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2-component, fast-curing, heavy-duty, high-build anti-corrosive epoxy coating with a broad and versatile list of uses in marine and other corrosive environments.
Please note: This item is Made To Order subject to a MOQ of 44 units and an extended lead time of 10 working days
- Replaces Nullifire PM018 Primer or Top Seal
- Excellent immersion performance in both fresh and sea water
- Suitable as a rust preventive coating in ballast tanks and hull applications
- Ideal for sub-sea installations, jackets and other areas exposed to sea water
- Can be applied as low as 5°C (40°F)
- Good flexibility
- Very good abrasion resistance
- High solids; low VOC
Nullifire have made the decision in March 2023 to rebrand Nullifire PM018 Primer or Top Seal as Carboline Carbomastic 18 FC – please see a letter explaining the changes HERE.
Description
Carboline Carbomastic 18 FC is a two-component, fast-curing, heavy-duty, high-build anti-corrosive epoxy coating with a broad and versatile list of uses in marine and other corrosive environments.
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- Features and Benefits
- Product Specification
- Drying Times
- Surface Preparation
- Application Methods
- Application Conditions
- Health and Safety
Features and Benefits
- Excellent immersion performance in both fresh and sea water
- Suitable as a rust preventive coating in ballast tanks and hull applications
- Ideal for sub-sea installations, jackets and other areas exposed to sea water
- Can be applied as low as 5°C (40°F)
- Good flexibility
- Very good abrasion resistance
- High solids; low VOC
Product Specification
| Technical Data | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carboline Carbomastic 18 FC | ||||||
| Volume Solids: | 85% +/- 2% | |||||
| Theoretical Coverage Rate: | 33.5 m²/l at 25 microns (1363 ft²/gal at 1.0 mils) | |||||
| 6.7 m²/l at 125 microns (273 ft²/gal at 5.0 mils) | ||||||
| 4.2 m²/l at 200 microns (170 ft²/gal at 8.0 mils) | ||||||
| Allow for loss in mixing and application | ||||||
| Dry Film Thickness: | 127 - 203 microns (5 - 8 mils) per coat | |||||
| Normally applied in 175 microns)thicknesses. May be applied up to 20 mils (500 microns) in one or more coats depending on application | ||||||
| Wet Film Thickness: | 150 - 590 µm per coat, normally 205 µm | |||||
| Dry Temperature Resistance: | Continuous: 121°C (250°F) | |||||
| Non-Continuous: 149°C (300°F) | ||||||
| Epoxies discolour (darken) when exposed to elevated temperatures | ||||||
| Topcoats: | Normally not topcoated for submerged exposures, otherwise topcoat according to Carboline recommendations | |||||
| Limitations: | Epoxies lose gloss, discolour and eventually chalk in sunlight exposure | |||||
| Not recommended for immersion in aromatic or ketone solvents or strong oxidizing acids | ||||||
| Flash Point: | Part A: 27°C (80°F) | |||||
| Part B: 32°C (90°F) | ||||||
| Shelf Life: | 24 months at 5°-45°C (40°F-110°F) | |||||
| Shelf Life: (actual stated shelf life) when kept at recommended storage conditions and in original unopened containers. | ||||||
| Storage Temperature and Humidity: | 5°-45°C (40°F-110°F) | |||||
| 0-100% Relative Humidity | ||||||
Drying Times
| Curing Schedule | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Surface Temp. | Dry to Recoat | Final Cure | ||||
| 5°C (41°F) | 17 Hours | 15 Days | ||||
| 10°C (50°F) | 10 Hours | 12 Days | ||||
| 15°C (59°F) | 6.5 Hours | 9 Days | ||||
| 20°C (68°F) | 4 Hours | 7 Days | ||||
| 25°C (77°F) | 3 Hours | 5 Days | ||||
- These times are based on a recommended dry film thickness. Higher than recommended film thicknesses, insufficient ventilation, or cooler temperatures will require longer cure times and could result in solvent entrapment and premature failure.
- Maximum recoating time is 1-2 months depending on temperature and curing conditions. If exceeded, contact Rawlins on Tech - 0113 2455450 (option 2) or [email protected] for further information about recoating procedures.
Surface Preparation
General
- Surfaces must be clean and dry
- Employ adequate methods to remove dirt, dust, oil, and all other contaminants that could interfere with adhesion of the coating.
- Carboline Surface Cleaner 3 is recommended
- Steel, concrete or suitable primer such as Carbozinc 858. Can be applied directly to galvanised steel, aluminium and stainless steel
Steel
- Immersion: (SSPC-SP10) with a 2-3 mil surface profile
- Non-Immersion: (SSPC-SP2) minimum is acceptable
Application Methods
| Product Information | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixing: | Power mix separately, then combine and power mix. Do not mix partial kits. | ||||
| Thinning: | Up to 15% with Thinner 2 | ||||
| Ratio: | 1:1 Ratio (Part A to B) by Volume | ||||
| Pot Life: | 2 Hours at 24°C and less at higher temperatures | ||||
| Airless Spray: | Pump Ratio: 30:1 min | ||||
| Volume Output: 3.0 gpm min | |||||
| Material Hose: 3/8” I.D. min | |||||
| Tip Size: 0.019-0.025” | |||||
| Output Pressure: 2200-2400 psi | |||||
| Filter Size: 60 mesh | |||||
| Brush and Roller: | For small areas only. Multiple coats may be required to obtain desired appearance, recommended dry film thickness and adequate hiding. Use a good quality brush or medium nap synthetic core roller. | ||||
| Brush: | Use a medium bristle brush | ||||
| Roller: | Use a medium nap phenolic core roller | ||||
Application Conditions
| Product Conditions | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Condition | Material | Surface | Ambient | Humidity | |
| Minimum | 4°C (40°F) | 2°C (35°F) | 2°C (35°F) | 0% | |
| Maximum | 35°C (95°F) | 52°C (125°F) | 38°C (100°F) | 85% | |
- Industry standards are for substrate temperatures to be 5°F above the dew point
- Condensation due to substrate temperatures below the dew point can cause flash rusting on prepared steel
- Special application techniques may be required above or below normal application conditions
Health and Safety
Clean Up
- Use Thinner 2
- In case of spillage, absorb and dispose of in accordance with local applicable regulations
Safety
- Read and follow all caution statements on this product data sheet and on the safety data sheet for this product
- Employ normal workmanlike safety precautions
Ventilation
- When used as a tank lining or 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 concentration from reaching the lower explosion limit for the solvents used
- User should test and monitor exposure levels to ensure all personnel are below guidelines
Caution
- 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 applicable local regulations
- In areas where explosion hazards exist, workmen should be required to use non-ferrous tools and wear conductive and non-sparking shoes
- Refer to the product data sheet and safety data sheet in the attachments section above for further details
Product Details
10612-992086
Data sheet
- Manufacturer
- Nullifire
- For Use On
- Steel
- Application Method
- Brush, Roller
- Sheen
- Semi-Gloss
- Colour
- Standard / Ready Mixed
- VOC Levels
- Low (50-149 g/l)
- Single, Two or Three Pack
- Two-Pack
- Pack Size
- 5L
- Mixing Ratio
- 1:1 Ratio (Part A to B) by Volume
- Dry to Recoat (at 20°C)
- 4 Hours
- Fully Cured (at 20°C)
- 7 Days
- Coverage
- 33.5 m²/l at 25 microns (1363 ft²/gal at 1.0 mils) - 6.7 m²/l at 125 microns (273 ft²/gal at 5.0 mils) - 4.2 m²/l at 200 microns (170 ft²/gal at 8.0 mils)
- Recommended Thinner/Cleaner
- Carboline Thinner 2
- Compatible Topcoats
- Normally not topcoated for submerged exposures, otherwise topcoat according to Carboline recommendations.
- Max. Application Temperature
- Material: 35°C (95°F) - Surface: 52°C (125°F) - Ambient: 38°C (100°F) - Humidity: 85%
- Min. Application Temperature
- Material: 4°C (40°F) - Surface: 2°C (35°F) - Ambient: 2°C (35°F) - Humidity: 0%
- Solids by Volume
- 85% +/- 2%
- Shelf Life (from date of manufacture)
- 24 months at 40°F-110°F
- Recommended Dry Film Thickness
- 127 - 203 microns (5 - 8 mils) per coat
- Recommended Wet Film Thickness
- 150 - 590 µm per coat, normally 205 µm
- UN Number (Activator)
- UN3469
- UN Number (Base)
- UN1263
- Dry to Recoat (at 10°C)
- 10 Hours
- Fully Cured (at 10°C)
- 12 Days
- Pot Life
- 2 Hours at 75°F and less at higher temperatures.
- Base Type
- Epoxy
- Suitable For Use On
- Ships
- Suitable For Use On
- Ballast Tanks
- Suitable For Use On
- Offshore Applications
- Finish
- Semi-Gloss
- Application Method
- Brush
- Application Method
- Roller
- Product Usage Type
- Primer & Topcoat
- Colour Family
- Off-White
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IMPORTANT SHIPPING & DELIVERY INFORMATION
Nullifire PM018 Primer/Top Seal is only available with the shipping and delivery timescales listed below - please do not contact our Customer Support Team with enquiries about alternative or earlier shipping and delivery times.
Saturdays and Sundays, as well as Bank Holidays, are not classed as working days.
Orders placed after the cut-off for this product will not be processed for earliest dispatch until 9am the next working day.
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*All estimates are based on theoretical consumption rates for a single coat and do not take into account any substrate deviations or wastage
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