AP 5956

AP 5956 is a low viscosity, reactive amine adduct hardener for epoxy resin based lacquers and coatings.

Principal: Admark Polycoats PVT LTD

Functions: Curing Agent, Hardener

Chemical Family: Chemical Mixtures & Blends

End Uses: Floor Coatings, Lacquers, Protective Coatings, Top Coat

Features: Corrosion Resistance, Excellent Flow, Exudation Resistant, Good Blush Resistance, Good Leveling, High Mechanical Stability, Low Viscosity, Room Temperature Curing, Self-Leveling

Enhanced TDS

Identification & Functionality

Features & Benefits

Applications & Uses

Application Method
Coating End Applications
Compatible Substrates & Surfaces
Markets
Applications
Product Applications

It is used in combination with liquid Epoxy resins or solids epoxy resin solution or epoxy resin modified by means of reactive as well as non-reactive diluents. Suitable for application with standard one-component airless spray systems. Ideal for marine and protective coatings e.g., structural steel, concrete etc. Self level floor coating.

Properties

Physical Form

Technical Details & Test Data

Properties

Epoxy coating systems cured with AP 5956 present the following features.

  • Suitable for ambient temperature cure.
  • High levels of mechanical stability.
  • Excellent flow and leveling.
  • Good corrosion resistance.
  • Resistant to blush and exudation.

Principal Information

Group Principal Number
S001795
Principal

Storage & Handling

Handling Information

The hardener will absorb moisture and carbon dioxide when left in open containers. This may result in increased viscosity and sometimes crystallization. Use personal protective equipments and follow industrial hygienic procedures. Recommended to use safety glasses, protective clothing, gloves, & masks suitable for chemical, solvents & their vapor.

Storage Conditions

AP 5956 should be stored in a dry place, preferably in the sealed original container at temperatures 15 to 30°C. The Product should not be stored exposed to direct sunlight.

  • Shelf Life: 12 Month (15 to 30°C)
  • Hazardous decomposition products: (When in fire) Carbon monoxide, Carbon dioxide, Nitrogen Oxides and other toxic Gases & Vapors.

Other

Appearance
Clear liquid
Appearance (SDS)
Clear
Color (SDS)
Pale yellow
IATA/ICAO Proper Shipping Name
Amines, liquid, corrosive, N.O.S.
IATA/ICAO UN Number
UN2735
IMO/IMDG EmS Fire
F-A
IMO/IMDG EmS Spill
S-B
IMO/IMDG Proper Shipping Name
Amines, liquid, corrosive, N.O.S.
IMO/IMDG Segregation Group
SGG18, SG35
IMO/IMDG UN Number
UN2735
Insoluble in (SDS)
Water
Item Number
Odor
Amine
Odor (SDS)
Amine - like
Protect from Freezing
Yes
TDG Canada Emergency Response Guide Number
153
TDG Canada Proper Shipping Name
Amines, liquid, corrosive, N.O.S.
TDG Canada UN Number
UN2735
Temperature Control
Yes
USA/DOT Emergency Response Guide Number
153
USA/DOT Proper Shipping Name
Amines, liquid, corrosive, N.O.S.
USA/DOT UN Number
UN2735
Chemical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Amine Value300.0-325.0 mg KOH/gmg KOH/gISO 9702
Optical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Color Scalemax. 4.0 GardnerGardner
Color Scalemax. 4.0-ASTM D1544
Physical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Density1.03-1.07-ASTM D1475 at 25°C
Dry to Set Time6.0-8.0-BK Dry Time Recorder at 25°C, Thin film 8 mils, 200 microns Wet Film Thickness
Gelling Time30.0-35.0-at 25°C, 100g
Storage Temperature59.0-86.0 °F°F
Viscosity100.0-300.0-DIN 53015 at 25°C
Viscosity100.0-300.0-ISO 12058 at 25°C
SDS Physical and Chemical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Density (SDS)1.03-1.07 g/cm³g/cm³ASTM D1475 at 25°C
Flash Point (SDS)min. 93.0 °C°C
Viscosity (SDS)100.0-300.0-DIN 53015 at 25°C
Viscosity (SDS)100.0-300.0-ISO 12058 at 25°C
Shelf Life & Stability
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Shelf Life12.0-