Technical Design Data / Corrosion Protection
Corrosion Protection
Product Coating – Rilsan Nylon 11
Most Viking Johnson products are supplied with Rilsan Nylon 11 to ensure full protection against corrosion.
Rilsan Nylon 11 is a thermoplastic polyamide powder coating produced from a renewable raw material of plant origin (Castor Oil). Applied by dipping in a fluidised bed, it forms a durable protection with excellent resistance to impact, abrasion, weathering, many chemicals and with good thermal stability and flexibility. Rilsan Nylon 11 provides all the corrosion protection you need for most buried and above ground service applications and eliminates the need for any further protection, such as on-site wrapping. For specific chemical resistance information, please check the chemical resistance chart at the end of the section, or ask for specific recommendations.
Rilsan Nylon 11 is both WRAS and DWI approved, is suitable for use with potable water and has a maximum operating temperature rating of 90°C (195°F) for water service. It also meets the requirements of WIS 4-52-01 Part 1 and EN 10310.
Site repair of localised surface damage, e.g. through careless handling, is straightforward using the Rilsan Repair brush.
Alternative Product Coatings
Alternative coatings are available; consult Viking Johnson direct to see what is available.
Bolt Coatings
Depending on product and market/application, bolts may be coated in the following corrosion protection systems: –
Sheraplex
Low friction compound coating based on sheradising and fluoropolymer
Galvanised
A metallic zinc coating.
Flurene 177
A low friction coating, mainly used for AquaGrip and EasiTee products
Stainless steel
Bolts may be supplied in either grade 304 or 316 stainless steel, with Delta Seal GZ – Silver – anti-galling organic coating.