Non-stick Coating Composition with Phenoxy Resin and Silicone

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Solution Overview

Problem

Non-stick coatings based on fluoropolymers lack abrasion resistance and adhesion to metal substrates, making them prone to damage from cutting tools and wear off easily when rubbed or sanded.

Innovation Solution

A non-stick coating composition comprising a phenoxy resin, a crosslinker, and a silicone compound, which can be applied as a single or multi-layer coating, with specific weight percentages of each component, and baked at temperatures ranging from 200 to 350°C to achieve adhesion and heat resistance.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Ease of operation

If fluoropolymer-based non-stick coatings are used, then non-stick performance is achieved, but abrasion resistance deteriorates

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvenon-stick performanceVSAvoidabrasion resistance
Core Design Contradiction:
Ease of operationVSStrength

Solution Approach 1:

The patent applies composite materials by combining fluoropolymer particles (providing non-stick performance) with a thermosetting resin matrix (providing abrasion resistance and adhesion). This creates a composite coating where each component contributes its superior properties, resolving the contradiction between non-stick performance and abrasion resistance

Inventive Principle:
Principle #40Composite materials

Solution Approach 2:

The patent changes the physical and chemical parameters of the coating system by using a two-component system that cures through moisture or chemical reaction. This transforms the coating from a simple fluoropolymer application to a crosslinked composite structure, enhancing mechanical properties while maintaining non-stick characteristics

Inventive Principle:
Principle #35Parameter changes

2Ease of operation

If fluoropolymer-based non-stick coatings are used, then non-stick performance is achieved, but adhesion to metal substrates deteriorates

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvenon-stick performanceVSAvoidadhesion to metal substrates
Core Design Contradiction:
Ease of operationVSReliability

Solution Approach 1:

The patent uses a composite structure where the thermosetting resin matrix provides strong chemical and mechanical adhesion to the metal substrate, while embedded fluoropolymer particles provide the non-stick surface. This composite approach resolves the adhesion problem inherent in pure fluoropolymer coatings

Inventive Principle:
Principle #40Composite materials

Solution Approach 2:

The thermosetting resin acts as an intermediary between the metal substrate and fluoropolymer particles. It bonds chemically or mechanically to the substrate while providing a compatible matrix for fluoropolymer dispersion, thereby mediating the adhesion function that fluoropolymers alone cannot provide

Inventive Principle:
Principle #24Intermediary (Mediator)

3Ease of operation

If fluoropolymer-based non-stick coatings are used, then non-stick performance is achieved, but resistance to flame contact deteriorates

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvenon-stick performanceVSAvoidresistance to flame contact
Core Design Contradiction:
Ease of operationVSReliability

Solution Approach 1:

The patent creates a composite coating where the thermosetting resin matrix provides flame and heat resistance while fluoropolymer particles maintain non-stick properties. The crosslinked structure of the thermoset resin resists thermal degradation, protecting the coating from flame damage

Inventive Principle:
Principle #40Composite materials

Applied Scientific Principles

This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.

Function Achieved in This Case

The composition provides superior non-stick performance with enhanced abrasion resistance and adhesion to metal substrates, as demonstrated by improved results in the Scotch Brite Abrasion Test, Egg Release Test, and Hand Held Tiger Paw Test compared to traditional PTFE-based coatings.

Implementation Method 1

Curing the coating composition. The coating composition may be baked at temperatures ranging from about 200 to 350° C. to cure the coating.

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectCuring:

Implementation Method 2

crosslink water borne phenoxy resin with phenolics and melamine resins to form coatings for steel and aluminum

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectCrosslinking:

Data Source

PatentUS8147915B2Non-stick coating composition
Publication Date: 2012.04.03 PPG INDUSTRIES OHIO INC

AI summary

A non-stick coating composition comprising a waterborne phenoxy resin, a crosslinker, a silicone compound, and a Fluoropolymer. An article, such as aluminum, may be coated with the composition. The composition may be multi-layers, but only the layers other than the first layer includes the silicone compound. The invention includes the method for applying the coating or coatings.