Solvent Based
LUMIFLON solvent based resins have been in use for over 35 years, in applications as diverse as bridge coatings, coil coatings for architectural applications, automotive coatings, and aerospace coatings. These ultra-weatherable resins can be formulated into coatings with a wide range of gloss and color. They can be used in the field for re-coating of structures, or in the shop to manufacture pre-coated panels.
Markets
- Architectural coatings, both shop and field applied
- Coil coatings
- Film Coatings
- Industrial maintenance
- Plastic coatings
- Automotive
- Aerospace
- Marine
LUMIFLON Solvent Based Resins Typical Properties
| Grade | LF200 | LF552 | LF552E | LF600X | LF810 | LF810Y | LF910LM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Characteristics | standard | improved flexibility | REACH compliant version | improved flexibility | single component | single component | lower VOC |
| Typical Application | field application | factory coil coating | factory coil coating | factory coil coating field application | field application aerosols | field or factory application aerosols | field application |
| Markets | architecture, industrial maintenance, transportation, aerospace, alternative energy | ||||||
| Substrates | metal including steel and aluminum, plastic, fiberglass, concrete, wood, composites | ||||||
| Molecular Weight | moderate | moderate | moderate | moderate | high | high | low |
| Solids by Weight, % | 60 | 40 | 40 | 50 | 45 | 45 | 66 |
| OH Value, mg KOH/g polymer |
52 | 52 | 52 | 57 | 9 | 11 | 102 |
| Solvent | xylene | aromatic hydrocarbon and cyclohexanone | naphthalene- free aromatic hydrocarbon and cyclohexanone | xylene | mineral spirits | xylene | xylene |
LUMIFLON Specialty Solvent Based Resins Typical Properties
| Grade | LF9716 | LF9721 |
|---|---|---|
| Characteristics | high crosslink density balanced with flexibility; blending | |
| Typical Application | factory spray; film | |
| Markets | aerospace, film, plastics | |
| Substrates | metal including steel and aluminum, plastic, composites | |
| Molecular Weight | low | low |
| Solids by Weight, % | 70 | 70 |
| OH Value, mg KOH/g-Polymer |
163 | 174 |
| Solvent | ethyl 3-ethoxypropionate (EEP) | |
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Solid
LUMIFLON solid resins offer the same outstanding weatherability and durability as other resins. These products can be used to formulate coatings that meet the latest air pollution regulations for volatile organic compounds (VOCs). LUMIFLON solid resins are used to make coatings for architectural, aerospace, and industrial maintenance applications.
Markets
- Architectural coatings, both shop and field applied
- Coil coatings
- Industrial maintenance
- Plastic coatings
- Automotive
- Aerospace
LUMIFLON Solid Resins Typical Properties
| grade | LF200F | LF916F |
|---|---|---|
| Characteristics | solid resins for use with tailored solvent choice including exempt solvents for low VOC coatings | |
| Typical Application | factory spray or field application | |
| Markets | architecture, industrial maintenance, transportation, aerospace, alternative energy | |
| Substrates | metal including steel and aluminum, plastic, fiberglass, concrete, wood, composites | |
| Molecular Weight | moderate | low |
| OH Value, mg KOH/g polymer | 52 | 101 |
| Solvent | none as supplied; may be dissolved in various solvents | |
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Water Based
Applications requiring superior weatherability using environmentally friendly materials benefit from water based FEVE resins.
Water emulsion grade resins were developed as solvent free alternatives to traditional fluororesins. These resins can be formulated into single component or two component coatings that have excellent weatherability. The development of LUMIFLON emulsions involved modifications of the LUMIFLON chemical structure, shown below.
Water dispersion grade resin FD1000 is a water dispersion resin, developed as a solvent free alternative to traditional LUMIFLON resins. FD1000 is made by partially carboxylating a standard LUMIFLON resin, neutralizing with an amine, stripping solvent, then dispersing the resulting product in water. FD1000 is usually formulated into two component coatings with excellent weatherability.
Markets
- Architectural coatings, both shop and field applied
- Industrial maintenance
- Transportation
LUMIFLON Water Based Resins Typical Properties
| Grade | FE4300 | FE4400 | FD1000 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Characteristics | emulsion for one component; blending | emulsion for one or two component | dispersion for two component |
| Typical Application | field or factory applications | ||
| Markets | architecture, industrial maintenance and infrastructure, transportation, aerospace, alternative energy | ||
| Substrates | metal including steel and aluminum, plastic, fiberglass, concrete, wood, composites | ||
| Molecular Weight | very high | very high | low |
| Solids by Weight, % | 51 | 52 | 40 |
| OH Value, mg KOH/g polymer | 10 | 50 | 86 |
| Acid Value, mg KOH/g polymer | 0 | 0 | 15 |
| pH | 6.5-9.5 | 6.5-9.5 | 6.5-9.5 |
| Particle Size, nm | 100-200 | 100-200 | 60-100 |
| Ionic character | Anionic | ||
| MFFT, °C/°F | 30/86 | 55/131 | 29/84 |
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S. Florida: LUMIFLON FE4300 Water Based 1K White Coatings
Powder Coating
LUMIFLON LF710F was developed specifically for use in powder coatings. It’s high Tg means that it blends easily with other components of powder coating formulations, including pigments, isocyanates, and additives. Powder coatings made with LF710F offer the same outstanding weatherability as LUMIFLON liquid coatings.
LF710F…
- Is used to make ultra-weatherable fluorourethane powder coatings.
- Powder coating can be produced with conventional facilities.
- Powder coating can attain gloss from matte finishes to high gloss.
- Powder coating can attain various types of finishes from clear coats to varied colors.
- Powder coating system is cost competitive against PVdF system, without requiring the use of cryogenic grinding.
LUMIFLON Powder Coating Grade Typical Properties
| Grade | LF710F |
|---|---|
| Characteristics | solid flake resin for powder coatings |
| Typical Application | thermoset powder coating using electrostatic spray |
| Markets | architecture, transportation |
| Substrates | metal including steel and aluminum |
| Molecular Weight | moderate |
| OH Value, mg KOH/g polymer | 51 |
LF710F Recommended Powder Processing Equipment
| Process | Powder Equipment | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Mixing | Common mixer | Henschel, Mixaco |
| Extruding | All type of extruder | Single, Twin Screw & Planetary |
| Grinding | Various mills | ACM, Turbo, Jet |
| Classification | Common classifiers | Mesh,Air classifier |
Typical Extrusion Conditions for LUMIFLON LF710F Powder Coatings
| Type | Twin screw (Thermo Prism 16mm) |
|---|---|
| Processing Temperature (°C/F) | 120 / 248 |
| Screw rotation (rpm) | 250 |
| Feed rate | 25kg / hour |
LF710F Powder Application Method
| Coating Equipment | Yes / No |
|---|---|
| Electrostatic gun | Yes |
| Fluidized dipping | Yes |
| Tribomatic gun | No |
Weathering of LUMIFLON
S. Florida: LUMIFLON LF710F Clear Powder Coating
S. Florida: LUMIFLON LF710F White Powder Coating
S. Florida: LUMIFLON LF710F Brown Powder Coating
