WATER-BORNE FLUOROELASTOMERIC COATINGS WITH HIGH BARRIER PROPERTIES

Fluoropolymers are generally known for their thermal and chemical resistance in addition to their outstanding surface properties and service life. The fluoroelastomers based on vinylidene fluoride and hexafluoropropene ore widely used os very reliable materials working in severe environments. Flurobase T represents a new application of fluoroelastomers os waterborne coating having a rubber like surface with high mechanical and chemical properties. The unique properties of Fluorobase T enables paints to be prepared directly by dispersing the pigments and extenders in the latex. The film obtained can be cured over a wide range of temperatures. Fluorobase T formulations give to steel, rubber or concrete a high thickness protective coating (200-250 pm of dry film per pass) against chemicals like acids, hydrocarbons and oils.