Lithcote Resistance Chart

Laboratory and field test results showing the resistance characteristics of Lithcote® coatings when exposed to various tank car commodities.

The chart below gives exposure data for a number of Lithcote interior coatings. The information, which is based on laboratory tests, service experience and field tests, does not include all possible mixtures, even of the listed materials.
"Room temperatures" are 77F." Elevated temperatures" are given in degrees Fahrenheit.
Temperatures listed are neither maximum nor minimum, but serve as guides only. Exposures under conditions where galvanic action is present would modify the results and the recommendations.
Wherever possible, exposure on less noble metals, in contact with uncoated more noble metals, immersed in an electrolyte, should be avoided. At the very least, the more noble metal, as well as the less noble, should also be coated.
Reliance on thin film (less than 10 mils) coatings as barriers to very aggressive (more than 10 mpy) solutions, in mild steel vessels, is not recommended even when the coating itself is completely inert. Coating damage, pinholes on metal welds, pits, sharp edges, and normal wear inject the probability of metal exposure with consequent concentrated corrosion. Heavier films such as LC-82 are indicated in these instances.
Most of the coatings involved in these tests are suitable for use in contact with foods; contact your sales representative for specific information.

We have compiled the test results as listed, conservatively, to the best of our ability and in good faith. However, no guarantee is expressed or implied for similar service in the field or plant when not under our operating control. Guarantees are properly discussed only when complete data on specific undertakings are at hand. Our technical service laboratory may have data on coatings not included herein. Such coating may be experimental or may be materials available from other manufacturers. For the locations of our coatings and linings service centers in the USA and Canada, please refer to the map.

LITHCOTE® Product Selection Guide

TYPICAL PRODUCTS	RECOMMENDED LITHCOTE® COATINGS	COLOR AND TYPE	CHARACTERISTICS
Phenol, Oils, Waxes, Formaldehyde	LC-19H	Silver-brown phenolic	Special corrosion-resistant metallic pigments
Alcohols, Solvents, Glycols, Gasoline, Fuel Additives, TiO2	LC-24H	Deep orange phenolic	Pure phenolic
Latex, Molten Sulfur, Alkaline products (pH > 11), resins, slurries	LC-34H	Gray, mauve, teal epoxy phenolic	One-component high bake alkali-resistant
Sugars, Foods, general chemical services	LC-82	Gray, white polyamide epoxy	High degree of general resistance; protects taste, odor, clarity
Caustic Soda, Salts, Pesticides, Brines	PlasChem 2310	Gray, white amine epoxy	Outstanding performance in corrosive environments
Sulfuric Acid over 62.5%	LC-73H	Deep reddish-brown phenolic	Excellent acid and chemical resistance
Corn syrup, food products	LC-25H	Silver-tan	One-component high bake heat- and alkali-resistant
special applications	"C" Series	Black hi-bake modification to LC-24H or LC-34H	Enhanced heat-cycle and permeation resistance
Plastic pellets and resins, granular foods	LC-88	White, cruiser blue	Flexible polyamide epoxy for dry services

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TYPICAL PRODUCTS

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