Organosilicon enamel: features and characteristics

To date, manufacturers offer a huge number of paints and varnishes of a wide variety in composition and properties, used for various types of finishes. Perhaps the most unique of all the options offered on the construction market is organosilicon enamel, developed in the last century and constantly being improved due to the inclusion of additional components in its composition.

Any kind of enamel, and organosilicon is no exception, have a certain composition, on which the properties of the paint and varnish material depend.

Organic resins are included in the composition of different types of enamels, preventing abrasion of the applied layer and helping to reduce the drying time of the applied composition. In addition to organic resins, substances such as anti-cellulose or acrylic resin are added to the paint composition. Their presence in enamels is necessary for the formation of a film suitable for air drying. The carbamide resins included in the enamels make it possible to achieve an increase in the hardness of the film coating after drying on the surface of the material that has undergone coloring.

A distinctive feature of all types of organosilicon enamels is their resistance to high temperatures. The presence of polyorganosiloxanes in the compositions provides the coatings applied to the surface with stability that persists for a rather long time.

In addition to the listed components, the composition of organosilicon enamels includes a variety of pigments.giving a shade to the painted surface. The presence of hardeners in the enamel composition allows you to keep the selected color on the surface for a long time.

The application of organosilicon enamels to the surface allows you to protect the material from many adverse factors, while maintaining the appearance of the painted surface. The composition of the enamel applied to the surface forms a protective film that does not deteriorate under the influence of both high and low temperatures. Some types of enamels of this type can withstand heating up to +700? C and sixty-degree frosts.

Thanks to the components included in the composition, all types of enamels are more or less resistant to ultraviolet rays, which allows them to be used for painting outdoor objects. The painted surface does not change the acquired shade over time. A wide color palette produced by the manufacturers of these enamels allows you to choose the desired color or shade without much difficulty.

The surface, covered with organosilicon enamel, is able to withstand almost any aggressive external environment, and for metal structures it is completely irreplaceable.Anti-corrosion protection of the metal surface, provided by a layer of enamel, protects the structure for a long time. The service life of the enamel reaches 15 years.

Any paint and varnish product, in addition to positive characteristics, has negative aspects. Among the disadvantages, one can note the high toxicity when the painted surface dries. Prolonged contact with the formulations contributes to the occurrence of a reaction similar to drug intoxication, therefore, when working with these formulations, it is better to use a respirator, especially if the staining process is carried out indoors.

All organosilicon enamels are subdivided into types depending on the purpose and properties. The manufacturers producing these enamels mark the packages with capital letters and numbers. The letters "K" and "O" denote the name of the material, namely organosilicon enamel. The first number, separated by a hyphen after the letter designation, indicates the type of work for which this composition is intended, and with the help of the second and subsequent numbers, manufacturers indicate the development number. Enamel color is indicated by full letter designation.

Enamel KO-88 designed to protect titanium, aluminum and steel surfaces. The composition of this type includes varnish KO-08 and aluminum powder, due to which a stable coating (grade 3) is formed after 2 hours. The film formed on the surface is resistant to the effects of gasoline not earlier than after 2 hours (at t = 20 ° C). The surface with the applied layer after exposure for 10 hours has an impact strength of 50 kgf. The permissible bending of the film is within 3 mm.

Purpose enamels KO-168 consists in painting the facade surfaces, in addition, it protects the primed metal structures. The basis of the composition of this type is a modified varnish, in which pigments and fillers are present in the form of a dispersion. A stable coating is formed no earlier than after 24 hours. The stability of the film coating to the static effect of water begins after the same period at t = 20 ° C. The permissible bending of the film is within 3 mm.

Enamel KO-174 performs a protective and decorative function when painting facades, in addition, it is a suitable material for coating metal and galvanized structures and is used for painting surfaces made of concrete or asbestos-cement. The enamel contains organosilicon resin, in which there are pigments and fillers in the form of a suspension. After 2 hours it forms a stable coating (at t = 20 ° C), and after 3 hours the thermal resistance of the film increases to 150 ° C. The formed layer has a matte shade, is characterized by increased hardness and durability.

To protect metal surfaces in short-term contact with sulfuric acid or exposed to vapors of hydrochloric or nitric acids, it was developed enamel KO-198... The composition of this type protects the surface from mineralized ground or sea waters, and is also used for processing products sent to regions with a special tropical climate. A stable coating is formed after 20 minutes.

Enamel KO-813 intended for painting surfaces exposed to high temperatures (500 ° C). It includes aluminum powder and KO-815 varnish. After 2 hours, a stable coating is formed (at t = 150? C). When applying one layer, a coating with a thickness of 10-15 microns is formed. For better protection of the material, the enamel is applied in two layers.

For painting metal structures exposed to high temperatures (up to 400 ° C), enamel was developed KO-814consisting of varnish KO-085 and aluminum powder. A stable coating is formed in 2 hours (at t = 20? C).The thickness of the layer is similar to that of KO-813 enamel.

For structures and products operating for a long time at t = 600 ° C, a enamel KO-818... A stable coating is formed in 2 hours (at t = 200? C). For water, the film becomes impermeable not earlier than after 24 hours (at t = 20 ° C), and for gasoline after 3 hours. This type of enamel is toxic and fire hazardous, therefore special care is required when working with this composition.

Enamel KO-983 suitable for surface treatment of electrical machines and devices, parts of which are heated up to 180 ° C. And also with its help, the shroud rings of the rotors in turbine generators are painted, forming a protective layer with pronounced anti-corrosion properties. The applied layer dries until a stable coating is formed for no more than 24 hours (at t = 15-35? C). The thermal elasticity of the film coating (at t = 200 ° C) is maintained for at least 100 hours, and the dielectric strength is 50 MV / m.

All organosilicon enamels are characterized by resistance to high temperatures. Enamels, depending on the incoming components, are conditionally subdivided into especially and moderately resistant to high temperatures. Organosilicon compounds adhere perfectly to all materials, be it a brick or concrete wall, a plastered or stone surface or a metal structure.

Most often, the compositions of these enamels are used for painting metal structures in industry. And as you know, industrial objects intended for painting, such as pipelines, gas supply and heating systems, are mostly held not indoors, but in open spaces and are exposed to various atmospheric phenomena, as a result of which they need good protection. In addition, the products passing through the pipelines also affect the material and therefore need special protection.

Enamels, related to limited heat-resistant types, are used for painting the facade surfaces of various buildings and structures. The pigments present in their composition, which give the color of the painted surface, are not able to withstand heating above 100 ° C, which is why limited heat-resistant types are used only for finishing materials that are not exposed to high temperatures. But it is worth noting that this type of enamel is resistant to various atmospheric conditions, be it snow, rain or ultraviolet rays. And they have a considerable service life - subject to the dyeing technology, they are able to protect the material for 10, or even 15 years.

For surfaces exposed to high temperatures, humidity and chemicals for a long time, heat-resistant enamels have been developed. The aluminum powder present in the composition of these types forms a heat-resistant film on the surface of the painted material that can withstand heating at 500-600 ° C. It is these enamels that are used for painting stove, chimney and fireplace surfaces in the construction of houses.

Today there are many companies that produce paints and varnishes. But not all are manufacturers of organosilicon enamels and not many have a research base, working daily to improve the composition of existing brands and developing new types of enamels.

The most progressive and scientifically grounded is the Association of Developers and Manufacturers of Anti-Corrosion Protection Means for the Fuel and Energy Complex "Kartek"... This association, created back in 1993, owns its own production and conducts research work in the field of corrosion protection of various materials.

Thanks to an integrated approach, this company has developed a heat-resistant enamel "Katek-KO"that protects metal structures used in harsh atmospheric conditions from corrosive changes. This enamel has high adhesion rates and perfectly protects surfaces in a variety of climatic conditions. A film with good resistance to moisture, gasoline, chlorine ions, saline solutions and stray currents forms on the painted surface.

The top ten manufacturers of paints and varnishes include Cheboksary company NPF "Enamel", which produces today more than 35 types of enamels of different purpose and composition, including progressive organosilicon types. The company has its own laboratory and technical control system.

The process of painting materials with an organosilicon composition does not particularly differ from painting with other types of enamels, varnishes and paints. As a rule, it consists of two stages - preparatory and main. The preparatory work includes: mechanical cleaning from dirt and remnants of the old coating, chemical surface treatment with solvents and, in some cases, a primer.

Before applying the composition to the surface, the enamel is thoroughly mixed, and when thickened, diluted with toluene or xylene. In order to save money, it is not necessary to dilute the composition greatly, otherwise the film that appears after drying on the surface will not correspond to the declared quality, the resistance indicators will be reduced. Before applying, make sure that the prepared surface is dry and that the ambient temperature matches the requirements specified by the manufacturer.

In order for the surface of the processed material to acquire all the characteristics inherent in organosilicon enamel, it is necessary to cover the surface with several layers. The number of layers depends on the type of material. For metal, 2-3 layers are enough, and concrete, brick, cement surfaces must be treated with at least 3 layers. After applying the first layer, it is imperative to wait for the time indicated by the manufacturer for each type of composition, and only after complete drying, apply the next layer.

For an overview of KO 174 enamel, see the next video.