KCC Corporation

Head Office: 1301-4, Seocho-Dong, Seocho-Ku, Seoul, Korea

TEL: +82 2 3480 5712~4 FAX: +82 2 3480 5436

KARUMEL FBE IG4848

FUSION BONDED EPOXY POWDER COATINGS

KARUMEL FBE IG4848 is an epoxy based powder coating, designed for coating the interior girth weld of
pipelines. When applied to metal, KARUMEL FBE IG4848 meets Saudi ARAMCO sour gas service
requirements.

1. Service Limitations
Temperature 225℉
Pressure 6,500psi
Continuous PH 3.5 ~ 12.0

2. POWDER PROPERTIES
Property Test Description Result
Finish and Color Dark brown
Specific Gravity AIR PYCNOMETER METHOD 1.65 ± 0.05
2
Theoretical Coverage 117 ft /lb/mil (0.606 ㎡/kg/㎜)
Gel Time* CAN/CSA Z245.20 204℃ (400℉) 25~40 sec
Shelf Life 25℃ (77℉) 18 months
Thermal Tg1 = 55 ~ 70℃
CAN/CSA Z245.20
Characteristics Tg2 = 105 ~ 120℃
* Gel time values depend on operator’s technique and test condition.

3. GENERAL APPLICATION
• Prior to welding, abrasive blast clean the cut back to near white in accordance with SSPC or NACE no. 2.
Feather back the plant applied internal coating to provide a roughened surface. Remove blast media and
residues. After welding, abrasive clean the girth weld using an internal robot cleaning machine.
• To Improve the adhesion to overlapping area, applicator should make the surface of internal coating rough
with sandpaper, and so on.
• Apply KARUMEL FBE IG4848 by using internal FBE spray equipment to the specified thickness.
• Follow recommended post cure schedule as below.
• Allow the girth weld to cool and inspect the coating.

4. CURE SCHEDULE
The following theoretical curing schedules are recommended to achieve maximum performance properties.
Pipe Temperature Post Cure Time
400~425℉ (200~218℃) 3~6 min

5. FILM PROPERTIES
Property Test Description Result
Saudi ARAMCO
Autoclave Pass
09-SAMSS-091
Abrasion ASTM D4060 ＜ 0.1g loss

Impact CAN/CSA Z245.20 Min. 15 in-lb (1.7J) Pass

All data are based on laboratory testing and practical experience.
The information is believed to be accurate, however without any obligation.
 KCC Corporation
Head Office: 1301-4, Seocho-Dong, Seocho-Ku, Seoul, Korea
TEL: +82 2 3480 5712~4 FAX: +82 2 3480 5436

KARUMEL FBE IG4848

FUSION BONDED EPOXY POWDER COATINGS

Dielectric Strength ASTM D-149 in oil 810 volts / mil

6. APPLICATION DETAILS

Property Details
18 months at 25℃ cool and dry place (Cooler temperature and lower humidity are
Storage
preferable.)
Packing 20 kg or 130 kg

Do not mix with any other type of powder or the reduction of gloss and defect of
physical properties may occur.
Shorter shelf stability at higher temperature. Do not exceed 33℃ (91.4℉)
Remarks Incorporate reclaim powder with virgin powder for re-use, only after sieving and at
a recommended maximum of 15%.
The used of recycled powder shall be only permitted when proper screening
equipment is installed.

6. Notice
• Read Material Safety Data Sheet for complete hazard and safety information.
• All data are based on laboratory testing and practical experience.
• The information is believed to be accurate, however without any obligation.
• Contact your KCC sales representative for more information.

ISSUED July 2012

All data are based on laboratory testing and practical experience.

The information is believed to be accurate, however without any obligation.