Our Products - Epoxy Zinc Rich Primer
| TECHNICAL DATA SHEET |
| Product Description |
This is two pack epoxy primer for metal surfaces , based on Zinc dust as main pigment . It has excellent anticorrosive properties. |
| Recommended Uses |
Ideally suitable for use on Mild Steel surface for new and old surfaces. It is a very good prefabrication / pre-erection primer. |
| PRODUCT SPECIFICATION |
| Mixing Ratio |
Base:Hardener 3:1 |
| Colour |
Grey/ Green / Red |
| Finish |
Matt - Eggshell |
| Pot Life |
6 hrs at 30 �C & 65 % Relative Humidity |
| Volume Solids |
45 % � 3 |
| Flash point |
More than 24 �C |
| Recommended DFT |
30 ± 5 microns per coat |
| Covering Capacity |
15 sq. mtrs / ltr |
| (Theoretical) |
- |
| Drying Time |
Surface dry – 20 to 30 mins at 30 �C & 65 % Relative Humidity
Hard Dry – 6 - 8 hrs max at 30 �C & 65 % Relative Humidity
Fully cured – 7 days |
| Recoating Time |
4 – 6 hrs. at 30 �C & 65 % Relative Humidity |
| Method of Application |
Conventional Spray / Airless Spray |
| Thinner recommended |
' Epicor ’ Special Thinner |
| Shelf life |
12 months under normal storage conditions in original sealed containers. |
| Surface Preparation |
New Steel : Recommended for abrasive blasting to Sa 2 � after degreasing and deoiling of the surface.
Maintenance : Remove oil , grease etc with a solvent wash and do abrasive blasting to Sa 2 �. |
| Subsequent Coat |
As per recommended coating system. |
| Remarks 1. Application Data |
| Method |
Pressure ( Atm) |
Nozzle |
Thinner |
Thinner volume |
| Airless Spray |
4 – 5 |
0.018 inch to 0.025 inch inch
|
Epicor Thinner |
0 – 5 % |
| Conventional Spray |
3 – 4 |
|
Epicor Thinner |
5 – 10 % |
2. Don’t use below 10 �C
3. Stir well before and while using .
4. Film thickness other than indicated also possible.
5. Mix 15 mins before use.
| Safety Precautions : |
| Provide sufficient ventilation while working with solvent based paints in confined spaces and stagnant air. |
Keep the material away from heat , spark and direct flame |
| Avoid inhalation of solvent vapour or paint mist by using facial mask .Use goggles and gloves to protect against direct contact of paint with
skin and eyes. |
In case of contamination , rinse with fresh running water and seek medical help at once. |
| Follow local & national safety rules. |
| Special Comments : |
| Thinner consumption and actual coverage of paint depends on the site conditions. |
Stir the paint well before painting and while painting if necessary. |
| Material should be stored at 30 �C temperature in dry place.
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