Carboline Carbotherm 3300 is a ceramic blend insulative composite coating formulated in a high temperature resistant acrylic binder.  It also inhibits heat transfer into or out of a structure. Its insulative properties keeps structures exposed to solar radiation significantly cooler. It can be used to minimize or eliminate sweating of pipes or other operating equipment.

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• Features and Benefits
• Product Specification
• Drying Times
• Surface Preparation
• Application Methods
• Application Conditions
• Health and Safety

Features and Benefits

• Excellent thin-film insulation
• Unique formula provides superior coverage during application
• Protects personnel from hot surfaces
• Multi-purpose interior/exterior coating
• Insulation provides anti-condensation properties
• Easy to use
• Zero VOC; Low odour
• May be applied to hot surfaces
• Eggshell finish

Product Specification

Drying Times

• These times are based on a 500 micron dry film thickness. Higher film thicknesses, insufficient ventilation, high humidity, or cooler temperatures will require longer cure times
• The material is typically ready to recoat when it passes a "dry to handle" test (thumb twist test). If a final color coat (see Topcoats) is used; allow 36-48 hours dry time to ensure complete dryness prior to final colour coat

Surface Preparation

General

• Surfaces must be clean and dry
• Employ adequate methods to remove dirt, dust, oil, and all other contaminants that could interfere with adhesion of the coating.

Steel

• Prime with appropriate primers as recommended in section on "Primers"

Stainless Steel

• Abrasive blast to a 1-1.5 mil profile and apply appropriate primer

Application Methods

Application Conditions

• It is best to spray apply a light 5-10 mil coat and allow to tack dry prior to full coating. This is especially helpful over hot surfaces which may require 2-4 light passes between 165-150°C
• Do not apply when the surface temperature is less than 53°C above the dew point. Do not apply if temperatures are expected to drop below 10°C within 24 hours of application
• Special application techniques may be required above or below normal application conditions
• Dry times will be aided by higher temperatures, lower humidity, hotter substrates, and more air movement during application and curing

Health and Safety

Clean Up

• Use Thinner 2 or Acetone
• In case of spillage, absorb and dispose of in accordance with local applicable regulations

Safety

• Read and follow all caution statements on this product data sheet and on the safety data sheet for this product and use personal protective equipment as directed
• Hypersensitive persons should wear protective clothing, gloves, and use protective cream on face, hands, and all exposed areas
• Keep container closed when not in use

• Refer to the product data sheet and safety data sheet in the attachments section above for further details