Chartek 1960 CSP is a fire protection paint. Suitable for protecting steel structures from the effects of prolonged cryogenic liquid spillage (e.g. 60-minute protection), hydrocarbon pool fires and jet fires. Chartek 1960CSP is a unique intumescent material using proprietary insulation modification, enhancing protection against cryogenic liquid spillage and hydrocarbon fires. After mesh application, continue spraying Chartek 1960CSP to the required film thickness. Equipment: only equipment approved by the AkzoNobel Chartek 1960CSP application specification manual and technical service representative may be used. Parameters on this page: volume solids 100%, number of components: two.
Data source: AKZONOBEL original Technical Data Sheet (TDS), "Chartek 1960 CSP"; spreading rate and other values are converted from the TDS parameters, for selection reference only.
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| Volume Solids | 100% |
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| Dry Film Thickness | — |
| Theoretical Spreading Rate | — |
| VOC | 0.00 lb/gal (0 g/L) US EPA Method 24 35 g… |
| Density / Specific Gravity | Nominal: 800 kg/m³ ISO 1183-1 |
| Number of Components | Two-component |
| Thinner | For premixed application and trowel application only — refer to the Chartek 1960CSP application specification manual |
| Mixing Ratio | 2.5 Component A : 1 Component B by weight; refer to the Chartek 1960CSP application… |
| Gloss | N/A |
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Chartek 1960CSP is a unique intumescent material using proprietary insulation modification, enhancing protection against cryogenic liquid spillage and hydrocarbon fires.
This product is a two-component, high-build epoxy coating providing excellent durability, corrosion resistance, fire protection and cryogenic protection.
Certified for structural steel fire protection and cryogenic protection. Tested to ANSI UL1709, BS 476-20/21 (Part 20 Appendix D), ISO TR834-3 (1994), GOST-EN 1362-2:2014, ISO 22899-1, ISO 20088-1/3, Norsok M501 revision 6 system 5A.
Suitable for protecting steel structures from the effects of prolonged cryogenic liquid spillage (e.g. 60-minute protection), hydrocarbon pool fires and jet fires.
Maintains the functional integrity of structures and process equipment for a specified period.
Mainly for high-risk environments such as the oil, gas, LNG, petrochemical and power generation industries.
CHARTEK1960CSP
| Gloss | N/A |
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| Volume Solids | 100% |
| Typical thickness | Depending on the protection required |
| Theoretical Spreading Rate | 1 kg of Chartek 1960CSP applied at a thickness of 1 mm covers an area of 1.25 m² (based on plural-component spray application). |
| Practical Spreading Rate | Allowing for a suitable loss factor |
| Density | Nominal: 800 kg/m³ (50 lb/ft³) ISO 1183-1 (2019) |
| Application Methods | Heated two-component airless spray. Drying time; self-recoat interval |
| Temperature | Surface Dry | Hard Dry | Minimum | Maximum |
| 20°C (68°F) | 2.5 h | 11 h | 60 min | 7 days |
| 40°C (104°F) | 60 min | 4 h | 60 min | 7 days |
Consult AkzoNobel for more information
| Flash point (typical) | Component A >101 °C (214 °F); Component B >100 °C (212 °F); after mixing >101 °C (214 °F) |
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| Volatile Organic Compounds | 0.00 lb/gal (0 g/L) US EPA Method 24; 35 g/kg EU Solvent Emissions Directive content (EU Council Directive 2010/75/EU). Coating hazardous substances: GB 30981.2-S-Pb≤1000-NC compliant with GB 30981.2-2025. For more details, see the "Product Characteristics" section. |
Surface preparation and application shall follow the recommendations given in the AkzoNobel Chartek 1960CSP application specification manual.
All surfaces to be coated must be clean and free of contamination. Before application, all surfaces must be assessed and prepared in accordance with ISO 8504:2000.
Blast cleaning: Chartek 1960CSP is normally applied over surfaces blast cleaned to Sa 2½ (ISO 8501-1:2007) or SSPC-SP10 and coated with a suitable primer.
The selected primer or primer system must be on the AkzoNobel qualified primer list. The preferred primer is an epoxy type specified at no more than 75 µm (3 mils). A two-coat primer system, such as epoxy zinc-rich and tie coat, may also be used; the combined specified thickness should not exceed 110 µm (4.5 mils).
| Mixing | For trowel application, each component should be stored at 25–30 °C (77–86 °F) and stirred thoroughly before mixing. |
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| Mixing ratio | 2.5 Component A : 1 Component B by weight. Refer to the Chartek 1960CSP application specification manual. |
| Pot life | 20°C (68°F) | 40°C (104°F) |
| 110 min | 30 min |
The pot life value refers to unthinned trowel application performance after pre-warming to 35 °C (95 °F) before stirring. If the material is not pre-warmed, the pot life is extended but mixing is more difficult. The pot life does not apply to two-pump airless spray application, because the product is mixed only in the static mixer near the gun. Refer to the product application manual.
| Plural-component airless spray | Recommended and preferred equipment | Heated two-pump equipment approved by AkzoNobel. No thinner required. |
| Suitable for airless spray | Suitable | Modified airless spray equipment approved by AkzoNobel is recommended, with a minimum |
ratio of 68:1. Normally thinned with up to 5% solvent by volume.
| Trowel application | Suitable | Refer to the Chartek 1960CSP application specification manual. |
| Thinner | International GTA123 | For premixed application and trowel application only — refer to the Chartek 1960CSP application specification manual |
| Cleaner | International GTA007 |
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| Interruption of work | Do not leave paint in hoses, spray guns or spray equipment. Flush all equipment thoroughly with International thinner. |
Once mixed, paint should not be resealed. If work is interrupted for too long, mix a fresh batch for application.
| Cleaning | All equipment should be cleaned immediately after use with International thinner. Flushing spray equipment periodically during daily work is good practice. Cleaning frequency depends on the volume sprayed, temperature, spraying time, including delays, and other factors. |
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All surplus paint and empty containers must be disposed of in accordance with the relevant local laws/regulations.
Throughout application, the following conditions must be present (or created): minimum air temperature: 10 °C (50 °F); maximum humidity: 85%; surface temperature: more than 3 °C (5 °F) above the dew point of the surrounding air. General: the surface must be clean, dry and free of contaminants, and can then be coated. Chartek 1960CSP should be applied by spray to ensure complete wetting of the substrate. If more than spray is used, the first coat should be thoroughly trowelled and rolled to achieve this.
The better self-overcoating time for Chartek 1960CSP is after the minimum self-overcoating interval is reached, or before the coating has any chance of being contaminated.
When Chartek 1960CSP is overcoated with a recommended topcoat, the following overcoating intervals must be observed:
Minimum; maximum
| 25°C (77°F) | 10 hours 7 days |
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| 40°C (104°F) | 4 hours 7 days. Mesh installation (if applicable): some require no reinforcing mesh. If a reinforcing mesh is required, install AkzoNobel HK-1 or HK-2 carbon fibre mesh according to the specific fire protection design and the detailed instructions in the Chartek 1960CSP application specification manual. For mesh requirements, seek AkzoNobel's specific advice. |
After mesh application, continue spraying Chartek 1960CSP to the required film thickness. Equipment: only equipment approved by the AkzoNobel Chartek 1960CSP application specification manual and technical service representative may be used.
Applicator certification: only companies certified by AkzoNobel as qualified applicators may apply Chartek 1960CSP. These companies must be documented before application.
Chartek 1960CSP application shall be carried out by the application company using qualified personnel trained in the correct application procedures. At minimum, site supervisors and QA/QC personnel shall hold individual qualifications and have attended the AkzoNobel Chartek applicator training course. This is the minimum requirement and must be documented in writing before application.
Inspection and quality assurance. This is the applicator's responsibility and must at least follow the procedures specified in the AkzoNobel Chartek QC manual. Technical service. Available from AkzoNobel and should be coordinated to be present at start of work. The applicator is responsible for ensuring AkzoNobel is notified of the start date.
Other surface preparation. For some project-specific environments, AkzoNobel has developed procedures for wet blasting, ultra-high-pressure water jetting and power tool preparation.
Maximum surface operating temperature: when the temperature is between 80–120 °C (176–248 °F), a suitable thermal insulation layer, e.g. Intertherm 7050, should be used between the substrate and Chartek 1960CSP.
Note: applied density values are typical and for guidance only. Refer to the Chartek 1960CSP application specification manual.
Chartek 1960CSP is designed for application on substrates with correctly prepared surfaces coated with a suitable primer.
The following primers are approved for use with Chartek 1960CSP
| Intergard 2511 | Intershield 300 |
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| Intergard 2575 | Intershield 4000USP |
| Intergard 269 | Interzinc 52 / Intergard 269; Intergard 7500. Normally Chartek 1960CSP is topcoated to meet the owner's colour scheme and topcoat requirements. AkzoNobel Protective Coatings recommends the use of a topcoat in all exterior service environments. |
The following topcoats are approved for use with Chartek 1960CSP: Interfine 2080*; Interthane 990; Interthane 990E; Interzone 954. *Available by region
| For further information on the industry standards, terms and abbreviations used in this datasheet, see www.international-pc.com | In the following documents on the website: • Definitions and abbreviations • Surface preparation • Coating application • Theoretical and practical spreading rate. These sections are also available as separate publications on request. |
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This product must be applied at the production site by professional applicators in accordance with the recommendations in this manual, the Material Safety Data Sheet and the instructions on the container label. Do not use this product without first reviewing the Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) that International Paint provides for its customers.
All work related to the application and use of this product must be carried out in accordance with the relevant national health, safety and environmental standards and regulations.
If welding or flame cutting is required on metal coated with this product, dust and fumes will be generated; use appropriate personal protective equipment and adequate local ventilation.
If in doubt about the suitability of this product for the intended use, consult AkzoNobel for further advice.
| Unit | Component A | Component B |
| Weight | ||
| 30 kg (66.1 lb) kit | 10.7 kg (23.6 lb) | 8.6 kg (19.0 lb) |
Supplied as a 30 kg (66.1 lb) kit, including 2 full drums of Component A and 1 plastic drum of Component B. For other package sizes, contact AkzoNobel.
| Unit | Component A | Component B |
| Weight | ||
| 30 kg (66.1 lb) kit | 2 x 12.5 kg (27.6 lb) | 10.4 kg (22.9 lb) |
| Shelf life | Store for at least 1 year at ambient temperature 1–30 °C (34–86 °F). Store indoors, away from direct sunlight. |
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