Ceilcote® 232 Flakeline

Novolac Vinyl Ester

PRODUCT Ceilcote 232 Flakeline is a flake filled novolac vinyl ester coating which exhibits excellent resistance
DESCRIPTION to both aliphatic and aromatic organic solvents and to concentrated organic and inorganic acids.

It offers outstanding chemical resistance with quick turn around for service and also high
temperature resistance.

INTENDED USES For use on tanks or other steel structures, trenches, pits, secondary containment and floors, where
chemical resistance is the primary concern.

PRACTICAL Colour Grey, Off White

INFORMATION FOR
CEILCOTE 232 Gloss Level Not applicable
FLAKELINE
Volume Solids 100% reactive, although determined volume solids depends upon
the application conditions. A recommended working figure is 85%.

Typical Thickness 375-625 microns (15-25 mils) dry equivalent to

441-735 microns (17.6-29.4 mils) wet per coat

Theoretical Coverage 1.90 m²/litre at 450 microns d.f.t and stated volume solids
76 sq.ft/US gallon at 18 mils d.f.t and stated volume solids

Practical Coverage Allow appropriate loss factors. Coverage will vary according to
individual systems and the configuration of the surface to be coated;
consult the relevant Application Guidelines and specification for
further information.

Method of Application Airless Spray, Roller, Brush

Drying Time
Overcoating interval with self

Temperature Touch Dry Hard Dry Minimum Maximum

10°C (50°F) 4 hours 24 hours 12 hours¹ 7 days

15°C (59°F) 4 hours 16 hours 8 hours¹ 7 days
25°C (77°F) 2 hours 4.5 hours 4 hours¹ 7 days
35°C (95°F) 90 minutes 3 hours 3 hours¹ 3 days
¹ When surface temperatures exceed 35ºC (95ºF) or are exposed to direct sunlight, overcoating
should take place as soon as the coating may be walked on, in order to avoid intercoat adhesion
issues.

REGULATORY DATA Flash Point Part A 34°C (93°F); Part B 77°C (171°F); Mixed 32°C (90°F)
Product Weight 1.25 kg/l (10.4 lb/gal)
VOC 1.92 lb/gal (231 g/lt) EPA Method 24

122 g/kg EU Solvent Emissions Directive

(Council Directive 1999/13/EC)

See Product Characteristics section for further details

Protective Coatings
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SURFACE All surfaces to be coated should be clean, dry and free from contamination. Prior to paint application all
PREPARATION surfaces should be assessed and treated in accordance with ISO 8504:2000.

Oil or grease should be removed in accordance with SSPC-SP1 solvent cleaning.

Steel Substrates

For immersion service or service in humid conditions or elevated temperatures, this product should be
applied to surfaces which have been prepared by abrasive blast cleaning to Sa3 (ISO 8501-1:2007),
SSPC SP5 or NACE #1. For dry environments abrasive blast cleaning to Sa2½ (ISO 8501-1:2007),
SSPC SP10 or NACE #2 will be suitable. A minimum surface profile of 75 microns (3 mils) is required.

Concrete Substrates

Concrete should be well cured prior to priming with the appropriate primer. The concrete surface should
be dry and pass the plastic sheet test (ASTM D4263). All surfaces should be clean, dry and free from
curing compounds, release agents, trowelling compounds, surface hardeners, efflorescence, grease, oil,
dirt, old coatings and loose or disintegrating concrete. All concrete surfaces must also be abrasive blast
cleaned to provide a roughened surface and remove laitance. The surface tensile strength (ASTM 4541)
as prepared should be at least 2MPa (300 psi). Refer to the Concrete Surface Preparation Guidelines for
more information.

Surfaces must be primed using Ceilcote 380 Primer at 50-125 microns WFT (2-5 mils WFT).

APPLICATION Mixing Ceilcote 232 Flakeline must always be mixed and applied in accordance with
the detailed Application Guidelines for the subsequent system.
Material is supplied in two containers as a unit. Always mix a complete unit in
the proportions supplied. Once the unit has been mixed it must be used within
the working pot life specified.
(1) Agitate Base (Part A) with a power agitator.
(2) Combine entire contents of Curing Agent (Part B) with Base
(Part A) and mix thoroughly with power agitator.

Do not mix more material than can be applied within the recommended
pot life.

Mix Ratio 1 litre Part A : 20ml Part B (1 gallon Part A : 2½ oz Part B)

Working Pot Life 10°C (50°F) 15°C (59°F) 25°C (77°F) 35°C (95°F)
60 minutes 50 minutes 45 minutes 30 minutes

Airless Spray Recommended Tip Range 0.64-0.84 mm (25-33 thou)

Total output fluid pressure at spray tip not less than
155 kg/cm² (2204 p.s.i.)

Brush Suitable Multiple coats may be required to achieve specified

film thickness.
Roller Suitable Multiple coats may be required to achieve specified
film thickness.
Thinner DO NOT THIN
Cleaner Ceilcote T-410 Solvent N.B Clean all equipment immediately after use.
Work Stoppages Do not allow material to remain in hoses, gun or spray equipment. Thoroughly
flush all equipment with T-410 Solvent. Once units of paint have been mixed
they should not be resealed and it is advised that after prolonged stoppages
work recommences with freshly mixed units.

Once units have been mixed, work should continue until all mixed material has
been used.

Clean Up Clean all equipment immediately after use with T-410 Solvent. It is good
working practice to periodically flush out spray equipment during the course of
the working day. Frequency of cleaning will depend upon amount sprayed,
temperature and elapsed time, including any delays.

All surplus materials and empty containers should be disposed of in accordance

with appropriate regional regulations/legislation.

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PRODUCT The detailed Application Guidelines for the relevant Ceilcote system should always be consulted prior to
CHARACTERISTICS use.

The Ceilcote 232 Flakeline application shall be conducted by the Applicator Company using employees
trained in the appropriate application procedures. It is strongly advised that both application and
application supervision is only carried out by professional personnel who have been trained in the correct
use of the products.

The exact specification with regards to dry film thickness and number of coats will be provided by
International Protective Coatings prior to application start up.

Surface temperature must always be a minimum of 3°C (5°F) above dew point. Ensure adequate
ventilation is provided throughout application and curing. Dehumidification (DH), air conditioning and/or
heating equipment may be necessary to control environmental conditions.

For all application steps, the surface temperature, air temperature and material temperature should be
between 10ºC (50ºF) and 43ºC (110ºF).

When working outside or in direct sunlight, concrete "gassing" or "breathing" may occur when the surface
temperature is rising due to sunlight or increasing ambient temperature. This can cause bubbles or holes
in the applied floor, lining or coating. When this problem occurs it is necessary to shade the surface from
sunlight and/or apply the material in the cooler evening or at night so that initial cure can take place
without air escaping from the concrete. Consult International Protective Coatings for more detailed
recommendation.

Where the overcoating interval is exceeded, confirm recoatability by wiping with styrene monomer. If the
surface becomes 'tacky', adhesion is acceptable. If not softened by styrene, the surface must be sweep
blasted or mechanically abraded to provide a non-glossy, abraded surface. Primed surface must be dry
and free of foreign matter at time of lining, coating or flooring application.

Following correct installation, Ceilcote 232 Flakeline may be returned to service after the following
intervals:

10ºC (50ºF): 48 hours

20ºC (70ºF): 24 hours
35ºC (90ºF): 16 hours

Ceilcote 232 Flakeline is not intended to be used as a cosmetic finish and colour stability will not be
achievable.

Maximum continuous dry temperature resistance for Ceilcote 232 Flakeline is 177ºC (350°F).

Ceilcote 232 Flakeline can be used as part of the following systems:

Lining System
Prime using Ceilcote 380 or 370HT primer. Apply additional primer and immediately apply a mat
reinforcement leaving no wrinkles or hollows. Use additional material where necessary until the
reinforcement is translucent. Complete using one or more layers of Ceilcote 232 Flakeline.
MR System
Prime using Ceilcote 380 or 370HT primer followed by a basecoat of Ceilcote 6650 Ceilcrete including
the mat reinforcement layer. Complete using one or more layers of Ceilcote 232 Flakeline.
Ceilline System
Prime using Ceilcote 680 or 680M primer followed by an elastomeric basecoat layer of Ceilcote Ceilline
including the mat reinforcement. Complete using one or more layers of Ceilcote 232 Flakeline.

Further application details may be found on the data sheets of the individual products mentioned.

Note: VOC values are typical and are provided for guidance purpose only. These may be subject to
variation depending on factors such as differences in colour and normal manufacturing tolerances.

Low molecular weight reactive additives, which will form part of the film during normal ambient cure
conditions, will also affect VOC values determined using EPA Method 24.

SYSTEMS Ceilcote 232 Flakeline should be applied to correctly prepared substrates. However, it is suitable for
COMPATIBILITY application to the following primers:

Ceilcote 380 Primer Ceilcote 370HT Primer

Ceilcote 232 Flakeline may also form a constituent part of other systems such as

Ceilcote 232 Ceilline Ceilcote 232 Lining Ceilcote 232MR

Ceilcote 232 Flakeline is usually overcoated with itself.

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D ADDITIONAL Further information regarding industry standards, terms and abbreviations used in this data sheet can be
INFORMATION found in the following documents available at www.international-pc.com:
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ail • Definitions & Abbreviations
T • Surface Preparation
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• Paint Application
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• Theoretical & Practical Coverage
• Ceilcote 232 Flakeline Application Guidelines
Individual copies of these information sections are available upon request.

SAFETY This product is intended for use only by professional applicators in industrial situations.
PRECAUTIONS All work involving the application and use of this product should be performed in compliance with all
relevant national Health, Safety and Environmental standards, regulations and legislation.
Proper ventilation must be provided during application and afterwards during curing (refer to product
datasheets for typical curing times) to ensure safe limits and prevent fires and explosions. Forced
extraction will be required in confined spaces. Ventilation and/or respiratory personal protective
equipment (airfed hoods or appropriate cartridge masks) must be provided during application and curing.
Take precautions to avoid skin and eye contact (overalls, gloves, goggles, masks, barrier cream, etc).
Before use, obtain, read and then follow the advice given on the Material Safety Data Sheets (Parts A
and B if two-pack) and the Health and Safety section of the Coatings Applications Procedures for this
product.
In the event that welding or flame cutting is performed on metal coated with this product, dust and fumes
will be emitted which will require the use of appropriate personal protective equipment and adequate local
exhaust ventilation.
The detailed safety measures are dependent on application methods and the work environment. If you do
not fully understand these warnings and instructions or if you cannot strictly comply with them, do not use
the product and consult International Protective Coatings.

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PACK SIZE Unit Size Part A Part B
Vol Pack Vol Pack
15 litre 14.71 litre 20 litre 0.29 litre 0.7 litre
4 US gal 4 US gal 5 US gal 10 fl oz 1 US pint

For availability of other pack sizes, contact International Protective Coatings.

SHIPPING WEIGHT Unit Size Part A Part B
15 litre 20.3 kg 0.39 kg
4 US gal 44.3 lb 1 lb

STORAGE Shelf Life 6 months at 20°C (68°F). Subject to re-inspection thereafter. Store in
dry, shaded conditions away from sources of heat and ignition.
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Important Note
The information in this data sheet is not intended to be exhaustive; any person using the product for any purpose other than that specifically recommended in this data sheet without first
obtaining written confirmation from us as to the suitability of the product for the intended purpose does so at their own risk. All advice given or statements made about the product
(whether in this data sheet or otherwise) is correct to the best of our knowledge but we have no control over the quality or the condition of the substrate or the many factors affecting the
use and application of the product. Therefore, unless we specifically agree in writing to do so, we do not accept any liability at all for the performance of the product or for (subject to the
maximum extent permitted by law) any loss or damage arising out of the use of the product. We hereby disclaim any warranties or representations, express or implied, by operation of
law or otherwise, including, without limitation, any implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. All products supplied and technical advice given are subject to
our Conditions of Sale. You should request a copy of this document and review it carefully. The information contained in this data sheet is liable to modification from time to time in the
light of experience and our policy of continuous development. It is the user's responsibility to check with their local International Paint representative that this data sheet is current prior to
using the product.

This Technical Data Sheet is available on our website at www.international-marine.com or www.international-pc.com, and should be the same as this document. Should there be any
discrepancies between this document and the version of the Technical Data Sheet that appears on the website, then the version on the website will take precedence.

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