Heavy Duty Protective Coating
General Description
MIL-C-16173 Grade 1 is an dark colored, high melting point, resilient coating designed to provide long term protection of metal surfaces. MIL-C-16173 Grade 1 is applied as a solution in a volatile solvent. The residual film, after solvent evaporation, is highly resistant to salt water and salt spray.
MIL-C-16173 Grade 1 is supplied ready to use to simplify handling and application of the product.
Performance Results
| MIL-C-16173 Grade 1 | Film Thickness | Days to Fail | ||
| Mils | Microns | Humidity Cabinet on Polished Steel |
5% Salt Spray | |
| 3.50 | 88.9 | 60+ | 45+ | |
Application
MIL-C-16173 Grade 1 can be applied by dipping the parts to be protected in a vat or spraying the parts to be protected with air sprayers, pump type sprayers or by pouring the product over the parts. Removal of protective films is accomplished by using a steam cleaner or washing the parts in mineral spirits.
Physical Properties
| Appearance | Thick, Dark Black Liquid |
| Odor | Solvent Odor |
| Specific Gravity | 0.85 - 0.90 |
| Flash Point (minimum) | 108º F |
| Low Temperature Flexibility -29ºC (-20ºF) | Excellent |
MIL-C-16173 Grade 1 meets following MIL-SPEC:
MIL-C-16173 Grade 1.
Availability
MIL-C-16173 Grade 1 is available in UN approved 5 gallon pail, 55 gallon drums and bulk quantities.
Handling
Observe warning label on containers. Normal precautions for industrial chemicals apply.