AG-KOTE™
thermoset powder coatings
The anti-gassing thermoset powder solution.
OVERVIEW
The anti-gassing thermoset powder solution.
AG-KOTE™ is the Protech Group’s line of anti-gassing powders. Because of our unique formulations and the low temperatures needed to cure these powders, porous substrates can now be coated with almost no craters, pin holes, or air bubbles. As well, the low temperatures provide energy and cost savings. AG-KOTE™ powders are formulated to show excellent chemical and stain resistance as well outstanding exterior durability.
MAIN FEATURES
- Anti-gassing properties.
- Low temperatures.
- Excellent chemical, stain and scratch resistance.
- Superb spraying properties.
- Outstanding corrosion resistance and UV protection.
- Environmentally friendly.
- Available in a wide range of colors.
- Cost and energy savings due to decrease in oven temperatures.
- Ideal for galvanized steel, cast iron and luminum.
PROVEN PERFORMANCE
| PRE-TREATMENT | For steel and Aluminum–Phosphating or Zirconium or other suitable surface treatment |
| APPLICATION CONDITIONS | Electrostatic powder spray 40 to 120 kv |
| FILM THICKNESS | For normal usage 1.5 to 4.0 mils (Color and finish type related) |
| HARDNESS | HB to 4H (Formulation related) |
| SPECIFIC GRAVITY | 1.2 to 1.75 (Color related) |
| COVERAGE | 160 to 110 ft² / lbs / mil at 100% efficiency (Color related) |
| BAKING SCHEDULE | METAL TEMPERATURE (Formulation Related) 8-10 minutes at 280ºF (138ºC) Super low temperature cure 8-10 minutes at 320ºF (160ºC) Low temperature cure 2-6 Minutes at 400 (205ºC) Fast Cure 7 minutes at 400ºF (205ºC) Regular cure 8+ minutes at 400F (205ºC) Slow cure |
TYPICAL APPLICATIONS
Commercial & Industrial
- Street furniture
- Store fixtures
- Lighting
- Fencing
Functional
- Electronics
- Valves & fittings
- Rebar
- Pipelines
