Established in use under variety
of conditions for many years, this is an Alkyd based /Red Oxide Primer
with excellent corrosive properties, combined with good stability
and easy application. It is used as a general purpose anticorrosive
primer over steel surfaces
PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS OF WET PAINT
(TYPICAL FIGURES)
Pigment
composition
Iron
oxide and mineral extenders
Pigment %
50
Binder type
Alkyd
Thinner composition
Aliphatic hydrocarbon
PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS
OF DRY FILM :
Drying time
of Standard thickness
6 hours
Recoating
times(minimum)
Normally
6 hours, but allow longer under cold damp conditions.
Standard thickness required
Dry film 20 - 25
microns
Theoretical
coverage on smooth 7.55 - 12.1 m2/1 Surface
12-14
m2/litre
APPLICATION
Brush
/ Roller
Ready
for use
Conventional
spray
Recommended
Airless spray
Not recommended
Thinner
Chemilac Thinner
SURFACE PREPARATION
Ensure surface is clean, dry and free from
loose millscale, rust, grease, wax, soluble salts and other contaminants.
Remove all loose or defective paint or primer. Prime immediately after
preparation.
