DURALKOTE 240

High Build Flexible Epoxy Coating

Coatings - Industrial
Description
DURALKOTE 240 is a two component, 100% solids, high performance epoxy coating system designed for use
on concrete walls and floors. DURALKOTE 240 is flexible, offers excellent chemical and abrasion resistance, and
provides excellent adhesion to properly prepared surfaces. DURALKOTE 240 produces a tile-like, easily maintained
surface.
Primary Applications
• Showrooms • Warehouse floors • Water treatment facilities
• Mechanical rooms • Chemical processing and • Breweries
• Truck/auto bay areas manufacturing plants • Food service plants
Features/Benefits
• High build • Chemical resistance • Glossy, tile-like finish
Can contribute to LEED points • DOT Non-Corrosive
Technical Information
ACIDS ALKALIES/SALTS
Material Properties @ 75°F (24°C)
Acetic 10% 3D Ammonia 29% 4
Mixing ratio (A:B, by volume) 1:1
Chromic 10% 2D Potassium Hydroxide 50% 4
VOC Content 0 g/L Citric 10% 3D Sodium Hydroxide 50% 4
Viscosity mixed, cps 3,000 to 5,000 Formic 25% 1 Detergent Solution 4
Hydrochloric 10% 2D Ammonium Sulfate 50% 4
Gel Time (100 g sample) 30 to 40 mins Sodium Chloride 50% 4
Lactic 85% 2D
Pot Life (2 gal (7.6 L) unit) 15 to 25 mins Nitric 10% 3D Ferric Chloride 50% 3D
Tack free time (15 mils) 4 to 6 hrs Phosphoric 10% 3 Sodium Hypochlorite 10%3D
85% NR Hydrogen Peroxide 35% 3D
Tensile Strength, ASTM D 638
Sulfuric Acid 10% 3D MISCELLANEOUS
psi (MPa) 1,800 to 2,000 (12.4 to 13.8) 50% 3D Brake Fluid 3

DURALKOTE 240
Tensile Elongation, ASTM D 638 98% NR Skydrol 3
% at break 15 to 25 Hydrofluoric 10% 2D Formaldehyde 37% 3
SOLVENTS Ethylene Glycol 4
Compressive Strength, ASTM D 695 Propylene Glycol 3
Ethyl Alcohol 95% 1
psi (MPa) 4,500 to 5,500 (31.0 to 37.9) Vegetable Oil 4
Ethyl Acetate NR
Compressive Strength, ASTM C 109 Methanol 1 Gasoline 2
(3 parts sand), psi(MPa) 7,000 to 8,000 Methyl Ethyl Ketone NR Water 4
(48.3 to 55.2) Mineral Spirits 4 Anti Freeze 4
Hardness, Shore D, ASTM D 2240 75 to 85 Methylene Chloride NR Bleach Soln 4
Toluene 1 1 = Incidental (8 hrs)
Water Gain 7 days %, max 0.5 Xylene 1 2 = Splash & spill (72 hrs)
Appearance: Light Gray, Dark Gray and Tile Trichloroethane 2 3 = Extended exposure (7 days)
Red are standard colors. Special or custom 4 = Long term exposure (30 days)
colors are available subject to minimum order D= Discoloration
quantity requirements. NR =Not rated

Packaging
DURALKOTE 240 is packaged in a 4 gal (15.5 L) case containing two 2 gal (7.6 L) kits.
Shelf Life Master Format #:
2 years in original, unopened, properly stored package.
09 96 56

Coverage
Primer (Optional) ft²/gal (m²/L)
Duraprime WB 125 to 250 (3.08 to 6.14)
Duraltex Clear 150 to 300 (3.68 to 7.36)
Top Coat
Duralkote 240 100 to 150/coat (2.45 to 3.68)
Rates are approximate and are offered for estimating purposes only.

The Euclid Chemical Company

19218 Redwood Rd. • Cleveland, OH 44110
Phone: [216] 531-9222 • Toll-free: [800] 321-7628 • Fax: [216] 531-9596
www.euclidchemical.com
 Directions for Use
Surface Preparation: Concrete must be structurally sound, dry, free of grease, oils, coatings, dust, curing
compounds and other contaminants. Surface laitance must be removed. The preferred method of surface preparation
is mechanical abrasion. For oil contaminated surfaces using steam cleaning in conjunction with strong emulsifying
detergent may be considered. Rinse thoroughly with potable water. After cleaning, remove defective concrete,
honeycombs, cavities, joint crack voids and other defects by routing to sound material. Smooth, precast and formed
concrete surfaces must be cleaned, roughened and made absorptive by mechanical abrasion. Surface profile should
be equal to CSP 2 - 5 in accordance with ICRI Guideline 310.2 at a minimum. If it is not possible to mechanically
abrade, acid etch with a 15% hydro­chloric acid solution. After etching, pressure wash or flush the surface with
copious amounts of water to neutralize the surface. Care must be taken to ensure that all salts and residue from the
reaction have been removed. The pH of the surface should be checked, as per ASTM D 4262, following acid etching.
Following surface preparation, the cleaned surface should pull concrete when tested with an Elcometer or similar
pull tester (ASTM D 4541). Before application of the coating, use the “Visqueen test’’ (ASTM D 4263) to evaluate
moisture level in concrete. New Concrete: Should be allowed to cure for a minimum of 28 days. Remove any surface
hardener or curing compounds, by using the recommended mechanical methods for surface preparation. Prepare
surfaces as recommended above. Old Concrete: For quick, small patching use suitable epoxy mortar; for larger
areas, use cementitious patching materials which are compatible with the system. After patching, a light brush blast is
recommended prior to coating. Steel: All oils, greases, dirt, old coatings or chemical con­taminates must be removed.
All welds should be con­tinuous and ground to remove all splatter, sharp edges, laps and other surface irregularities.
All steel surfaces should be blasted to a “NEAR WHITE’’ metal finish using clean dry blasting media.
Mixing: Premix DURALKOTE 240 Part A and Part B separately. Combine equal parts by volume of Part A (Base) and
Part B (Hardener) in a clean container. Mix thoroughly with a slow speed drill motor and “Jiffy’’ mixer for a minimum
3 minutes. Scrape the sides and bottom of the container (including the paddle of the mixer) during mixing. Mix only
enough material that can be used within the working life. Do not aerate mix.
Application: Surface and ambient temperatures should be between 50°F to 90°F (10°C to 32°C) . Apply properly
mixed DURALKOTE 240 by brush, short nap roller, notched squeegee or spray to the properly prepared surface.
Apply at a rate of 11 to 16 wet mils, 100 to 150 ft²/gal (2.45 to 3.68 m²/L). Air bubbles and voids can be minimized
by using a spiked roller immediately after application. Allow to cure a minimum of 5 to 6 hours at 75°F (24°C) and
no longer than 24 hours. Apply a second coat of DURALKOTE 240 at 11 to 16 wet mils, 100 to 150 ft²/gal (2.45 to
3.68 m²/L). In most cases, a penetrating low vis­cosity primer will minimize outgassing and help improve surface
appearance of DURALKOTE 240. Where an anti-skid surface is desired, broadcast approx. 1/4 to 1/2 lb/ft² (1.22 to
2.44 kg/m) of clean dry aggregate into the first coat. When first coat has cured, sweep off excess aggregate. Apply a
sealer coat at a coverage rate of 100 to 150 ft²/gal (2.45 to 3.68 m²/L).

Clean-Up
Clean tools and application equipment immediately after use with methyl ethyl ketone or acetone. Clean spills or
drips while still wet with solvent. Dried DURALKOTE 240 will require mechanical abrasion for removal.
Precautions/Limitations
• Store at tempatures between 50°F to 90°F (10°C to 32°C).
• Protect from moisture and freezing.
• Do not apply to wet surfaces.
• Do not apply if humidity is greater than 90%.
• The surface temperature must be at least 5°F (2.7°C) above the dew point of the work area.
• Do not thin the material.
• Do not apply if ambient or substrate temperature is below 50°F (10°C).
• Be sure work area is well ventilated.
• When applied directly to concrete, pinholes or bubbles may result due to concrete outgassing.
• Coating is a vapor barrier after cure.
• Variations in color may occur after extended UV exposure.
• Although epoxy coatings are chemically resistant, surface staining of the coating may occur after contact
with some chemicals. Consider the use of a polyurethane topcoat such as EUCOTHANE for improved stain
resistance.
• In all cases, consult the Material Safety Data Sheet before use. Rev. 8.11

WARRANTY: The Euclid Chemical Company (“Euclid”) solely and expressly warrants that its products shall be free from defects in materials and workmanship for one (1) year from the date of purchase. Unless authorized
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one (1) year from the date of the claimed breach. Euclid does not authorize anyone on its behalf to make any written or oral statements which in any way alter Euclid’s installation information or instructions in its product
literature or on its packaging labels. Any installation of Euclid products which fails to conform with such installation information or instructions shall void this warranty. Product demonstrations, if any, are done for illustrative
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