Carbomastic® 18 NT

Selection & Specification Data Substrates & Surface Preparation

Generic Type Two-components modified epoxy coating. General Surface must be clean and dry. Employ
adequate methods to remove dirt, dust, oil and
Description Carbomastic 18 NT is a heavy duty, high build all other contaminants that could interfere with
coating for protection of steel in corrosive adhesion of the coating.
environments. Gives a hard and smooth surface
with excellent flexibility. Steel Immersion: ISO 8501-1 Sa 2½ with a 50 – 75
microns surface profile.
Features  Excellent immersion performance in both Non-immersion: ISO 8501-1 St 2-3 is acceptable.
fresh and sea water. Alternatively, ultra high pressure water jetting to
 Suitable as a rust preventing coating in Nace No. 7 min. C Vis WJ-2. Max flash rust; C
ballast tanks. Vis WJ-2M.
 Ideal for subsea installations, jackets and
other areas prone to condensation.
 Very good abrasion resistance. Application Equipment
Color Several RAL colours
Listed below are general equipment guidelines for the application of
this product. Job site conditions may require modifications to these
Finish Semi-Gloss
guidelines to achieve the desired results.
Primers Self-priming
Spray The following spray equipment has been found
Application suitable and is available from manufacturers
Topcoats Normally not topcoated
(General) such as Binks, DeVilbiss and Graco.
Dry Film 125 - 500 µm per coat, normally 250 µm.
Airless Spray Pump ratio: 30:1 (min.) *
Thickness
GMP Output: 3.0 (min.)
Material Hose: 3/8” I.D. (min.)
Wet Film 155 - 620 µm per coat, normally 320 µm.
Tip Size: .023-.027”
Thickness
Output PSI: 2100-2300
Filter Size: 60 mesh
Solids Content By volume: 80  2%
2 * Teflon packings are recommended and
Theoretical 6,4 m /l at 125m available from the pump manufacturer.
Coverage Rate Allow for loss in mixing and application.
Brush & Roller For small areas and stripe coating. Multiple coats
Dry Temp. Continuous: 120C (General) may be required to obtain desired appearance,
Resistance Non-continuous: 150C recommended dry film thickness and adequate
hiding.
Limitations Not recommended for immersion service in
aromatic or ketone solvents and strong oxidizing Brush Use a medium bristle brush.
acids.
Epoxies discolour and eventually chalk in Roller Use a medium nap phenolic core roller.
sunlight exposure.

Approvals  Det Norske Veritas classification B1

according to Testing Classification of Ballast
Tank Coatings.
 NORSOK M-501 System #7 Submerged

December 2014 replaces May 2009

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Mixing & Thinning Curing Schedule

Mixing Power mix separately, then add part B to Part A
Surface Temp.
and power mix. DO NOT MIX PARTIAL KITS. Dry to Final
& 50% Relative
Recoat Cure
Humidity
Ratio 4 : 1 (A to B)
5°C 26 Hours 18 Days
Thinning May be thinned up to 15% with Carboline 10°C 18 Hours 14 Days
Thinner #15. 15°C 12 Hours 10 Days
20°C 8 Hours 6 Days
Pot Life 6 Hours at 20ºC and less at higher temperatures.
25°C 7 Hours 4 Days

These times are based on recommended DFT. Higher film

Cleanup & Safety thickness, insufficient ventilation or cooler temperatures will require
longer cure times and could result in solvent entrapment and
Cleanup Use Carboline Thinner #2 or Acetone. In case of premature failure.
spillage, absorb and dispose of in accordance
with local applicable regulations.

Safety Read and follow all caution statements on this

Packaging, Handling & Storage
product data sheet and on the MSDS for this
Kit Standard Part A 16 liters
product. Employ normal workmanlike safety
Part B 4 liters
precautions. Hypersensitive persons should wear
protective clothing, gloves and use protective
Storage (General) Store indoors.
cream on face, hands and all exposed areas.
Storage Temperature 5° - 45C
Ventilation When used as a tank lining or in enclosed areas,
& Humidity 0 - 95% relative humidity
thorough air circulation must be used during and
after application until the coating is cured. The
ventilation system should be capable of Shelf Life Maximum 24 months at 24C
preventing the solvent vapor concentration from
reaching the lower explosion limit for the solvents
used.

Caution This product contains flammable solvents. Keep

away from sparks and open flames. All electrical
equipment and installations should be made and
grounded in accordance with applicable
regulations. In areas where explosion hazards
exist, workmen should be required to use non-
ferrous tools and wear conductive and non-
sparking shoes.

Application Conditions
Condition Material Surface Ambient Humidity
Normal 15-30°C 15-30°C 15-30°C 20-80%
Minimum 5°C 5°C 5°C 0%
Maximum 35°C 50°C 40°C 85%

Industry standards are for substrate temperatures to be 3ºC above

the dew point. Condensation due to substrate temperatures below
the dew point can cause flash rusting on prepared steel and
interfere with proper adhesion to the substrate. Special application
techniques may be required above or below normal application
conditions.

CARBOLINE NORGE AS
P.O Box 540, 3412 Lierstranda
Tel. +47 32 85 74 00 Fax +47 32 85 74 96

December 2014 replaces May 2009

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
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