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As seen on TED.com
Ultra-Ever Dry is a superhydrophobic (water) and oleophobic (hydrocarbons) coating that will completely repel almost any liquid. Ultra-Ever Dry uses proprietary nanotechnology to coat an object and create a barrier of air on its surface. This barrier repels water, refined oil, wet concrete, and other liquids unlike any other coating. Ultra-Ever Dry has vastly improved adhesion and abrasion resistance, compared to previous technologies, allowing it to be used in applications where greater durability is required.
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Anti-Wetting - The superhydrophobic coating keeps objects dry, water and many other liquids simply repel off.
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Anti-Corrosion – Maximum corrosion protection since the superhydrophobic coating ensures water and moisture never actually contact the base material.
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Anti-Icing - The superhydrophobic properties of Ultra-Ever dry keeps coated materials completely dry, eliminating the formation of ice.
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Anti-Contamination – Dust, dirt, water and other liquids that contain bacteria or radiation never actually contact the surface of the coated material so bacteria and radiation is greatly diminished or eliminated and easy to decontaminate to sterile, if needed.
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Self-Cleaning - The Ultra-Ever Dry repels dirty water and thick oils, and remains clean and virtually bacteria-free. When dust, dirt or other molecules accumulate on a superhyrophobic coated surface, a light spray of water or a blast of air grabs the dust and removes it.
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Product Life-Extending – Many products fail from moisture, water, oil or simply getting too dirty for continued use. Use Ultra-Ever Dry superhydrophobic coating to extend the life of work gloves and other PPE, electric motors by preventing moisture on the windings, coat nuts and bolts to prevent corrosion, coat tools, equipment, and virtually any item that needs to be kept dry, corrosion free, de-iced, uncontaminated or clean. Save money, provide greater safety and a cleaner work environment.
Application Video
UltraTech was asked to demonstrate Ultra-Ever Dry at the 2013 TED Conference.
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| 1. How does Ultra-Ever Dry work? | |
| Answer: The bottom coat bonds to most materials and acts as a primer. It also offers corrosion protection and provides a consistent material for the top coat to bond to while interacting with the top coat to self-assemble the surface into a nano-textured surface. This surface creates patterns of geometric shapes and billions of interstitial spaces that trap and hold air creating an “umbrella of air” on the surface of the coating. There are high points in the texture that only allow the water droplets to touch approximately 2-3% of the coating itself. The rest of the water droplet rides along the layer of trapped air. The coating also has low surface energy. It is the combination of these elements that allow Ultra-Ever Dry to be superhydrophobic and oleophobic for refined oils. | |
| 2. What do the terms “superhydrophobic” and “oleophobic” mean? | |
| Answer: Ultra-Ever Dry creates a solid/liquid contact angle of 160-175 degrees. Well-known windshield water repellents are closer to 110 degrees and are only hydrophobic. A superhydrophobic contact angle allow for the self-cleaning properties associated with Ultra-Ever Dry. Oleophobic refers to the ability to repel oil and other hydrocarbons. This chart will help illustrate. | |
| 3. How long will Ultra-Ever Dry coating last? | |
| Answer: The Ultra-Ever Dry SE formula is susceptible to environmental conditions such as UV. This coating will offer approximately one year of outdoor life before recoating of the top coat would be required. When used in indoor or covered applications outdoors, the SE coating should last for a year or more. If the top coat has diminished due to environmental conditions, simply reapply the top coat to regain the superhydrophobic properties (assuming the bottom coat is still present). | |
| 4. What is the working temperature range for Ultra-Ever Dry SE? | |
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Answer: The working temperature range for a coated surface is from -30°F to 300°F (-34°C to 149°C) once it has been applied. It has been effective at temperatures up to 500°F, but we would recommend further testing for any application that will be exposed to temperatures above 300°F (260°C). The coating should be applied at temperatures between 50°F to 90°F (10°C to 32°C).
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Answer: Almost any material is a candidate for application: steel, aluminum, other metals, plastic, leather, fabric, wood, concrete, etc. The coating can be applied to and will bond to smooth surfaces, but sanding the surface will improve adhesion.
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| 6. How abrasion-resistant is Ultra-Ever Dry SE? | |
| Answer: One of the breakthroughs for this product is its abrasion resistance. The proprietary material provides more abrasion resistance than previous superhydrophobic materials, registering a result of 350 on the Tabor Abrasion Method (ASTM D4060-10). If abrasion is a concern, testing is recommended. If the coating is removed due to repeated or severe abrasion, it can be reapplied. | |
| 7. Will the coating still work if the top coat is largely removed due to abrasion? | |
| Answer: Yes. In many situations, the superhydrophobic nature of the material may be diminished but the remaining top coat and bottom coat still provide the functionality of keeping the coated material from getting wet, iced up or corroding. This is application dependent. | |
| 8. What color is the coating? | |
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Answer: The standard product is a translucent white. We do not have a transparent formula at this time. Custom colors are available upon request, minimums may apply. It is recommended to try the coating in an inconspicuous area first if color is important.
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Answer: 250 square feet or 23 square meters.
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| 10. How long does Ultra-Ever Dry take to cure? | |
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Answer: Generally about 20 - 30 minutes for the bottom coat and 5-10 minutes for the top coat, which can be reduced by applying heat using an oven, industrial heat gun, or blow dryer.
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| 11. Is Ultra-Ever Dry comprised of, or is it produced using, Ozone Depleting Substances (as defined in the Kyoto Protocol and listed in Annex A of the Montreal Protocol, as amended). | |
| Answer: No, Ultra-Ever Dry is not produced using any Ozone Depleting Substances (as defined in the Kyoto Protocol or listed in Annex A of the Montreal Protocol, as amended. | |
| Click here to download a complete list of FAQs | |
| You can also learn more about Ultra-Ever Dry by listening to this podcast where Mark Shaw, UltraTech's Co-President, is interviewed by Cesar Abeid. |
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT APPLICATIONS
| 1. Can I use Ultra-Ever Dry on my car? | |
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Answer: Our product can be used on cars but we recommend only using it underneath the vehicle. It is not recommended for use on body panels or windows/windshields because of the translucent white color. It is recommended to try the Ultra-Ever Dry in an inconspicuous area first if color is important. It will cover a gloss paint with a dull, matte finish. Some exceptions to this recommendation is using Ultra-Ever Dry on work vehicles such as cement trucks or off-road vehicles where aesthetics are not as important as cleanliness, anti-corrosion, anti-icing and maintenance.
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| 2. Can Ultra-Ever Dry be used to prevent graffiti? | |
| Answer: Surfaces coated with Ultra-Ever Dry will not prevent oil-based paints from being applied, due to the solvents in the formulas. It has been shown to be somewhat effective with water-based paints however the majority of spray paints are oil-based. | |
| 3. Can I spray this on the bottom of my boat? | |
| Answer: We are still testing this application. We do not have any meaningful or conclusive results at this time. | |
| 4. Can I use Ultra-Ever Dry on my skis, snowboard or surfboard? | |
| Answer: We have not had the opportunity to test Ever Dry for these applications. | |
| 5. Will spraying Ultra-Ever Dry on my phone make it waterproof? | |
| Answer: Ultra-Ever Dry does protect electric connections from water and moisture and is non-conductive, but Ultra-Ever Dry is not clear. It dries to a translucent white color, so we cannot recommendspraying phones with it. | |
| You can also learn more about Ultra-Ever Dry by listening to this podcast where Mark Shaw, UltraTech's Co-President, is interviewed by Cesar Abeid. | |
Ultra-Ever Dry ®
| Part Number | Description | Color | Size | Average Coverage sq. ft (sq. m) |
| 4000 | Ultra-Ever Dry SE, Bottom Coat | Translucent White | 1 Quart | 62.5 (6) |
| 4001 | Ultra-Ever Dry SE, Top Coat | Translucent White | 1 Quart | 62.5 (6) |
| 4002 | Ultra-Ever Dry SE, Bottom Coat | Translucent White | 1 Gallon | 250 (23) |
| 4003 | Ultra-Ever Dry SE, Top Coat | Translucent White | 1 Gallon | 250 (23) |
| 4004 | Ultra-Ever Dry SE, Bottom Coat | Translucent White | 5 Gallon | 1,250 (116) |
| 4005 | Ultra-Ever Dry SE, Top Coat | Translucent White | 5 Gallon | 1,250 (116) |
| 4006 | Ultra-Ever Dry SE, Bottom Coat | Translucent White | 30 Gallon | 7,500 (697) |
| 4007 | Ultra-Ever Dry SE, Top Coat | Translucent White | 30 Gallon | 7,500 (697) |
| 4008 | Ultra-Ever Dry SE, Bottom Coat | Translucent White | 55 Gallon | 13,750 (1,277) |
| 4009 | Ultra-Ever Dry SE, Top Coat | Translucent White | 55 Gallon | 13,750 (1,277) |
| NOTE: Ultra-Ever Dry is a TWO-part system. Both the Bottom Coat and Top Coat must be applied for the product to be effective. | ||||
| ACCESSORIES | ||||
| 4100 | Two Pump Sprayers | 48 oz. each (SPRAYERS ONLY - NO EVER DRY INCLUDED) | ||
| 4101 | Two Trigger Hand Sprayers | One quart each (32 oz.) (SPRAYERS ONLY - NO EVER DRY INCLUDED) | ||
| 4105 | Personal Protective Equipment Kit (qty. 1), includes goggles, gloves & respirator | |||
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MSDS (Top Coat) • Spanish version (En Español) | ||||
MSDS (Bottom Coat) • Spanish version (En Español) | ||||
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