PR29

STANDARD POLYESTER POWDER COATINGS

Technical Data Sheet

DESCRIPTION
Alwan PR29 standard polyester is a thermosetting powder coating based on saturated polyester resins
especially selected for good resistance to atmospheric ageing, U.V. light and saponification. These basic
characteristics provide coating films showing excellent outdoor durability and outstanding decorative
properties.

The crosslinking agent is also U.V. resistant and allows rapid cure of the powder by polyaddition mechanism
without any release of reaction products.

Alwan PR29 is particularly suitable for the decorative and protective coating of Aluminium, steel or galvanized
building materials used for architectural purposes.

Due to its rheological properties, Alwan PR29 provides excellent leveling characteristics.

Qualicoat Approved System : P-No: P-0763 Class 1 Category 1

: P-No: P-0708 Class 1 Category 2

: P-No: P-0255 Class 1 Category 3

Outdoor Durable : Meets or exceeds A.A.M.A. 2603

SPECIFICATION
POWDER PROPERTIES

Chemical type : Polyester

Specific Gravity : 1.2 – 1.75 depending on color and effect

Particle size distribution : Applicable for electrostatic spray at 60 – 90 kV

Gel time : 250 – 300 seconds depending on colour

Shelf Life : 24 months at 27⁰C maximum storage temperature

Curing schedule : 10 minutes at 200°C (metal temperature)

12 minutes at 190⁰C (metal temperature)

Gulf polyester Powder Coatings “Alwan”, Head Office: 2nd Industrial area P.O. Box 6416 Riyadh 11442, Saudi Arabia.
Tel: 2651977/2651987
Fax: 2652032
www.alwanpowder.com
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MECHANICAL PROPERTIES

Adhesion ISO 2409 (2mm crosshatch) : Gt=0

Bend test ISO 1519 (cylindrical mandrel) : Pass 5mm

Cupping test ISO 1520 : Pass >5mm

Impact test ISO 6272-1 : Pass 2.5 Nm (direct and reverse)

Buchholz test ISO 2815 : >80

ENVIRONMENTAL AND CHEMICAL RESISTANCE

Resistance to SO2 ISO 3231 : Pass according to Qualicoat ISO 4628-2

Acetic acid salt spray ISO9227 : Pass according to Qualicoat ISO 4628-2

Constant humidity ISO 6270-2 : No blistering, creep <1mm after 1000 hrs.

Mortar resistance EN 12206-1 : No effect after 24 hrs.

Accelerated Weathering ISO 16474-2 : >50% gloss retention after 1000 hrs.

Chemical Resistance : Generally good resistance to acids, alkalis, and oils

at room temperature.

Exterior durability ISO 2810 : >50% gloss retention. Color change meeting
Qualicoat Class 1 requirements.

TEST CONDITIONS

Determined on degreased chromated Aluminium to DIN 50939.

Metal substrate : Al Mg1 (0.8 - 1.0 mm)

Coating thickness (ISO 2360) : 60 – 90 microns DFT

Curing schedule : 10 minutes at 200⁰C

Flow out : Smooth

Gulf polyester Powder Coatings “Alwan”, Head Office: 2nd Industrial area P.O. Box 6416 Riyadh 11442, Saudi Arabia.
Tel: 2651977/2651987
Fax: 2652032
www.alwanpowder.com
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For other substrates, and in order to obtain optimal corrosion protection, it is essential to apply the following
pretreatment prior to powder coating:

For steel : Iron or zinc phosphate

For galvanized steel : Chromate treatment

Suitable chrome-free pretreatment for Aluminium is also recommended. Due to variety of chrome-free
pretreatments available today, only the approved system from Qualicoat should be used. Detailed advice
should be sought from the supplier.

CORROSION RESISTANCE
Alwan PR29/HR has been tested in a Saltspray Cabinet according to ASTM B 117 - 73, on various substrates.

Iron Phosphate 1000 hours : 8-10 mm undercutting

Zinc Phosphate 1000 hours : 3-6 mm undercutting

Chromated Galvanized Steel 500 hours : 10-15 mm undercutting

Chromated Aluminum 2000 hours : no change

STORAGE STABILITY
Due to its high Tg (Glass Transition Temperature) and its specific chemical composition, Alwan PR29/HR
powder when stored under cool dry conditions will not show any change in free–flowing properties after
two years.

The information given in this Data Sheet is given in good faith and with every belief in its accuracy but cannot
be considered as a formal warranty. In accordance with ALWAN's policy of product development, this
specification is subject to change without notice.

Gulf polyester Powder Coatings “Alwan”, Head Office: 2nd Industrial area P.O. Box 6416 Riyadh 11442, Saudi Arabia.
Tel: 2651977/2651987
Fax: 2652032
www.alwanpowder.com
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