PLASITE 7159

Includes PLASITE 7159 HAR

TYPE
A water-resistant epoxy coating polymerized with a polyamine type
curing agent. Also available in a high abrasion resistant version.
INTENDED USE
A high performance lining for elevated temperature and pressure
immersion services in high purity water, as well as the oil/water
separating processes encountered in the petroleum industry.

Solids:

FILM THICKNESS PER COAT

A 5-6 mil/125-150 micron film is produced in one multi-spray coat. A
total film thickness of 10-12 mils/250-300 microns is required for
immersion service.
COVERAGE
1,092 mil ft2/gal. (theoretical). For estimating purposes, 87 ft2/gal
2
(2.14 m /l) will produce a 10-12 mil/250-300 micron DFT film (20%
loss included). Two multi-pass spray coats will produce the 10-12
mil/250-300 micron DFT film recommended for immersion service.
DRYING TIME
Surface will normally be tack free in 2 to 4 hours at 70F/21C.
Refer to Curing section for more detailed curing information
VOC CONTENT
Thinned 10% by Volume with
Plasite Thinner #19 or 71
(Determined Theoretically)

Color

Lbs./Gal.

g/L

Lbs./Gal.

g/L

Ivory

2.38 2%

285 2%

19 - 2.82 2%

338 2%

71 - 2.79 2%

334 2%

Ivory

2.32 2%

278 2%

Average loss per 1000 cycles, Taber CS-17 Wheel, 1000 gram
weight.Ivory color.

Pigments: Titanium dioxide, inerts and tinting colors.

COLORS: Ivory, Light Gray.

Coating as Supplied
(Determined Theoretically)
7159 HAR

Abrasion Resistance: 7159....35 milligrams

7159 HAR..27 milligrams

Surface Hardness:Konig Pendulum Hardness

(ASTM Method D4366-84)
7159of 113 seconds
7159 HARof 104 seconds
(Glass Standard = 250 seconds)

TEMPERATURE RESISTANCE
Dry film basis is 350F/177C for short periods. Continuous
immersion temperature and pressure limitations have been
established for certain exposures. Call for specific
recommendations.

Coating as Supplied
(Determined Theoretically)
7159

PHYSICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Thinned 10% by Volume with

Plasite Thinner #19 or 71
(Determined Theoretically)

19 - 2.77 2%

332 2%

71 - 2.73 2%

327 2%

VOC Content varies between colors. Contact Carboline Technical

Service Department for VOC of specific colors.
THINNERS
PLASITE Thinner #71 is recommended for normal application
temperatures and conditions.

715984.1 2% by weight; 68.1 2% by volume

7159 HAR85.3 2% by weight; 68.3 2% by volume

Pot Life:...Approximately 8 to 10 hours at 70F

Shelf Life:...24 months at 70F
Material in stock should be turned upside down every 3 months.

Shipping Weight:

7159Approximately 15 lbs./gal.
7159 HARApproximately 15.25 lbs./gal.

CHEMICAL RESISTANCE
Pressurized Atlas Cell testing has been conducted. The test
conditions consisted of three area phase layers: the bottom
immersion phase of tap water; a second phase of a blend of equal
parts of toluene and kerosene; and a gas phase consisting of 15%
carbon dioxide, 84.5% methane and .5% hydrogen sulfide.
A pressurized Atlas Cell test was conducted at a pressure of 500 psi
with a temperature of 200F for 110 days with no detrimental effect to
the coating. A second pressurized Atlas Cell test was conducted at a
pressure of 1000 psi with a temperature of 200F for 25 days with no
detrimental effect to the coating. A third test consisted of a
pressurized Atlas Cell containing demineralized water. Pressure was
approximately 15 psi at 250F. Test was run for six months with no
effect to the coating.
Non-pressurized Atlas Cell test conditions consist of DI water at
212F. No detrimental effect to coating at completion of one year test.
Note: Although the chemical tests indicated show that PLASITE 7159 is
unaffected as listed, it is not meant to imply an express guarantee in
actual service. The service is dependent upon proper application and
actual operating conditions and it is recommended that users confirm
adaptability of the product for a specific use by their own tests. PLASITE
7159 is not suitable for service in corrosive acids or oxidizing service for
continuous immersion.

CLEANUP THINNER: Thinner #71

PLASITE Thinner #19 is recommended for above normal application
temperatures and where tank design requires a slower evaporating
thinner to help control overspray.
The amounts of thinner required will vary depending on air and
surface temperatures and application equipment. Normal application
temperatures and conditions will require the addition of
approximately 10% by volume with approximately 5% additional
thinner added for each 5F/3C of increased temperature. Airless
spray equipment and above normal temperatures require additional
thinning.
It is recommended that the thinner included on each order amount
to approximately 20% of the coating order.

CURING
For immersion service, curing will normally take place in 7 days at
70F/21C, 10 days at 60 to 69F, or 14 days at 50-59F/10-16C. As
ventilation and other factors affect the time/cure of coatings, additional
time allowance is recommended at any temperature if cure time is
questioned. When exposure is severe and 70F/21C, force curing is
recommended to obtain maximum resistance.
With adequate ventilation, when applying at temperatures above
70F/21C, coating surfaces will normally be tack free in 2 to 4 hours.

January 2007 replaces January 2004

To the best of our knowledge the technical data contained herein is true and accurate on the date of publication and is subject to change without prior notice. User must contact Carboline Company to
verify correctness before specifying or ordering. No guarantee of accuracy is given or implied. We guarantee our products to conform to Carboline quality control. We assume no responsibility for
coverage, performance or injuries resulting from use. Liability, if any, is limited to replacement of products. NO OTHER WARRANTY OR GUARANTEE OF ANY KIND IS MADE BY CARBOLINE,
EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, STATUTORY, BY OPERATION OF LAW, OR OTHERWISE, INCLUDING MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. Carboline and Plasite are
registered trademarks of Carboline Company.

PLASITE7159
Listed below are a few force curing schedules that may be used for
time and work planning. When applying at 50-70F/10-21C, allow
16 to 24 hours air dry time prior to raising the metal temperature to
the force curing temperature. When applying at temperatures above
70F/21C, allow 2 to 5 hours air dry time. After the appropriate air
dry period, raise metal temperature approximately 30F/17C each
30 minutes until the desired force curing metal temperature is
reached.
METAL
TEMPERATURE
130F/54C
140F/60C
150F/66C
160F/71C

CURING
TIME
18 Hrs
10 Hrs
6 Hrs
4 Hrs

METAL
TEMPERATURE
170F/77C
180F/82C
190F/88C
200F/93C

CURING
TIME
3 Hrs
2 Hrs
2 Hrs
1 Hrs

Final cure may be checked by exposing coated surface to MIBK for

10 minutes. If no dissolving and only minor softening of film occurs,
the curing can be considered complete. The film will reharden after
exposure if cured.
SURFACE PREPARATION
Steel Immersion Service
All sharp edges shall be ground to produce a radius and all imperfections,
such as skip welds, delaminations, scabs, slivers and slag shall be
corrected prior to abrasive blasting. Skip welds shall be welded solid.
Degrease surface prior to sandblasting. Organic solvents, alkaline
solutions, steam, hot water with detergents or other systems that will
completely remove dirt, oil, grease, etc. may be used. Used tanks may require additional decontamination.
The surface shall be blasted to an SSPC-SP5 or NACE No. 1 white metal
surface using a Venturi blast nozzle supplied with 80-100 psi/6-7 bars. An
anchor pattern or tooth in the metal shall correspond to approximately 20
to 25% of the total film thickness of the coating.
Contaminated grit shall not be used for the finish work. The blasting media
used shall be a natural abrasive, or steel grit, or slag grit (similar or equal
to BLACK BEAUTY). These abrasives shall be sharp with a hard-cutting
surface, properly graded, dry and of best quality. The media shall be of
proper size to obtain the specified anchor pattern and shall be free of
objectionable contaminants.
The anchor pattern shall be sharp and no evidence of a polished surface
is allowed.
Remove all traces of grit and dust with a vacuum cleaner or by brushing.
Care must be taken to avoid contaminating the surface with fingerprints or
from detrimental material on the workers clothes.
The surface temperature shall be maintained at a minimum of 5F/3C
above the dew point to prevent oxidation of the surface. The coating shall
be applied within the same day that the surface has been prepared.

Concrete
Contact Carboline for a recommendation.
Aluminum
Surface shall be clean and grease free with a blast produced anchor pattern or
tooth as described earlier under STEEL. In addition, the blasted surface shall
be given a chemical treatment such as:
ALODINE 1200S available from Henkel Surface Tech
IRIDITE 14-2 produced by MacDermid Incorporated
OAKITE CRYSCOAT 747LTS and OAKITE CRYSCOAT ULTRASEAL
produced by Oakite Products

APPLICATION
Mixing
The curing agent and coating are supplied in separate containers at a 4:1
ratio. Prestirring Part B will improve pourability. For splitting purposes, use
1 part curing agent to 4 parts coating by volume. Thoroughly mix coating,
then add curing agent slowly and mix completely with coating. The coating
should stand approximately 30 minutes after the curing agent has been
thoroughly mixed.

Note: Continuous mixing of the coating during application is required for 7159 HAR.
Spray
All spray equipment should be thoroughly cleaned and the hose, in
particular, should be free of old paint film and other contaminants.
Use standard production type spray guns:
GUN
DeVilbiss JGA-510
Binks #2001
Graco P800

FLUID
E
66-SS
04

AIR
797
63-PB
02

NOTE: Atomizing air spray is recommended for 7159 HAR because of the
high rate of wear to spray tips and pump parts of airless spray equipment.

When airless spray equipment is used, the recommended liquid pressure

is 1500-1800 psi/100-120 bars with tip size from .015-.021in/0.38-0.46
mm. Thinning requirements are more than for conventional spray.
Air supply shall be uncontaminated. Adjust air pressure to approximately
50 lbs./200 N at the gun and provide 5-10 lbs./20-40 N of pot pressure.
Adjust spray gun by first opening liquid valve and then adjusting air valve
to give an 8-12 in./20-30 cm wide spray pattern with best possible
atomization.
Apply a mist bonding pass.
Allow to dry approximately one minute, but not long enough to allow film
to completely dry.
Apply crisscross multi-passes maintaining an even continuous wet
appearing film. This technique will enable a 7-8 mil/175-200 micron wet
film (approximately 5-6 mil/125-150 micron DFT) to be applied per multipass coat. Repeat this procedure for the second coat to obtain a 10-12
mil/250-300 micron DFT.
Overcoat time will vary both with temperature and ventilation and will
normally require 8 to 12 hours at 70F/21C for enclosed spaces with
additional time needed if coating is being applied at lower temperatures.
Remove all overspray by dry brushing or scraping if required.
Equipment must be thoroughly cleaned immediately after use with Plasite
thinner to prevent the setting of the coating.
Note: Prior to spray application, stripe brush all welds, attachments and
surface irregularities using PLASITE 7159/7159 HAR thinned a minimum
of 50% by volume of PLASITE Thinner #19 or 71.

Brush
Recommended for small areas and repairs only. Use a high quality brush,
and apply a very light crisscross brush coat. Allow to dry for approximately
5 minutes. Then apply a heavy coat using a crisscross brush pattern.
Flow the coating on rather than try to brush out. Allow to dry tack-free.
Repeat until sufficient film thickness is obtained. Normally a film thickness
of 2.5-3 mils/63-75 microns can be obtained per coat by this method.
INSPECTION
Degree of surface preparation shall conform to appropriate specifications
as outlined in SURFACE PREPARATION section. Film thickness of each
coat and total dry film thickness of coating system shall be determined
with a properly calibrated nondestructive magnetic gauge.
Refer to Plasite Bulletin PA-3, Section 3, for inspection requirements.
SAFETY
READ THIS NOTICE
SAFETY AND MISCELLANEOUS EQUIPMENT
For tank lining work or enclosed spaces, it is recommended that the operator provide himself
with clean coveralls and rubber soled shoes and observe good personal hygiene. Certain
personnel may be sensitive to various types of resins which may cause dermatitis.
THE SOLVENT IN THIS COATING IS FLAMMABLE AND CARE AS DEMANDED BY
GOOD PRACTICE, OSHA, STATE AND LOCAL SAFETY CODES, ETC. MUST BE
FOLLOWED CLOSELY. Keep away from heat, sparks and open flame and use necessary
safety equipment, such as, air mask, explosion-proof electrical equipment, non-sparking
tools and ladders, etc. Avoid contact with skin and breathing of vapor or spray mist. When
working in tanks, rooms and other enclosed spaces, adequate ventilation must be provided.
Refer to Plasite Bulletin PA-3. Keep out of the reach of children.
CAUTION - Read and follow all caution statements on this product data sheet, material
safety data sheet and container label for this product.

January 2007 replaces January 2004

To the best of our knowledge the technical data contained herein is true and accurate on the date of publication and is subject to change without prior notice. User must contact Carboline Company to
verify correctness before specifying or ordering. No guarantee of accuracy is given or implied. We guarantee our products to conform to Carboline quality control. We assume no responsibility for
coverage, performance or injuries resulting from use. Liability, if any, is limited to replacement of products. NO OTHER WARRANTY OR GUARANTEE OF ANY KIND IS MADE BY CARBOLINE,
EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, STATUTORY, BY OPERATION OF LAW, OR OTHERWISE, INCLUDING MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. Carboline and Plasite are
registered trademarks of Carboline Company.