Energy losses due to the effects of viscous drag and surface roughness, accentuated by erosion-corrosion effects, can be reduced by the application of a protective coating to the surfaces of fluid handling equipment.
Conventional coatings, however, have severe limitations:
- Many fail to give a smooth surface.
- Poor rheology leads to excessive film thickness which will affect flow characteristics.
- Insufficient resistance to erosion-corrosion attack.
In contrast, the unique hydrophobic nature of the Belzona® 1341 system makes water simply roll off. Wear by abrasion is minimized by its encapsulated blend of lubricating and abrasion resistant fillers.When applied to fluid flow equipment, Belzona® 1341 can reduce power consumption, increase efficiency, lower maintenance costs, and improve hydrodynamic performance.
Belzona® 1341 is suitable for contact with potable water. It is certified to NSF/ANSI Standard 61, and satisfies the U.K. Drinking Water Inspectorate requirements.