Download the Kynar Aquatec® CRX Technical Data Sheets
New Fluoropolymer Topcoat Standard for Protective and Restoration Coatings
Presentation by Dr. Kurt Wood, Arkema Inc., Chair, SSPC C.1.8 Committee
A Superior Water-Based Protective Coating
Protective coatings formulated with Kynar Aquatec® PVDF latex, a fluoropolymer technology, resists dirt accumulation, mold and mildew growth and has exceptional longevity and weathering resistance due to the polymer’s unique chemical structure.
Kynar Aquatec®
Protective Coating Benefits:
- Exceptional Color Retention and Durability
- Lower Maintenance Costs, Fewer Scheduled Cleanings and Recoats
- Resists Dirt Accumulation and Mold & Mildew Growth
- Reflective Coatings Can Lower Internal Tank Temperatures
Protective Coatings with Kynar Aquatec® latex can be formulated to meet:
SSPC Paint 36, AWWA D102-17, IEEE Std C57.12.28
Kynar Aquatec® Protective Coatings Case Studies
Protective Coating Applications requiring SSPC Paint No. 36
Includes:
- Tank exteriors
- Rail cars and locomotives
- Pipelines
- Conveyors
- Bridges
- Wind Towers - onshore and off shore
- Off shore platforms - exploration and production
*Complies with ISO 12944-5 C5I and C5M topcoat requirements
Protective Coating
Formulated with Kynar Aquatec® CRX
General Properties
|
Property |
Testing Protocol |
Test Summary |
Protective Coating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chemical Resistance | ASTM D5402 SOLVENT (MEK) RESISTANCE |
No topcoat visible on a test cloth saturated with MEK after four sets of 25 double-rubs |
Pass
|
|
Accelerated Weathering |
ASTM D4587 |
Level 3A: 3000 hrs,375hr Cycles, Color Change |
Pass
|
|
Chalking Resistance
|
ASTM D4214 |
Maximum chalking level of 6 using Reference |
Pass
|
|
Impact Resistance
|
ASTM D2794 |
Direct Impact Strength 4.2 kilograms of force |
Pass
|
|
Paint Stability
|
ASTM D1849 |
<10 Krebs Units after 30 days at 52 ± 1 °C (126 ± 2 °F) |
Pass
|
Protective Coating made with
Kynar Aquatec® CRX vs. Competitive Resins
General Chemical Resistance
| Property | Testing Protocol | Test Summary | Kynar Aquatec® CRX | Premium Polyurethane |
Polysiloxane |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chemical Immersion | ASTM D6943-15 1 hour immersions at 25°C (77°F) | 100% (Wt. ) Toluene | No Change | Not Tested | Fail |
| 100% (Wt.) Methanol | No Change | No Change | Fail | ||
| 100% (Wt.) Gasoline | No Change | No Change | No Change | ||
| Chemical Spot Test | 16 hour spot at 25°C (77°F) | 10% (Wt.) Nitric Acid | Slight Yellowing | Slight Yellowing | Slight Yellowing |
| 10% (Wt.) Hydrochloric Acid | No Change | No Change | Slight Yellowing | ||
| 10% (Wt.) Sodium Hydroxide | Brown Discoloration | Yellow Discoloration | Fail |