Important Isocyanate (ISO) Information
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Material Self-ignition
Keep Components A and B
Separate
Moisture Sensitivity of
Isocyanates
Exposure to moisture (such as humidity) will cause ISO to par-
tially cure, forming small, hard, abrasive crystal that become
suspended in the fluid. Eventually a film will form on the sur-
face and the ISO will begin to gel, increasing in viscosity.
NOTE: The amount of film formation and rate of crystallization
varies depending on the blend of ISO, the humidity, and the
temperature.
Foam Resins with 245 fa
Blowing Agents
Some foam blowing agents will froth at temperatures above
90°F (33°C) when not under pressure, especially if agitated.
To reduce frothing, minimize preheating in a circulation
system.
Changing Materials
Some materials may become self-igniting if applied too thick.
Read material manufacturer’s warnings and Safety Data
Sheet (SDS).
Cross-contamination can result in cured material in fluid
lines which could cause serious injury or damage equip-
ment. To prevent cross-contamination:
• Never interchange component A and component B
wetted parts.
• Never use solvent on one side if it has been
contaminated from the other side.
NOTICE
Partially cured ISO will reduce performance and the life of all
wetted parts.
• Always use a sealed container with a desiccant dryer in
the vent, or a nitrogen atmosphere. Never store ISO in
an open container.
• Keep the ISO pump wet cup or reservoir (if installed)
filled with appropriate lubricant. The lubricant creates a
barrier between the ISO and the atmosphere.
• Use only moisture-proof hoses compatible with ISO.
• Never use reclaimed solvents, which may contain mois-
ture. Always keep solvent containers closed when not in
use.
• Always lubricate threaded parts with an appropriate
lubricant when reassembling.
NOTICE
Changing the material types used in your equipment
requires special attention to avoid equipment damage
and downtime.
• When changing materials, flush the equipment
multiple times to ensure it is thoroughly clean.
• Always clean the fluid inlet strainers after flushing.
• Check with your material manufacturer for chemi-
cal compatibility.
• When changing between epoxies and urethanes
or polyureas, disassemble and clean all fluid com-
ponents and change hoses. Epoxies often have
amines on the B (hardener) side. Polyureas often
have amines on the B (resin) side.
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