Technical Specifications

EPOXY
TECHNICAL DATA
RO-139
HIGH PERFORMANCE
9100 SYSTEM DTM EPOXY MASTIC
3
Form: ARJ-1503
Rev.: 071320
PRODUCT APPLICATION (cont.)
APPLICATION (cont.)
POOLS:
When used with Immersion Activator, the DTM Epoxy
Mastic premix bases can be used as a pool coating over existing
epoxy pool coatings, new bare concrete, plaster, Gunite, and
fiberglass. The pool must be completely empty and dry before
coating. After pool is emptied, this typically requires 7- 10 days
depending on temperature and humidity. To test the dryness of
concrete, Gunite or plaster pool surfaces, securely tape a 2 ft. by
2 ft. piece of clear plastic onto a horizontal and vertical surface at
the deep end of the pool. Check after 24 hours. If water
condensation is visible under the plastic, this is an indication that
the surface is not completely dry, and NOT suitable for coating.
Allow additional dry time and retest. Follow surface preparation,
mixing and application instructions. Avoid painting in midday sun.
Application is recommended early in the day or late in the
afternoon when at least 2 hours of sunlight remain after
completion of the job.
Allow minimum of 5-7 sunny days cure before filling pool. Early
contact with water can cause premature fading, chalking and
blistering. Super chlorinated water can cause a bleached-out
appearance. Sunlight and UV will cause chalking and fading.
Do not
use over: 1) chlorinated rubber, 2) synthetic rubber, 3)
vinyl, 4) acrylic.
NOTE: In swimming pool service, early chalking may occur if the
water pH is outside the range of 7.2-7.6 and/or if the water
temperature exceeds 100°F (38°C). Not recommended for use in hot
tubs.
EQUIPMENT RECOMMENDATIONS
(Comparable equipment also suitable.)
BRUSH
: Use a good quality natural or synthetic bristle brush.
ROLLER:
Use a good quality lamb’s wool or synthetic fiber (3/8-
1/2"nap).
AIR–ATOMIZED SPRAY
Method
Fluid Tip
Fluid Delivery
Atomized
Pressure
Pressure
0.055-0.070
10-16 oz./min.
25-60 psi
Siphon
0.055-0.070
--
25-60 psi
HVLP
0.043-0.070
8-10 oz./min.
10 psi (at tip)
AIRLESS SPRAY
Fluid Pressure
Fluid Tip
Filter Mesh
1,800-3,000 psi
0.013-0.017
100
THINNING
Thinning is normally not required, except for air-atomized spray.
For air-atomized spray application, thin only up to 10% by volume
with 160402 Thinner after the components have been mixed. If
the coating is going to be used in immersion service, 9102 or
9104 activator, then, use up to 10% 165402 Thinner for air-
atomized spray and up to 5% of 165402 Thinner for airless spray.
NOTE: Addition of more than 10% of 160402 or 165402 Thinner
will cause VOC to exceed 340 g/l. In this case, 333402 VOC
exempt thinner can be used if needed.
NOTE:
When using the Satin Activator, thin only with 333402
Thinner to maintain the VOC <250 g/l.
PRODUCT APPLICATION (cont)
MIXING
Both the base and activator components are highly
pigmented. Mix each component thoroughly to ensure any
settled pigment is re-dispersed before combining the
components together. Combine at a 1:1 ratio by volume in a
container large enough to hold the total volume. Mix
thoroughly for 2-3 minutes. Power mixing is preferred. Do not
mix more material than you plan to use within the listed pot
life.
CLEAN-UP
Use 160402 or 165402 Thinner.
SHELF LIFE
Base components 3 years
6
Activators 2 years
6
6
Unopened containers. Some settling may occur requiring mechanical mixing
to redisperse pigment.
PERFORMANCE CHARACTERISTICS
SYSTEM TESTED
DTM EPOXY MASTIC WITH 9101 Activator
PENCIL HARDNESS
METHOD: ASTM D3363
RESULT: B (7 days), 4H (30 days)
CONICAL FLEXIBILITY
METHOD: ASTM D522
RESULT: >32%
CYCLIC PROHESION
Rating 1-10, 10=best
METHOD: ASTM D5894, 2300 hours
RESULT: 10 ASTM D714 for blistering
RESULT: 10 ASTM D1654 for corrosion
IMPACT RESISTANCE (direct)
METHOD: ASTM D2794
RESULT:160 in. lbs.
ALKALI RESISTANCE
METHOD: ASTM D1308
RESULT: No effect
TABER ABRASION
METHOD: ASTM D4060, CS-17 wheels, 500 gram load, 1000 cycles
RESULT: 125 mg loss
GLOSS
METHOD: ASTM D4587
RESULT: 80%
CAUTION: Exposure of the 9100 System during the curing stage of
the coating to the by-products of propane combustion may cause
discoloration to occur. During application and curing, propane fueled
fork-lifts and other vehicles or propane fueled heaters should not be
used in the area until the coating is fully cured. At least 72 hours.