Ceilcote 232 Flakeline Phenolic Vinyl Ester Resin Coating is a glass flake paint, a phenolic coating system. Can be applied by brush, roller and airless spray, making the product very suitable for complex geometries and hard-to-apply areas. Ceilcote 232 Flakeline is a glass flake-filled phenolic vinyl ester resin coating with excellent resistance to aliphatic and aromatic organic solvents, as well as high-concentration organic and inorganic acids. If the surface feels "somewhat tacky", the adhesion is acceptable. Parameters on this page: volume solids 100% active, dry film thickness 375–625 µm (15–25 mils), theoretical spreading rate 1.89 m²/L.
Data source: AKZONOBEL original Technical Data Sheet (TDS), "Ceilcote 232 Flakeline Phenolic Vinyl Ester Resin Coating"; spreading rate and other values are converted from the TDS parameters, for selection reference only.
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| Volume Solids | 100% active |
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| Dry Film Thickness | 375–625 µm (15–25 mil) |
| Theoretical Spreading Rate | 1.89 m²/L |
| VOC | 1.92 lb/gal (231 g/L) US EPA Method 24 12… |
| Density / Specific Gravity | 1.25 kg/L (10.4 lb/gal) |
| Number of Components | Two-component |
| Thinner | Do not thin |
| Mixing Ratio | 1 L Part A : 20 ml Part B (1 gal Part… |
| Gloss | N/A |
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Ceilcote 232 Flakeline is a glass flake-filled phenolic vinyl ester resin coating with excellent resistance to aliphatic and aromatic organic solvents, as well as high-concentration organic and inorganic acids.
It has excellent chemical resistance, can be returned to service quickly, and is also heat resistant.
Suitable for storage tanks or other steel structures, trenches, pits, secondary containment and floors where chemical resistance is the primary concern.
Can be applied by brush, roller and airless spray, making the product very suitable for complex geometries and hard-to-apply areas.
Resistant to various renewable/bio-based feedstocks and refined products (fuels), including animal/vegetable oils and fats, biodiesel, ethanol, etc. Resistant to unlimited fatty acid contents and high-temperature conditions.
CEILCOTE colours grey, off-white 232 FLAKELINE
| Gloss | N/A |
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| Volume Solids | 100% active |
| Typical thickness | DFT 375–625 µm (15–25 mil) corresponds to WFT 441–735 µm (17.6–29.4 mil) per coat |
| Practical Spreading Rate | At a dry film thickness of 450 µm and 85% volume solids, the theoretical spreading rate is 1.89 m²/L. At 18 mil dry film thickness and 85% volume solids, the theoretical spreading rate is 76 ft²/US gal. (For more details, see the 'Product Characteristics' section.) |
| Application Methods | Suitable for airless spray, roller, brush. Drying time; self-recoat interval |
| Temperature | Surface Dry | Hard Dry | Minimum | Maximum |
| 10°C (50°F) | 4 h | 24 h | 12 h¹ | 28 days |
| 15°C (59°F) | 4 h | 16 h | 8 h¹ | 28 days |
| 25°C (77°F) | 2 h | 4.5 h | 4 h¹ | 28 days |
| 35°C (95°F) | 90 min | 3 h | 3 h¹ | 28 days |
¹ When the surface temperature exceeds 35 °C (95 °F) or the surface is exposed to sunlight, recoat as soon as the coating is hard enough to walk on, to avoid intercoat adhesion problems.
| Flash point (typical) | Component A 34 °C (93 °F); Component B 77 °C (171 °F); mixed 32 °C (90 °F) |
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| Product weight | 1.25 kg/L (10.4 lb/gal) |
| Volatile Organic Compounds | 1.92 lb/gal (231 g/L) US EPA Method 24 122 g/kg EU Solvent Emissions Directive content (EU Council Directive 2010/75/EU) 0.81 lb/gal (97 g/L) ASTM D2369. Coating hazard GB 30981.2-S-Pb≤1000-NC, complies with GB 30981.2-2025. For more details, see the "Product Characteristics" section |
All surfaces to be painted must be clean, dry and free of contaminants. Before painting, all surfaces must be assessed and prepared in accordance with ISO 8504-1.
Oil and grease must be removed in accordance with the SSPC-SP1 solvent cleaning standard.
Steel substrates: if used in immersed, damp or high-temperature environments, this product shall be applied on surfaces blast cleaned to Sa 3 (ISO 8501-1:2007), SSPC SP5 or NACE #1 and coated with a suitable primer. If used in dry or fume environments, blast cleaning to Sa 2½ (ISO 8501-1:2007), SSPC SP10 or NACE #2 is more appropriate. A jagged surface roughness of 75 µm (3 mils) is recommended.
Before applying a suitable primer, the concrete substrate must be fully cured. The concrete surface must be dry and pass the plastic sheet test (ASTM D4263). All surfaces to be coated must be clean, dry and free of accelerators, release agents, levelling agents, surface hardeners, efflorescence, grease, oil, dust, old coating and loose or spalled concrete. All concrete surfaces to be coated must be blast cleaned to remove laitance and obtain a rough surface. The surface tensile strength (ASTM D4541) must be at least 2 MPa (300 psi). For further information, refer to the concrete surface preparation specification.
The surface shall be coated with Ceilcote 380 primer at a wet film thickness of 50–125 µm (2–5 mil).
| Mixing | Ceilcote 232 Flakeline must be mixed and applied according to the detailed application instructions of the subsequent system. |
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This product is supplied in two containers forming one unit. Mix the two components in the specified ratio in one operation. Once mixed, use within the specified pot life.
(1) Stir the base (Component A) with a power mixer.
(2) Mix all of the curing agent (Component B) with the base (Component A) and stir thoroughly with a power mixer.
Do not mix more paint than can be used within the recommended pot life.
| Mixing ratio | 1 L Part A : 20 ml Part B (1 gal Part A : 2½ fl oz Part B) |
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| Pot life | 10°C (50°F) | 15°C (59°F) | 25°C (77°F) | 35°C (95°F) |
| 60 min | 50 min | 45 min | 30 min |
| Suitable for airless spray | Recommended nozzle diameter 0.64–0.84 mm (25–33 mils); total paint pressure at the nozzle not less than 155 kg/cm² (2204 lb/in²) |
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| Brush | Suitable | Several coats may be required to achieve the specified film thickness. |
| Roller application | Suitable | Several coats may be required to achieve the specified film thickness. |
| Thinner | Do not thin | |
| Cleaner | Ceilcote T-410 solvent | Note: clean all equipment immediately after use. |
| Interruption of work | Do not leave paint in hoses, spray guns or spray equipment. Flush all equipment thoroughly with T-410 solvent. Mixed paint should not be re-sealed. If work is interrupted for a long period, use freshly mixed paint when work resumes. |
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Once mixed, apply until all the mixed paint is used.
| Cleaning | Clean all equipment with T-410 solvent immediately after use. Periodic flushing of spray equipment during application is also recommended. The frequency of cleaning depends on the quantity sprayed, temperature and time, including all interruptions. |
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Surplus paint and empty containers must be disposed of in accordance with the relevant regional regulations.
Before using the relevant Ceilcote system, read the detailed Application Guide.
The application of Ceilcote 232 Flakeline requires that the staff of the application company have received complete application training. It is strongly recommended that both applicators and application supervisors be professionals with proper product training.
Before work begins, International Paint provides a precise system for dry film thickness and number of coats.
Although the activity of Ceilcote 232 Flakeline is 100%, the actual volume solids may be lower depending on application conditions; the estimated spreading rate recommended by International Protective Coatings is 85%.
| The surface temperature to be coated shall be at least 3 °C (5 °F) above the dew point. Ensure adequate ventilation during application and curing. | To control environmental conditions, dehumidification, air conditioning and/or heating equipment may be needed. |
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At all stages of application, the surface, air and paint temperatures must be between 10 °C (50 °F) and 43 °C (110 °F).
When applying outdoors or in sunlight, “bubbling” may occur as the surface temperature rises due to sunlight or ambient temperature. This can cause bubbles or pinholes in the applied flooring, lining or coating. When this occurs, shade the surface from sunlight, and/or apply in the cooler evening or at night, so that air does not escape from the concrete during initial cure. For more detailed advice, consult the International Paint Protective Coatings division.
If the recoat interval is exceeded, wipe with styrene to confirm whether recoating is possible. If the surface feels “slightly tacky”, adhesion is acceptable. If it is not softened by styrene, sweep blast or mechanically abrade the surface to obtain a matt, rough surface. Primed surfaces must be dry and free of foreign matter before lining, coating or flooring.
Following the correct coating procedure, Ceilcote 232 Flakeline can be returned to service after the following intervals: 10 °C (50 °F): 48 hours. 20 °C (70 °F): 24 hours. 35 °C (90 °F): 16 hours. Ceilcote 232 Flakeline is not intended as a decorative topcoat, and colour stability is hard to achieve.
The maximum continuous dry temperature resistance of Ceilcote 232 Flakeline is 177 °C (350 °F).
Ceilcote 232 Flakeline can be used in the following systems: MR system: first apply one coat of Ceilcote 380 or 370HT primer, then apply one coat of Ceilcote 6650 coating containing a fibre reinforcement layer, and finally apply one or more coats of the product.
CeilLine system: first apply one coat of Ceilcote 680 or 680M primer, then apply one coat of elastic coating Ceilcote Ceilline with reinforcing mesh, and finally apply one or more coats of Ceilcote 232 Flakeline product.
Note: VOC values are typical and for guidance only. They may vary with colour and general production tolerances.
Although the low-molecular-weight reactive additive becomes part of the film when cured under normal ambient conditions, analysis by EPA Method 24 shows that it also affects the VOC value.
Ceilcote 232 Flakeline should be applied on suitably prepared substrates. However, it is suitable for the following primers:
| Ceilcote 380 Primer | Ceilcote 370HT Primer. Ceilcote 232 Flakeline can also be a component of other systems, such as |
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| Ceilcote 232 Ceilline | Ceilcote 232MR. Ceilcote 232 Flakeline is usually self-recoated. |
| For further information on the industry standards, terms and abbreviations used in this datasheet, see www.international-pc.com | Available in the following documents on the website: • Definitions and Abbreviations • Surface Preparation • Paint Application • Theoretical and Practical Spreading Rate • Ceilcote 232 Flakeline Application Guide. Separate copies of these sections are available on request |
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This product is intended for professional applicators in industrial use only.
All work, including the application and use of this product, must comply with the relevant national standards, laws and regulations on safety, health and environmental protection.
During application and the subsequent drying period (for common drying times, see the product data sheet), provide adequate ventilation to keep solvent concentrations within safe limits and prevent fire and explosion. Forced ventilation is required in confined spaces. During application and drying, personal ventilation and respiratory protection (e.g. air-fed hood or suitable filter mask) must also be provided. Take the necessary measures to prevent skin and eye contact with the coating (e.g. protective clothing, gloves, goggles, mask, barrier cream).
Before use, read and follow the Material Safety Data Sheet and the Health and Safety section of the application procedure for this product (for two-component coatings, those of the base and curing agent).
If welding or cutting is performed on metal substrate previously coated with this product, dust and fumes will be released; use suitable personal protective equipment and local exhaust ventilation.
The specific safety measures depend on the application method and working environment. If these warnings or instructions are not fully understood or cannot be strictly observed, do not use the product and consult International Paint.
| Packaging Specifications | Component A | Component B | ||
| Volume | Packaging | Volume | Packaging | |
| 15 L | 14.71 L | 20 L | 0.29 L | 0.7 L |
| 4 US gal | 5 US gal | 10 fl oz | 1 US pint | |
For other packaging sizes, contact AkzoNobel.
| Packaging Specifications | Component A | Component B |
| 15 L | 20.3 kg | 0.39 kg |
| 4 US gal | 44.3 lb | 1 lb |
| Shelf life | Can be stored for 6 months at 20 °C (68 °F). Thereafter, inspection is required. Store in a dry, cool environment, away from heat and ignition sources. During storage and shipment, the temperature of the Ceilcote 232 Flakeline initiator must not be higher than 30 °C (90 °F). Refrigeration is recommended. It is advisable to store Part A and Part B separately. |
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The information given in this product data sheet is not exhaustive. Anyone who uses, for any purpose, any product other than those specifically recommended in this data sheet without first obtaining our written confirmation does so at their own risk as regards the suitability of the product for the intended purpose. Although to the best of our knowledge all advice or statements given about the product (whether in this data sheet or otherwise) are correct, we cannot control the quality or condition of the substrate, nor the many factors affecting the use and application of the product. Accordingly, unless we specifically agree otherwise in writing, we accept no liability, to the maximum extent permitted by law, for any product performance problem arising, or for any loss or damage caused by use of the product. We hereby disclaim any warranty or representation, express or implied, arising by operation of law or otherwise, including but not limited to any implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. All products supplied and all technical guidance provided are subject to our standard terms and conditions of sale. You should obtain a copy of this document and read it carefully. The information contained in this product data sheet may be amended at any time in the light of experience and of our product development policy. Before using the product, it is the customer's responsibility to check with the local representative that the data sheet in their possession is the latest version.
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