Sep 25, 2019 #1 nyfi Mechanical Sep 25, 2019 7 Can Zinc rich epoxy alone be used under hot insulation temperature range 60-80degree?
Sep 26, 2019 #2 moltenmetal Chemical Jun 5, 2003 5,504 Epoxies will withstand continuous exposure to 60-80 C, and the addition of Zn won't change that. Yes, you can insulate lines coated with Zn rich epoxy if your service temperature will only be 60-80 C. Upvote 0 Downvote
Epoxies will withstand continuous exposure to 60-80 C, and the addition of Zn won't change that. Yes, you can insulate lines coated with Zn rich epoxy if your service temperature will only be 60-80 C.
Sep 30, 2019 Thread starter #3 nyfi Mechanical Sep 25, 2019 7 Thanks Moltenmetal, But isn't zinc prone to formation of rusting under insulation when moisture ingress. I would appreciate your response. Thanks. Upvote 0 Downvote
Thanks Moltenmetal, But isn't zinc prone to formation of rusting under insulation when moisture ingress. I would appreciate your response. Thanks.
Sep 30, 2019 Thread starter #4 nyfi Mechanical Sep 25, 2019 7 What if temperature is up to 120 degree continous. Upvote 0 Downvote
Sep 30, 2019 #5 moltenmetal Chemical Jun 5, 2003 5,504 120 C is marginal for an ordinary epoxy. It will be more protective than no coating, but not as protective as if it were operating cooler. Upvote 0 Downvote
120 C is marginal for an ordinary epoxy. It will be more protective than no coating, but not as protective as if it were operating cooler.
Oct 7, 2019 #6 SJones Petroleum Apr 22, 2001 3,906 Consult NACE SP0198 for guidance. Steve Jones Corrosion Management Consultant http://www.linkedin.com/in/drstevejones All answers are personal opinions only and are in no way connected with any employer. Upvote 0 Downvote
Consult NACE SP0198 for guidance. Steve Jones Corrosion Management Consultant http://www.linkedin.com/in/drstevejones All answers are personal opinions only and are in no way connected with any employer.
