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Axalta ViterLac C12 Primer/Finish | For Steel Transport Containers

Axalta ViterLac C12 Primer/Finish

2330 2242 (L)
AXA5326

Axalta ViterLac C12 Primer/Finish is a single pack, fast-drying, phenolic-modified alkyd primer/finish, specially developed for the transport container market.

  • High level of anticorrosive protection in aggressive environments
  • Indefinitely overcoatable for easy repair - Eggshell finish disguises dents and welds
  • Good colour stability provided by high quality pigments
  • Available in Standard Black (20L only) and 350+ RAL and BS shades
  • Tested for resistance to BS148 transformer oil for 196 hours at 90°C
  • Use for dry cargo transport containers, ISO tank containers, anti-vandal accommodation units, waste containers and other industrial steel fabrications

Please note: Colours are sold in the nearest tin size but actual paint volume per tin may vary up to 10% depending on colour.

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Description

Axalta ViterLac C12 Primer/Finish is a single pack, phenolic-modified alkyd primer/finish, specially developed for the transport container market.

It offers a high level of anticorrosive protection in aggressive environments. Axalta ViterLac C12 Primer/Finish is fast drying and indefinitely overcoatable for easy repair.

Used for dry cargo transport containers, ISO tank containers, anti-vandal accommodation units, waste containers and other industrial steel fabrications.

Axalta ViterLac C12 Primer/Finish is tested for resistance to BS148 transformer oil for 196 hours at 90°C.

Approvals/Certification - Please consult Axalta Coating Systems or Rawlins Paints Technical on 0113 2455450 (option 2) or send a message to [email protected].



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Features & Benefits


  • Single pack, phenolic-modified alkyd primer/finish
  • Specially developed for the transport container market
  • Offers a high level of anticorrosive protection in aggressive environments
  • Contains zinc phosphate anticorrosive pigment
  • Fast drying and indefinitely overcoatable for easy repair
  • Good colour stability provided by high quality pigments
  • Eggshell finish helps disguise dents and welds
  • Tested for resistance to BS148 transformer oil for 196 hours at 90°C
  • Used for dry cargo transport containers, ISO tank containers, anti-vandal accommodation units, waste containers and other industrial steel fabrications



Product Specification


Technical Data
  Axalta ViterLac C12 Primer/Finish
Volume Solids 35 ± 2% (varies with colour)
VOC Content 549 + 20 g/litre (varies with colour)
SG 1.03 - 1.20 kg/lt (varies with colour)
Storage Conditions Store in dry, cool conditions and protect from frost
Shelf Life Minimum 12 months if stored as above in unopened containers
Flash Point 23-60°C



Film Thickness Range And Coverage


Film Thickness Range & Coverage
Dry Film Thickness Wet Film Thickness Theoretical Coverage
Minimum 75 µm 214 µm 4.7 m2/litre
Maximum 125 µm 357 µm 2.8 m2/litre
Practical coverage depends on the application method, painting conditions and the shape and roughness of the surface to be coated



Drying Times


Drying Times
Applied to 75 microns DFT 10℃ 23℃ 35℃
Dust Free   2 hr 1 hr 30 min
Hard Dry   8 hr 3 hr 1.5 hr
Overcoating Minimum - Wet-On-Wet 20 min 15 min 10 min
Maximum Indefinite if surface is clean and sound
Drying and recoating times are related to the film thickness, temperature, the relative humidity of the air and ventilation



Surface Preparation


  • All surfaces to be coated should be dry and cleaned as necessary to remove all oil, grease, salts, weld flux or other contamination
  • Where necessary, remove weld spatter and grind smooth all sharp edges and weld seams
  • Blast clean to Sa2½ (ISO 8501-1:2007), surface profile 50-75 microns
  • Can also be applied to clean, dry, abraded steel
  • Aluminium and Zinc coated surfaces: Surfaces should be degreased, abraded and etch primed prior to application of ViterLac C12*

*Please consult Axalta Coating Systems or Rawlins Paints Technical Department on 0113 2455450 (option 2) or send a message to [email protected] for advice.



Mixing


  • Must be mixed thoroughly by using a mechanical agitator before use
  • Agitate periodically to ensure paint remains homogeneous



Thinner


Thinner

Equipment Cleaner



Application Conditions


  • Only apply in conditions of good ventilation which must be maintained during drying and curing
  • Do not apply when rain, mist, sleet or snow are imminent
  • During application and drying time of the paint coating, the surface should be dry, the relative humidity should not exceed 85% and the steel temperature should remain at least 3°C above the dew point
  • Paint temperature should ideally be at a minimum of 15ºC



Application Methods


  • Airless Spray: is the preferred method. Output fluid pressure at tip 2000 psi, Tip Size 13-15 thou (0.33-0.38 mm)
  • Air assisted and HVLP: are also suitable. Please consult Axalta Coating Systems or Rawlins Paints Technical Department on 0113 2455450 (option 2) or send a message to [email protected] for advice
  • Conventional spray: requires thinning by up to 10% with 1006 Thinner
  • Brush should be used for touch-up of small areas



Product Notes


  • A dry film thickness of 125µm is recommended over blast cleaned steel substrates
  • Some shades may contain lead-based colourants, these are labelled (L)



Health & Safety


  • Containers are provided with safety labels which should be observed
  • Further information about hazardous influences and protection are detailed in individual Product Safety Data Sheets

For specific advice regarding any aspect of this product, please consult our Technical Department on 0113 2455450 (option 2) or send a message to [email protected]



Product Details
5326-899147

Data sheet

Manufacturer
Axalta Coating Systems
For Use On
Steel
Aluminium
Zinc
Application Method
Airless Spray
Spray
Sheen
Eggshell
Colour
Fully Tintable
Single, Two or Three Pack
Single
Product Certifications
Tested for resistance to BS148 transformer oil for 196 hours at 90°C
Pack Size
5L
20L
Minimum Applied Thickness
75 µm DFT/214 µm WFT
Maximum Applied Thickness
125 µm DFT/357 µm WFT
Touch Dry (at 20°C)
60 mins
Coverage
4.7m²/l at 75 µm DFT (214 µm WFT) or 2.8m²/l at 125 µm DFT (357 µm WFT)
Recommended Thinner/Cleaner
Axalta Thinner 1006
Solids by Volume
35 ± 2% (varies with colour)
Shelf Life (from date of manufacture)
12 months
UN Number
UN1263
Dry to Recoat (at 23°C)
15 mins
Specific Gravity
1.03 - 1.20 kg/lt (varies with colour)
Hard Dry
3hrs @ 23°C
Base Type
Solvent-Based
Suitable For Use On
Steel
Suitable For Use On
Transport Containers
Finish
Eggshell
Application Method
Spray
Usages
Zinc Phosphate
Usages
Colour Retention
Usages
Primer/Finish
Usages
Overcoatable
Usages
Direct to Metal
Usages
Atmospheric
Usages
Anti-Corrosive
Product Usage Type
Primer & Topcoat
Product Range
ViterLac
Colour Family
Black
Colour Family
White
Colour Family
Neutral
Colour Family
Dark
Colour Family
Grey
Colour Family
Green
Colour Family
Blue
Colour Family
Red
Colour Family
Brown
Colour Family
Pink
Colour Family
Orange
Colour Family
Purple
Colour Family
Yellow
Product Type
Phenolic-Modified Alkyd
Environment
Atmospheric
Touch Dry/Dust Free (@ 20-25°C)
60 mins
Product Attributes
Anti-Corrosive
Product Attributes
Primer/Finish
Product Attributes
Zinc Phosphate
Product Attributes
Colour Retention
Product Attributes
Overcoatable
Attachments
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IMPORTANT SHIPPING & DELIVERY INFORMATION

Axalta ViterLac C12 Primer/Finish is only available with the shipping and delivery timescales listed below - please do not contact our Customer Support Team with enquiries about alternative or earlier shipping and delivery times.

Saturdays and Sundays, as well as Bank Holidays, are not classed as working days.

Orders placed after the cut-off for this product will not be processed for earliest dispatch until 9am the next working day.

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