November 14, 2019

Solar Power Camping Like A Pro

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Solar power systems for camping are increasing in availability, but what about practicality? Can solar power systems for camping be put to use readily? Are they portable enough? Are they durable enough?

Solar power practicality for camping must address those questions and more. Are solar power systems for camping cost effective? Do they produce enough energy for normal needs?

RV Camping

Solar power systems for camping can readily be used in RV camping. But are they p...

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Solar power systems for camping are increasing in availability, but what about practicality? Can solar power systems for camping be put to use readily? Are they portable enough? Are they durable enough?

Solar power practicality for camping must address those questions and more. Are solar power systems for camping cost effective? Do they produce enough energy for normal needs?

RV Camping

Solar power systems for camping can readily be used in RV camping. But are they practical?

Many people spend most of their RV camping time in RV camping spaces with full hook-ups. They plan trips according to where the next RV camp is, and reserve a full hook-up space for the end of each day. For them, solar power practicality is questionable. It makes a good back-up system, if there is a power outage at a campground. On the whole, however, it is an unnecessary expense ñ just another toy.

Others enjoy the freedom of being able to camp without hook-ups. They want to get off the beaten track ñ be pioneers. They want the opportunity to be in a remote, quiet place for a few days. They may want to go off road, or stop beside a quiet stream, even though it is in the middle of nowhere. They don't want to rush to make it to the next full hook-up campground. 

Solar power practicality for camping is real for the second group of campers. Solar power serves a practical use for them. It breaks the leash of energy needs and lets them wander as they please.

Operating an RV's electrical system with a solar power system is simple. Charging its batteries with solar power is also simple. You need to plan your system, of course. You need to know how much energy you want. Then you need to purchase and install solar panels, batteries, and inverters that will produce that amount of energy for you.

Many Internet websites will guide you through the necessary steps of determining how much solar power you need. They will explain which components will provide that amount of energy. Solar power systems for camping in recreational vehicles are increasingly available in a range of sizes, and you are sure to find one to fit your needs. Most are easy to use.

Solar power systems for camping may make you think twice about appliances you take for granted in RV camping. For example, suppose you have a coffee maker that requires 15 minutes to brew coffee, and then keeps the coffee warm on a warming plate. This will consume a lot of your solar power. You may want to replace that coffee maker with one that will brew in 10 minutes and shut itself off. Pour your coffee into a thermos and it will remain hot without using more energy.

Non-RV Camping

Solar power systems for camping are also practical for non-RV camping. The same two groups of people are to be found. One group likes to make camp in a KOA campground, with electrical power close at hand. The other group likes to hike into the back country with lightweight backpacks, and camp wherever darkness overtakes them.

Solar power practicality can easily be seen in the array of lightweight, portable units hitting the market. Solar power can be generated by the backpack in which gear is carried. Flexible solar panels can be rolled up and carried to the campsite, where they can be stretched on the ground to generate additional energy.

Solar power systems for camping are small and portable, but can generate enough energy to run a small heater or light bulb. Solar collected by a backpack while hiking can recharge a cell phone, camera, or iPod. Small solar power units will run appliances made for use in a vehicle. The coffee maker that will plug into your cigarette lighter can be run by a flexible solar power panel.

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Solar power practicality for camping is sure to increase, and products for this use will multiply. Those who appreciate the environment enough to want to be far out into it will demand clean energy, i.e. solar power.


November 12, 2019

Armorfloor Details

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OPERATIONS MANUAL      




Coatings: ArmorFloor



Description

ArmorFloor is a two component, aliphatic polyester polyurethane for use in moderate to severe chemical environments in indoor or outdoor applications.

Features

Chemical Resistance
Impact Resistant
Color and Gloss Retention

Typical Uses

Concrete
Plywood
Pedestrian Traffic
Vehicular Traffic
Power Generating Plants
Storage Tanks
Food Processing Facilities
Petrochemical Plants
Steel Structures & Bridges
Aircraft Hangars
Milling and Mining Industry

     

Manufacturing Plants
Pulp and Paper Industry
Warehouse Floors

Color

Grey, or clear with a high gloss finish. Custom colors are available. Contact ArmorThane for more information.

Packaging

5 gallon (19 liter) kit:
1 five gallon pail, net fill 2 gallons (8 liters) of Part A
1 five gallon pail, net fill 3 gallon (11 liters) of Part B

1 gallon (3.78 liter) kit:
1 gallon can, net fill 0.44 gallons (1.66 liters) of Part A
1 gallon can, net fill 0.56 gallons (2.12 liters) of Part B
Mixing

ArmorFloor may not be diluted under any circumstance. ArmorFloor Part A and Part B should be mixed individually before combining. Add Part B to Part A while mixing, using a mechanical (Jiffy) mixer at medium speeds. Mix until a homogenous mixture and color is obtained (at least 5 minutes), and mix frequently during application to maintain uniform color. Use care to scrape the sides of the container when mixing to ensure that no unmixed material remains.

Surface Preparation

All surfaces must be free of oil, grease, dirt, and other contaminants.

Existing Coatings: A test area should be completed before topcoating.


     

Concrete: Pressure wash (2-3000 psi) with clean, fresh, water in conjunction with biodegradable cleanser if necessary to remove all contaminants. Surface shall be dry and free of all oils, wax, or any loose sealers or coatings.

Surface temperature should be between 15.5-17.7oC (60-100oF). Do not apply product unless temperature is at least 5o above the dewpoint. Recoat schedule is 8-48 hours, depending on environment.

Application

Check area of application to ensure that it conforms to the substrate requirements as stated in the general guideline section. Prime interior and exterior floors and slabs.

Apply ArmorFloor pigmented to the substrate at a rate of ½ gallon per 100 square feet (1.9 liters per square meter). Additional coats may be necessary to achieve desired results.

ArmorFloor is a high-performance coating and may become slippery when wet.

Airless Sprayer: Use a Graco 28:1 pump or higher, Binks “Airless” spray gun with Reverse-Clean 0.017-0019 spray tips and 3/8” solvent resistant fluid line. Adjust pump pressure to the lowest possible setting that provides proper atomization. Equipment of equal performance is acceptable.

Conventional Spray: Variation of conventional production spray equipment such as pressure pot, air assisted airless or high volume, low pressure systems as supplied by Binks, Graco, Nordson, Devilbiss, or equal may be used.

Brush: Use solvent resistant phenolic core, short nap sheepskin, or equal natural roller covers.

     


Equipment Clean-Up

Equipment should be cleaned with water, detergent or environmentally safe solvent, as permitted under local regulations, immediately after use.

Storage

ArmorFloor has a shelf life of 6 months from date or manufacture in original, factory sealed containers.

Limitations

ArmorFloor should not be applied in areas where the surface with come into continual contact with water.

Do not mix more material than can be used in 60 minutes.

The uncured materials used in ArmorFloor are very sensitive to heat and moisture. Higher temperature and/or high humidity will accelerate the cure time. Use caution in batch sizes and thickness of application. Low temperature and/or low humidity extend the cure time and the use of accelerators may be necessary.

Each application phase to an area should be done in one complete step. A continuous application will ensure a smooth and level coat with no lines or streaks.

Material remaining after application must be tightly sealed to protect it against curing in its container.

Warning

This product contains isocyanates and solvent.

     


Part A of this product is considered Dangerous Goods. DOT Regulation classify as: Paint Related Materials, Class 3, UN 1263, Pkg. Grp. III, Flammable Liquid.

Technical Data

COVERAGE RATE
0.4 GAL PER SQ. FT. (0.163 L/M2)
Dry Film Thickness, per coat @ ½ gal per sq. ft.
5 +/- 2 mils, 127 +/- 50 mic
Pot Life at 24oC (75oF)
60-75 minutes
Flash Point
32.7oC (91oF)
Total Solids by Volume, ASTM D-2697
63%
Volatile Organic Compounds, ASTM D-2369-81
2.8 lbs/gal, 337 gm/liter 



Chemical Resistance (ASTM D-814)

EXCELLENT RESISTANCE
GOOD RESISTANCE
FAIR RESISTANCE
POOR RESISTANCE
Distilled Water
Unleaded Gasoline
Hexanol
IPA
Skydrol

Acetone
99% Butanol 
Skydrol Jet Fuel

MEK

Hydraulic Oil

MIBK

Motor Oil

Butyl Acetate 



Toluene



Xylene









     














World Rights Reserved. No part of this publication may be stored in a retrieval system, transmitted, or reproduced in any way, including but not limited to photocopy, photograph, magnetic, or other record, without the prior agreement and written permission of ArmorThane.

The information is produced in good faith and is true to the best of our knowledge. No warranty or guarantee is given. Use of this information is at the user’s risk. Only qualified, trained employees are permitted in the manufacturing of ArmorThane products.

A PUBLICATION OF ARMORTHANE © 2007.

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