Product description
A modern quality and Quick Drying Hammer Finish Paint based on carefully selected Vinyl/Toluene and modified Styrene/Alkyd Resin to suit the increasingly noticeable demand of a distinctive and protective finish coating over objects included within the Industrial Field.
Special features
• Easy to apply and quick drying. • Offers a uniform and pleasant Hammer Pattern Effect. • Abrasion resistant which makes it suitable for industrial application. • Applicable over steel sheetings where priming is not usually required.
Where to use
As an Interior/Exterior decorative and protective coat over Internal/External metal surfaces (Ferrous and Non-Ferrous) i.e., • Electrical Boards and Switch Gears Metal kitchens & Steel furniture • Domestic Heaters and Control Panels Cable trunking and electrical cabinets • Shelves and Steel Frames Elevator Doors • Applicable over Non-Ferrous metals provided surface is suitably primed.
Product data
FINISH : HAMMER TONE / GLOSSY COLOUR : According to GTC HAMMER FINISH COLOUR CARD RANGE Special colours are available upon request. VOLUME SOLID : 39 % PRODUCT WEIGHT : 0.93 kg/ltr. REC. FILM THICKNESS : Wet : 90 microns per coat (approx. 3.6 mils) Dry : 35 microns per coat (approx. 1.4 mils) THEO. COVERAGE : 11.1 M2/ltr. Practical coverage primarily depends upon nature of surface profile, method of application and site conditions. FLASH POINT : 6 °C (43 °F)
Drying times
SUBSTRATE TEMPERATURE | TOUCH DRY | HARD DRY | OVERCOATING INTERVALS MINIMUM | MAXIMUM 10 °C (50 °F) | 1 2 hrs. | 12 hrs. | 12 hrs. | IND. 25 °C (77 °F) | 30 min. | 8 hrs. | 8 hrs. | IND. 40 °C (104 °F) | 15 min. | 6 hrs. | 6 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 Department.
Surface preparation
1. Degrease the metal surface in accordance with SSPC-SP1 Solvent Cleaning to remove grease, oil, and other surface contamination where exist. (Use GTC002 Thinner). 2. Wire Brush/Mechanical Power Tool Clean areas where superficial and/or firmly adhering rust exist in accordance with SSPC-SP2 and/or SSPC-SP3 Standards. 3. Surfaces to be coated must be dry, clean and contamination/rust free prior to paint application process.
Where to use
Normally intended for a single coat application over suitably cleaned / primed metal surfaces.
Mixing and thinning
Material must be properly mixed and is recommended for thinning with GTC Quick Drying Thinner.
Important restrictions
1. Material is intended for conventional spray only. Maximum thinning is 15% by volume with recommended thinner. 2. When material is required for application over galvanized and/or non-ferrous metals it is recommended to prime with GTC Zinc Chromate Primer. 3. Please refer to individual data sheets in GTC Relevant Manuals and consult with GTC Technical Service Dept. for application over other substrates
Cleaning tools
For cleaning tools and equipments use GTC Quick Drying 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).
Pack sizes
Gallon : 18 Ltr. Drum