DTI TC200: Advanced Sol-Gel Coating Engineered for Harsh Heat Exchanger Environments

What is DTI TC200?

DTI TC200 is an organic-inorganic hybrid sol-gel coating designed specifically for shell-and-tube heat exchangers operating in demanding high-temperature environments. This transparent, 3-6 μm coating provides exceptional fouling resistance and corrosion protection while maintaining optimal heat transfer characteristics.

Engineered for continuous operation up to 662°F (350°C) with short-term exposure capability to 752°F (400°C), TC200® delivers low surface energy properties (<30 mN/m) that significantly reduce deposit adhesion in crude oil processing, FCC reactor systems, and high-temperature heat exchanger applications.

DTI TC200 Crude unit overheads

Field Proven Results

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Continuous Operating Temperature

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Surface Energy Maintained

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Crude Oil Exposure Validation

Currently Used by These Super Major Refineries

The Industry Challenge

The Problem

High-temperature fouling in shell-and-tube heat exchangers represents a persistent challenge across petroleum refining and petrochemical processing. Conventional surface treatments often fail under extreme thermal conditions, leading to frequent maintenance cycles and operational disruptions. Thermal cycling degradation of conventional coatings. Substrate adhesion failures under thermal stress

<600°F

Coating Integrity Breakdown Threshold

The TC200 Solution

DTI TC200’s hybrid sol-gel technology addresses these challenges through its unique organic-inorganic composition, providing exceptional thermal stability while maintaining low surface energy characteristics essential for fouling mitigation. Surface energy maintained at <30 mN/m after high-temperature exposure. Perfect adhesion rating across multiple substrates. 1000-hour crude oil exposure validation

Up to 662°F

Thermal stability during continuous operation

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Key Benefits

What TC200 Can Do For Your Site

2. Reduce fouling 500

Outcome for Fouling Mitigation

Reduce deposit adhesion through maintained low surface energy properties even after extended high-temperature exposure, enabling longer operational periods between maintenance cycles.

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Thermal Stability

Withstand continuous operation at 662°F with short-term exposure capability to 752°F, ensuring coating integrity during normal operating conditions and thermal cycling events.

1. No Corrosion Grit Blasting

Corrosion Protection

Provide excellent chemical resistance including 37% hydrochloric acid exposure and extended immersion in aggressive environments without coating degradation.

6. Enhanced Performance

Substrate Compatibility

Achieve superior adhesion across carbon steel, stainless steel, and aluminum substrates with appropriate surface preparation protocols. Applicable on new fabricator or existing equipment.

5. Operational efficiency 500

Process Efficiency

Maintains properties that preserve heat transfer characteristics while providing superior fouling resistance.

4. Reduce Energy Consumption C3500

Operational Reliability

Extend equipment operational uptime through reduced fouling accumulation and enhanced resistance to acid attack in corrosive process environments.

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Common TC200 Equipment Applications

DTI TC200 High temp

High-temp Exchanger

DTI TC200 Process piping

Process piping

DTI TC200 Crude unit overheads

Crude Unit Overheads Exchangers

Your Next Steps

Partner with Curran International for High Temerature Heat Exchanger Protection

Contact Curran

Discuss your heat exchanger fouling challenges and operating conditions with a Curran team member.

Coating Specification

TC200 is specified based on operating temperatures, substrate/metallurgy, service media, and equipment type.

Deliver Unit to Curran Facility

Coordinate scheduling to ensure your unit is returned to site on time, whether it's shipping from your facility or directly from a fabricator.

Application & Delivery

Expert application with full QC documentation provided. Third-party inspection available upon request. Unit is returned to site ready for installation.

Frequently Asked TC200 Questions

01

TC200 is designed for continuous operation up to 662°F (350°C) with short-term exposure capability to 752°F (400°C).

02

TC200 provides 3-6 μm thickness in single application, with multi-layer capability up to 10-12 μm for enhanced protection.

03

TC200® demonstrates excellent adhesion on carbon steel, stainless steel (AISI 316L), and aluminum alloys with proper surface preparation.

04

TC200 demonstrates resistance to 37% hydrochloric acid exposure and extended immersion in 3.5% sodium chloride solutions.

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