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SARPOL RP17

Low-friction ceramic epoxy coating

SARPOL RP17 is a ceramic-filled epoxy characterized by an extremely smooth finish and a low coefficient of friction, designed to reduce turbulence, erosion, and surface wear.

The product is used as both corrosion protection and as a technical finishing layer in SARO wear-resistant systems, especially in applications requiring:

  • reduction of material flow friction
  • Improvement of internal smoothness

The main applications concern:

  • Heat exchangers and condensers
  • Tanks and slides
  • Technical housings and worn surfaces
  • cooling pumps
  • butterfly valves
  • components subject to turbulence and abrasion
SARPOL RP17 Ceramic Low-Friction Epoxy Coating – SARO

SARPOL RP17 provides the following product features:

STANDARD PRODUCT DIMENSIONS

Technology

Epoxy

Chemistry Type

Epoxy

Waiting (Resin)

White

Appearance – Mixture

White Liquid

Components

2 parts – Resin & Hardener

Mixing Ratio (Weight) Resin: Hardener

4,5 : 1

Polymerization

At ambient temperature after mixing

Application

Anti-Wear Coating

Application Temperature

59 – 86°F

Operating Temperature

-30:90°C

Advantages

Reinforced with ceramic – for excellent abrasion resistance

Reduced working hours

Brushable – very smooth consistency, high gloss

Superior adhesion

Very low coefficient of friction

TYPICAL CHARACTERISTICS OF MATERIALS

Properties of Part A

Density @ 25 °C, ISO 1675, g/cm³

1,85

Brookfield Viscosity - RV, 25 °C (cP) – Spindle 7, 20 rpm

120 000 - 180 000

Part B Properties

Density @ 25 °C, ISO 1675, g/cm³

1,05

Brookfield Viscosity - RV, 25 °C (cP) – Spindle 2, 20 rpm

500 - 900

Properties of A + B Mixture

Density @ 25 °C, ISO 1675, g/cm³

1,81

Cone & Plate Viscosity, 25 °C (cP) – Gradient 10 s⁻¹

17 000

Hardening Properties

Open Time, ASTM D2471 minutes

35

Time between coats @ 25 °C, hours

1 – 3

Polymerisation time @ 25 °C, hours

5

Coverage

For a thickness of 0.5 mm

yield 1.1 m² / kg

GENERAL INFORMATION

This product is not recommended for use in oxygen-rich and/or pure oxygen systems and should not be selected as a sealant for chlorine or other strong oxidizing materials.

For information on the safe handling of this product, please refer to the Safety Data Sheet (SDS).

INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE

Surface Preparation

Surface preparation is important for the long-term performance of the product. The parameters can vary depending on the severity of the application, expected lifespan, and initial conditions of the substrates to be treated.

  1. Remove dirt, oil, grease, etc. with a suitable cleaner.
  2. Any irregularity, weld spatter or slag, and any other surface roughness, must be leveled and flattened; any recess or porosity must be filled and leveled. Any protrusion, edge or joint, must be leveled with a minimum radius of 3mm and any corner must also be rounded with the same characteristics.
  3. Sandblast the entire surface to be treated with an angular grit to achieve a roughness of 50-70 microns, and a blast cleaning degree close to white metal (SIS SA 2½ /SSPC-SP 10). For immersion applications, a white metal blast cleaning degree (SIS SA 3/SSPC-SP 5) is required.
  4. After sandblasting, the metal surface must be cleaned with a residue-free cleaner or solvent to remove dust and contaminants. Dry and clean compressed air can also be used to eliminate dust and contaminants. The surface must be coated before new oxidation occurs.

Method of Application

  1. Film thickness for coating: 200-300 microns. A minimum of 2 coats is recommended to avoid micro-cratering.
  2. Application temperature for surface and ambient: 15-30 °C.
  3. Relative humidity: <85% RH; The surface temperature must always be at least 3 °C above the dew point.

The second overlay coats must be applied once the product layer has gelled but not cured, within the “recoat time.” If this time is exceeded, the surface must be lightly abraded and cleaned with a solvent to remove residue.

Check:

  • After application is completed, visually check for any untreated porosity.
  • Once the coating has cured, repeat the visual inspection to confirm the absence of untreated areas, porosity, or mechanical damage.
  • Check the coating thickness, especially at critical points.

Attention: Use an approved positive-pressure air-supplied respirator when welding or cutting near cured compound. Do not use open flames on the compound..

Repairs

Any untreated area or porosity, or zone with insufficient thickness, that is detected must be restored or repaired by applying additional product, after light abrasion and surface cleaning.

Cleaning

Clean the equipment immediately after use with a solvent such as acetone or isopropyl alcohol. Once hardened, the product can only be removed mechanically.

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Not for the product specifications

The technical data contained herein is for reference purposes only. Please contact the technical department for assistance and recommendations regarding specifications for this product.

Storage

Store the product in the closed container in a dry place. Storage information may be indicated on the product container's label.

Optimal storage: 8 to 21 °C. Storage below 8 °C or above 28 °C may negatively affect the product's properties. Material removed from containers may become contaminated during use. Do not return product to the original container. SARO Srl cannot assume responsibility for product that has been contaminated or stored under conditions other than those indicated above. If further information is required, please contact technical support or your local representative/vendor.

Warnings

The information provided in this technical data sheet (TDS), including recommendations for the use and application of the product, is based on the manufacturer's knowledge and experience as of the date of this TDS. The product may have a variety of different applications, as well as different application and working conditions in the environment of use beyond the manufacturer's control. SARO Srl, therefore, is not responsible for the suitability of the product for the production processes and conditions for which it is used, nor for the intended applications and results. It is strongly recommended to conduct your own tests to confirm its suitability. Any liability relating to the information contained in the technical data sheet or any other written or oral recommendation regarding the product is excluded.

SARO Srl expressly disclaims all express or implied warranties, including warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, arising from the sale or use of SARO Srl products. SARO Srl expressly disclaims any liability for consequential or incidental damages of any kind, including lost profits.