Super Durable Powder Coating

There are two types of IFS Super Durable Polyester Powder Coatings:

  • Super durable polyester TGIC*
  • Super durable polyester TGIC-free

*TGIC (Tri Glycidyl Iso Cyanurate)

Both types of super durable polyester powders offer an excellent, all round coating. Super durable polyester is designed to provide additional exterior weathering and salt and humidity resistance over a standard polyester.  IFS super durable powders are commonly used for exterior applications. They can also be used on some interior applications where color fastness is required. Super durable polyesters also form the backbone of some architectural powder coatings that meet and exceed the performance requirements of AAMA 2604. 

Benefits of Super Durable Polyester TGIC Powder Coatings

Super Durable Polyester TGIC-based systems offer the following advantages:

  • Excellent exterior durability
  • Excellent chemical resistance
  • High impact resistant and flexibility
  • Excellent abrasion resistance
  • Can be formulated over a broad range of color, gloss and special effects
  • Interior and exterior applications
  • Extremely cost effective
  • Often meet and exceed AAMA 2604 performance requirements

Disadvantages of Super Durable Polyester TGIC-based systems:

  • Less clarity and smoothness than GMA Acrylics when used as clear coat

 

Features of Super Durable Polyester TGIC Free Powder

TGIC (Tri Glycidyl Iso Cyanurate) Free, Super Durable Polyester Powders can used in applications where TGIC is not desired (TGIC is considered hazardous in Europe).

IFS super durable polyester TGIC free offers all the same advantages as a TGIC product as well as:

  • No TGIC
  • Higher first pass transfer efficiency

TGIC free super durable polyester disadvantages can include:

  • More sensitive to excess film thickness
  • Restricted cure and gloss range
  • Less overbake than TGICs
  • More prone to corrosion issues with poor pre-treatment

Applications of Super Durable Polyester Powder Coatings

Super Durable Polyester Powder coatings are used in a wide range of applications, including:

  • Windows & doors
  • Storefront
  • Low rise curtain and window wall
  • Awnings
  • High-end interior applications e.g. mullions
  • Outdoor furniture & fencing
  • Playground and recreation equipment
  • Stadium seating
  • Exterior lighting fixtures
  • Exterior vending machines
  • Automotive parts & trailers
  • Marine equipment,
  • Lawn & garden equipment
  • Agricultural equipment
  • Trailers
  • Transformer tanks

Conclusion

In summary, Super Durable Polyester Powder coatings are a versatile and durable option for interior and exterior applications. They offer improved durability when compared to Standard Polyester powders. They are available in a wide range of colors and effects and can be custom-formulated to exhibit additional functionality if required. When choosing between Super Durable Polyester TGIC-based systems and Super Durable Polyester TGIC-free systems, it is essential to consider the advantages and disadvantages of each option to determine which is best for your specific application.

Find IFS super durable polyesters here.

IFS super durable polyesters can be custom formulated.

Please note that these represent general guidelines. Talk to the IFS lab or representative for a more detailed explanation and specific uses.

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