Technical Information Sheet

Product Number: 7-2500

Application: Pipe Coating
Introduction:

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Nap-Gard Product No. 7-2500 is a thermosetting epoxy powder designed as a coating for underground and subsea pipeline service. In
buried service, the coating is capable of withstanding continuous operating temperatures of 107°C (225°F). This product has been certified to
meet the requirements of CSA Z245.20-06, NACE RP-0394 and NSF 61 for Potable Water Services. This product is also recommended for
valves and fittings at an average film thickness of 8 mils per the NSF requirement and for use as a primer on multi-layer systems at
recommended 8 – 12 mils.

POWDER PROPERTIES
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Color: Reddish Brown Theoretical Coverage: 134 Ft /lb/mil

Specific Gravity: 1.44 ± .05 Typical Gel Time: 22 ± 4 Sec.

@ 205°C (401°F) CSA

Density: 1440 ± 50 g/L Shelf Life @ 25°C (77°F): 12 months

CSA Z245.20-06 (Section 12.6.2.3) @50% RH

Thermal Characteristics: Tg1 = 58 ± 5°C

CSA Z245.20-06 Tg2 = 106 ± 6°C
∆ H = 68 ± 10 (J/g)

TYPICAL PROPERTIES OF APPLIED FILM

Recommended Film Thickness: 350µm (14 mils) Average DSC – glass transition temperature Tg3 = 110°C (230°F)
300µm (12 mils) Minimum CSA Z245.20-06

Impact Resistance:
ASTM G14-72 @ 25°C (77°F) 160 in.lbs. Hardness:
1/8" X 5" X 8" Steel Panels Barcol, ASTM D2583 61 avg.
CSA Z245.20-06 @-30°C (-22°F) > 1.5 J Pass Shore D, ASTM D2240-74 90 avg.

Elongation: Compressive Strength: 10230 psi (+/- 20%)

Modified ASTM D2370-98 @23°C (73°F) 10.96% ASTM D695-95

Bending:
CSA-Z245.20-06 @-30°C (-22°F) 3.0°/pipe dia. Pass
API-RP-5L7 Passes all requirements

Tensile Strength: 9436 psi

ASTM D2370-98/D882-91

Performance depends on film thickness. Consult Nap-Gard® Specialist for specific recommendations.

Revised 07/16/2007

DuPont Powder Coatings, U.S.A.

9800 Genard Rd.
Houston, TX 77041
Tel.: 713-939-4000
Fax: 713-939-4027
www.dupontpowder.com

WARRANTY POLICY: Seller certifies that all coatings delivered to Customer in unopened factory filled containers meet all pertinent quality standards presented in its current published literature. Since matters of
surface preparation, application procedures, curing procedures and other local factors that affect coating performance are beyond Seller’s control, Seller assumes no liability for coating failure other than to supply
replacement material for a coating material proven to be defective. Customer will determine suitability of this product for its use and thereby assumes all risks and liabilities in connection therewith. Seller will not
be liable for any injuries, damages or other losses derived, directly or indirectly, from or as a consequence of Customer’s use of the product. SELLER DISCLAIMS ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED,
RELATING TO ITS PRODUCTS AND THEIR APPLICATION, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR PARTICULAR PURPOSES.

Nap-Gard® is a registered trademark of E.I. du Pont de Nemours and Company

for its brand of Polymer Powder Coatings. Only DuPont makes Nap-Gard®.
Shear Adhesion ASTM D1002-94: Hot Water Resistance CSA Z245.20-06: Rating
Average 6555 psi 75°C, 24 hr. 1-2 Pass
Minimum 5934 psi
Maximum 7865 psi

Thermal Conductivity: 0.19 ± 0.02 BTU/hr./ft2/ft./°F

ASTM C177

Cathodic Disbondment:
CSA Z245.20-06
24 hr., 3.5 volts, 65°C (150°F) 2 - 4 mm radius Pass
28 days, 1.5 volts, 25°C (77°F) 3 - 5 mm radius Pass
Strained C.D. No Cracking Pass

TYPICAL ELECTRICAL PROPERTIES

Dielectric Strength: 1500 volts/mil @ 250µm (10 mils) Breakdown voltage: 20000 volts @ 450 µm (18 mils)
ASTM D149-97 ASTM D149-97

Dielectric Constant: 2.15 at 1 MHz Volume Resistivity: 3.3 X 1015 ohm-cm.

ASTM D150 ASTM D257

CHEMICAL RESISTANCE TESTS *

90-Day Immersion per CSA Z245.20-98

HCl inH2O**, 10% NaCl, H2SO4 in H2O**, 10% NaCl in H2O, Distilled Water, 5% NaOH in H2O **, MgCO3/CaCO3 in H2O ** No Blistering

* For additional information refer to Nap-Gard Products Catalog Chemical Resistance Chart.
**Distilled Water

GENERAL APPLICATION PARAMETERS

1. Grit blast to NACE Near-White specifications (Swedish Standard #Sa 2½) and profile between 50µm (2 mils) and
112µm (4.5 mils).
2. Use phosphoric acid/deionized water rinse if water soluble salt contamination is suspected.
3. Preheat pipe to approximately 240°C (464°F).
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4. Apply Nap-Gard 7-2500 powder to meet customer thickness specifications.
5. Follow recommended cure schedule (see below).
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6. Electrically inspect for holidays and repair all found with Nap-Gard 7-1631S, 7-1847, or 7-1861.

Revised 07/16/2007

DuPont Powder Coatings, U.S.A.

9800 Genard Rd.
Houston, TX 77041
Tel.: 713-939-4000
Fax: 713-939-4027
www.dupontpowder.com

WARRANTY POLICY: Seller certifies that all coatings delivered to Customer in unopened factory filled containers meet all pertinent quality standards presented in its current published literature. Since matters of
surface preparation, application procedures, curing procedures and other local factors that affect coating performance are beyond Seller’s control, Seller assumes no liability for coating failure other than to supply
replacement material for a coating material proven to be defective. Customer will determine suitability of this product for its use and thereby assumes all risks and liabilities in connection therewith. Seller will not
be liable for any injuries, damages or other losses derived, directly or indirectly, from or as a consequence of Customer’s use of the product. SELLER DISCLAIMS ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED,
RELATING TO ITS PRODUCTS AND THEIR APPLICATION, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR PARTICULAR PURPOSES.

Nap-Gard® is a registered trademark of E.I. du Pont de Nemours and Company

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for its brand of Polymer Powder Coatings. Only DuPont makes Nap-Gard .
GEL TIME & CURE SCHEDULE GUIDELINES
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The cure schedule for Nap-Gard Product No. 7-2500 shows the minimum time at temperature required to achieve the typical performance
properties of the coating. Because pipe cooling rates vary so widely with pipe wall thickness, no allowance has been made for heat loss from
the pipe but this can be easily measured on the coating line and allowance made.
Recommended powder application temperature range is 226°C (438°F) to 253°C (488°F) for single/dual layer FBE and post heating is
not a normal requirement. The minimum post application curing temperature (as measured on the coated pipe), and the time to quench
may conform to the following cure schedule:

Gel Time (CSA Method)

Temperature Time (Seconds) Cure Schedule Time to Quench**
205°C (401°F) * 20 226°C (438°F) 120 Seconds
220°C (428°F) * 12 232°C (450°F) 80 Seconds
226°C (438°F) 10 239°C (462°F) 60 Seconds
232°C (450°F) 9

* For three layer primer applications only

**CAUTION** Recommended time to quench is based on the assumption that the listed temperature is maintained without any cool down
rate. Time to quench will vary with application parameters and pipe sizes. Therefore, the above information shall be used only as a
guideline by the applicator to develop proper time to quench. Cure should be verified by DSC or other methods. For multi-layer, the
optimum time for adhesive application is between 30-70% cure of the FBE. This has to be developed by the applicator based on the
plant layout.

Revised 07/16/2007
DuPont Powder Coatings, U.S.A.
9800 Genard Rd.
Houston, TX 77041
Tel.: 713-939-4000
Fax: 713-939-4027
www.dupontpowder.com
WARRANTY POLICY: Seller certifies that all coatings delivered to Customer in unopened factory filled containers meet all pertinent quality standards presented in its current published literature. Since matters of
surface preparation, application procedures, curing procedures and other local factors that affect coating performance are beyond Seller’s control, Seller assumes no liability for coating failure other than to supply
replacement material for a coating material proven to be defective. Customer will determine suitability of this product for its use and thereby assumes all risks and liabilities in connection therewith. Seller will not
be liable for any injuries, damages or other losses derived, directly or indirectly, from or as a consequence of Customer’s use of the product. SELLER DISCLAIMS ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED,
RELATING TO ITS PRODUCTS AND THEIR APPLICATION, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR PARTICULAR PURPOSES.

Nap-Gard® is a registered trademark of E.I. du Pont de Nemours and Company

®
for its brand of Polymer Powder Coatings. Only DuPont makes Nap-Gard .