Description
Tectyl 5164 is an asphalt-based, long-term rust preventive coating manufactured by Daubert Chemical Company. This heavy-duty, professional-grade product is specifically formulated to provide excellent corrosion protection for transportation equipment and industrial applications. With its thixotropic properties, Tectyl 5164 delivers a firm, pliable, semi-gloss black film that adheres well to metal surfaces while offering outstanding resistance to moisture, salt spray, and other corrosive elements. As a derivation of military-grade technology, this coating has been reapplied for common automotive industry applications and meets Federal Specification TT-C-520B, making it suitable for environments where long-lasting protection is essential.
Properties
- Dry Film Color: Black
- Film Type: Firm, Pliable, Semi-Gloss
- Liquid Appearance: Viscous, Thixotropic
- Solids: 63% by weight, 50% by volume
- VOC: 3.22 lbs/gal minus water
- Viscosity: 39,000 cPs (Brookfield RV Spindle #5 @ 10 rpm)
- Specific Gravity: 1.06
- Weight per Gallon: 8.83
- Flash Point: 105°F
- Wet Film Thickness: 20-30 mils
- Dry Film Thickness: 10-15 mils
- Coverage: 53-80 sq.ft/gallon
- Cure Time: 4 hours
- Impervious to Water: 1 hour
- Corrosion Resistance: 1,500 hours in 5% salt spray test
- Humidity Resistance: 2,000 hours in 100% relative humidity
- Indoor Exposure Protection: 5 years
- Outdoor Exposure Protection: 5 years
- Removal: Mineral spirits or citrus-based cleaners
Ideal Applications
Automotive and Transportation Equipment
- Vehicle underbodies – Primary application as an undercoating for transportation equipment
- Frame rails and chassis components – For long-term corrosion protection
- Heavy equipment – Construction and agricultural machinery exposed to harsh environments
- Truck beds and trailers – Especially areas exposed to road salt and moisture
- Commercial fleet vehicles – For preventative maintenance programs
Industrial Applications
- Outdoor storage of metal components – Protection during long-term storage
- Steel structures – Where long-term corrosion protection is needed
- Equipment operating in corrosive environments – Mining, marine, or chemical industries
- Metal shipping containers – For extended protection during transport or storage
- Industrial machinery bases – Areas exposed to moisture and chemicals
Military Applications
- Military vehicles and equipment – For protection during storage or deployment
- Ordnance and weapon systems – Non-critical external surfaces
- Transport containers – For equipment being shipped or stored
Application Guidelines
- Apply at temperatures above 50°F to allow for proper film formation
- Use airless spray equipment (15:1 airless pump or greater)
- Equipment should deliver 800-1200 psi to a 0.017 to 0.025 reverse-a-clean tip
- Apply to clean, prepared surfaces
- Supplied in totes and open head drums
- Store in a cool, dry location
- Keep away from ignition sources due to flash point
- Consult SDS for proper handling procedures
This product meets Federal Specification TT-C-520B and provides an excellent balance of long-term corrosion protection with the handling convenience of a firm, paint-like film.