UPA 003
POLYETHYLENE FOR 3-LPE PIPE COATING
Description
UPA 003 is a black colored high density polyethylene compound in powder form that contains
finely dispersed carbon black which helps to impart excellent weathering properties.
Applications
UPA 003 is recommended as a top coat for standard three layers PE coating system used in
steel pipe coating for natural gas, oil, chemical liquids, water, etc. It is designed for use as a
top-coat in 3-layer pipe systems with conventional grafted polyethylene adhesive.
Specifications
UPA 003 is intended to fulfil following National and International standards, when appropriate
industrial manufacturing standard procedures are applied and a continuous quality system is
implemented and when used in combination with a compatible grafted polyethylene adhesive
and fusion bonded epoxy.
NFA 49710 DIN 30670 S CAN/CSA-Z245.21 ISO 21809-1
Physical Properties
Property Reference Unit Typical Requirement
Test Method Value
Melt Flow Rate (190oC/2.16 kg) ASTM D 1238 g/10 mins 4.5 > 0.25
Density ASTM D792 kg/m 3 945 >940
Carbon Black content ASTM D1603 % 2.35 >2.0
OIT in Oxygen at 210o C ASTM D3895 mins 19 >10
Tensile Strength ASTM D638 MPa >26 >17
Elongation at Break ASTM D638 % >600 >600
Powder Particle Size ASTM D 1921 m < 300 N.A
ESCR, F20 ASTM D1693 hours >1000 >300
Melting Point ASTM D 3417 o C 129 N.A
Hardness ASTM D 2240 Shore D >62 >55
Vicat Softening Point ASTM D 1525 o C 114 >100
Moisture Content ASTM D 570 % 0.02 <0.1
Shelf life Month 24 NA
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Processing Techniques
Spraying
UPA 003 is applied by air pressure spray processing technique, after spraying adhesive
powder onto the steel pipe or sprinkling the powder onto the adhesion layer (UPA -009).
The steel pipe must have enough temperature and time to melt the powder and form a
uniform layer. The
actual conditions will depend on the type of equipment used and the size of the pipe. The
temperature of application shall be between 190-240 oC.
Packaging &Storage
1. Packed in 20/25kg plastic bags．
2. Store in a dry, cool and ventilated environment; avoid direct exposure to water and Avoid
strong light bulk package and securely wrap the unused part.
3. Shelf Life: two years.
Safety
The product is not classified as a dangerous preparation. The equipment should be
grounded in case of any dust explosion caused by dust and fines produced during
handling and transportation. Avoid Inhalation as it can irritate respiratory tract. Good
ventilation is necessary as a small amount of smoke may be generated during
processing.
Recycling
The product is suitable for recycling using modern methods of shredding and
cleaning. Inhouse production waste should be kept clean to facilitate direct recycling.
For detailed information on various aspects of safety, recovery and disposal of the
product, contact your nearest sales representative.
Disclaimer
The product(s) mentioned herein are not intended to be used for medical, pharmaceutical or
healthcare applications and we do not support their use for such applications.
To the best of our knowledge, the information contained herein is accurate and reliable as of the date of
publication, however we do not assume any liability whatsoever for the accuracy and completeness of such
information.
United Polycoats makes no warranties which extend beyond the description contained herein.
Nothing herein shall constitute any warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. It
is the customer's responsibility to inspect and test our products in order to satisfy itself as to the
suitability of the products for the customer's particular purpose. The customer is responsible for the
appropriate, safe and legal use, processing and handling of our products.
No liability can be accepted in respect of the use of United Polycoats' products in conjunction with other
materials. The information contained herein relates exclusively to our products when not used in conjunction
with any third party materials.
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