CPR 500 – Metal Paint – Epoxy HB

Description

Metal Paint – Epoxy HB

CPR 500 – Metal Paint – Epoxy HB is a two pack Epoxy coating which provides protective and decorative properties to steel and other substrates. The material is supplied as a two pack system, comprising pre-weighed amounts of BASE and CURING AGENT. After mixing together, an easily applied chemical and abrasion resistant finish is produced. A slip resistant finish may be achieved by broadcasting an appropriate aggregate.

Typical Properties

• Solvent free, low odour
• Very good chemical resistance
• Excellent adhesion to concrete and steel
• High build
• Tough and durable
• Easily applied
• Hygienic and easily cleaned
• Slip resistant options
• Range of colours

Direction For Use

Surface Preparations

• Ensure that the surfaces are clean and free from dust, laitance, grease, oil, curing compound and existing paint finishes etc.
• Steel surfaces shall be shot blasted or grit blasted to a nominal Sa 2.5 Swedish standard. All dust and grease shall be removed prior to coating application.
• If a delay is likely to occur between blasting and application then it is recommended that a coat of CPR 410 – Metal Primer – Epoxy WB is applied as holding primer to obviate flash rusting.

Mixing

• Pour the contents of the CURING AGENT container into the BASE container and thoroughly mix, preferably by mechanical means until a uniform colour is achieved.

Application

• Apply by brush, roller or airless spray at a nominal rate of 0.25 to 0.3kg/m².
• After a minimum of 14 hours and before a maximum of 48 hours, apply a second coat at the same rate.

Curing

• Allow to cure for a minimum of 24 hours @ 20°C prior to light foot traffic access and 48 hours @ 20° prior to vehicular trafficking.
• 7 days cure @ 20°C is recommended prior to exposure to chemicals.
• Lower temperatures will extend the curing time.

Equipment Cleaning

• Clean equipment with CPR 201 Tool Clean Solvent prior to curing of the coating.

Limitations

• Do not apply at temperatures of 3°C or less.

Coverage

• A 5kg pack is sufficient to treat 8.3-10.0 m2 of surface with the recommended two coat treatment, providing an overall d.f.t. of 400-480 microns.

Technical Data

• Pot life @ 20°C: 45 Minutes, @ 10°C: 90 Minutes
• Colours: Grey, Red (BS4800 or RAL colours on request)
• Coverage: 0.25-0.30kg/m²/coat
• Tack free time @ 20°C: 6 hours
• Hard dry time@ 20°C: 10 hours
• Full chemical resistance @ 20°C: 7 days
• Adhesion strength to mild steel: >12 MPa

Chemical Resistance

• Excellent resistance to dilute acids, dilute alkalis, oil, petrol, diesel, vegetable oils, raw sewage etc.
• Please consult our Technical Department for specific advice.
• All products shall be applied strictly in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

Shelf Life

• Store in dry conditions, out of direct sunlight, at temperatures between 10°C and 25°C.
• CPR 500 – Metal Paint – Epoxy HB has a minimum shelf life of 12 months when stored in original, unopened containers in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions.

Packaging

• CPR 500 – Metal Paint – Epoxy HB is supplied in 5kg and 15kg packs

Safety Precautions

• Avoid contact of the material with skin and eyes.
• Wear gloves and goggles.
• Wash off splashes immediately with soap and water.
• Any eye contamination must be rapidly irrigated with copious amounts of clean water, and immediate medical attention sought.
• Please refer to Material Safety Data Sheet for additional information.

Legal Notice

Whilst all reasonable care is taken in compiling technical data on the Company’s products, all recommendations or suggestions regarding the use of such products are made without guarantee, since the conditions of use are beyond the control of the Company.

It is the customer’s responsibility to satisfy himself that each product is fit for the purpose for which he intends to use it, that the actual conditions of use are suitable and that in the light of our continual research and development program the information relating to each product has not been superseded.