Impact of penetration depth of protective coating on thermal deformation of masses determined by the hot distortion parameter

Protective coatings are applied in order to obtain casts with an even surface, without faults. Protective coatings can contain a solvent based on water or alcohol; however, due to their harmfulness, it is recommended to limit the use of alcohol coatings. The manner of applying the coatings onto the surface of a core or a mould depends on the requirements and needs of the executor. This article presents test results demonstrating the effect of the thickness of a protective coating, with different solvent contents, on selected properties of masses. The studies were performed on II generation masses bound with organic and inorganic binders. The effect of the coating’s thickness on the bending strength as a function of deformation degree was determined. The profiles were also tested in respect of the hot distortion parameter. Additionally, microscopic photos were taken showing the depth of the coating’s penetration towards the inside of the mass. The hot distortion parameter tests showed that, depending on the type of binder used in the mass, the addition of a diluent produces different results.

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