Lab test on D.G.K. anti-skid exterior coating
The purpose of this test was to determine compliance with the requirements of MIL-W-5044, Type II.
|
Results |
Required Specification |
Total solids, % by weight |
84.9 |
60.0 minimum |
Weight, ounces per square yard |
24.8 |
20-25 |
Thickness of coating, inches |
0.05 |
0.05 |
Drying time, minutes |
12 |
15 |
Water Extraction, % |
0.8 |
5.0 maximum |
Elevated temperature resistance |
No flow |
No flow |
Flexibility |
No cracking |
No cracking |
Adhesion to metal |
Excellent |
Good |
Adhesion to fiberglass |
Excellent |
Good |
Adhesion to wood |
Excellent |
Good |
Oil resistance |
Passes test |
Shall pass |
Coefficient of friction |
|
|
Leather |
1.25 |
1.00 minimum |
Rubber |
1.06 |
0.5 minimum |
Impact resistance, inches per pound |
Over 60.0 |
40.0 minimum |
Abrasion resistance |
Excellent |
Good |
Weathering resistance
(168 hours accelerated weathering) |
No loss of adhesion
No discoloration |
---
--- |
|
|
|
Flammability |
None |
|
Combustibility |
Self-extinguishing |
|
Water solubility |
0.8% by weight |
|
Flexibility |
No cracking |
|
Impact resistance (direct) |
Over 60 in-lb |
|
Resistance to oil |
Excellent |
|
Resistance to water |
Excellent |
|
Resistance to sea water |
Excellent |
|
Adhesion to steel |
Excellent |
|
Adhesion to wood |
Excellent |
|
Adhesion to fiberglass |
Excellent |
|
Based on the above test data, we are of the opinion
that the coating has excellent performance characteristics.
The material complies with the requirements of MIL-W-5044 and exceeds these in several characteristics.
300 hrs. = 1 year outdoor exposure.
1000 hrs. = 3 years and 4 months outdoor exposure.
|