3LPP PRODUCT DATA SHEET
Three Layer Polypropylene Coating
Oil & Gas pipelines
3
2
Large diameter pipelines
Small diameter pipelines
FBE 2 Copolymer Adhesive 3 Polypropylene
High operating temperatures
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
This anti-corrosion system consists of a high performance fusion bonded epoxy (FBE) followed by a
copolymer adhesive and an outer layer of polypropylene which provides the toughest, most durable
pipe coating solution available. 3LPP Systems provide excellent pipeline protection for small and large
diameter pipelines with moderate operating temperatures. High abrasion environments
FEATURES AND BENEFITS
High Temperature Corrosion Protection wide range of thicknesses to cost effectively
meet unique project specifications and
The FBE component of the 3LPP System
performance requirements.
provides excellent adhesion to steel, thereby
providing superior long term corrosion Excellent Mechanical Protection
resistance and protection of pipelines operating
The tough outer layer of polypropylene protects
at high temperatures. The superior adhesion
pipelines during transportation and installation
properties of the FBE also results in excellent
from abrasion and mechanical damage thereby
resistance to cathodic disbondment which
reducing costly repairs When the pipeline is laid
reduces the total cost of cathodic protection
in-ground the polypropylene layer protects
during the operation of the pipeline.
against shear forces, moisture ingress, chemical
Engineered Solutions exposure of the FBE and abrasive soil conditions.
By increasing the thickness of the polypropylene
Advanced manufacturing techniques allow the
outer layer, the 3LPP System can provide the
3LPP System to be customized to your specific
highest level of mechanical protection across
project. The system can be applied to various
many diverse environments without requiring the
pipe diameters from 51 mm (2”) to over 2032
use of costly select backfill.
mm (80”). 3LPP System can also be applied in a
PARTIAL PROJECT LIST
PROJECT LENGTH (km) DIAMETER (”) LOCATION YEAR
Saudi Aramco 35.7 42 Saudi Arabia 2006
Sea Water Transfer Line to UWIPS-3
Dodsal
726.3 10, 12, 16 UAE 2005-06
Inter Refineries Pipeline for Takreer
Technip 100.8
North East Bab, UAE 4, 6, 8, 10 UAE 2004-05
Saudi Aramco
135.9 6 - 16 Saudi Arabia 2000
Khuff Gas Pipelines
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TYPICAL PLANT CAPABILITIES
PROPERTY Typical Value
Minimum Pipe Diameter 51 mm (2”)
Maximum Pipe Diameter 2133 mm (84”)
Minimum Pipe Length 10.5 m (34’)
Maximum Pipe Length 26 m (85’)
Residual Surface Chlorides <15 mg/m2
3LPP
Compressed Air Supply No Moisture / No Oil
Acid Wash Yes
Surface Profile > 85 microns
Surface Finish Near White Metal Sa2½
TYPICAL COATING PROPERTIES
PROPERTY 3LPP
Minimum Recommended Operating Temperature -40°C (-40°F)
APCO Offices
Maximum Recommended Operating Temperature 110°C (230°F)
Khobar
P.O. Box 106,Al-Khobar 31952 PROPERTY Test Standard Temperature Test Results
Saudi Arabia
Telephone: +966-13-882-2933 Flexibility
Fax: +966-13-882-2487 2% strain 0°C No cracks/ No holidays
Bahrain 3% strain 20°C No cracks/ No holidays
Bldg. 1579, Flat 11, Road 80
Abu Saiba 473 Peel Resistance
Budaiya, Bahrain 80 N/cm Required DIN 30678 90°C > 220 N/cm
Telephone: +973-17-592-162
40 N/cm Required 110°C > 150 N/cm
Fax: +973-17-592-163
Impact Resistance (30 Impacts @ 5 J /mm)
APCO Plants
5 J/mm Required DIN 30678 0°C Pass
Jubail 50°C Pass
P.O. Box 834,Jubail 31951
Saudi Arabia Penetration Resistance
Telephone: +966-13-362-0543
Fax: +966-13-362-3815 0.45mm Required DIN 30678 110°C < 0.26 mm
Coating Resistivity
>108 em Required DIN 30678 >1016 em
Elongation % Elongation
>300% DIN 30678 >1400%
Air Entrapment Test Rating 1 – No Air
MFR
Polyethylene ISO 1133 @ 190°C 0.8 g/10min
Copolymer 8.1 g/10min
APPROVALS / INTERNATIONAL STANDARD
CSA Z245.21 DIN 30678 NF ISO 9001:2015 ADCO
DIN 30670 A49-711 DEP.31.40.36.31
PRODUCT APPLICATION PROCESS
Preheat Blast Clean Grind Surface Surface
Defects Inspection
Acid Induction FBE Application Copolymer Extruded
Wash Heat Application Polypropylene
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Quench Stockpile
Electrical
Inspection
The information contained herein is indicative of the types of coatings provided by APCO, and is not intended to be a guarantee that a particular coating will be
suitable for a given application. Since many unique environmental, operating, and design conditions must be considered, the user shall determine the suitability of
APCO_PDS_3LPP_rev011 the coating for the intended use and assume all the risks and liabilities in connection therewith. APCO’s liability is stated in our standard conditions of sale.
