Technical Data Sheet
Nap-Gard®
7-2500 Series Fusion Bonded Epoxy Revised: April 7, 2017
DESCRIPTION
Nap-Gard® 7-2500 Series is a family of thermosetting epoxy powders designed for corrosion protection of pipes for underground and subsea
pipelines. The 7-2500 Series includes Nap-Gard® Product Numbers 7-2500, 7-2501,7-2508FG, 7-2508, and 7-2508LG. In buried service,
the coatings in the 7-2500 Series are capable of withstanding continuous operating temperatures of 107°C (225°F). The 7-2500 Series has
been certified to meet the requirements of CSA Z245.20-14, NACE RP-0394-02, NSF 61* for Portable Water Service and AWWA standards
C116* and C213*
* NSF 61 and AWWA C116, C213 certification only applied to Houston made material
TYPICAL POWDER PROPERTIES
Specific Gravity: Density:
Powder 1.44 ± .05 (CSA Z245.20-14) 1440 ± 50 g/L
Cured Film 1.35 ± .05
Theoretical
Coverage: 134 Ft2/lb/mil
Product 7-2508FG 7-2508 7-2508LG 7-2501 7-2500
Typical Gel Time:
CSA Z245.20-14 8 ± 2 seconds 16 ± 3 seconds 24 ± 5 seconds 10 ± 2 seconds 22 ± 4 seconds
@205°C (401°F)
Color: Green Green Green Red Red
TYPICAL PROPERTIES OF APPLIED FILM†
TEST / REQUIREMENT Test Method Description RESULT
Recommended Film Average 350µm (14 mils)
Thickness Minimum 300µm (12mils)
Impact Resistance ASTM G14-72 @ 25°C (77°F) 160 in. lbs Pass
1/8" X 5" X 8" steel panels CSA Z245.20-14 @-30°C (-22°F) > 1.5 J Pass
Bending CSA Z245.20-14 @-30° (-22°F) 3.0°/PD Pass
API-RP-5L7 Pass
Elongation Modified ASTM G10-72 @0°C (32°F) 4.8%
@-30°C (-22°F) 3.2%
Hardness ASTM D2583 Barcol 60 Average
ASTM D2240-74 Shore D 90 Average
Cathodic Disbondment CSA Z245.20-14: 24 hours., 3.5 Vdc., 65°C 1.2 mm radius
28 days, 1.5 Vdc., 23°C 2.3 mm radius
28 days, 1.5 Vdc., 65°C 7.2 mm radius
Strained C.D Pass
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Tensile Properties ASTM D2370-98 Tensile Strength >9000 psi
Hot Water Resistance CSA Z245.20-14 75°C, 24 hours Rating 1-2
75°C, 28 days Rating 1-2
Chemical Resistance Test* 90 Day Immersion per HCl in H2O** No Blistering
CSA Z245.20-98 10% NaCl, H2SO4 in H2O ** No Blistering
10% NaCl in H2O ** No Blistering
Distilled Water No Blistering
5% NaOH in H2O ** No Blistering
MgCO3/CaCO3 in H2O ** No Blistering
** Distilled Water
* For additional information refer to Nap-Gard® Products Catalog Chemical Resistance Chart.
† Performance depends on film thickness. Consult Nap-Gard® Specialist for specific recommendations.
TYPICAL ELECTRICAL PROPERTIES OF FILM
Dielectric Strength 1500 volts/mil @250µm Breakdown Voltage 20K volts @ 450µm (18
ASTM D149-97 ASTM D149-97 mils)
Dielectric Constant 2.15 @ 1 MHz Volume Resistivity 3.3 X 1015 ohm-cm.
ASTM D150 ASTM D257
Thermal Conductivity 0.19 ±0.02BTU/(hr·ft2·ft·°F)
ASTM C177
CURE† SCHEDULE GUIDELINES
The cure profile and schedule for Nap-Gard® 7-2500 Series shown below, outlines the minimum time at temperature required to achieve
the typical performance properties of the coating. Recommended powder application temperature range is 204°C (400°F) to 239°C (463°F)
and post heating is not a normal requirement on many pipe sizes with 0.25 inch wall thickness or above. The minimum post application
curing temperature (as measured on the coated pipe) and the time to quench may conform to the following cure schedule:
7-2508FG/7-2501 7-2508 7-2508LG/7-2500
Application Min Time to Application Min Time to Application Min Time to
Temperature Quench‡ Temperature Quench‡ Temperature Quench‡
218°C (425°F) 75 seconds 218°C (425°F) 90 seconds 218°C (425°F) 120 seconds
232°C (450°F) 65 seconds 232°C (450°F) 70 seconds 232°C (450°F) 90 seconds
239°C (463°F) 60 seconds 239°C (463°F) 60 seconds 239°C (463°F) 70 seconds
†
Cure is by residual heat in the pipe, therefore very light wall pipe may require additional post heat to complete cure.
‡
Recommended time to quench is based on the assumption that the listed temperature is maintained without any cool down rate. Time to quench will vary with application parameters and pipe
sizes. Therefore, the above information shall be used only as a guideline by the applicator to develop proper time to quench. Cure should be verified by DSC or other methods. For
three layer, the optimum time for adhesive application is between 30-70% cure of the FBE. This has to be developed by the applicator based on the plant layout.
Always consult product Material Safety Data Sheet (SDS) prior to handling.
WARRANTY POLICY: Axalta Powder Coating Systems USA, Inc. (“Seller”) certifies that all coatings delivered to Customer in unopened factory filled containers meet all pertinent quality standards
presented in Seller’s current published literature. Since matters of surface preparation, application procedures, curing procedures and other local factors that affect coating performance are beyond
Seller’s control; Seller assumes no liability for coating failure other than to supply replacement material for coating material proven to be defective. Customer will determine suitability of this product
for it use and thereby assumes all risks and liabilities in connection therewith. Seller will not be liable for any injuries, damages or other losses derived, directly or indirectly, from or as a consequence
of Customer’s use of the product. SELLER DISCLAIMS ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, RELATING TO ITS PRODUCTS AND THEIR APPLICATION, INCLUDING BUT
NOT LIMITED TO WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR PARTICULAR PURPOSES.
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