ANCAMIDE 261A is a high performance curing agent for advanced protective and durable coatings. It is a member of a new series of reactive polyamides developed for use in curing epoxy resins. Special features include good color stability, excellent corrosion resistance and adhesion properties. It is compatible with a wide range of solvents. ANCAMIDE 261A offers handling properties and physical properties for demanding applications. When used with standard epoxy resins, it provides excellent corrosion resistance, adhesion to substrates and compatibility. ANCAMIDE 261A has a non-critical loading and can be used at levels ranging from 50 to 80 phr with preferred range being 60-70 phr with standard epoxy resins. It delivers long lasting protection, durability and reliability required for demanding protective coating applications.