. The ventilation system should be capable of preventing the solvent vapor
Ventilation concentration from reaching the lower explosion limit for the solvents used. User should test and
monitor exposure levels to insure all personnel are below guidelines. If not sure or if not able to
monitor levels, use MSHA/NIOSH approved respirator.
This product contains flammable solvents. Keep away from sparks and open flames. All electrical
equipment and installations should be made and grounded in accordance with the National Electric
Caution
Code. In areas where explosion hazards exist, workers should be required to use non-ferrous tools
and wear conductive and non-sparking shoes.
T E S T I N G / C E R T I F I C AT I O N / L I S T I N G
All linings used for potable water service must be cleaned to local specifications to meet potable
water standards. There are several methods to disinfect and prepare a tank for service. The
following is a synopsis of Method 2 of ANSI/AWWA Standard (C652) for Disinfection of Water-
Storage Facilities.
1. Thoroughly rinse the entire tank
Underwriters 2. Apply a solution of Sodium Hypochlorite (household bleach) of 200 mg/liter (0.02% solution) for a
Laboratories, Inc. period of 30 minutes
3. Thoroughly rinse with clean water
4. Check the surface with pH paper
5. The pH should be 6.8 to 7.2
Plasite 4500 S does have a propensity to blush during its cure cycle. The blush is to be removed
before top-coating or placing this material into potable water service.
PA C K A G I N G , H A N D L I N G & S T O R A G E
1 Gallon Kit
Part A (resin): 1 gallon (partial) pail
Part B (hardener): 1 quart can of 4500S/4550S
Packaging
5 Gallon Kit
Part A (resin): 5 gallon (partial) pail
Part B (hardener): 1 gallon can of 4500S/4550S
Part A: 6 months to 24 months
Part B: 24 months
The film build (per coat) will decrease with age of the part A as follows but the cure mechanism and
Shelf Life performance is not affected
3 months or less: Over 60 mils (1524 microns) is typical
3-6 months: 30-50 mils (762-1270 microns) is typical
6 months or older: Can be less than 30 mils (762 microns)
Follow intercoat preparation requirements when applying multiple coats
Storage Temperature & Store tightly sealed in original container at 50-85 °F (10-29 °C)
Humidity
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PA C K A G I N G , H A N D L I N G & S T O R A G E
Part A: 310 °F (154 °C)
Flash Point (Setaflash)
Part B: 485 °F (251 °C)
WA R R A N T Y
To the best of our knowledge the technical data contained herein is true and accurate on the date of publication and is subject
to change without prior notice. User must contact Carboline Company to verify correctness before specifying or ordering. No
guarantee of accuracy is given or implied. We guarantee our products to conform to Carboline quality control. We assume no
responsibility for coverage, performance, injuries or damages resulting from use. Carbolines sole obligation, if any, is to replace
or refund the purchase price of the Carboline product(s) proven to be defective, at Carbolines option. Carboline shall not be liable
for any loss or damage. NO OTHER WARRANTY OR GUARANTEE OF ANY KIND IS MADE BY CARBOLINE, EXPRESS OR
IMPLIED, STATUTORY, BY OPERATION OF LAW, OR OTHERWISE, INCLUDING MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A
PARTICULAR PURPOSE. All of the trademarks referenced above are the property of Carboline International Corporation unless
otherwise indicated.
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