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ASP-coat500

ASP-coat500 is a pigmented, solvent-free, easily applied high build epoxy floor coating designed to protect concrete substrates.

ASP-coat500 is best suited to coat floors in light to medium duty dry processing areas where a hard-wearing, chemical resistant floor finish is required.

Key facts

Thickness
0.5 mm
Duty
Light to medium duty
Finish
Pigmented gloss
Coverage
2 m²/litre
Kit
20 litre kit covers 40 m²
Working time
15 – 20 minutes @ 20°C
Full cure
7 days at 20°C

Benefits

  • Excellent resistance to cleaning solvents and various other industrial chemicals
  • Solvent-free and low odour formulation
  • Slip resistance profile may be customised
  • Hygienic, easy to clean, non-tainting and non-dusting coating
  • Easily applied with a roller or rubber squeegee
  • Can be used as a line marker to denote working zones

Applications

  • Light to medium duty industrial process areas
  • Warehouse and distribution centres
  • Chemical stores, clean rooms and laboratories
  • Plant rooms and storage units
  • Automotive repair and maintenance workshops and garages
  • Hospitals, canteens and schools
  • Pharmaceutical and cosmetic industry

Specified in

System build-up

How ASP-coat500 is built up on site, layer by layer, with the theoretical coverage of each component from the technical data sheet.

Exploded view of the ASP-coat500 system
    Coving system
    1. Primer and scatter sand: ASP-primeStd at 4 m²/litre; ASP-Quartz 1 at 1 kg/m²
    2. Coving: ASP-epoxyCove at 1.8 litre/linear metre (75 × 75 mm)
    3. Primer: ASP-primeStd at 4 m²/litre
    4. Coating: ASP-coat500 at 4 m²/litre

    Technical performance

    CriteriaStandardResult
    Fire resistanceSANS 10177-4:2005Class 4
    Compressive strengthSABS SM 863:1994>70 N/mm²
    Flexural strengthSABS SM 864:1994>25 N/mm²
    Tensile strengthSABS SM 1253:1994>15 N/mm²
    Impact resistanceISO 6272-1:20111 kg weight >1.8 m; 2 kg weight >1.5 m
    Chemical resistanceResistant to a very wide range of chemicals
    StorageKeep at an ambient temperature in dry, cold-free conditions
    Shelf life12 months in unopened original packaging

    Speed of cure at 20°C

    • 16 hoursLight foot traffic
    • 24 hoursLight traffic
    • 48 hoursHeavy duty traffic
    • 7 daysFull chemical cure

    Check ASP-coat500 against 260 chemicals

    Colours

    Standard colours

    • Light GreyRAL 7047
    • GreyRAL 7004
    • CreamRAL 1015
    • YellowOchre
    • RedRAL 3011
    • BlackRAL 9011

    Non-standard colours

    • Light BlueRAL 5015
    • GreenRAL 6002
    • Sand YellowRAL 1002
    • Signal RedRAL 3001
    • Signal YellowRAL 1023
    • WhiteRAL 9010

    On-screen colours are a guide only. RAL numbers are an indicative colour reference. Non-standard colours are available at a premium on request, subject to a minimum order quantity. Ask for colour samples from our sales and technical team.

    Preparation and application

    Substrate and preparation

    Concrete substrates to be coated must be sound and exhibit a minimum compressive strength of 25N/mm² and a minimum of 1.5N/mm² tensile strength for the application of the proposed system. The profile and levels must be appropriate for the application of the proposed system, capable of bearing loads, free of cracks and voids, and free from laitance, dust and other contamination. The substrate must be dry to 75% relative humidity and free from rising damp, ground water, oil and other contamination. Should there be rising damp, ground water problems or impurities such as penetrated oils, etc., please refer to the ASP Technical Team for a suitable and appropriate substrate preparation guideline or solution. The substrate may be prepared by blasting, scarifying or diamond grinding to remove laitance. Irregularities, small damages and cracks must be repaired with an epoxy filler.

    Primer

    Mix Base A and Hardener B with a low speed drill fitted with a spiral mixing blade for approximately 3 minutes to obtain a homogeneous mixture. Ensure excessive air is not introduced while mixing. The mixed material must be applied within 15 minutes at 20ºC. Apply immediately after mixing with a roller or double-lipped rubber squeegee, working the resin well into the substrate, permeating any surface irregularities. On porous substrates, apply further resin until the substrate is completely wetted out. Avoid any ponding of the primer.

    Topcoat

    Mix Base A and Hardener B together with a low speed drill fitted with a spiral mixing blade for approximately 3 minutes to obtain a homogeneous mixture. Ensure excessive air is not introduced while mixing. The mixed material must be applied within 15 - 20 minutes at 20ºC. Apply immediately after mixing with a 1.2mm precision coating rake. Allow to stand for approximately 10 minutes, then roll with a bubble buster / spike roller to release any trapped air. ASP-coat500 may be applied in one thick coat or two coats. The second coat may be applied after 10 hours but no later than 24 hours after the first coat. Optional non-slip and textured finishes are available. For more detailed information on substrate requirements and preparation, priming and application of the top coat, please refer to the product’s method statement.

    Maintenance

    Clean all spillages on ASP-coat500 immediately to maintain its appearance and lifespan. Clean the floor regularly with a rotary brush or mechanical scrubber and a suitable detergent. See how to clean and maintain a resin floor.

    Health and safety

    Applicators must use appropriate personal protective equipment. Dispose of used and empty packaging, solvents and washings in line with local environmental, health and safety by-laws. Refer to the product's material safety data sheet for detail.

    For full substrate requirements, priming and application of the top coat, refer to the product's method statement or ask our technical team.

    Questions about ASP-coat500

    What is ASP-coat500?

    ASP-coat500 is a pigmented, solvent-free, easily applied high build epoxy floor coating designed to protect concrete substrates.

    Where is ASP-coat500 used?

    ASP-coat500 is best suited to coat floors in light to medium duty dry processing areas where a hard-wearing, chemical resistant floor finish is required. Typical applications include light to medium duty industrial process areas, warehouse and distribution centres, chemical stores, clean rooms and laboratories, plant rooms and storage units, automotive repair and maintenance workshops and garages and hospitals, canteens and schools.

    How thick is ASP-coat500?

    ASP-coat500 is applied at 0.5 mm and is suited to light to medium duty areas.

    How much area does a kit of ASP-coat500 cover?

    The theoretical coverage is 2 m²/litre. A 20 litre kit covers 40 m². Actual coverage depends on the substrate and site conditions.

    How long does ASP-coat500 take to cure?

    At 20°C it takes light foot traffic after 16 hours, light traffic after 24 hours, heavy duty traffic after 48 hours and full chemical cure at 7 days. Once mixed, the working time is 15 – 20 minutes @ 20°C.

    What colours is ASP-coat500 available in?

    ASP-coat500 comes in Light Grey (RAL 7047), Grey (RAL 7004), Cream (RAL 1015), Yellow, Red (RAL 3011) and Black (RAL 9011). Non-standard colours (Light Blue, Green, Sand Yellow, Signal Red, Signal Yellow and White) are available at a premium, subject to a minimum order quantity.

    What is the shelf life of ASP-coat500?

    12 months in unopened original packaging. Keep at an ambient temperature in dry, cold-free conditions.

    Enquire about ASP-coat500

    Tell us about the area and its conditions. Our technical team will confirm the right system, quantities and an applicator near you.

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