Product description
A two-pack High Build and High Performance Polyamide-cured & Intermediate Epoxy Coating containing Micacious Iron Oxide Pigments designed to provide additional tolerance/protection and a long life service to assigned structural steel in the Industrial Field.
Special features
[ ] Very tough and abrasion resistant / durable coat. [ ] High build in a single coat application. [ ] Provides a distinctive rough finish, offering a proper key for subsequent Heavy Duty Epoxy / Polyurethane Finish Coats. [ ] Excellent resistance to transit and handling/mechanical damage. [ ] Contains a reliable and distinguished Micacious Iron Oxide anti-corrosive pigments.
Where to use
As a single Intermediate coat to be applied Internally / Externally over structural steel in aggressive weathering conditions i.e., [ ] Transmission Towers [ ] Refineries and Power Plants [ ] Pipe Lines & Manhole Covers [ ] Machinery & Equipments [ ] Objects exposed to natural sand blasting of severe weathering conditions
Product data
FINISH : MATT / METALLIC COLOUR : Silver Grey (GEH006) / Natural Grey (GEH007) VOLUME SOLIDS : 58 % PRODUCT WEIGHT : 1.45 kg/ltr. Wet : 172 microns per coat (approx. 6.7 mils) Dry : 100 microns per coat (approx. 4.0 mils) REC. FILM THICKNESS : THEO. COVERAGE : 5.8 m2/ltr. Practical coverage primarily depends upon nature of surface profile, method of application and site conditions. MIXING RATIO : Base : Curing Agent 6 : 1 (by volume) POT LIFE : Ambient Temperature | 10 °C | 25 °C | 40 °C | 50 °F | 77 °F | 104 °F No. of Hours | 8 hrs. | 5 hrs. | 3 hrs. FLASH POINT : Base : 23 °C (73 °F) Curing Agent : 23 °C (73 °F) Mixed : 23 °C (73 °F)
Drying times
SUBSTRATE TEMPERATURE | TOUCH DRY | HARD DRY | FULL CURE TIME | OVERCOATING INTERVALS | MINIMUM | MAXIMUM 10 °C (50 °F) | 4 hrs. | 24 hrs. | 2 weeks | 48 hrs. | IND. 25 °C (77 °F) | 2 hrs. | 16 hrs. | 10 Days | 24 hrs. | IND. 40 °C (104 °F) | 30 min. | 6 hrs. | One week | 16 hrs. | IND.
Standards and approvals
Supportive information is available upon request to establish an assessment to be acquired as with regards to product's compliance with/to a particular authority's queries / specifications. Please consult with GTC Technical Service Dept.
Surface preparation
1. Degrease areas where grease, oil, soil and surface contamination exist in accordance with SSPC-SP1 Solvent Cleaning. (Use GTC002 Thinner). 2. Ensure priming coat is dry, clean and free from dust, grease and other surface contamination. 3. Areas where corrosion and rusting are experienced should be prepared in accordance with Specification Requirements of selected range of anti-corrosive priming coats.
Where to use
Intended for a single Intermediate coat application over well prepared and suitably primed steel surfaces; (Can also be used as a priming coat over abrasive blasted steel surfaces in accordance with SSPC-SP10 Standard (SA2½ or SA3 Swedish Standard).
Mixing and thinning
Material must be properly mixed and is recommended for thinning with GTC099 Thinner as per below table:- Application Method | Brush/ Roller | Conv. Spray | Airless Spray Thinning by Vol (% Max.) | 10 % | 15% | 5 %
Important restrictions
• For maximum performance, curing temperatures should be above 10 °C (50 °F) since material will not adequately cure below 5 °C (41 °F). • Two pack epoxies are commonly known to chalk upon external exposure. • It is not recommended to apply two pack epoxy material over 50 °C (122 °F) • For overcoating with conventional paints overcoat after 16-24 hours. • For application over other two-pack Heavy Duty Primers selection can be made from GTC Getoxy Range of Primers. • Generally, Getoxy MIO (Silver Grey Version) is recommended when Heavy Duty Top Coats in light colours are to be selected; whereas (Natural Grey Version) is recommended upon top coating with dark colours.
Cleaning tools
For cleaning tools and equipments use GTC099 Thinner.
Application conditions
At a temperature ranging 5°C (41°F) to 40°C (104 °F) . Relative humidity is below 75%.
Storage and handling
Product must be stored as per local regulations and should be kept in dry well ventilated location far from heat and direct sunlight. Can should be tightly closed after use. Mix well before use. Storage temperature range between 5°C (41°F) to 40°C (104 °F).
Safety precautions
The following notes should be considered when using/applying painting material:- (a) Take precautions to prevent material entering the eyes (goggles should be worn, irrigate the eyes with water when become contaminated and obtain medical care at once). (b) Take precautions to avoid skin contact (gloves should be worn, barrier cream should be used). (c) Ensure that repeated contact of paint with skin is avoided. (d) Provide adequate ventilation. (Face masks must be worn). (e) Keep away from sparks and open flames (for solvent-based materials).