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PPG SigmaCover 256 is a two component, high-build, polyamide-cured recoatable zinc phosphate epoxy primer.
- General-purpose epoxy primer or buildcoat in protective coating systems, for steel and concrete structures in atmospheric exposure.
- Suitable for atmospheric industrial and marine applications.
- Can be recoated with various two-component and conventional coatings, even after long weathering periods.
- Excellent rust preventing properties in industrial or coastal atmospheres
- Tough, with long-term flexibility
- Cures even at temperatures down to -10°C (14°F
- Good adhesion to steel, galvanized steel and aged epoxy coatings
- Easy application, both by airless spray and brush
- Can be used as epoxy primer/finish (for dry internal areas)
Description
PPG SigmaCover 256 is a two-component, high-build, polyamide-cured recoatable zinc phosphate epoxy primer.
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- Features & Benefits
- Product Specification
- Film Thickness Range
- Drying Times
- Surface Preparation
- Application Methods
- Product Notes
- Health & Safety
Features & Benefits
- General-purpose epoxy primer or buildcoat in protective coating systems, for steel and concrete structures in atmospheric exposure.
- Suitable for atmospheric industrial and marine applications.
- Can be recoated with various two-component and conventional coatings, even after long weathering periods.
- Excellent rust preventing properties in industrial or coastal atmospheres
- Tough, with long-term flexibility
- Cures even at temperatures down to -10°C (14°F
- Good adhesion to steel, galvanized steel and aged epoxy coatings
- Easy application, both by airless spray and brush
- Can be used as epoxy primer/finish (for dry internal areas)
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Product Specification
| Technical Data | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PPG SigmaCover 256 | ||||||
| Number of Components: | Two | |||||
| Mass Density: | 1.4 kg/l (11.7 lb/US gal) | |||||
| Volume Solids: | 63 ± 2% | |||||
| VOC (supplied): | Directive 1999/13/EC, SED: max. 245.0 g/kg | |||||
| UK PG 6/23(92) Appendix 3: max. 338.0 g/l (approx. 2.8 lb/US gal) | ||||||
| Recommended Dry Film Thickness: | 75 - 150 μm (3.0 - 6.0 mils) depending on system | |||||
| Theoretical Spreading Rate: | 6.3 m²/l for 100 μm (253 ft²/US gal for 4.0 mils) | |||||
| Shelf Life: | Base: at least 24 months when stored cool and dry | |||||
| Hardener: at least 24 months when stored cool and dry | ||||||
Film Thickness Range
| Spreading Rate & Film Thickness | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| DFT | Theoretical Spreading Rate | ||
| 75 μm (3.0 mils) | 8.4 m²/l (337 ft²/US gal) | ||
| 100 μm (4.0 mils) | 6.3 m²/l (253 ft²/US gal) | ||
| 150 μm (6.0 mils) | 4.2 m²/l (168 ft²/US gal) | ||
Drying Times
| Curing time for DFT up to 100μm (4.0mils) | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Substrate temperature | Dry To Handle | Fully Cured | |
| -10°C (14°F) | 24 hours - 48 hours | 20 days | |
| -5°C (23°F) | 24 hours - 30 hours | 14 days | |
| 0°C (32°F) | 18 hours - 24 hours | 10 days | |
| 5°C (41°F) | 18 hours | 8 days | |
| 10°C (50°F)) | 12 hours | 6 days | |
| 15°C (59°F) | 8 hours | 5 days | |
| 20°C (68°F) | 6 hours | 4 days | |
| 30°C (86°F) | 4 hours | 3 days | |
| 40°C (104°F) | 3 hours | 48 hours | |
Notes:
- Adequate ventilation must be maintained during application and curing.
| Pot Life (at application viscosity) | |
|---|---|
| Mixed Product Temperature | Pot Life |
| 10°C (50°F) | 16 hours |
| 15°C (59°F) | 10 hours |
| 20°C (68°F) | 8 hours |
| 30°C (86°F) | 5 hours |
| 35°C (95°F) | 4 hours |
| Overcoating interval for DFT up to 150μm (6.0mils) | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overcoating with: | Interval: | -5°C (23°F) | 5°C (41°F) | 10°C (50°F) | 20°C 68°F) | 30°C (86°F) | 40°C (104°F) |
| SIGMADUR 520, SIGMADUR 550, various chlorinated rubbers, vinyls, acrylates and alkyd paints. | |||||||
| Minimum | 3 days | 24 hours | 16 hours | 8 hours | 5 hours | 3 hours | |
| Maximum | Unlimited | Unlimited | Unlimited | Unlimited | Unlimited | Unlimited | |
Notes:
- - Maximum interval is only unlimited when the surface is free from any contamination
- - SIGMACOVER 256 should not be overcoated with coal tar epoxy coatings
Surface Preparation
Substrate Conditions
- Steel; blast cleaned to ISO-Sa2½, blasting profile 40 – 70 μm (1.6 – 2.8 mils)
- Shop primed steel; pretreated to SPSS-Pt3 / SSPC-SP3
- Galvanized steel must be sweep blasted until an even flat appearance (only for internal dry exposure conditions)
- Aged suitable coating must be dry and free from any contamination
Substrate Temperature
- Substrate temperature during application and curing down to -10°C (14°F) is acceptable; provided the substrate is free from ice and dry
- Substrate temperature during application should be at least 3°C (5°F) above dew point
- Relative humidity during application and curing should not exceed 95%
Application Methods
Mixing Ratio By Volume: Base To Hardener 82:18
- The temperature of the mixed base and hardener should preferably be above 15°C (59°F), otherwise extra thinner may be required to obtain application viscosity
- Adding too much thinner results in reduced sag resistance and slower cure
- Thinner should be added after mixing the components
Pot Life:
- 8 hours at 20°C (68°F)
Air Spray:
- Recommended Thinner: THINNER 91-92
- Volume Of Thinner: 10 - 15%, depending on required thickness and application conditions
- Nozzle Orifice: 1.5 – 3.0 mm (approx. 0.060 – 0.110 in)
- Nozzle Pressure: 0.3 - 0.4 MPa (approx. 3 - 4 bar; 44 - 58 p.s.i.)
Airless Spray:
- Recommended Thinner: THINNER 91-92
- Volume Of Thinner: 5 - 10%, depending on required thickness and application conditions
- Nozzle Orifice: Approx. 0.48 mm (0.019 in)
- Nozzle Pressure: 15.0 MPa (approx. 150 bar; 2176 p.s.i.)
Brush/Roller:
- Thinner: THINNER 91-92
- Volume Of Thinner: 0 – 5%
Product Notes
| Information On Basic Physical And Chemical Properties | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PPG SigmaCover 256 Base | PPG SigmaCover 256 Hardener | |||||
| Form: | Liquid | Liquid | ||||
| Colour: | Various | Not available | ||||
| Odour: | Aromatic | Amine-like | ||||
| Odour Threshold: | Not available | Not available | ||||
| pH-value 20°C: | Insoluble in water. | Insoluble in water. | ||||
| Melting point/freezing point: | May start to solidify at the following temperature: <-7°C (<19.4°F) This is based on data for the following ingredient: 4-nonylphenol, branched. Weighted average: -90.56°C (-131°F) | May start to solidify at the following temperature: 12°C (53.6°F) This is based on data for the following ingredient: 3,6-diazaoctanethylenediamin. Weighted average: -84.56°C (-120.2°F) | ||||
| Initial boiling point and boiling range: | >37.78°C | >37.78°C | ||||
| Flash Point: | Closed cup: 34°C | Closed cup: 25°C | ||||
| Evaporation Rate: | Highest known value: 0.84 (ethylbenzene) Weighted average: 0.77compared with butyl acetate | Highest known value: 0.84 (ethylbenzene) Weighted average: 0.71compared with butyl acetate | ||||
| Flammability (solid, gas): | liquid | liquid | ||||
| Upper/lower flammability or : explosive limits: | Greatest known range: Lower: 1.48% Upper: 13.74% (1-methoxy-2-propanol)) | Greatest known range: Lower: 1.7% Upper: 10.9% (2-methylpropan-1-ol) | ||||
| Vapour pressure: | Highest known value: <1.6 kPa (<12 mm Hg) (at 20°C) (2-methylpropan-1-ol). Weighted average: 1.02 kPa (7.65 mm Hg) (at 20°C) | Highest known value: <1.6 kPa (<12 mm Hg) (at 20°C) (2-methylpropan-1-ol). Weighted average: 0.8 kPa (6 mm Hg) (at 20°C) | ||||
| Vapour Density: | Highest known value: 7.59 (Air = 1) (4-nonylphenol, branched). Weighted average: 3.74 (Air = 1) | Highest known value: 5.04 (Air = 1) (3,6-diazaoctanethylenediamin). Weighted average: 3.17 (Air = 1) | ||||
| Relative density: | 1.48 | 0.95 | ||||
| Solubility(ies): | Insoluble in the following materials: cold water | Insoluble in the following materials: cold water | ||||
| Partition coefficient: n-octanol/ water: | Not applicable | Not applicable | ||||
| Auto-ignition temperature: | 290°C | Flash point 430°C | ||||
| Decomposition temperature: | Stable under recommended storage and handling conditions | Stable under recommended storage and handling conditions | ||||
| Viscosity: | Kinematic (40°C): >0.21 cm² /s: 60 - 100 s (ISO 6mm) | Kinematic (room temperature): >4 cm² /s: Kinematic (40°C): >0.21 cm² /s | ||||
| Explosive properties: | The product itself is not explosive, but the formation of an explosible mixture of vapour or dust with air is possible. | The product itself is not explosive, but the formation of an explosible mixture of vapour or dust with air is possible. | ||||
| Oxidising properties: | Product does not present an oxidizing hazard | Product does not present an oxidizing hazard | ||||
Health & Safety
- This is a solvent-borne paint and care should be taken to avoid inhalation of spray mist or vapor, as well as contact between the wet paint and exposed skin or eyes.
- For further information please see the safety data sheets in the attachments section above.
Product Details
4788-779583
Data sheet
- Manufacturer
- PPG
- For Use By
- Professional Use
- For Use On
- Steel, Concrete, Galvanized Steel,
- Application Method
- Spray, Airless Spray, Brush, Roller
- Sheen
- Eggshell
- Colour
- Standard / Ready Mixed
- Single, Two or Three Pack
- Two-Pack
- Pack Size
- 4L, 20L
- Mixing Ratio
- Base To Hardener 82:18
- Dry to Handle (at 20°C)
- 6 hours
- Fully Cured (at 20°C)
- 4 days
- Pot Life (at 20°C)
- 8 hours
- Coverage
- 6.3 m²/l for 100 μm (253 ft²/US gal for 4.0 mils)
- Recommended Thinner/Cleaner
- THINNER 91-92
- Min. Application Temperature
- (-10°C)
- Density
- 1.4 kg/l (11.7 lb/US gal)
- Solids by Volume
- 63 ± 2%
- VOC
- Directive 1999/13/EC, SED: max. 245.0 g/kg - UK PG 6/23(92) Appendix 3: max. 338.0 g/l (approx. 2.8 lb/US gal)
- Shelf Life (from date of manufacture)
- Base: at least 24 months when stored cool and dry Hardener: at least 24 months when stored cool and dry
- Recommended Dry Film Thickness
- 75 - 150 μm (3.0 - 6.0 mils) depending on system
- UN Number
- UN1263
- Dry to Handle (at 10°C)
- 12 hours
- Pot Life (at 10°C)
- 16 hours
- Fully Cured (at 10°C)
- 6 days
- Pot Life
- 30°C (86°F) - 5 hours
- Pot Life
- 35°C (95°F) - 4 hours
- Pot Life
- 15°C (59°F) - 10 hours
- Base Type
- Solvent-Based
- Base Type
- Epoxy
- Suitable For Use On
- Concrete
- Suitable For Use On
- Steel
- Suitable For Use On
- Galvanised Steel
- Suitable For Use On
- Compatible Existing Coatings
- Finish
- Eggshell
- Application Method
- Brush
- Application Method
- Roller
- Application Method
- Spray
- Usages
- High Build
- Usages
- Flexible
- Usages
- Low Temperature
- Usages
- Atmospheric
- Usages
- Anti-Corrosive
- Usages
- Zinc Phosphate
- Product Usage Type
- Primer
- Product Range
- SigmaCover
- Colour Family
- Cream
- Colour Family
- Red
- Dry to Recoat (@ 20-25°C)
- 3 hours
- Categorised As
- Metal Paints > Low Temperature Primers
- Seasonal
- Cold Weather
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IMPORTANT SHIPPING & DELIVERY INFORMATION
PPG SigmaCover 256 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.
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