High-visibility road markings are essential for preventing accidents and guiding traffic, and the quality of the paint depends entirely on its binder.

ECOPOWER C5 Petroleum Resin (HC-52100) is a specialized aliphatic hydrocarbon resin designed to serve as the high-performance "backbone" for hot-melt road paints. It provides the essential adhesion, stability, and brightness required for modern infrastructure projects.

If you are a paint manufacturer looking for a reliable, cost-effective binder, here is why HC-52100 is the industry choice.

What is ECOPOWER HC-52100 ?

ECOPOWER HC-52100 is a low-molecular-weight, slightly yellow Aliphatic C5 Hydrocarbon Resin.

In the formulation of road marking paint, it acts as the primary adhesive agent. It is responsible for bonding pigments (like Titanium Dioxide), fillers (Calcium Carbonate), and reflective glass beads to the asphalt or concrete surface. Without a high-quality C5 resin, road markings will peel, crack, or fade prematurely.

Key Benefits: Solving Road Marking Challenges

 HC-52100 to address the specific pain points of the road marking industry:

1. Fast Drying for Traffic Efficiency

• Challenge: Slow-drying paint causes traffic congestion and delays.

• Solution: HC-52100 promotes quick surface dryness. It allows the marking to harden rapidly after application, enabling contractors to reopen roads to traffic faster.

2. All-Season Stability (Winter & Summer)

• Challenge: Standard resins become brittle in winter (causing cracks) and soft in summer (sticking to tires).

• Solution: HC-52100 offers year-round stability. It remains flexible in cold winters to prevent cracking and stays rigid in hot summers to resist deformation.

3. Superior Brightness and Visibility

• Challenge:  Dark or unstable resins make white road lines look dirty or yellow over time.

• Solution: With a light color value (Gardner #3 - #5), HC-52100 ensures that white and yellow lines appear bright and vibrant, significantly improving night-time driver safety.

4. Strong Adhesion and Durability

• Challenge: Paint peeling off due to rain, oil, or heavy friction.

• Our Solution: This resin creates a powerful physical bond with the pavement. It is water-proof, UV-resistant, and chemical-resistant, ensuring the marking stays intact even under heavy traffic and harsh weather.

5. Excellent Flow Ability

• Challenge: Lumpy paint that clogs application machines.

• Solution: When melted, HC-52100 demonstrates excellent fluidity. It mixes easily with rosin and pigments to create a smooth, consistent liquid that results in sharp, professional lines.

Aliphatic C5 Hydrocarbon Reisn Technical Specifications

Industrial Scale Capacity,ensuring fast delivery for global partners

Our facility supports large FCL (Full Container Load) orders with short lead times.