Description
3.5 LBS
Metalink Ceramic Bead Polymer is a unique wear resistant polymer compound used to armor plate in high wear areas. This highly unusual product relies on miniature ceramic beads and ceramic dust mixed with the polymer matrix to form a hard, wear-resistant surface. Ceramic Bead Polymer forms a tough, non-machinable protective overlay for repairing pump housings, impellers, chutes, tanks, elbows, screens, scrubbers, dust collectors, troughs, flumes, fans, silos, abrasive cleaning equipment and many other applications. It adheres to all ferrous and non-ferrous metals, as well as concrete, wood and many other materials. In addition to wear resistance, it has excellent corrosion and erosion resistance.
TECHNICAL DATA:
Compressive Strength (ASTM-D-695-54)………..14,500 psi/131 MPa
Tensile Strength (ASTM – D-638)……………………..6,000 psi / 48 MPa
Tensile Lap Shear (ASTM – 1002-53T)……………….2,000 psi / 14 MPa
Heat Deflection Temperature (ASTM 648-72)……………155ºF / 68ºC
Operating Temperature (constant)……………250-300ºF / 121-148ºC
Intermittent Temperature Fluctuation……………up to 400ºF / 204ºC
Working Time (Pot Life) @ 77ºF………………………………….30-45 minutes
Cure Time @ 77ºF……………………………………………………….6 hours
Mixing Ratio by Volume…………………1 part Resin to 1 part Hardener
Coverage………………………………..8.5 sq. ft. @ 1/4″ thick per 21lb kit
Cured Hardness Shore D (ASTM-D-12240)………………………………..87
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
- Grind, sand, brush or grit-blast surface for best adhesion. Clean with CH020 Metal Prep Degreaser and wipe dry. In humid climates it is advisable to flame brush the surface to prevent flash rusting and to help the polymer “wet out”. Note: For application to large surface areas, it is recommended to tack weld 16 gauge expanded metal to the surface in order to increase adhesion (then grit-blast and degrease). If expanded metal cannot be used, apply a primer coat of ML406 Brushable Ceramic Compound to the surface first.
- Mix the entire kit together. Mix thoroughly until uniform in color (no streaks). When mixing entire 26 lb or 3.5 lb container it helps to use an electric drill motor and a paint mixer (jiffy mixer). Apply fully mixed material to desired surface a minimum of 3/16 to 1/4″ thick and trowel smooth.
- Working time is 30 minutes at room temperature. Material is hard in 6 hours, wait 48 hours to return to service.
WARNING: This product is a potential skin sensitizer. May cause injury to eyes and skin following prolonged or repeated contact. Inhalation of vapor may cause respiratory tract irritation. Use adequate ventilation when applying to avoid inhalation of vapor. Prevent contact with eyes and skin. Read and understand S.D.S. sheet.
