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HMG Epoxy Primer EPC

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HMG4454

HMG Epoxy Primer EPC (Base) is a medium solids epoxy primer.

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

2-Pack System Details
Base (Part 1) HMG Epoxy Primer EPC
Activator (Part 2) HMG Epoxy Hardener EPC 9056

  • Part one of a two part system.
  • Excellent adhesion to steel and some plastics such as DCPD and SMC.
Colour
Size
Finish
£127.99(incl. VAT)
£106.66(ex. VAT)
Quantity
Please choose your colour
Available for Delivery (See Delivery Options Below)

Description

HMG Epoxy Primer EPC is a medium solids epoxy primer.

Please note this product is one part of a two-pack system which MUST be purchased/used together with HMG Epoxy Hardener EPC 9056.



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Features & Benefits


  • Excellent adhesion to steel and some plastics such as DCPD and SMC.



Product Specification


Technical Data
Epoxy Primer EPC White Epoxy Primer EPC Light Grey Epoxy Primer EPC Dark Grey
Volume Solids: 70.8% 70.6% 71.9%
VOC Content: 0.480 - 0.520 Kg/l 0.480 - 0.520 Kg/l 0.480 - 0.520 Kg/l
SG: - - -
Viscosity: 140 mPas 140 mPas 140 mPas
Density: 1.502 g/cm³ 1.51 g/cm³ 1.503 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. 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. 12 months from delivery date in original sealed containers.
Pot Life: 6 hours to double viscosity 6 hours to double viscosity 6 hours to double viscosity
Flash Point: 34°C 23°C 25°C



Film Thickness Range And Coverage


Product Data
  Dry Film Thickness Wet Film Thickness
Compliant Spray Gun: 25 - 75 μm 61 - 183 μm
Airless/Air-Assisted: 25 - 75 μm 61 - 183 μm



Coverage: 14 - 16 square metres per litre @ 25 microns dft.

  • 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: 45 minutes
Dry To Recoat: Can be used as a wet on wet system.
Fully Cured: 8 hours



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
Compliant Spray Gun Airless/Air-Assisted
Mixing Ratio: Base: 2 Base: 2
Hardener: 1 Hardener: 1
Thinner: 0.5 Thinner: 0.5
Hardener Options: Hardener 9056 Hardener 9056
Thinner Options: Thinner 2711 Thinner 2711
Viscosity: 35 - 40 seconds B4 cup 35 - 40 seconds B4 cup
Spray Gun Setup: 1.8 - 2.0 11 - 13 thou tip
Number Of Coats (Guide Only): 1 - 2 coats 1 coat
Flash Off: 10 - 15 mins 10 - 15 mins



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
Epoxy Primer EPC White Epoxy Primer EPC Light Grey Epoxy Primer EPC Dark Grey
Form: According to product specification According to product specification According to product specification
Colour: According to product specification According to product specification According to product specification
Odour: Characteristic Characteristic Characteristic
Odour Threshold: Not determined Not determined Not determined
pH-value 20°C: Not determined Not determined Not determined
Melting point/freezing point: Undetermined Undetermined Undetermined
Initial boiling point and boiling range: 120°C 120°C 120°C
Flash Point: 34°C 23°C 25°C
Flammability (solid, gas): Not applicable Not applicable Not applicable
Ignition temperature: 287°C 270°C 270°C
Decomposition temperature: Not determined. Not determined. Not determined.
Auto-ignition temperature: Product is not selfigniting. 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." "Product is not explosive. However, formation of explosive air vapour mixtures are possible."
Explosion limits: Lower: 1.5 Vol% 2.3 Vol% 2.3 Vol%
Explosion limits: Upper: 13.7 Vol% 20.0 Vol% 20.0 Vol%
Vapour pressure at 20°C: 12 hPa 12 hPa 12 hPa
Density at 20°C: 1.502 g/cm³ 1.51 g/cm³ 1.503 g/cm³
Relative density: Not determined Not determined Not determined
Vapour density: Not determined Not determined Not determined
Evaporation rate: Not determined Not determined Not determined
Solubility in / Miscibility with water: NOT MISCIBLE NOT MISCIBLE NOT MISCIBLE
Partition coefficient: n-octanol/water: Not determined Not determined Not determined
Viscosity: Dynamic at 20°C: 140 mPas 140 mPas 140 mPas
Viscosity: Kinematic: Not determined Not determined Not determined
Solvent content: Organic solvents: 24.3% 30.9% 29.6%
Solids content: 70.8% 70.6% 71.9%



Health & Safety


  • Refer to the safety data sheet in the attachments section above and tin label prior to use.

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Product Details
4454-697671

Data sheet

Manufacturer
HMG Paints Limited
For Use On
Steel, Plastic
Application Method
Spray, Airless Spray
Sheen
Matt
Colour
Standard / Ready Mixed
Single, Two or Three Pack
Single
Pack Size
5L
Parts
Single part pack
Mixing Ratio
Base: 2 Base: 2 - Hardener: 1 - Thinner: 0.5
Suitable Substrates
Steel and some plastics such as DCPD and SMC.
Key Features
Excellent adhesion to steel and some plastics such as DCPD and SMC.
Touch Dry (at 20°C)
45 minutes
Dry to Recoat (at 20°C)
Can be used as a wet on wet system.
Fully Cured (at 20°C)
8 hours
Pot Life (at 20°C)
6 hours to double viscosity
VOC
0.480 - 0.520 Kg/l
Shelf Life (from date of manufacture)
12 months from delivery date in original sealed containers.
Recommended Dry Film Thickness
25 - 75 μm
Recommended Wet Film Thickness
61 - 183 μm
UN Number
UN1263
Base Type
Epoxy
Suitable For Use On
Metal
Suitable For Use On
Plastic
Finish
Matt
Application Method
Spray
Product Usage Type
Primer
Colour Family
White
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 Epoxy Primer EPC 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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