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Range H4H Excellent, 40100 1090 All colors, clear and textures 1,000 hrs. minimum 1,000 hrs. minimum 10 min at 400 F (204 C) to 25 min at 350 F (177 C)

Hardness (pencil) Impact Resistance (in.-lbs) Gloss (60 deg. meter) Color Salt Spray Condensing Humidity Cure range (Typ. 2 mil (0.05mm) film time at Metal temp.)

Note: All of the performance properties are dependent on proper pretreatment of the substrate, proper application, and proper curing.

Coating Selection

The first step in the coating selection process is to define your finished product requirements. With a specification, a manufacturer can work with a coating supplier to get just the right coating formulated for their specific need. In selecting a thermosetting powder type from a powder coating supplier, it is advised that the following thoughts be kept in focus throughout the selection process and during negotiation with suppliers. The key selection factors are: Demonstrated film performance Demonstrated application characteristics Cost performance balance Testing of performance issues is important. For example, if the product will be used outdoors, resistance to UV light and outdoor weatherability should be tested. The exposure chart on page I/12 shows the results of testing for comparative gloss retention of different powder formulations. The properties of any particular powder will vary even if they are the same chemistry. Formulators can produce materials to meet specific needs.

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80 TGIC Polyester Gloss % (60) 60 Urethane Polyester

40 Hybrid 20 Epoxy 2 4 6 8 10 Exposure Time, Months Gloss Retention Outdoor Exposure in Florida 12

This is a summary of the key properties of each generic type of thermosetting powder as discussed. Epoxy: Tough Chemically resistant Poor exterior durability (chalking) Decorative film performance similar to epoxies Some UV and overbake advantages Not exterior durable Exterior durable Thin film powder coating Exterior durable Good edge coverage Thicker films are no problem Excellent weatherability Excellent appearance Good-fair impact resistance

Hybrid:

Polyester Urethane: Polyester TGIC:

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