SIGMAZINC 102
(SIGMACOVER ZINC PRIMER)
4 pages March 2007
Revision of September 2005
DESCRIPTION two component polyamide cured zinc epoxy primer
PRINCIPAL CHARACTERISTICS – economical zinc epoxy primer for various paint systems
– good corrosion prevention properties
– quick drying, can be overcoated after a short interval
– can serve as a holding primer for various maintenance systems for a total
repair
– the superimposed system must be unsaponifiable
– complies with SSPC-Paint 20
COLOURS AND GLOSS grey - flat
BASIC DATA AT 20°C (1 g/cm³ = 8.25 lb/US gal; 1 m²/l = 40.7 ft²/US gal)
(data for mixed product)
Mass density 2.1 g/cm³
Volume solids 55 ± 2%
VOC (supplied) max. 193 g/kg (Directive 1999/13/EC, SED)
max. 410 g/l (approx. 3.4 lb/gal)
Recommended dry film 25 - 50 µm depending on blasting profile; dfts of more then 50 µm are not
thickness recommended
Theoretical spreading rate 22 m²/l for 25 µm *
Touch dry after 15 min. at 20°C *
Overcoating interval min. 6 hours *
max. several months *
Curing time 7 days
(data for components)
Shelf life (cool and dry place) at least 12 months
RECOMMENDED – steel; blast cleaned to ISO-Sa2½
SUBSTRATE CONDITIONS – blasting profile; (Rz) 40 - 70 µm
AND TEMPERATURES – substrate temperature should be above 10°C and at least 3°C above dew
point
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE mixing ratio by volume: base to hardener 78 : 22
– the temperature of the mixed base and hardener should preferably be
above 15°C, otherwise extra solvent may be required to obtain
application viscosity
– too much solvent results in reduced sag resistance and slower cure
– thinner should be added after mixing the components
Induction time none
Pot life 24 hours at 20°C, 6 hours at 35°C
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SIGMAZINC 102
(SIGMACOVER ZINC PRIMER)
March 2007
AIRLESS SPRAY
Recommended thinner Sigma thinner 91-92
Volume of thinner 0 - 20%, depending on required thickness and application conditions
Nozzle orifice approx. 0.43 - 0.48 mm (= 0.017 - 0.019 in)
Nozzle pressure 15 MPa (= approx. 150 bar; 2130 p.s.i.)
AIR SPRAY
Recommended thinner Sigma thinner 91-92
Volume of thinner 0 - 20%, depending on required thickness and application conditions
Nozzle orifice 1.8 - 2.2 mm
Nozzle pressure 0.3 - 0.6 MPa (= approx. 3 - 6 bar; 43 - 85 p.s.i.)
BRUSH/ROLLER
Recommended thinner Sigma thinner 91-92
Volume of thinner 0 - 5%
CLEANING SOLVENT Sigma thinner 90-53
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS for paint and recommended thinners see safety sheets 1430, 1431 and
relevant material safety data sheets
this is a solvent based paint and care should be taken to avoid inhalation of
spray mist or vapour as well as contact between the wet paint and exposed
skin or eyes
ADDITIONAL DATA Film thickness and spreading rate
theoretical 22.0 15.7 11.0 7.3
spreading rate m²/l
dft in µm 25 35 50 75
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SIGMAZINC 102
(SIGMACOVER ZINC PRIMER)
March 2007
Overcoating table for dft 25 - 50 µm
substrate 5°C 10°C 20°C 30°C 40°C
temperature
minimum 24 hours 8 hours 6 hours 4 hours 3 hours
interval
maximum several months when free from zinc salts and
interval contamination
interior
maximum 14 days in clean conditions
interval
exterior
– zinc rich primers can form zinc salts on the surface; preferably they
should not be weathered for long periods before overcoating
– an interval of several months can be allowed under clean interior
exposure conditions
– in industrial or marine conditions or if a long recoat interval is required,
it is recommended to apply a suitable sealer direct after the minimum
recoating interval
– before overcoating visible surface contamination must be removed by
high pressure water cleaning, sweep blasting or mechanical cleaning
Curing table
substrate touch dry dry to handle full cure
temperature
10°C 40 min. 4 hours 20 days
15°C 30 min. 2 hours 10 days
20°C 15 min. 2 hours 7 days
30°C 10 min. 1 hour 5 days
– SigmaZinc 102 can be applied at temperatures between 5°C and 10°C,
but the curing rate will be very low
– for applications below 5°C alternative zinc rich primers are
recommended: e.g. SigmaZinc 19
– adequate ventilation must be maintained during application and curing
(please refer to sheet 1433 and 1434)
Worldwide availability Whilst it is always the aim of SigmaKalon Marine & Protective Coatings to
supply the same product on a worldwide basis, slight modification of the
product is sometimes necessary to comply with local or national rules/
circumstances.
Under these circumstances an alternative product data sheet is used.
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SIGMAZINC 102
(SIGMACOVER ZINC PRIMER)
March 2007
REFERENCES Explanation to product data sheets see information sheet 1411
Safety indications see information sheet 1430
Safety in confined spaces and health safety
Explosion hazard - toxic hazard see information sheet 1431
Safe working in confined spaces see information sheet 1433
Directives for ventilation practice see information sheet 1434
Cleaning of steel and removal of rust see information sheet 1490
LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
The information in this data sheet is based upon laboratory tests we believe to be accurate and is intended for guidance
only. All recommendations or suggestions relating to the use of the Sigma Coatings products made by SigmaKalon Marine
& Protective Coatings, whether in technical documentation, or in response to a specific enquiry, or otherwise, are based
on data which to the best of our knowledge are reliable. The products and information are designed for users having the
requisite knowledge and industrial skills and it is the end-user's responsibility to determine the suitability of the product
for its intended use.
SigmaKalon Marine & Protective Coatings has no control over either the quality or condition of the substrate, or the many
factors affecting the use and application of the product. SigmaKalon Marine & Protective Coatings does therefore not
accept any liability arising from loss, injury or damage resulting from such use or the contents of this data sheet (unless
there are written agreements stating otherwise).
The data contained herein are liable to modification as a result of practical experience and continous product development.
This data sheet replaces and annuls all previous issues and it is therefore the user's responsibility to ensure that this sheet
is current prior to using the product.
The English text of this document shall prevail over any translation thereof.
PDS 7402
179384 grey 0000001800
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