Adhesive, Sealant and Coating Systems for the Oil and Chemical Processing Industry

This article provides an overview of the oil and gas industry, from the extraction to its processing, and how epoxies play a vital role in the equipment and devices used in these pursuits. Properties exhibited by epoxy adhesives stand up to the hostile environments encountered in all aspects of the oil and gas industry — upstream, midstream and downstream.

The oil and chemical processing industry is faced with the need for materials that can handle extreme elements. Learn more about adhesives, sealants and coatings for oil and gas production, pipelines, petrochemicals and refineries, in this thorough brochure.

High temperature resistant, room temperature curing epoxy system. Exceptional bond strength and dimensional stability. Optically clear. Meets FDA Chapter 1, Section 175.105 requirements. Easy to apply. Serviceable from -60° to +400°F. Protects against exposure to water, oils, fuels, acids, bases and many solvents. Rigid system. Impressive electrical insulation values.

Master Bond EP35SP is a two part epoxy system for bonding and sealing applications, providing resistance to many chemicals such as oils, acids, bases, water, fuels, and especially petrochemicals. It features both a high glass transition temperature (Tg) and a broad service temperature range. Its Tg measures 215-220°C and its serviceability extends from -62°C to +288°C (-80°F to 550°F). EP35SP has notable dielectric properties with a dielectric constant of 4.5 at 60 Hz and a volume resistivity greater than 1014 ohm-cm. It bonds well to a wide array of substrates including metals, several plastics, ceramics, glass and composites. Upon curing, this system offers low shrinkage and good dimensional stability. Its tensile modulus is 550,000-600,000 psi with an overall superior physical strength profile even under adverse environmental conditions. EP35SP has a paste viscosity, with little to no flow, and can be applied on vertical surfaces. The mix ratio is an easy to use 100 to 50 by weight. The system has a long working life of 24 to 48 hours. For optimal properties, the recommended cure schedule is 1 hour at 110°C followed by 2-3 hours at 125-150°C, plus a post cure at 175°C for 2-3 hours. Due to its high temperature resistance and structural properties, EP35SP may be considered for bonding and sealing in downhole, aerospace, electronic, optical and specialty OEM applications. Other uses may apply as well. The product is available in 1/2 pint, pint, quart, gallon and 5 gallon kits.

Supreme 45HTQ-4 is a toughened, silicon carbide filled epoxy with outstanding thermal stability and physical properties demonstrated in this video. Supreme 45HTQ-4 is very special in that it combines exceptional chemical, temperature and abrasion resistance. This easy handling, two part compound also features low shrinkage upon curing excellent compressive strength and high dimensional stability. It can be used for a variety of bonding, sealing, coating and casting applications in oil and chemical processing, aerospace and specialty OEM industries.