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HMG Epiprime | Anti-Corrosive Primer

HMG Epiprime

PRIEPI
HMG4452

HMG Epiprime is a zinc phosphate 2K epoxy primer offering excellent adhesion.

This product MUST be purchased/used in conjuction with its manufacturer specified base or activator/hardener:

2-Pack System Details
Base (Part 1) HMG Epiprime
Activator (Part 2) Option 1: HMG Hardener 9058 Standard
Option 2: HMG Hardener 9060 Rapid Cure

  • Part one of a two part system
  • Water and chemical resistant
  • Good corrosion protection

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Description

HMG Epiprime is a zinc phosphate 2K epoxy primer offering excellent adhesion.

Please note this product is one part of a two-pack system which MUST be purchased/used together with HMG Hardener 9058 Standard or HMG Hardener 9060 Rapid Cure.



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Features & Benefits


  • Part one of a two part system
  • Water and chemical resistant
  • Good corrosion protection



Product Specification


Technical Data
Epiprime White Epiprime Colours
Volume Solids: 71.1% 65.7%
VOC Content: 0.530kgs/ltrl 0.530kgs/ltr
SG: - -
Viscosity: 220 mPas 300 mPas
Density: 1.487 g/cm³ 1.281 g/cm³
Storage Conditions: Store between 5°C - 25°C. When not in use, cans must be kept sealed. Store between 5°C - 25°C. When not in use, cans must be kept sealed.
Shelf Life: 12 months from delivery date in original sealed containers. 12 months from delivery date in original sealed containers.
Pot Life: 8 hours at 20°C 8 hours at 20°C
Flash Point: 25°C 25°C



Film Thickness Range And Coverage


Product Data
  Dry Film Thickness Wet Film Thickness
Brush: 50 μm 80 μm
Compliant Spray Gun: 50 μm 80 μm
Pressure Pot: 50 μm 80 μm
Airless/Air-Assisted: 50 μm 80 μm



Coverage: 12.5 square metres per litre @ 50 microns dft (Theoretical)

  • HMG technical data sheets indicate a dry film thickness that will be achieved when applying a particular wet film thickness.
  • These values are a guide only and are not to be used as specifications.
  • Film thickness will vary depending on actual use and specification.
  • Great care should be taken to achieve the dft stated in the agreed specification and to avoid areas of excessively low or high thickness.



Drying Times


Drying Times At 20°C
Touch Dry: 2 hours
Dry To Handle: 24 hours
Dry To Recoat: After 45 minutes at 20°C without flatting. After 8 hours at 20°C either flat and recoat with itself or topcoat.
Fully Cured: 3 - 7 days



Surface Preparation


  • Ensure surfaces to be coated are dry and must be cleaned using the appropriate HMG product to remove all traces of contaminants.
  • Read and follow the safety data sheet, product data sheet and label instructions.
  • Stir all paints thoroughly before use.
  • Always use the same batch number on the same job.
  • Check colour & sheen.
  • Filter the product immediately before use.
  • Reduce emissions and maintain quality by replacing tin lid after use.



Application Methods


Technical Data
Brush Compliant Spray Gun Pressure Pot Airless/Air-Assisted
Mixing Ratio: Base: 4 Base: 4 Base: 4 Base: 4
Hardener: 1 Hardener: 1 Hardener: 1 Hardener: 1
Thinner: <0.5 Thinner: 1.5 Thinner: 1.5 Thinner: <0.5
Hardener Options: Hardener 9058 Standard Hardener 9058 Standard Hardener 9058 Standard Hardener 9058 Standard
Hardener 9060 Rapid Cure Hardener 9060 Rapid Cure Hardener 9060 Rapid Cure Hardener 9060 Rapid Cure
Thinner Options: Thinner 2691 Thinner 2691 Thinner 2691 Thinner 2691
Thinner 2711 Thinner 2711 Thinner 2711 Thinner 2711
Viscosity: - 28 - 35 seconds B4 cup 28 - 35 seconds B4 cup 35 - 40 seconds B4 cup
Spray Gun Setup: - 1.8 - 2.0 1.1 - 1.4 11 - 13 thou 40/50°
Number Of Coats (Guide Only): 1 - 2 full coats 1 - 2 full coats 1 - 2 full coats 1 - 2 full coats
Flash Off: - 10 - 15 minutes between coats 10 - 15 minutes between coats 10 - 15 minutes between coats



For further information on mixing ratios please contact Rawlins Paints on Tech - 0113 2455450 (option 2) or [email protected] Sales - 0113 2455450 or [email protected]



Product Notes


Information On Basic Physical And Chemical Properties
Epiprime White Epiprime Colours
Form: According to product specification According to product specification
Colour: According to product specification According to product specification
Odour: Characteristic Characteristic
Odour Threshold: Not determined Not determined
pH-value 20°C: Not determined Not determined
Melting point/freezing point: Undetermined Undetermined
Initial boiling point and boiling range: 36°C 136°C
Flash Point: 24°C 24°C
Flammability (solid, gas): Not applicable Not applicable
Ignition temperature: 500°C 315°C
Decomposition temperature: Not determined. Not determined.
Auto-ignition temperature: Product is not selfigniting. Product is not selfigniting.
Explosive properties: "Product is not explosive. However, formation of explosive air vapour mixtures are possible." "Product is not explosive. However, formation of explosive air vapour mixtures are possible."
Explosion limits: Lower: 1.1 Vol% 1.1 Vol%
Explosion limits: Upper: 7 Vol% 7 Vol%
Vapour pressure at 20°C: 6.7 - 8.2 hPa 6.7 - 8.2 hPa
Density at 20°C: 1.487 g/cm³ 1.281 g/cm³
Relative density: Not determined Not determined
Vapour density: Not determined Not determined
Evaporation rate: Not determined Not determined
Solubility in / Miscibility with water: NOT MISCIBLE NOT MISCIBLE
Partition coefficient: n-octanol/water: Not determined Not determined
Viscosity: Dynamic at 20°C: 220 mPas 300 mPas
Viscosity: Kinematic: Not determined Not determined
Solvent content: Organic solvents: 28.9% 34.3%
Solids content: 71.1% 65.7%



Health & Safety


  • Refer to the safety data sheet in the attachments section above and tin label prior to use.
  • Suitable air fed respiratory equipment should be worn when spraying.

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Product Details
4452-697660

Data sheet

Manufacturer
HMG Paints limited
Water / Solvent Based
Solvent
For Use On
Steel
Application Method
Brush, spray, pressure pot
Sheen
Matt
Colour
Standard / Ready Mixed
Single, Two or Three Pack
Two-Pack
Pack Size
1L, 5L
Mixing Ratio
Base: 4 - Hardener: 1 - Thinner: 1.5
Touch Dry (at 20°C)
2 hours
Dry to Handle (at 20°C)
24 hours
Dry to Recoat (at 20°C)
After 45 mins at 20°C without flatting. After 8 hours at 20°C either flat and recoat with itself or topcoat.
Fully Cured (at 20°C)
3 - 7 days
Pot Life (at 20°C)
8 hours
Coverage
12.5 square metres per litre @ 50 microns dft (Theoretical)
Recommended Thinner/Cleaner
Thinner 2691/2711
Density
Epiprime White: 1.487 g/cm³ - Epiprime Colours; 1.281 g/cm³
Solids by Volume
Epiprime White: 71.1 % - Epiprime Colours; 65.7 %
Heat Resistance (up-to)
150°C approx (180°C for short periods) may tarnish
VOC
0.530kgs/ltrl
Recommended Dry Film Thickness
50 μm
Recommended Wet Film Thickness
80 μm
UN Number
UN1263
Base Type
Solvent-Based
Base Type
Epoxy
Suitable For Use On
Steel
Finish
Matt
Application Method
Brush
Application Method
Spray
Application Method
Pressure Pot
Usages
Anti-Corrosive
Usages
Zinc Phosphate
Usages
Atmospheric
Product Usage Type
Primer
Colour Family
Grey
Colour Family
White
Dry to Recoat (@ 20-25°C)
45 mins
Attachments
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Customer agrees that before placing an Order, Customer has read and understood the most up to date Product Data Sheet for the Product. Where we have access to the Product Data Sheet from the manufacturer, we will either provide a copy on request, or include a link to the Product Data Sheet available on the manufacturer’s website. Customer further agrees that we have no liability for any errors or omissions contained within the Product Data Sheets. For more information, please see our Terms & Conditions of Sale.

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IMPORTANT SHIPPING & DELIVERY INFORMATION

HMG Epiprime 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.

All delivery costs below are excluding VAT



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*All estimates are based on theoretical consumption rates for a single coat and do not take into account any substrate deviations or wastage

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