General Description
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RP-606 is an dark colored, high melting point, resilient coating designed to provide long term protection of metal surfaces. RP-606 is applied as a solution in a volatile solvent. The residual film, after solvent evaporation, is highly resistant to salt water and salt spray. RP-606 is supplied predispersed in mineral spirits to simplify handling and application of the product.
Performance Results
| Neat RP-606 | Film Thickness | Days to Fail | Days to Fail | |
| Mils | Microns | Humidity Cabinet on Polished Steel |
5% Salt Spray | |
| 4.00 | 101.6 | 60+ | 60+ | |
Application
RP-606 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 Brown Liquid |
| Odor | Solvent Odor |
| Specific Gravity | .90 |
| Flash Point (minimum) | 108º F |
| Melting Point | Liquid as Provided |
Various blends of RP-606 meet or exceed the following MIL-SPECS: MIL-C-83933, MIL-C-0083933A (MR), MIL-C-16173E, Grade 4, Mil-C 11796 class 3, Class I, MIL-C-62218 (AT).
Availability
RP-606 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.