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- Available in dark grey.
- Aerosol spray providing cathodic protection with 90% pure zinc content in the dry paint film.
- For bare and galvanised steel surfaces.
- Resists up to 500 hours of salt spray testing.
- Touch dry in 10 minutes.
- Heat resistance up to 450°C.
Description
Rust-Oleum Hard Hat 2185/1085 Galva Zinc
Rust-Oleum Hard Hat 2185/1085 Galva Zinc is a high-performance, zinc-rich spray primer designed for cathodic protection of bare and galvanised steel. This fast-drying cold galvanising compound contains 90% pure zinc, offering superior corrosion resistance and durability. Ideal for touch-ups and small areas, this product is perfect for industrial applications where long-lasting protection is paramount.
Application and Uses
This aerosol spray is easy to apply, making it suitable for use on new, bare, or galvanised steel surfaces. It is particularly effective in light industrial exposures, corrosive environments, and high humidity areas. Ensure the surface is clean, dry, and free from contaminants before application. Shake the can vigorously for at least one minute after the mixing ball is heard, and shake frequently during use. Hold the can approximately 25 cm from the surface and apply in a back-and-forth motion.
- Recommended for touch-ups on galvanised steel and small areas.
- Can be recoated with non-saponifiable coatings for added protection.
- Not suitable for use on plastic or other non-metallic surfaces.
Technical Specifications
The Hard Hat Galva Zinc Spray offers the following technical specifications:
- Touch dry: 10 minutes
- Dry to handle: 30 minutes
- Dry to recoat: Within 1 hour or after 48 hours
- Fully cured: 7 days
- Heat resistance: 450°C (dry heat)
- VOC level: 630 g/l
Always refer to the downloadable data sheet for more detailed technical information.
Recommendations and Limitations
For best results, avoid applying the spray in high humidity or below freezing temperatures. Do not use on surfaces that will come into contact with food or drinking water. Ensure good ventilation during application and curing.
- Recommended additional products: HARD HAT metallic sprays for recoating.
- Not recommended for plastic surfaces or areas with direct food contact.
- Always wear appropriate personal protective equipment, including eye and face protection.
Health and Safety
For your safety, please consult the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for detailed information on handling and disposal. Key safety information includes:
- UN Number: 1950 (Hard Hat 2185), 1263 (Hard Hat 1085)
- Extremely flammable aerosol, pressurised container may burst if heated.
- Contains acetone and n-butyl acetate; may cause serious eye irritation and dizziness.
- Environmental hazard: Very toxic to aquatic life with long-lasting effects.
Always wear eye protection and avoid inhaling vapours. Do not spray on open flames or other ignition sources. Dispose of contents and container in accordance with local regulations.
Product Details
1311-993017
Data sheet
- Manufacturer
- Rust-Oleum
- For Use By
- Consumer Use
- Interior / Exterior Use
- Interior & Exterior
- For Use On
- Steel
Galvanized Steel - Application Method
- Aerosol
Brush - Sheen
- Matt
- Colour
- Standard / Ready Mixed
- Single, Two or Three Pack
- Single
- Pack Size
- 1L
2.5L
5L
1KG
500ml
500ml Aerosol - Dry to Handle (at 20°C)
- 30 Mins
- Dry to Recoat (at 20°C)
- Within 1 hour or after 48 hours
- Fully Cured (at 20°C)
- 7 Days
- Coverage
- 13m² per litre
- Heat Resistance (up-to)
- 450°C
- VOC
- 630 g/l
- Shelf Life (from date of manufacture)
- 3 years from date of production in unopened cans, if stored in dry, well ventilated areas, not in direct sunlight at temperatures between 5° and 35°C.
- Touch Dry
- 10 Mins
- Recommended Dry Film Thickness
- 35 µm
- Recommended Wet Film Thickness
- 100 µm
- UN Number
- UN1950, UN1263
- Base Type
- Epoxy Ester
- Base Type
- Solvent-Based
- Suitable For Use On
- Steel
- Suitable For Use On
- Blasted Metal
- Suitable For Use On
- Galvanised Steel
- Suitable For Use On
- Bare Metal
- Finish
- Matt
- Application Method
- Aerosol
- Application Method
- Brush
- Usages
- Metal Protectors
- Usages
- Atmospheric
- Usages
- Heat Resistance
- Usages
- Cathodic Protection
- Usages
- Zinc Rich /Cold Galvanising
- Product Usage Type
- Primer & Topcoat
- Fastest Delivery
- Next Working Day
- Colour Family
- Grey
- Heat Resistance
- Up To 500°C
- Dry to Recoat (@ 20-25°C)
- 4 hours
- Zinc Content
- 0.9
 James Clegg on 2023-05-02 15:19:36 | Question:
Hello Could this be applied with a gravity fed spray gun, if not do you have product that could be used with a spray gun? Many thanks! James |
Answer from Rawlins’ Technical Team:
This product is for brush application or available in an aerosol form. | |
| Martin on 2022-06-01 11:45:16 | Question:
Hi, I'd like to ask if it's ideal to use Rust-Oleum Hard Hat 2185/1085 Galva Zinc on metal subframe of a car and then what coat in black colour it would be the best for it, if the product says can be recoated with non-saponifiable coatings. Thank you. |
Answer from Rawlins’ Technical Team:
Rust-Oleum Hard Hat 2185/1085 Galva Zinc can be overpainted with Rust-Oleum Mathys Noxyde and Rust-Oleum Mathys Noxyde Peganox. While these could be used for this application, assuming the subframe is bare steel is clean, dry, sound and prepared as detailed in the technical data sheet we can recommend Rust-Oleum 569/580 QD Metal Primer followed by Rust-Oleum 7500 Alkythane. This is available in many RAL, NCS or BS colours in a satin or gloss finish. | |
| Elina on 2022-01-18 09:38:53 | Question:
I need to make the surface of my sculpture rust resistant. It is a hammer-form made of annealed medium soft steel. Would this product work? Would it change the appearance of surface to matt? Could you suggest a more suitable product please? |
Answer from Rawlins’ Technical Team:
Yes this can be applied to mild steel, new steel or galvanised steel surfaces. We would recommend this is applied by brush application and it would have a grey matt finish. This is not a decorative paint it is a cold galvanising coating. | |
| Fil Baker on 2019-10-20 22:32:52 | Question:
I want to spray a set of "winter wheels" for my car, grey being the chosen colour. High gloss isn't necessary (could it be lacquered-over?) but I'm looking for durability. Would you recommend it for this use? Thanks. |
Answer from Rawlins’ Technical Team:
Assuming the wheels are some for of alloy you would apply Rust-Oleum Hard Hat 2102 Adhesion Primer followed by Rust-Oleum Hard Hat Topcoat. Rust-Oleum Hard Hat 2500 Transparent Protection can be applied over this for extra durability. | |
| Mike on 2017-07-14 18:21:36 | Question: Can i use this to paint 2 or 3 small galvanised steel sheets |
Answer from Rawlins’ Technical Team: Yes, follow preparation and application instructions on the data sheet available to download from the 'DATASHEETS' tab on the product page. | |
| fred williams on 2015-09-24 16:14:17 | Question: Can you weld through Rust-Oleum Hard Hat 2185/1085 Galva Zinc? |
Answer from Rawlins’ Technical Team: Yes, it is physically possible to do this and then “dress” the welds as normal afterwards. But, Rust-Oleum Hard Hat 2185/1085 Galva Zinc has never been submitted for independent testing and so has no official weld certificate. | |
IMPORTANT SHIPPING & DELIVERY INFORMATION
Rust-Oleum Hard Hat 2185/1085 Galva Zinc 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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