Epoxy Conductive
Conductive Epoxy floor coatings are a type of coating used in environments where electrical conductivity is required to prevent malfunctions in devices due to static electricity. By using a carbon-containing layer in the floor preparation and providing grounding, the occurrence of static electricity causing malfunctions in devices is prevented.
Generally, two-component epoxies, like other thermosetting plastics, transition from liquid to solid after a certain period and mature to their final hardness within one or two weeks. A highly rigid and durable surface is obtained. Typically used in indoor spaces,
Main features include:
- High strength
- Conductive
- Thickness between 1 mm and 3 mm
- Resistance to acids
- Smooth surface
The combination of epoxy with glass or carbon fiber provides excellent mechanical strength. Therefore, it is widely used in space and aviation technologies and the maritime industry. It is also commonly used in the construction sector. During repairs, it is used to fill suitable cracks, place steel reinforcements to be added later into concrete, and the tensile strengths of reinforcements embedded in concrete are quite high. It also serves as a surface coating product.
The term 'Epoxy' is derived from two prefixes in Greek: 'epi,' meaning 'on,' and 'oxy,' meaning 'sharp/acidic.' As understood from its name, Conductive Epoxy is the conductive version prepared with a carbon mixture in the floor preparation and grounded through copper fittings. With its aesthetic, dust-free, vehicle traffic, medium, and high strength properties, it is generally developed for areas with smooth surfaces or areas that have been corrected and prepared and areas where it is necessary to avoid damage caused by static electricity to devices.
Epoxy floor coatings are sensitive products where the preparation and inspection of the floor before application are as important as the application itself. Therefore, the area to be applied must be carefully examined, the floor must be purified from factors such as dirt, dust, oil, paint, while ensuring adhesion, and if necessary, some equipment (ball vacuum machine, grinding machine, etc.) should be used. After determining factors such as humidity related to the floor, the application should be carried out while considering the weather conditions during application. Due to their low UV resistance, epoxy coatings should be preferred for enclosed areas, and due to their rigid structure, they should not be applied to flexible floors.
Main application areas include:
- Paint shops
- Production areas in factories
- Areas with sensitive equipment used for information technology
- Areas with intensive use of electronic devices
- Areas where static electricity should be avoided
It should be applied by a professional team. Floor preparation before application is crucial, and technical personnel need to assess each area separately.
