Epilac Primer (Hb-Base & Hardener)
- High build coating based on a high molecular weight epoxy resin with rust inhibitive pigments and forms an ideal inter coat for many types of steel, concrete and protective coating needs
- It is a two-component product cured with an appropriate catalyst
- With the extra thickness it builds up it ensures a good build coat over the protective primer and the top coat polyurethane or epoxy top coats
- Exhibits excellent resistance to moderate conditions of acidic, bases and various other chemicals
- Has good flow and outstanding mechanical properties, accompanied with good wear and tear resistance
Designed Use:
- It is recommended as an intermediate coat with excellent adhesion and build up coat for tanks coatings, structural Steel work, Chemical plant Pipelines, Cranes and general steel and metal requirements
Availability:
- Yellow and as per customer requirement.
Coverage:
- The theoretical coverage of ROBBIALAC EPILAC PRIMER (HB) would be approximately 4 – 6 M² /liter per coat at a Dry film thickness of 100 -125 µ per coat
- Avoid humid conditions >95% and also dew point of <3% for application
- The expected life span is directly related to the surface cleanliness. It is therefore mandatory to remove the grease, oil, wax by solvent cleaning.
- Any external contamination, salts can be removed by dry brush, chipping, needle gun or spot blast
- For stubborn surfaces give a good acid wash followed with a water wash.
- In case of long term life expectancy it is mandatory that good sand blasting to Swedish standard 2 or 2.5 is achieved.
- Ensure that the ROBBIALAC EPILAC PRIMER (HB is applied prior to and completely cured
- It is a two-component composition. Stir each component well with convenient mixing equipment for uniformity to ensure good mixing of all the components
- Mix both of them in the prescribed proportion just before application
*Not suitable for immersed conditions. The product will not cure below 10°c, dry heat resistance is 120°c.
Method of application:
- By roller/brush and if large areas are to be painted one can use suitable spray application
- To keep the brush/roller and spray equipment in good condition for use, clean the same in luke warm water and dry them immediately after application
Thinning recommendation:
- ROBBIALAC EPILAC THINNER and to the extent of maximum of 5-10% of the primer by volume.
- Stir well with a convenient mixing equipment for uniformity to ensure good mixing of all the components
Pack Sizes:
- Available in 3L, packed in 4L metal tins.