Item Code: 95010K
March 1996
                                                Provides maintenance free PRODUCTION - LONGER
                                                    CERAMIC BRUSH ON
                              TECHNICAL REFERENCE INFORMATION
                                                                         CERAMIC BRUSH ON is a highly advanced
                                                                         thixotropic liquid that contains highly abrasion resistant
                                                                         ceramic particles suspended within a high strength
                                                                         epoxy resin. This coating can be easily applied by brush
                                                                         to equipment to maximize service life by providing
                                                                         protection against abrasion, corrosion and chemical
                                                                         attack.
                                                                         TYPICALLY USED ON:
                                                                         Agitator assemblies             Condensor tube faces
                                                                         Ducting                         Exhaust fans
                                                                         Filter screens                  Flanges
                                                                         Impellors                       Ore processing tanks
                                                                         Pumps                           Screw conveyors
                                                                         Shafts                          Slurry lines
GENERAL PRODUCT INFORMATION                                                     CHEMICAL RESISTANCE
 USERS DATA                                                                     Tested at 21oC. Samples cured for 10 days at 25oC.
                                                                                Curing at elevated temperatures (ie: > 45oC) will improve
 Ratio by weight                                      3:1
                                                                                chemical resistance.
 Ratio by volume                                      2.5:1
 Pot Life 500g minutes @ 24oC                         20
                                                                                 1 = Continuous or long term immersion
 Mixed colour                                         Dark Red                   2 = Short term immersion
                          o
 Mixed consistency @ 24 C                             Thick Liquid               3 = Splash and spills
 Specific gravity when mixed                          1.55                       4 = Avoid contact
 Coverage, kg/m2 @ 1 mm                               1.6
                                                                                 Acetic Acid, 10 %            2     Acetone             2
 TYPICAL CURED PROPERTIES                                                        Acetic Acid, Glacial         2     Ammonium Chloride 1
                                                                                 Hydrochloric Acid, 5 %       1     Beer                1
 Compressive strength ASTM D695, Mpa                  74
                                                                                 Hydrochloric Acid, 10 %      1     Dichloromethane     4
 Tensile strength ASTM D638, Mpa                      28                         Hydrochloric Acid, conc      2     Diesel Fuel         1
 Flexural strength ASTM D790, Mpa                     35                         Nitric Acid, 5 %             2     Isopropyl Alcohol   1
 Hardness, Shore D                                    90                         Nitric Acid, 10 %            3     Kerosene            1
                                                                                 Phosphoric Acid, 5 %         1     Petrol              1
 Thermal conductivity ATSM C177, Kcal/m.hro C         0.42
                                                                                 Phosphoric Acid, 20 %        2     Salt Water          1
 Coefficient of thermal expansion ASTM C531           3.7                        Sulfuric Acid, 5 %           2     Sewage              1
 (cm/cm/o C) x 10-5                                                              Sulfuric Acid, 20 %          3     Skydrol             1
                                                                                 Ammonium Hydroxide, 5 %      1     Sodium Cyanide      1
 Dielectric constant ASTM D150 (150KHz)               3.0
                                                                                 Ammonium Hydroxide, 20 %     1     Sodium Hypochlorite 1
 Maximum operating temperature, o C                   115                        Potassium Hydroxide, 5 %     1     Toluene             2
 Heat deflection temperature ASTM D648, C   o
                                                      75                         Potassium Hydroxide, 20 %    1     Trichloroethane     2
                                                                                 Sodium Hydroxide, 5 %        1     Wine                1
 Cure to handling @ 5mm, Minutes                      90
                                                                                 Sodium Hydroxide, 20 %       1     Xylene              1
 Cure time @ 5mm, Hours                               24
This information is supplied as an indicative reference only. Caution should be used where direct comparisons are to be made.
SURFACE PREPARATION                                                                      CLEAN UP
It is essential that all surfaces to be treated are properly prepared to obtain a        Clean tools and equipment immediately after use with Cleanup or a heavy
strong bond between the substrate and the product.                                       duty industrial hand cleaner or detergent.
• All oil, dirt and other loose contamination must be removed by washing,
  degreasing or blasting.
                                                                                         CURE
• Surfaces should preferably be abrasive blasted although roughening using               Variations in cure may arise due to the amount of material being applied, the
  mechanical alternatives such as wire brush or abrasive disc can be used to             thickness of material being applied, the surface temperature, and the product
  leave a clean surface, free of scale, rust and other foreign substances.               temperature. The cure may be increased by applying external heat to the
For maximum adhesion to metallic surfaces, grit blast to expose a sound                  prepared surface before application of the product. This can be done with heat
substrate with a nominal surface profile of 50-80 micron. Application should             lamps or other heat sources. The cure may be decreased by cooling the product
take place immediately after preparation to avoid oxidation of the freshly               before mixing.
prepared surface.                                                                        SHELF LIFE
Surfaces that have been exposed to extreme environments such as continuous
                                                                                         Store away from heat and direct sunlight. A minimum of 2 years should be
operation in sea water or petroleum products may necessitate alternate
                                                                                         expected if held in original unopened containers.
preparation procedures. Consult National or International standards where
possible.                                                                                WARRANTY
APPLICATION                                                                              Since the storage, handling and use of this product is beyond our control, this
                                                                                         product is supplied without guarantee. Furthermore, nothing should be
Apply a very thin scratch or smear coat directly to the prepared surface to              construed as a recommendation to use this product in conflict with existing
maximize surface contact before proceeding to apply additional product to                patents.
the desired build. Ensure product has been worked into all cracks and voids
to eliminate air bubbles. If applying several coats or layers, any previously
applied product must be roughened if it has been left to cure for more than 24
hours.
Material Safety Data (PART A)                                                            Material Safety Data (PART B)
U.N. Number                                       None Allocated                         U.N. Number                                         None Allocated
Dangerous Goods Class                                                                    Dangerous Goods Class
and Subsidiary Risk:                              None Allocated                         and Subsidiary Risk:                                None Allocated
Hazchem Code:                                     None Allocated                         Hazchem Code:                                       None Allocated
Poisons Schedule:                                 5                                      Poisons Schedule:                                   5
Physical Description / Properties                                                        Physical Description / Properties
Colour:                                           Dark Red                               Colour:                                             Off White/Pink
Odour:                                            Slight                                 Odour:                                              Slight Amine
Percent Volatiles:                                0%                                     Percent Volatiles:                                  0%
Specific Gravity:                                 1.6                                    Specific Gravity:                                   1.32
Solubility in Water:                              Non Soluble                            Solubility in Water:                                Non Soluble
Flash Point (o C):                                Non Flammable                          Flash Point (o C):                                  Non Flammable
Flammability Limits:                              Not Applicable                         Flammability Limits:                                Not Applicable
Ingredient Chemical entity                                                  Proportion   Ingredient Chemical entity                                                   Proportion
Epoxy Resin                                                                    Medium    Polyamide/Aliphatic Amine Prepolymer                                           Medium
Ceramics (eg: Aluminium Oxide)                                                 Medium    Ceramics (eg: Aluminium Oxide)                                                 Medium
Natural Fillers (eg: Talc, Titanium Dioxide)                                   Low       Thixotropes & Suspending Agents (eg: Cellulose)                                Low
Thixotropes & Suspending Agents (eg: Cellulose)                                Low
                   (High>60%)   (Medium 10% - 60%)         (Low<10%)                                     (High>60%)        (Medium 10% - 60%)         (Low<10%)
HEALTH HAZARD INFORMATION                                                                SAFE HANDLING INFORMATION
Health Effects                                                                           Storage:                    No special transporting requirements. When storing, do
                                                                                                                     not allow to freeze and store below 35 oC. i.e. Store
Swallowed:                Possible irritant. Can result in nausea, vomiting, stomach                                 between 5 oC and 35oC.
                          pain or discomfort.                                            Spills and Disposals:       Pick up and consult local authorities for disposal.
Eye:                      Irritation, no corneal damage likely.                                                      Alternatively, cure as per directions for use and landfill.
Skin:                     Possible irritant. Prolonged or repeated uncontrolled          Fire/Explosion Hazard:      This product is non flammable, it may burn although auto
                          exposure may lead to dermatitic effects.                                                   ignition is highly unlikely. Fumes in the form of oxides of
Inhaled:                  None likely, unless heated to extremely high temperatures,                                 carbon and nitrogen will be evolved during combustion.
                          in which case irritation of the respiratory tract may occur.                               Self contained breathing apparatus should be available
                                                                                                                     for firemen and water sprays, foam, dry chemical or CO2
First Aid                                                                                                            should be used.
Swallowed:                DO NOT induce vomiting. Give a glass of water and
                          contact a doctor or the Poisons Information Centre.            This MSD summarises our best knowledge of the health and safety hazard
Eye:                      Hold eye lids open and flood with water for 15 minutes.        information of the product and how to safely handle and use the product in the workplace.
                          See a doctor.                                                  Each user should read this MSD and consider the information in the context of how the
Skin:                     Remove contaminated clothing, wash affected area with          product will be handled and used in the workplace including use in conjunction with
                          soap and water. If swelling or blisters occur, seek            other products. If clarification or further information is needed to ensure that an appro-
                          medical attention.                                             priate risk assessment can be made, the user should contact the manufacturer.
Inhaled:                  Not considered likely, however, if effects are perceived,
                          remove to fresh air and rinse mouth and nasal passage
                                                                                         PROLONG PRODUCTS ARE MANUFACTURED BY
                          with water.
                                                                                         PEERLESS INDUSTRIAL SYSTEMS PTY LTD
                                                                                         73 Robinson Ave, Belmont, Western Australia, 6104
PRECAUTIONS FOR USE                                                                      Telephone:   (61) (08) 9477 3788   Facsimile:     (61) (08) 9477 3766
Exposure limits:          Not determined for this product.
Ventilation:              Conventional airflow is generally acceptable. In confined
                          areas, exhaust fans should be utilised in accordance with
                          proper safe handling procedures.
Personal protection:      Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Wear coveralls, rubber
                          gloves and eye protection while handling.
Flammability:             Non flammable.