INFRALIT EP/PE 8086-00
Epoxy/polyester powder
- Powder coating
- Powder coating
INFRALIT EP/PE 8086-00 is a powder coating based on a mixture of solid epoxy and polyester binders. At elevated temperature the powder will melt, cure and form the final paint film.
Suitable for coating metal industry products, such as lighting fixtures, apparatuses, wire gratings and refrigerating fixtures. INFRALIT EP/PE 8086-00 forms a film with mechanical and chemical resistance and good anticorrosive properties. On outdoor exposure INFRALIT EP/PE 8086-00 epoxy/polyester powder has a tendency towards matting down (chalking) similar to that of pure epoxies. On the other hand, its tendency to yellow on overbaking and exposure to heat and ultraviolet light is minor as compared with epoxy powders.
Technical data sheet
Safety data sheet
- INFRALIT EP_PE 8086-00_2025-10-06_EU_en
- INFRALIT EP_PE 8086-00_2025-10-06_IE_en
- INFRALIT EP_PE 8086-00_2025-10-06_MT_en
- INFRALIT EP_PE 8086-00_2025-10-06_NI_en
- INFRALIT EP_PE 8126-00_2025-10-08_EU_en
- INFRALIT EP_PE 8126-00_2025-10-08_IE_en
- INFRALIT EP_PE 8126-00_2025-10-08_MT_en
- INFRALIT EP_PE 8126-00_2025-10-08_NI_en
Surface preparation
STEEL SURFACES: Remove grease and dirt. After that blast-cleaning at least to preparation grade Sa 2½ (ISO 8501-1) and/or a suitable chemical pretreatment.
ALUMINIUM SURFACES: Remove grease and dirt. After that chromating or alternatively a suitable chemical pretreatment.
HOT-DIP-GALVANIZED AND ZINC-ELECTROPLATED SURFACES: Remove grease, dirt and white rust by e.g. alkali wash. Depending on exposure conditions, chromating or alternatively a suitable chemical pretreatment is also required.
Curing instruction when used as a primer layer
When INFRALIT EP/PE 8086-00 is applied as a primer, a Pre-cure is recommended prior to topcoat application and cure. During Pre-cure, the primer should be baked for a reduced time compared to the full curing schedule to achieve a uniform melt and leveling without completing the crosslinking process. This method promotes optimal intercoat adhesion during the final curing stage.
Condition after partial cure: The primer must exhibit a smooth, fully melted appearance without dry or unmelted areas.
Handling caution: An undercured film will have reduced mechanical strength and may be brittle. Careful handling of primed components is essential to avoid damage.
Avoid overcuring: Excessive primer curing before topcoat reduces adhesion between layers.
Topcoat application window: Apply the topcoat preferably right after cooling down to 50°C but latest within 48 hours of priming to maintain surface reactivity and minimize contamination risks.
Final cure requirements: After topcoat application, cure at a minimum 180°C (substrate temperature) and ensure full crosslinking of both coating layers. If the topcoat’s curing schedule specifies a higher temperature and/or longer time than mentioned for the primer, always follow the topcoat manufacturer’s instructions.
For additional guidance or clarification, please contact Teknos Technical Support or Sales Department.
Storage
The storage life is minimum 18 months in dry and cool conditions when the temperature during storage and transportation is max. +25°C.
Take special care during high temperature seasons. Avoid storing close to heat sources and heaters in trucks and storages. Don’t store in direct sunlight. The recommended expiry date of the powder coating that has been stored according to the instructions is shown on the package label.
| Gloss | Semi-gloss |
|---|---|
| Practical spreading rate | 4 - 15 m²/kg depending on the film thickness. |
| Spraying | TRIBO/CORONA |
| Curing time | 15 min/180°C (metal temperature) |
| Colours | By agreement. |
| Packages | 15 kg or 20 kg according to the density of the powder. |
| Safety markings | See safety data sheet. The powder itself is non-flammable, but with air it can form an explosive mixture that in presence of adequate ignition energy ignites. The lower explosion limit of typical powder coatings is between 20 g/m³ and 80 g/m³ (CEPE, Safe Powder Coating Guideline 8th Edition, 2020). Ventilation of the spray booth should be adjusted so that the concentration of powder in the air is less than 50% of the lower explosive limit value. On calculation of the powder concentration in the spray booth, the powder deposited on the workpiece is not taken into account. |
| Gloss value | 55-75 |