500°F or 260°C 

We suggest keeping most applications under 400°F or 210°F because of heat spikes which can exceed 500°F or 260°C

Yes.

Yes.

A: Will the ceramic still insulate the pipe?
Yes

B: Will it reduce the pipe to a safe touchable temperature?
Yes
 
C: Will it peel off?

No, so long as it does not exceed 500°F or 260°C. 

Yes.

Yes. The thickness necessary would be about 40 to 60 mils thick (1 mm to 1.5mm) depending upon the humidity and the temperature of the unit being coated. Extreme situations will require more.

Yes. There are situations where the other products may work better or might be cheaper. Each application has to have all aspects considered as to effectiveness and cost benefits.

Smooth...Depending on sprayer you can create whatever finish you are seeking.

Yes.

Yes.

Yes. It adheres directly to the surface, acting as a vapour barrier. It is impervious to moisture, it minimizes/reduces the chance of corrosion.

No. If it is going to be used in an abrasive or acid environment, then it should be sealed with an acid-resistant urethane.

No. It is not designed to take such loads.

Without primer? Yes.

It is only produced in white. Few applications require coloring it.

Yes – use standard latex pigment. Use 1.5 times the standard amount of pigment in the color charts for one gallon of paint for each 5 gallon bucket.

Contact Distribution.

Yes. By adding heat and increased air flow, the drying/curing time can be sped up. In the sun, curing time is an hour or two.

Yes. Recommended to use TC Ceramic high build (“HB”). “HB” can be applied in thicknesses of 30 mils (.4mm) up to 60 mils (1.6mm) per coat.

Yes

No. The surface must be clean, dry and free of dust, dirt, grease or oil. On most steel surfaces, it is recommended to use a rust inhibitor primer as in the ordinary preparation of the steel.

Yes.

Yes and no. It will not reflect the solar heat, but with 30 to 40 mils (.8mm to 1.0mm) it will block the heat from the inside. Yes, it still works but differently, thus requires thicker applications.

Yes, the best application is on an external roof at 15 mils/.4mm. – for reducing solar heat. With thermal conductive heat, then you have to use more product to block the heat. This is the same with all insulations. Moisture will not impact TC Ceramic’s™ insulation effectiveness as with other materials.

Yes. Exterior at 15 mils (.4mm) and interior 30 mils (.8mm) or thicker depending upon the situation.

Yes, just like white paint stains. Clean with soap and water. If a clean surface is important, then seal it with a latex enamel or a urethane.

Yes. Paint thinner or paint stripper will take it off slowly.

The surface will probably not be affected, but each application is different, so this is not a known factor.

One year when stored inside in a cool place. Do not allow to freeze. (can last years if stored properly.)

Warranty is for two years in industrial applications (hot pipe etc.) and 10 years for commercial applications (roofs etc.)

Yes, we recommend sealing the thermal coat in pipe applications if abuse from humans, animals or insects is expected.

Yes, Contact Distribution.

No insulation savings, just long term protection for the coating.

Generally, wait 24 hours between coats. Ambient air temperature and airflow are the biggest factors. Hot surfaces may be recoated when dry to the touch for the 1st and 2nd coats, then allow it to cure overnight.

For a pipeline:


-Is it above ground or below ground?
-Is it in an abusive environment?
-Does the insulation need to be sealed?
-What is the inside temperature of the pipe?
-What is the outside temperature of the pipe?
-What is the outside & inside temperature you wish to maintain? — what is the ambient air temperature or ground temperature? — will you have re-heating stations on the line?
-What is the flow rate in the pipe?

Consider also that all elbows, valves and other fittings can be insulated with TC Ceramic just by spraying them without having to create or manufacture some special insulation box. TC Ceramic would also be anti-corrosive as it is impervious to water, thus seals the pipe. It is also when sealed, resistant to bugs or small animals from trying to live in it which is normal for foam insulation. The foam also slowly becomes water saturated which then ceases to insulate.