Chapter 7

Question 1

List 3 desirable properties of a coating?

Answer 1

• Chemical Resistance
• Water Resistance
• Ease of Application
• Adhesion to substrate
• Cohesive Strength
• Flexibility and Elongation
• Impact Resistance
• Abrasion Resistance
• Temperature Resistance
• Dielectric Strength

Question 2

Two broad classification of coating are

Answer 2

Organic - Inorganic
Convertible - Non-convertible
Thermosetting - Thermoplastic

Question 3

What are the 2 primary components of a liquid applied coating?

Answer 3

• Pigment

* Vehicle (Resin or Binder and Solvent)

Question 4

What are the three methods by which a coating provides corrosion control

Answer 4

• Barrier
• Inhibitive
• Sacrificial

Question 5

What are the three different ways a coating can adhere to the surface?

Answer 5

• Chemical
• Mechanical
• Polar
• A combination of all three