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Astro 4800 vs Industrial Single-Component Coatings

Astro 4800 protective coatings

Astro 4800 Series

Superior Dielectric Strength, Thermal Resistance & Adhesion
Astro 4800 protective coatings
Optimized For Performance & Operator Safety

Astro Chemical recently introduced the 4800 series, an EHS friendly, next-generation coating designed for high-performance protection in power generation and industrial applications. Featuring superior dielectric strength, thermal resistance, and adhesion, the Astro 4800 series outperforms leading single-component industrial coatings. 

Key Features & Benefits
  • Exceptional Adhesion – Superior bonding to steel, copper, and interlayer surfaces.
  • Enhanced Thermal & Dielectric Performance – Withstands high-heat environments while maintaining electrical insulation integrity.
  • EHS-Friendly – Non-CMR (free from carcinogens, mutagens, and reproductive hazards) and non-hazardous for shipping, reducing regulatory concerns and freight costs.
  • Versatile Applications – Ideal as a topcoat for high-voltage equipment, corrosion-resistant protection, and a general-purpose industrial coating.
Proven Performance: Comparative Testing Results

To assess performance, our lab tested Astro 4803 (red) against three leading, single-component industrial coatings. Results confirm Astro 4803 excels in adhesion, dielectric performance, and heat resistance, particularly under aged, high-heat conditions—key for large industrial motors and utility-scale power generation industries.

Test Method Competitor 1 Competitor 2 Competitor 3 Astro 4803
Adhesion to steel ASTM D3359 0B 5B 5B 5B
Interlayer adhesion ASTM D3359 0B 0B 0B 5B
Adhesion to copper ASTM D3359 0B 4B 5B 5B
Heat Resistance (°C) ASTM D2485 180 200 180 200
Dielectric strength (V/mil) ASTM D115 2,437 1,877 1,247 2,520
Dielectric strength (V/mil, 7 days at 155°C) ASTM D115 2,858 1,872 544 2,432
VOC (lbs./gal) SCAQMD Method 304-91 4.26 4.70 3.65 1.68
Carcinogens, Mutagens, Reproductive Hazards (CMR) GHS Classification Yes Yes Yes No
Hazardous Transportation GHS Classification Yes Yes Yes No
Availability & Colors

The Astro 4800 series is available in:

  • Black (4801)
  • Sky Blue (4802)
  • Dark Red (4803)

Additional colors are in development and available upon request.

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