{"product_id":"devcon-wear-guard-high-impact-resistant-epoxy-coating-dark-grey","title":"Devcon Wear Guard High Impact Resistant Epoxy Coating Dark Grey","description":"\u003cp\u003eWear Guard High Impact is a high-density, micro-alumina ceramic bead-filled epoxy system with urethane acrylate, designed to protect equipment exposed to severe impact and abrasion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts non-sagging putty consistency makes it suitable for repairing and protecting equipment where high impact, compression and wear resistance are required. It is designed for applications involving pumps, scrubbers, screens, chutes, material handling equipment and screw conveyors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWear Guard High Impact can be trowelled onto vertical surfaces without sagging and can be applied at a minimum thickness of \u003cstrong\u003e6.4 mm\u003c\/strong\u003e. After curing, the repaired surface can be machined, drilled or painted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features and Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh impact resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Designed for equipment exposed to tremendous impact and flex.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExtreme wear resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Designed for demanding abrasion applications.\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 Creamy putty stays in position during vertical application.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh compression strength:\u003c\/strong\u003e Designed for demanding equipment protection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh impact strength:\u003c\/strong\u003e Formulated for severe impact environments.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum Vertical Application Thickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3\/4\" (19.05 mm) without sagging\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMachinable after cure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Can be machined, drilled or painted after full cure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere Can Wear Guard High Impact Be Used?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWear Guard High Impact is designed for high-impact and abrasion applications involving:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePumps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScrubbers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScreens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChutes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial handling equipment\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 strong 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 oil, grease, dust and other contaminants.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRepair the surface as soon as possible after preparation.\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 leave it overnight to allow soluble salts to migrate to the surface. Repeat blasting to remove the 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 for Wear Guard High Impact 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApplying epoxy below \u003cstrong\u003e21°C\u003c\/strong\u003e increases 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 High Impact has a \u003cstrong\u003e2.5:1 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 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 High Impact over the prepared repair area at a minimum thickness of \u003cstrong\u003e6.4 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 curing, the repaired surface 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 High Impact 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 suitable reinforcement between the repair area and Wear Guard High Impact before application.\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 Metal 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\u003e11–18 mils\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 High Impact immediately afterwards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDo not allow the primer coat to fully cure before applying Wear Guard High Impact.\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 6–8 hours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFull cure:\u003c\/strong\u003e 16 hours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecoat time:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4–6 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 High Impact 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 6.4 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 High Impact\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 with urethane acrylate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eColour\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDark Grey\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMix Ratio by Volume\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.5:1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMix Ratio by Weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.5:1\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 @ 75°F\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\u003e6–8 hours\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull Cure\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16 hours\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpecific Gravity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.23 g\/cm³\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\u003e6.4 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\u003cem\u003eImportant: Always read the current product Technical Data Sheet and Safety Data Sheet before surface preparation, mixing or application.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Epirez","offers":[{"title":"4kg","offer_id":45557435301974,"sku":"D11464-4kg","price":290.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10kg","offer_id":45557435334742,"sku":"D11464-10kg","price":693.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0694\/4836\/8214\/files\/DevconWearGuardHighImpact4kg.jpg?v=1786595719","url":"https:\/\/epoxywarehouse.com.au\/products\/devcon-wear-guard-high-impact-resistant-epoxy-coating-dark-grey","provider":"Epoxy Warehouse | Epoxy Floor Coating Supplier","version":"1.0","type":"link"}