Description:  CeRam-Kote TC2 is a thick-film air-cured ceramic epoxy coating system recommended for use on floors.  Ideal for use as a chemical resistant, non water-spotting, high gloss topcoat.  CeRam-Kote TC2 is available in a variety of colors.  Fast, one coat application.

TECHNICAL DATA

Volume Solids (catalyzed):                 100%

VOC:                                                      Zero

Number of Coats:                                 One

Dry Film Thickness:                            20 mils (500 microns) 

Compressive Strength:                        6.900 psi (ASTM D695-85)

Compressive Modulus:                        231 thousand psi (ASTM D695-85)

Tensile Strength:                                 4,900 psi (ASTM 638-86)

Tensile Modulus:                                 218 thousand psi (ASTM 638-86)

Tensile Elongation:                             12 @ percent break (ASTM 638-86)

Flexural Strength:                                               9,700 psi (ASTM D790-86)

Flexural Modulus:                                               303 thousand psi (ASTM D790-86)

Hardness:                                              80 (Shore D)

60° Specular Gloss:                              100

Abrasion Resistance:                           0.052 grams (ASTM D4060, 1,000 gram load, 1,000 cycles)

Mar resistance:                                     1.05 kg (ASTM 5178-91)

Cure Time:                                           Air dries to a touch-dry finish within eight (8) hours at 72°F (22.2°C) and dries to a 70% cure in twenty-four (24) hours.  Cure times lengthen at lower temperatures and shorten at higher temperatures.  Coating should be fully cured before placing into service.

Surface Preparation:                           CeRam-Kote TC2 should be applied over CeRam-Floor Primer.

Mixing Ratio:                                        Weight:    Two (2) parts of Part A to one (1) part of Part B.

                                                                Volume:   Two (2) parts of Part A to one (1) part of Part B.

Mixing:                                                  CeRam-Kote TC2 contains ceramic particles which must be placed into full suspension with the epoxy resin prior to application.  CeRam-Kote TC2 is packaged in two cans, Part A (resin and ceramics) and Part B (curing agent).  Shake Part A (coating) with a Cyclone air-powered shaker or mix Part A with a paddle mixer until all ceramic particles are suspended in the resin.  Time required to place ceramics into suspension varies according to temperature and length of material storage time.  At 72°F (22.2°C), generally a four (4) to six (6) minute shake will place the ceramic particles into suspension.  Regardless of time needed, shake all ceramic material into suspension prior to proceeding.  Failure to properly mix will keep CeRam-Kote TC2 from performing or curing properly.  Check the can to assure all solids are in suspension prior to proceeding to the mixing step.

                                                                Combine Part A (coating) and Part B (curing agent) and stir with a paint stick or paddle mixer until both parts are thoroughly mixed.  No induction time is needed before application.

Pot Life & Shelf Life:                          Pot life for CeRam-Kote TC2 at 72°F (22.2°C) is one (1) hour.  Colder temperatures will increase the pot life and warmer temperatures will decrease the pot life.  Keep cans out of direct sunlight to prevent heat buildup.  CeRam-Kote TC2 has an indefinite shelf life.  Preferred storage/usage is a dry enclosed area under 85°F (29°C) /used within two (2) years.  However, if stored more than two years above 85°F (29°C), call Freecom Technical Support prior to use.

Thinning:                                              CeRam-Kote TC2 is 100% solids and does not require thinning

Application:                                           Pour entire contents of catalyzed material onto floor in a ribbon like fashon.  Use a 1/8” notched squeegee to distribute the CeRam-Kote TC2 evenly.  This will apply the necessary amount of CeRam-Kote TC2.  Back roll with a semi-smooth or smooth roller.  The product will self level to a very smooth, high gloss finish

                                                                If anti-skid properties are needed:  Broadcast media (glass beads, aluminum oxide, garnet, or quartz) into wet coating.  It is recommended that the media have a size of 30-mesh or higher, depending on how aggressive the anti-skid finish is needed.  Aggregate sizes of 30-mesh will leave a slight anti-skid surface, while aggregate sizes of 20-mesh or higher will leave very aggressive anti-skid finish.

                                                                If aggregate is broadcast into the TC2, it is recommended to apply a CeRam-Kote topcoat in order to seal the aggregate.

Climate:                                                Use CeRam-Kote TC2 only if the substrate temperature and ambient air temperature is above 40°F (4.4°C).  Excessive humidity does not effect the performance of this product.

Repairs:                                                 If application of the coating is less than seventy-two (72) hours old and has not been exposed to contamination, repair by high-pressure water wash, preferably with alkaline detergent, and then re-apply CeRam-Kote TC2.  If contaminated or more than 72 hours old, first sand with appropriate grit sandpaper, then repeat repair process.

Cleanup:                                                Clean application equipment within thirty (30) minutes of the final application.  Use Acetone, MEK or Isopropanol (99% pure).  Disassemble and clean equipment to manufacturer’s recommendations.  Material left on equipment will solidify and damage equipment.  Use precautionary measure applicable to any catalyzed material.

Safety:                                                   See individual product label for safety and health data.  A Material Safety Data Sheet is available upon request.

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