General Description
Mil-C-16173 Grade 4 is an dark colored, high melting point, resilient coating designed to provide long term protection of metal surfaces. Mil-C-16173 Grade 4 is applied as a solution in a volatile solvent. The residual film, after solvent evaporation, is highly resistant to salt water and salt spray. Mil-C-16173 Grade 4 is supplied pre-dispersed in mineral spirits to simplify handling and application of the product.Performance Results
| Neat Product | Film Thickness |
Days to Fail |
||
| Mils | Microns | Humidity Cabinet on Polished Steel |
5% Salt Spray | |
| 4.00 | 101.6 | 60+ | 60+ | |
Application
Mil-C-16173 Grade 4 can be applied by dipping the parts to be protected in a vat or spraying the parts to be protected with air sprayers, pump type sprayers or by pouring the product over the parts. Removal of protective films is accomplished by using a steam cleaner or washing the parts in mineral spirits.Physical Properties
| Appearance | Thick, Dark Brown Liquid |
| Odor | Solvent Odor |
| Specific Gravity | 0.90 |
| Flash Point (minimum) | 108º F |
| Melting Point | Liquid as Provided |
Mil-C-16173 Grade 4 meets or exceeds the following MIL-SPECS:
MIL-C-83933, MIL-C-0083933A (MR), MIL-C-16173E, Grade 4, Mil-C 11796 class 3, Class I, MIL-C-62218 (AT).
Availability
Mil-C-16173 Grade 4 is available in UN approved 5 gallon pail, 55 gallon drums and bulk quantities.Handling
Observe warning label on containers. Normal precautions for industrial chemicals apply.
Mil-C-16173-Grade-4-PB