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salt-e

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I am making two 150 gal tanks useing 3/4 plywood with a glass front. i fond the diogram online on about 50 web sites and they all say paint the wood with "2 part epoxy for potable water tanks" OK i have been in 10 stores and looked all over the online super highway every thing i have found is TOXIC not for potable water and so on if some one out there has ever made a tank like this please help me find the way if i could get a name or a store anything
thank you
Salt-e
 
NSP 120 is a two component blend of high performance epoxy resins and hardeners and offers a solvent free coating
system with virtually no odor. This product provides excellent chemical and abrasion resistance. Outstanding features
include high film build in one coat application, 100% solids (NO V.O.C.), and quick turnaround which significantly
reduces downtime.
Approvals: Certified under NSF Standard 61 for use in potable water tanks larger than 1,000 gallons and pipelines
larger than 16 inches.
Authorized by USDA for use in Federally Inspected meat and poultry plants where there is a possibility
of incidental food contact.
Harsh/Severe Industrial Maintenance Applications Tank Linings
Waste Pits Pulp and paper industry
Wastewater Treatment Applications Ponds and fish holding tanks
Ships - steel, anchors, propellers, ballast tanks, stairwells, aisles Marine Barrier Coat
Potable Water Tanks (cold or hot water contact size restriction: >1,000 gal.)
TYPE .............................................. Modified Epoxy
COMPONENTS .................................. Two
COLOR .............................................. White
GLOSS .............................................. High
VOLUME SOLIDS .............................. 100% - VOC 0 lbs./gallon
COVERAGE ........................................ 90-160 sq. ft./gallon
SHELF LIFE ......................................... Unmixed components - one year
MAX. REC. SERVICE TEMP. ............ Dry air temp. 300°F (149°C) - without post curing
Immersion: Deionized water 190°F (88°C)
CATHODIC DISBONDMENT 9.5 mm2
MIX RATIO ........................................ 2:1 (Part A:part B) by volume
POT LIFE ............................................. 1 hour @ 77°F (25°C). Time will be extended at lower temperatures and shortened
when higher.
METHOD OF APPLICATION .......... Brush, 1/4” Nap Phenolic Core Roller, Airless Spray
REC. THICKNESS .............................. Total application thickness may vary from 5 mils to 25 mils
THINNER ............................................ If necessary - do not exceed 20% thinner by volume of mixed material
CLEAN UP .......................................... Use Acetone or other Ketone solvent.
These values are approximate and depend on several factors including coating thickness, amount of thinner used, and
surface temperature. They are to be used as a guideline only, actual time may vary slightly.
TEMP POT LIFE CURE TIME MINIMUM RECOAT MAXIMUM RECOAT
(F) (HOURS: MIN.) (HOURS) TIME (HOURS) TIME (DAYS)
50° 2:00 48 12 4
77° 1:00 12 6 4
90° 0:30 9 3 3
*NOTE: Below 50°F/10°C cure is greatly retarded and film properties may be adversely affected.
STANDARD
PRODUCT
DESCRIPTION
NSP 120 TECHNICAL DATA
MULTI VENDOR EPOXY SOLUTIONS
Non Hazmat
300°F Dry Service Temperature
Cool Temperature Cure
Fast Full Cure
Retarded Yellowing
Potable Water Approved (NSF 61)
High Performance Epoxy Adduct
NSF 61 Approved Potable Water Epoxy
PHYSICAL
PROPERTIES
USES
DRYING TIME
NSP 120 TECHNICAL DATA
APPLICATION
TRANSPORT
Manufactured by: Distributed by: Tel: 603-435-7199
NSP in NC Progressive Epoxy Polymers, Inc. Fax: 603-435-7182
48 Wildwood Dr. www.epoxyproducts.com
Pittsfield, NH 03263-3406 info@epoxyproducts.com
SAFETY: This is a hazardous material if misused. Read and understand the Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) before use.
WARRANTY DISCLAIMER: The technical data given herein has been compiled for your help and guidance and is based upon our experience and
knowledge. However, as we have no control over the use to which this information is put, no warranty, express or implied is intended or given except
that these goods shall be of merchantable quality and buyer assumes all risk and liability for results obtained by the use of the materials covered in this
data sheet, whether used singly or in combination with other products. We assume no responsibility whatsoever for coverage, performance or damages,
including injuries resulting from use of this information or of products recommended herein. The sale and use of this product is governed by Progressive
Products, Inc.’s Warranty Disclaimer and Return Policy.
LIMITATIONS
PREPARATION
STORAGE
Surface must be clean of oils, grease, biological growth, loose rust and other loose contaminants.
For Potable Water Storage Tanks: Steel - Preclean according to SSPC-SP1 as required. Suitable methods of precleaning
include high pressure water blasting, steam cleaning or solvent washing followed by wiping with dry, clean rags. Prior
to abrasive blasting, grind smooth all weld seams, sharp edges, weld spatter, pitted or irregular surfaces. All surfaces
to be coated should be abrasive blasted in accordance with SSPC-SP10 or NACE 2, Near White Metal Blast Finish.
Abrasive Media should be selected to achieve an anchor pattern of 2.0 to 3.0 mils. If salt contamination is suspected,
clean substrate using liquid soluble salt remover according to the manufacturers directions. It is strongly recommended
that all surfaces be blasted and coated in the same day to prevent possible flash rusting.
Concrete - Substrate to be coated should receive a sweep or brush blast cleaning (SSPC-SP7) to remove sharp edges,
laitance or foreign matter and to provide an anchor pattern for adhesion. Abrasive blast media should be selected to
product a rough texture similar to 80-100 grit sandpaper. A combination of 40/60 mesh size is recommended to avoid
damage to sound substrate while still opening cavities or ‘bugholes.’ Nozzle pressure should be approx. 50-60 psig.
Immediately prior to coating, the entire area should be cleaned and vacuumed free of all loose matter, blast media, dust
or other contaminants. All standing water should be removed prior to coating; however concrete may be in a damp or
moist condition. The final prepared surface shall have a pH of between 5 and 10 as determined by the use of pH paper.
Best if not applied below 50°F (10°C) or if the dew point is within 5° of the temperature. All application and surface
preparation should be consistent with good painting practices.
This is a two component system. Thoroughly blend 2 parts base to 1 part curing agent using a power agitator for 3-5
minutes. To ensure complete mixing, scrape sides and bottom of containers. Incomplete mixing will result in soft spots
or color variation. Begin application immediately after mixing.
First Coat - Apply one coat of NSP 120 coating at 4-8 mils by brush, or 1/4” nap phenolic core roller at 12-20 mils, or
airless spray at 4-20 mils. Allow this first coat to cure a minimum of 12 hours at 77°F before proceeding to finish coat.
If a second coat is applied care should be taken to avoid any contamination between coats. Allow to cure a minimum
of 2 days before returning to service. Airless application - see 45:1 ratio pump: .023” - .027” orifice tip; use 3/8”
material hose unless more than 50 ft. is needed, then use 1/2” material hose.
Call Progressive Epoxy Polymers for NSF 61 restrictions/requirements.
When applying NSP 120 in cooler temperatures (500°F - 60°F) and high humidity, it is necessary to watch for the
formation of an amine blush. This blush may appear as a milky white residue on the surface of the cured coating, but
will not effect the integrity of the film. However, blush must be removed by solvent wipe before the application of
another coat or an intercoat adhesion problem will occur.
Store closed containers in cool, dry area
Not Regulated by DOT
 
Simkote-2004 Water Based Tank Coating
General Description:
Simkote-2004 is a two-part high solids water based coating formulated from specifically designed acrylic polymers and inorganic pigments.
Principle Features & Usage:
1. Excellent corrosion and water resistance
2. Can be applied over clean tight rust surfaces
3. Excellent adhesion to variety of substrates including concrete, steel wood and cement
4. Tough, hard, flexible coating insures long life
5. Non-hazardous, contains no solvents
6. Non-slip and good visibility
Recommended Application:
1. Seawater or fresh water ballast tanks
2. Void spaces subject to condensation
3. Cargo holds, Hatch covers and ******** of barges
4. As a lining for potable water tanks
 
EPOXY COLOR Y 2COM
DESCRIPTION: Special sanitary 2 component epoxy based coating, used as a protective coating in metal or concrete tanks and potable water ducts / pipes, food, wine, oil etc.
COMPOSITION: Special epoxy resins and hardeners and additives which assure ease of application.
COLORS: White, Gray, Indian Red, Blue etc.
SPECIFIC WEIGHT: 1.40-1.45kg/lt.
SOLIDS: 80%
VISCOSITY: 138 KU (250c)
TOTAL DRY: 20 to 30 Minutes at 50% relative humidity and 20°C.
Touch Dry 1 to 2 hours.
Total Hardening 3 to 4 hours.
Min time before re-coating :
Min/Max 4 to 24 Hours (Summer)
Min/Max 7 to 48 Hours (Winter)
COVERAGE: Theoretical 1.8-1.9 m²/kg, actual 1.5-1.7 m²/kg. For minimum coat thickness of 300 IO (ASTM C-541/67)
TIME TO APPLY: Following the mixing of both parts(A and B) usage time depending on environmental conditions.
Example:
Summer - 30 to 60 Min
Winter - 1 to 2 Hours
SURFACE PREPARATION: Metal surfaces require sandblasting according to Swedish standards Sa 2.5-3. In this case we use EPOXY COLOR Y 2 COM Indian Red color which has anti-corrosion properties.
Concrete Surfaces: Surface must be free of dust, old paint, solvents, oil etc. After sandblasting we apply one coat special primer EPOXY PRIMER 2 COM followed by 2 to 3 coats of EPOXY COLOR Y 2 COM, totaling a thickness of at least 300MY.
APPLICATION: AIRLESS spray gun (2 to 5 % diluted with EPOXY SOLVENT SEL.400 or not diluted at all), roller or paint brush depending on working conditions. EPOXY COLOR Y 2 COM is used for the prolonged protection of water plants, transportation and storage of potable water, wine, oil and various foods since it adheres to the standards of the German Health Institute (1997).
PRECAUTIONS: When applying product, a mask must be worn and all contact with open flames or open spark areas must be avoided.
MIXTURE RATIO: Equally mix part A with part B.
Try searching for one of the three above. They are for potable water. Hope they help at least give you an idea of where and what to look for. Good luck on your tanks.
 

melbournefl

Member
For what it's worth, I got a two part epoxy paint made for aquariums/ponds, it comes in a variety of colors. I found mine at www.aquaticeco.com about 45.00 but it has a hefty HAZMAT shipping charge. If you can find safe stuff locally much better I reckon but I looked all over and couldn't find any.
Good luck and remember to post pics once you're finished!
Later,
Paul
 

salt-e

Member
thanks for all the help i found it online and it is in the mail i will have some pic as soon as i get going.
thanks
Salt-e
 

salt-e

Member
I went with Aquatic ecosystems Sweetwater epoxy Dk blue. With shiping and handeling it all came to about $65.00 per gal. i just hope that one gallon is going to do. thanks for the site Paul
thanks
Salt-e
 

melbournefl

Member
1 gallon *should* be enough although I just got a second gallon to be safe. I'm also painting all exposed plumbing with it though and building a sump using it also so I probably will need the extra. Good luck and remember to take pics as you progress!
Later,
Paul
 
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