{"product_id":"devcon-wear-guard-fine-load-abrasion-resistant-epoxy-for-fine-wear","title":"Devcon Wear Guard Fine Load | Abrasion Resistant Epoxy for Fine Wear","description":"\u003cp\u003eWear Guard Fine Load is a high-density, micro-alumina ceramic bead-filled epoxy system designed to protect equipment handling fine particulate smaller than \u003cstrong\u003e3.2 mm\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is designed for industrial wear applications involving equipment such as slurry pumps, scrubbers, screens and screw conveyors. The non-sag putty can be applied by trowel and finished to a smooth surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWear Guard Fine Load provides outstanding resistance to a wide range of chemicals and can withstand service temperatures up to \u003cstrong\u003e149°C\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features and Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFine particulate protection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Designed for equipment handling particles smaller than 3.2 mm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCeramic-filled epoxy:\u003c\/strong\u003e Contains high-density micro-alumina ceramic beads.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNon-sag consistency:\u003c\/strong\u003e Can be applied to vertical surfaces without sagging.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSmooth trowel finish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Can be trowelled to a smooth surface.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChemical resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provides outstanding resistance to a wide range of chemicals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh temperature resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Suitable for service temperatures up to 149°C.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMachinable after cure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Can be machined, drilled or painted after functional cure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere Can Wear Guard Fine Load Be Used?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWear Guard Fine Load is designed for industrial equipment exposed to fine particulate wear, including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlurry pumps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScrubbers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScreens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScrew conveyors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCoverage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eApplication Thickness\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCoverage\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6.35 mm (1\/4\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApproximately 711 cm²\/kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSurface Preparation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThorough surface preparation is important for achieving maximum adhesion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClean the surface with isopropanol alcohol or acetone to remove oil, grease and dirt.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrit blast using 8–40 mesh grit or grind with a coarse wheel or abrasive disc pad.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreate a surface profile of approximately 3–5 mils with defined edges.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not feather-edge the existing epoxy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClean the surface again to remove dust and other contaminants.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRepair the surface as soon as possible after preparation to minimise contamination.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor metals exposed to seawater or other salt solutions, grit blast and high-pressure water blast the area, then allow it to stand overnight. Repeat blasting to remove soluble salts and perform a chloride contamination test. Soluble salt content should be no more than \u003cstrong\u003e40 ppm\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWorking Conditions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ideal application temperature is \u003cstrong\u003e13°C to 32°C\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn cold working conditions, heat the repair area to approximately \u003cstrong\u003e38°C to 43°C\u003c\/strong\u003e before applying the epoxy and maintain this temperature during curing. This helps remove moisture, contamination and solvents and supports maximum performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApplying epoxy below \u003cstrong\u003e21°C\u003c\/strong\u003e lengthens functional cure and pot life times. Applying above 21°C shortens them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMixing Instructions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWear Guard Fine Load has a \u003cstrong\u003e2:1 mixing ratio\u003c\/strong\u003e by both volume and weight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd the Hardener to the Resin.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMix thoroughly using a screwdriver or similar tool.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContinuously scrape material from the sides and bottom of the container.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContinue mixing until a uniform, streak-free consistency is achieved.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor intermediate-size units, place the Resin and Hardener on a flat, disposable surface and mix using a trowel or wide-blade tool.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor larger buckets, use a T-shaped mixing paddle or suitable propeller-type mixer and thoroughly fold the putty until the Resin and Hardener are completely homogeneous.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eApplication\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpread the mixed Wear Guard Fine Load over the prepared repair area at a minimum thickness of \u003cstrong\u003e6.35 mm\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWork the material firmly into the substrate to maximise surface contact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter functional cure, the repaired area can be \u003cstrong\u003emachined, drilled or painted\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eVertical Surface Applications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWear Guard Fine Load can be trowelled onto vertical surfaces to a thickness of up to \u003cstrong\u003e19 mm\u003c\/strong\u003e without sagging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBridging Large Gaps and Holes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor large gaps or holes, place a suitable reinforcement between the repair area and Wear Guard Fine Load before application.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe available reinforcement options listed are:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFiberglass sheet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExpanded metal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMechanical fasteners\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAlternative Priming Method\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhere grit blasting is not possible and expandable metal cannot be used, Devcon Brushable Ceramic can be applied to the metal surface at \u003cstrong\u003e280–460 microns\u003c\/strong\u003e as a primer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAllow the primer to cure for approximately \u003cstrong\u003e2 hours\u003c\/strong\u003e, or until a fingernail can almost depress the primed surface. Apply Wear Guard Fine Load immediately afterwards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDo not allow the primer coat to fully cure before applying Wear Guard Fine Load.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCure Times\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePot life at 24°C:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30 minutes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFunctional cure:\u003c\/strong\u003e 16 hours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFull cure:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6–8 hours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor maximum physical properties, cure at room temperature for \u003cstrong\u003e2.5 hours\u003c\/strong\u003e, followed by a heat cure for \u003cstrong\u003e4 hours at 93°C\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTemperature Resistance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWear Guard Fine Load has a stated service temperature of up to \u003cstrong\u003e149°C\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eImportant Product Considerations\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMinimum application thickness is 6.35 mm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVertical applications can be trowelled up to 19 mm without sagging.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal application temperature is 13°C to 32°C.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCold applications may require heating of the repair area.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBelow 21°C, functional cure and pot life times increase.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbove 21°C, functional cure and pot life times decrease.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor maximum physical properties, follow the specified heat-cure procedure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTechnical Data\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWear Guard Fine Load\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHigh-density micro-alumina ceramic bead-filled epoxy system\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eColour\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGrey\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMix Ratio by Volume\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2:1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMix Ratio by Weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2:1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMixed Viscosity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNon-sag putty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePot Life @ 24°C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30 minutes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRecoat Time\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4–6 hours\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFunctional Cure\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16 hours\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull Cure\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6–8 hours\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eService Temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 149°C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIdeal Application Temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e13°C to 32°C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMinimum Application Thickness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6.35 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaximum Vertical Application Thickness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e19 mm without sagging\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCoverage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApproximately 711 cm²\/kg at 6.35 mm thickness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant:\u003c\/strong\u003e  Always read the current product Technical Data Sheet and Safety Data Sheet before surface preparation, mixing or application.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Epirez","offers":[{"title":"4kg","offer_id":45557415215190,"sku":"D11405-4kg","price":356.5,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10kg","offer_id":45557415247958,"sku":"D11405-10kg","price":756.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0694\/4836\/8214\/files\/DevconWearGuardFineLoad10kg.jpg?v=1786594778","url":"https:\/\/epoxywarehouse.com.au\/products\/devcon-wear-guard-fine-load-abrasion-resistant-epoxy-for-fine-wear","provider":"Epoxy Warehouse | Epoxy Floor Coating Supplier","version":"1.0","type":"link"}