Bitumen Paint IRS-30
Bitumen Paint IRS-30
Torchtar Bitumen Emulsion is economical water based bituminous emulsion specifically designed for corrosion protection of rails, conforming to Indian Railway (IRSP: 30: 1996.) It is a colloidal clay type bituminous emulsion which can be applied in thick coats, even on vertical surfaces. It does not flow at high temperatures, nor does it loose its ductility when temperature is low.
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Product Overview
AREAS OF USAGE / UTILITY:
- Widely used for anti-corrosive treatment of railway lines and steel surfaces.
- Proven to be equally effective in protecting the inside panels of all steel wagons and the steelwork of bridges.
KEY FEATURES:
- Economical, proven and approved anti-corrosive product exclusively developed for tracks ofIndian Railways and used for decades by Indian Railways.
- Protects railway tracks and all other MS structures from corrosion.
- Reduces replacement of railway tracks through enhanced longevity.
- Prevents losses arising out of corrosion.
- Pliable for long periods, despite temperature variations.
- Dries quickly, facilitating application of repeat coatings within a short time.
- Applicable on moist surfaces.
- Dries from bottom of coat outwards and can be applied in heavy single coats without sagging.
Product Details
Additional information
| Colour | Dark Brown, Thick Liquid |
|---|---|
| Packaging | Available in 20 kg Drums & 100 kg Barrels |
| Applicable Standard | IRS : 30 : 2020 |
| Coverage | 27 sqmt 10 L for 175 dft |
| Shelf Life | 12 Months from the date of manufacture when maintain in protected storage in original unopened sealed condition. |
| Storage Conditions | Store under cover out of direct sunlight and protect from extremes of temperature. In tropical climates the product must be stored in an airconditioned environment. Failure to comply with the recommended storage conditions may result in premature deterioration of the product or packaging. |
Product Application
SURFACE PREPARATION: –
- Remove rust, loose scales and foreign particles by wire-brushing, scraping, etc. brush tends to harden; it should be thoroughly washed with water. No oil or paint contaminated brush should be used for applying TT Primabit WB
- In summer, if the rails are very hot causing difficulties in uniform brushing, it would be advisable to cool the primed rails with water. The excess water must be removed before application since TT Prima Bit -WB adheres to damp surfaces.
MATERIAL PREPARATION:
Stir TT Primabit – WB with a slow speed mixture (approx. 400 rpm) fitted with a suitable mixing paddle to ensure a homogenous mix. After stirring, wait for the product to settle in order to let entrapped air escape.
APPLICATION
- Prime the surface with one coat of TT Primabit – WB to seal the formation of rust and prevent it. Lightly rub down the surface, if glossy.
- Apply the first coat of TT Primabit – WB at the rate of about 0.4 kg/m2 on dried primed surface. Allow this coat of emulsion to dry for a minimum of 6 hr.
- Apply second coat and allow another 6 hours for drying.
- Apply third and final coat of TT Primabit – WB over the first two. This top coat provides maximum resistance to abrasion from ballast, sand and gives extended protection to the primer coat and interior coats of TT Primabit – WB.
- Repair damaged due to handling, if any, before the top coat and apply, during top coat, athicker coat of TT Primabit
