On Sat, 02 Aug 2008 20:46:00 -0400, Paul Oman
wrote:

Meindert Sprang wrote:
"timmynocky" wrote in message
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I’ve been toying with the idea of making water tanks for my boat but
was dubious about using epoxy as a lining. I didn’t think it would be
safe enough for drinking water.

Like I said: epoxy paint for water tanks. Special stuff that doesn't contain
any solvents.
For instance SikaGard, a High Build epoxy coating. This system is a
two-component solvent free, high build coloured epoxy resin coating with
high chemical resistance, and approved for use in contact with
potable(Drinking) water.

Meindert


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drinking water approvals - called NSF61 - are generally tested
only on tanks over 1000 gallons. So, if your tanks are under 1000
you probably cannot find an NSF61 approved, potable water epoxy.

paul oman
progressive epoxy polymers inc

Believe me, I am not trying to be combative but it seems to be "common
knowledge" that one coats the inside of fuel and water tanks with a
final coat of "epoxy" to make them water/fuel proof.

Now, obviously "common knowledge" is not always (heck sometimes never)
correct but could you discourse a bit on sealing tanks with epoxy, if
that is a viable scheme?

Bruce-in-Bangkok
(correct Address is bpaige125atgmaildotcom)