Desco TB-7001 User Manual

DESCO INDUSTRIES INC. Technical Bulletin TB-7001

Statguard® Conductive Acrylic Paint
Application Instructions

Figure 1. Statguard® Conductive Acrylic paint.

Description

Statguard® Conductive Acrylic Paint is a one part floor coating
formulated to produce controlled dissipation of static electrical
charges. Statguard® Conductive Acrylic Paint is very effective as a
static control floor coating for electronics manufacturing, assembly,
and storage. It is available in grey (similar to PMS 432) in 1 gallon
(3.8 litres) containers and in 5 gallon (19 litres) containers; and in
light grey (similar to PMS 429) in 5 gallon (19 litres) containers.
The color may vary between production lots.

NOTE: Statguard® Conductive Acrylic Paint has a one year shelf
life from the date of invoice. The product should not be allowed to
freeze. Store at temperatures above 45 degrees as stated in the
Material Safety Data Sheet. We recommend that these products
be stored in their original containers and be sealed when not in
use. We cannot guarantee performance if not properly mixed or is
used after one year from date of sale.

General Guidelines

GROUNDING:

Conventional grounding practices like connecting painted surfaces
to ground or internal building grounds are only required for
applications of Statguard® Conductive Acrylic Paint that are not in
excess of 20 square feet (1.8 square metres). For applications that
are greater than 20 square feet (1.8 square metres), grounding
should not be required. The electrical properties of conductive
paint enable the surface to dissipate 5000 volts to zero in less than

0.01 seconds per FTMS 101C, Method 4046 without conventional
grounds. The conductive paint becomes a capacitive reservoir that
effectively drains static charges.

Foot grounders should be used in conjunction with flooring painted
with Statguard® Conductive Acrylic Paint to properly ground
personnel. For more information, please contact any of the Desco
Industries companies.

Made in America

Surface Preparation

The two most important characteristics for successful application
of Statguard® Conductive Acrylic Paint applications are:

1. The surface must be clean, dry, dull, and smooth. Heavy dirt or
grease build-up should be removed with a stripper or degreaser.
Cleaning methods range from: sweeping, vacuuming, wire brush,
air-blasting, water jet, steam cleaning, or stripping.

2. If the surface is concrete, it must be in good condition.

CONCRETE:

New concrete should cure for a minimum of 28 days before
coating with Statguard® Conductive Acrylic Paint. Not all concrete
is created equal -- concrete surfaces vary widely in physical and
chemical qualities due to the way the concrete was formulated,
poured, or finished.

There are several methods to prepare problem concrete. Each
method depends on the condition of the concrete. Adhesion
properties can be increased by profiling or roughing the surface
through acid etching, rotary drum sanding, scarifying, or
mechanically scratching the surface.

You must test for moisture in the concrete. If moisture is present,
the floor should not be coated until the source of the moisture is
determined and eliminated.

PRIMING:

Statguard® Conductive Acrylic Paint bonds well to clean, dry
concrete. However, a standard industrial primer can be used on
certain difficult to bond substrates and enhance the adhesion of
Statguard® Conductive Acrylic Paint.

PREVIOUSLY PAINTED SURFACES:

The surface should be clean and free of dust, grease, wax, and
soap residue. Wash with ordinary detergent and water. Rinse
thoroughly with clean water and let dry. Glossy surfaces can be
dulled by lightly sanding and then vacuuming and cleaning. Cracks
and holes should be repaired before applying the Statguard®
Conductive Acrylic Paint. Adhesion can be improved by using a
standard industrial type primer.

UNPAINTED SURFACES:

Adhesion can be improved by using a standard industrial type
primer. Metal should be primed with red oxide primer. Concrete,
wood, plastics, and most other surfaces should be properly
cleaned. Let dry and then apply Statguard® Conductive Acrylic
Paint.

COVERAGE:

Statguard® Conductive Acrylic Paint will cover 300 to 400 square
feet (27.87 to 37.16 square metres) at a 1 to 1.5 mil (0.0254 to

0.0381 mm) thick dry film per gallon (3.87 litres) on a smooth
surface. Coverage is less on coarse or textured surfaces. Two
coats are recommended to achieve maximum performance from
the paint.

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Application

Always use in a well ventilated area or wear
a suitable respirator. Wear appropriate
eye protection such as splash goggles and
impervious type protection gloves to protect
hands.

MIXING

1. Mix paint thoroughly before use (See
Figure 2) using a 500-1500 RPM variable
speed drill and paint mixing attachment or a
paint mixer.

2. If the paint, after properly mixing, is not
freely transferring from the roller to the floor,
the Statguard ESD paint can be thinned with
water up to 10% max by volume.

a. Start by slowly mixing 5% water into the
master container and apply again.

b. Do not add more than 10% of water to
the mix.

APPLICATION BY ROLLER

1. Stir paint thoroughly to mix any
settled solids to produce uniform grey
color.

1.

Mix any settled solids to produce a
uniform grey color.

3.

Saturate a 1/4” fine nap roller with paint,
remove excess paint and trapped air.

Figure 2. Paint application with roller.

2. Combine separate cans of paint into
one container to ensure uniform color distribution. It is
recommended that a
test area be coated to ensure that the adhesion and electrical
performance
of the paint is acceptable. (See Adhesion Testing, Figure 5.) If the
test areas show inadequate adhesion, use an industrial
floor primer/sealer.

3. Saturate a 1/4” (6.35 mm) fine nap roller or an industrial brush
with paint. Remove
excess paint and trapped air from the applicator by moving
applicator several times in the paint tray.

4. A minimum number of strokes from
the applicator on the substrate is
recommended to minimize air bubbles.

2.

Combine separate cans into a larger
container.

4.

A minimum number of strokes from the
applicator is recommended.

Clean Up

Wash applicators with water immediately after painting. Remove
paint spills promptly with a wet cloth. Close container after each
use. Keep container from freezing.

Drying Time

It is recommended that Statguard® Conductive Acrylic Paint be
allowed to dry at a temperature in excess of 45°F (7°C) until dry.

A minimum of 1 to 2 hours drying time should be allowed before
applying the second coat. The finish can be applied after 48-72
hours or until the last coat of paint is cured. Wait a minimum of 12
hours drying time after the last coat before allowing light traffic on
the coated area. At high humidity levels, a longer drying time may
be necessary. Do not force dry.

APPLICATION BY SPRAY

Conventional Spray Gun: “E” fluid tip
and needle and #704, 765 or 78 air
gap.

Airless Spray: Spray gun and spray
cap or suitable orifice diameter

0.020-0.025” (0.508-0.635 mm).
Mix paint thoroughly before using

and stir occasionaly when applying.
No thinning necessary for spray
applications. Room tempera ture must be above 50°F (10°C).

A minimum of two coats of Statguard® Conductive Acrylic Paint is
recommended for appropriate static protection.

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Figure 3. Spray paint
application

Maintenance

Use sweeper, vacuum, or broom to remove dirt. Allow two weeks
drying time before using a damp mop to clean the coated area.
Do not use abrasive cleaners, floor rinse, or scrubbing machine to
clean the floor.

Finish/Sealer

Desco Statguard® Conductive Acrylic Paint can be overcoated or
sealed with Statguard® Floor Finish static dissipative coating to
increase durability, enhance shine, improve ease of maintenance,
and seal out dirt and debris. Desco Statguard® Conductive Light
Grey Acrylic Paint needs the Statguard® Floor Finish for gloss
and ease of maintenance . Statguard® is a polymer base floor
finish/sealer that can be used as a top coat on the Conductive
Acrylic Paint. Surface resistivity will then be in the 106-107
ohms range. Two coats are recommended. Three coats will
improve electrical properties, durability and reduce frequency of

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1.

2.

Use a razor to cut into a painted, dried

Figure 4. Electrical testing on

floor.

the painted floor using a Surface
Resistance Test Kit.

maintenance. Apply Statguard® Floor Finish
after 48-72 hours after last coat of paint. Paint
becomes dry to the touch, but is not fully cured
to accept a finish coat until this time. If you
notice the paint color coming off when finishing,
it is too soon to apply. Please wait for the
paint to cure fully. Ask for Technical Bulletin
TB-2088 for more information on Statguard®
Floor Finish.

Physical Properties

Type:

Water base acrylic coating

Color:

Grey, Light Grey

Vehicle Type:

Pure acrylic resin waterborne

Pigment Type:

Lead free, iron oxide, titanium dioxide and extenders

Viscosity:

Light Grey 26” #3 Zahn cup
Grey 23” #3 Zahn cup

Solids:

Light Grey 24% by volume
Grey 20% by volume

Coating Density:

Light Grey 9.54 lbs per gallon
Grey 10.27 lbs per gallon (1.0 kilograms per
litre)

Gloss:

Light Grey 2 @ 60°F
Grey 22 @ 60°F (30 @ 60°C)

Temperature Range:

Wet: 33°F - 110°F (1°C - 43°C)
Dry: 33°F - 300°F (1°C - 149°C)
(300°F [149°C] not continuous)

3.

Pull the tape off.

Figure 5. Adhesion test on the painted floor.

Electrical Properties

Surface Resistivity:

Apply tape on the precut area.

4.

Examine the degree of paint separation
from the concrete.

105 ohms/sq. per ASTM D257

Static Charge Decay:

<0.01 sec. per FTMS 101B, Method 4046

Charge Generation:

Zero per AATCC Step Test, Method 134-1979

RTT:

105 ohms per ANSI ESD-S7.1

RTG:

105 ohms per ANSI ESD-S7.1

Testing

Representative areas should be tested for adhesion and electrical
performance of the paint before applying paint to the entire floor. To
best ensure consistent results, the test should be done at various
locations.

ELECTRICAL PROPERTIES:

Test the surface resistivity, point-to-point resistance, and resistance­to-ground properties of coated area per ANSI ESD-S7.1 test method.
For quick and easy verification of the paint’s electrical properties,
we recommend the use of our a Surface Resistance Test Kit (Figure

4). For more information contact any of the Desco Industries Inc.
companies.

ADHESION:

Allow newly applied paint to dry a minimum of 48 hours before
proceeding with the test. At humidity levels over 55% RH, allow 72
hours of drying time before testing. Use a razor to cut a cross or a few
perpendicular lines over a 3” by 3” (75 mm by 75 mm) area on several
spots of the thoroughly dried area. Use a piece of masking tape to
cover the marked area. Make sure the tape is thoroughly adhered to
the test area. Pull the tape off the surface and examine the amount
of paint which has peeled off during the test. If any significant portion
is transferred to the tape, better surface preparation (acid etching,
cleaning or sanding) should be done on the substrate to enhance the
adhesion.

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RoHS Compliance Statement

None of the following materials are intentionally added in
manufacturing this product: lead, mercury, cadmium, hexavalent
chromium, polybrominated biphenyls (PBB) or polybrominated diphenyl
ethers (PBDE) as outlined in the Directive 2002/95/EC Article 4.1. See
Desco Industries Inc. letter on-line at

DescoIndustries.com.

Limited Warranty

Desco Industries Inc. expressly warrants that for a period
of one (1) year from the date of purchase, our Statguard®
Conductive Acrylic Paint will be free of defects in material.
Within the warranty period, the material will be replaced at our
option, free of charge. Call our Customer Service Department
at 781-821-8370 or 00 44 (0) 1892-665313 in Europe for a
Return Material Authorization (RMA) and proper shipping
instructions and address. You should include a copy of your
original packing slip, invoice, or other proof of purchase date.
Any material under warranty should be shipped prepaid to the
Desco Industries Inc. factory. Warranty replacements will take
approximately two weeks.

Warranty Exclusions

THE FOREGOING EXPRESS WARRANTY IS MADE IN LIEU
OF ALL OTHER PRODUCT WARRANTIES, EXPRESSED
AND IMPLIED, INCLUDING MERCHANTABILITY AND
FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE WHICH ARE
SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMED. The express warranty will not
apply to defects or damage due to accidents, neglect, misuse,
alterations, operator error, or failure to properly maintain, clean
or repair products.

Limit of Liability

In no event will Desco Industries Inc. or any seller be
responsible or liable for any injury, loss or damage, direct or
consequential, arising out of the use of or the inability to use
the product. Before using, users shall determine the suitability
of the product for their intended use, and users assume all risk
and liability whatsoever in connection therewith.

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Material Safety Data Sheet

Material Safety Data Sheet maybe used to comply with
EC, according to 91/155EC and ANSI Standard Z400.1-1998
Date: June 1, 2008

NFPA Designation 704

Degree of Hazard
4 = Extreme 1 = Slight
3 = High 0 = Insignificant
2 = Moderate

Special Hazard

Health

(Blue)

STATGUARD® Conductive Acrylic Paint

1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE PRODUCT and OF THE ENTERPRISE

Chemical name: Paint, Conductive
Manufacturer: Desco Industries Inc. Emergency Phone: [phone]
One Colgate Way Fax: [phone]
Canton, MA 02021
U.S.A.

2. INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS/COMPOSITION

Ingredients Weight CAS-No. TLV-value R-Phrases
Ethylene Glycol Monobutyl Ether* 2.5-10% 111-76-2 25 ppm R20/21/22-36/38
n-butanol* 0-2.5% 71-36-3 50 ppm R10-22-37/38-41-67
Mineral Spirits 0-2% 64741-41-9 100 ppm
2-(2-Butoxyethoxy)ethanol 0-1% 112-34-5 NE R36
2-ethyl-1-Hexanol 0-1% 104-76-7 NE
Ammonium Hydroxide 0-1% 1336-21-6 50 ppm R34, R50

*Listed Chemical Subject To Reporting Requirement of SARA Section 313 of Title III
HMIS Rating Health 1 Reactivity 0

Flammability 0 Personal Protection B

Flammability

(Red)

1

1

0

Reactivity

0

(Yellow)

3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION

Hazard description: Not applicable
Information concerning particular hazards for human and environment:
The product does not have to be labeled due to the calculation procedure of the “General Classification guidelines for preparations of the
EU” in the latest valid version.

4. FIRST AID MEASURES

General information: No special measures required.
Eye Contact Flush with water for at least 15 minutes, Consult a Doctor.
Skin Contact Generally the product does not irritate the skin. Wash with soap and water. Remove contaminated
clothing. Consult a physician if any irritation persists.
Ingestion Induce vomiting, drink 2 glasses of water. Contact a physician.
Inhalation Move subject to fresh air. Consult a Doctor in case of complaints.

5. EXTINGUISHING MEASURES

Proper Extinguishing Media The National Fire Protection (NFPA) classifies ingredient liquids to be Class B fires. Therefore, any
approved Fire Extinguisher of extinguishing agent may be used for fighting purpose, e.g. CO2, dry
chemical and foam.
Protective Clothing Wearing of appropriate protective equipment including self-contained breathing apparatus should be
used.
Special Procedures Water spray may be ineffective. If water is used, fog nozzles are preferable. Water may be used to
cool closed containers to prevent pressure build-up, and possible auto ignition or explosion when
exposed to extreme heat.

6. MEASURES TO EXPOSURE OF PRODUCT

Personal Precautions Wearing protective clothing. Inhalation protection. Extinguish all ignition sources.
Environmental Precautions Dilute with plenty of water, do not allow entry to sewers or ground water
Cleaning / Collecting Procedures Dike and absorb with liquid binding material (sand, diatomite, sawdust)

7. HANDLING AND STORAGE

Handling Use in well-ventilated areas; avoid breathing vapors. Keep containers closed when not in use. Avoid
from freezing.
Storage Storage Temperature: Max. 49°C/120°F-1°C/34°F
Keep from freezing

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8. EXPOSURE CONTROL/PERSONAL EXPOSURE

Control Parameters TLV-value 50 ppm maximum for n-butanol and 25 ppm for Ethylene Glycol Monobutyl Ether
Other Regulations None
Measures For Technical Control Preferences of technical measure to prevent or control contact with the product. Isolating process
and personnel, mechanical ventilation (dilution and local exhaust) and the regulation of process
conditions. In case of non- prevention or non-control, a proper protective wearing should be used.
Respiratory Protection Not required. Wear MSHA/NIOSH approved respirator where exposure limits are exceeded
Hand Protection Impervious/Neoprene Gloves
Eye Protection Chemical Splash Goggles (ANSI Z-87.1)
Work/Hygienic Practices Wash hands before eating, smoking, or using washroom facilities

9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

Form Fluid
Color Grey, Opaque
Smell Mild
pH 8.5
Boiling Point at °C >100-101°C (212-214°F)
Freezing Point at °C 0.0°C (32.0 °F)
Flash Point at °C 65 °C
Explosive Limits LEL: 0.8 UEL: 25.0
Inflammability Limits N/A(vol.% in air)
Solubility in water Complete
VOC per method 24 of EPA 2.3 -2.5 lbs VOC/ gal
Vapor Pressure (mmHg) 92.43 mm @ 20 °C
Vapor Density (air=1) Heavier than air
Density at 20°C 8.17 lbs./gal or 1.14 g/cm3
Specific Gravity (H20=1) 1.21
Inflammability Classification according to OSHA and EC-regulations “non-flammable”
Ignition Temperature 240.0 °C
Evaporation Rate Slower than n-butyl acetate
% Volatile by Volume 13.229%

10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

Stability/Reactivity Stable product at normal conditions
Conditions to avoid Temperatures above 49°C/120°F and below 1°C/34°F, Open flames and sparks.
Materials to avoid Strong Oxidizing agents and alkalies.
Hazardous Decomposition Oxides of carbon and nitrogen. If involved in fire (from other sources) could conceivably result in
release of Carbon Dioxide and Carbon Monoxide fumes.

11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Ingredient-Material Description PEL TLV (twa) LD50 (mg/kg) LC50 (ppm)
mg/m3 ppm (rat) (rbt) (rat)
oral dermal inhal

Ethylene Glycol Monobutyl Ether * 50.0 0.0 25.0 470.0 220.0 0.0
Butanol* 50.0 0.0 50.0 0.0 0.0 0.0
Mineral Spirits 100.00 0.0 100.0 0.0 0.0 0.0
2-(2-Butoxyethoxy)ethanol 0.0 0.0 0.0 6560.0 4120.0 0.0
2-ethyl-1-Hexanol 0.0 0.0 0.0 3730 1970 0.0
Ammonium Hydroxide 0.0 35.0 50.0 350.0 0.0 0.0

*Listed Chemical Subject To Reporting Requirement of SARA Section 313 of Title III

• Acute toxicity

• Primary irritant effect:

• On the skin: No irritant effect

• On the eye: No irritant effect

• Sensatization: No sensitizing effects known

• Additional toxicological information:
The product in not classified according to the calculation method of the General EU Classification guideline for Preparations as issued in the
latest version. When used and handled according to specifications, the product does not have any harmful effects to our experience and the
information provided to us.

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12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

General Notes:
Water hazard class 1 (German Regulations) (self-assessment): slightly hazardous for water. Do not allow undiluted product or large
quantities of it to reach ground water, water course or sewage system.
Mobility The product is aqueous and will be separated in aqueous conditions
Degradability N/A
Bioaccumulation Not likely
Ecotoxicity None known
Reference to BimSchV N/A

13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

Product Dike and collect material into plastic container. Water rinse and drain, flush small amounts. Use
sanitary landfill disposal. Follow state and local regulations
(RCRA; Subtitle D).
Hazardous Waste Number Nonregulated

14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION

This product is not classified for transport under ADR/IMDG regulations.

15. REGULATORY INFORMATION

Labeling according To EU guideline: Observe the general safety regulations when handeling chemicals. The product is not subject to
identification regulations under EU Directives and the Ordinance on Hazardous Materials (Genman GefStoffV).
National Regualtions:
Waterhazard class: Water hazard class 1 (Self-assessment): slightly hazard for water
Physical/Chemical Indication Non-flammable
Safety Phrase (S2): keep away from children, (S7): keep containers well closed, (S24/25): avoid contact with skin
and eyes, (S45): in case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately, show
label where possible, (S53): avoid exposure obtain special instruction before use, (S62): if
swallowed, do not induce vomiting; seek medical advice immediately and show this container or
label.
EU Classification This product does not have to be classified according to the EU Regulations.
(67/548/EEC-88/379/EEC)
EINECS Status All components are included in the EINECS Inventories except cas #104-76-7
TSCA All ingredients of this product are listed or are excluded from the listing on the U.S. Toxic Substance
Control Act (TSCA) Chemical Substance inventory.

16. OTHER INFORMATION

Further Information None Known

Disclaimer
The information given in this publication has been worked up to the best of the knowledge of Desco Industries Inc, as well as taking into
consideration the applicable laws and regulations. We cannot anticipate all conditions under which this information and our products or the
products of the manufacturers in combination with our products may be used. We accept no responsibility for the results obtained by the
application information or the safety and suitability of our product or product combination with other products. Users are advised to make
their own tests to determine the safety and suitability of each such product or product combination for their own purposes. Unless otherwise
agreed in writing, we sell the products without warranty, and buyers end users assume responsibility and liability for loss or damage arising
from the handling and use of our products, whether used alone or in combination with other products.

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