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Weather extremes, salt water and chemicals corrode conventional paint finishes in no time, leaving critical power connections at risk. That's why only Appleton features this tough, durable finish on every coated product at no extra cost.
Epoxy powder coat is Appleton's answer to the harshest conditions, the kind you'll find on oil rigs, at refineries and in pulp and paper mills. It starts with a high-grade powder that's electrostatically applied and oven-baked to form a thick, even layer of protection.
| Epoxy Powder Coat Advantages |
Lasts longer
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Two to three times longer than paint finishes, for increased reliability, reduced downtime and lower replacement costs. |
Covers completely
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Electrostatic application draws epoxy powder into the smallest crevices, forming a strong bond that guards against peeling and flaking. |
Seals tight
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Heat-fused powder forms a thick, uniform layer - even on edges - with no bubbles, drips or other surface flaws, for added protection against mechanical damage. |
| Provides extra protection |
On gray iron and malleable iron products, epoxy powder coat is the final step in our exclusive Triple-Coat Finish - applied over zinc plating and dichromate dip, it adds yet another layer of protection. |
| Won't crack or chip |
More flexible than paint, epoxy powder coat expands and contracts with temperature extremes without cracking or chipping. |
| Safeguards the environment |
Airborne overspray particles are essentially nonexistent. |
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| Epoxy Powder Coat Physical Properties |
| Impact (ASTM D2794) |
120 in./lbs. direct and reverse |
| Adhesion (ASTM D3359) |
No Detachment |
| Flexibility (ASTM B522) |
Pass 1/8" mandrel |
| Coating Thickness |
2.0 - 2.5 mils |
| Humidity (ATSM D2247) |
No blistering |
| Salt Spray (ATSM B117) |
1/8" creep after 1,000 hours |
| Hardness (ATSM D3363) |
2H - 3H |
| Melting Point |
90°C - 120°C (194°F - 248°F) |
| UV Resistance |
Excellent mechanical and protective properties |
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Independent testing shows the
Appleton epoxy powder coat finish
lasts up to three times longer than
conventional paint finishes. |
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To learn more about epoxy powder coat and other ways to protect your electrical
systems, download
our new Appleton Answers booklet, "Fighting corrosion in electrical
projects." For information about Appleton coated products, contact
your local representative or call 847.679.7800.
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EPOXY POWDER COAT
