International Intersmooth 360 SPC is a high performance, TBT free, self polishing copolymer (SPC) antifouling system with patented copper acrylate technology.

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• Features & Benefits
• Product Information
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• Overcoating Data
• Regulatory Data
• Certification
• SystemsCompatibility
• Surface Preparations
• Application
• Safety
• Limitations

Features & Benefits

• Specifically designed for coastal vessels
• For use at maintenance & repair
• Controlled polishing rate and continuous biocide release
• Self-smoothing in service
• Up to 36 months in-service periods

Product Information

Colour

• BEA361-Black
• BEA369-Dark Red
• BEA387-Brown

Finish/Sheen

• n/a

Volume Solids

• 40% ±2% (ISO 3233:1998)

Typical Film Thickness

• Range: 70 - 140 microns dry (175 - 350 microns wet) may be specified depending upon end use.

Theoretical Coverage

• Range: 5.7 - 2.9 m²/litre at 70 - 140 microns dft, allow appropriate loss factors

Method of Application

• Airless Spray, Brush, Roller

Flash Point (Typical)

• Single pack 22°C (Product produced and supplied in North America has a flashpoint of 21°C due to locally sourced solvents. There is no detrimental effect on product performance.)

Shelf Life

• 6 months for black (BEA361)
• 12 months for all other colours
• Subject to reinspection thereafter
• Store in dry, shaded conditions away from sources of heat and ignition

Drying Information

Overcoating Data

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Note: The overcoating data above for Interbond 201 applies to the Low Temperature version only.

Regulatory Data

VOC

• 518 g/lt as supplied (EPA Method 24)
• 343 g/kg of liquid paint as supplied. EU Solvent Emissions Directive (Council Directive 1999/13/EC)

Note: VOC values are typical and are provided for guidance purposes only. These may be subject to variation depending on factors such as differences in colour and normal manufacturing tolerances.

Certification

When used as part of an approved scheme, this material has the following certification:

Product recognised by the following classification societies as compliant with the International Convention on the Control of Harmful Anti-fouling Systems on Ships, 2001 (AFS 2001):

• Lloyds Register
• DNV GL
• Bureau Veritas

Systems Compatibility

Consult our technical team on 0113 2455450 (option 2) or send a message to [email protected] for the system best suited for the surfaces to be protected.

Surface Preparations

Use in accordance with the standard Worldwide Marine Specifications.

All surfaces to be coated should be clean, dry and free from contamination

High pressure fresh water wash or fresh water wash, as appropriate, and remove all oil or grease, soluble contaminants and other foreign matter in accordance with SSPC-SP1 solvent cleaning.

Major Refurbisment

• Intersmooth 360 SPC should always be applied over a recommended primer coating scheme.
• The primer surface should be dry and free from all contamination, and Intersmooth 360 SPC must be applied within the overcoating intervals specified (consult the relevant product data sheet).Areas of breakdown, damage etc., should be prepared to the specified standard (e.g. Sa2½ (ISO 8501-1:2007) and primed prior to the application of Intersmooth 360 SPC

Repair

Application of Intersmooth 360 SPC over self:

• Clean the entire area with close high pressure fresh water washing using a fan-jet lance held close to the surface (3,000 p.s.i., 211 kg/cm²) as soon as the vessel enters dock and before it dries out.
• Consult International Paint for alternative methods of surface preparation
• Repair corroded areas with the recommended anticorrosive primer system and apply Intersmooth 360 SPC within the overcoating interval specified for the primer (consult relevant primer data sheets).

Application of Intersmooth 360 SPC over International Paint TBT-Free, International Paint Intersmooth SPC or competitors antifoulings: Consult our technical team on 0113 2455450 (option 2) or send a message to [email protected]

Application

Mixing

• This material is a one pack coating.
• Always mix thoroughly with a power agitator before application

Thinner

• Not recommended
• Use International GTA007 only in exceptional circumstances (max 5% by volume)
• Do not thin more than allowed by local environmental legislation.

Airless Spray

• Recommended
• Tip Range 0.46-0.66 mm (18-26 thou)
• Total output fluid pressure at spray tip not less than 211 kg/cm² (3000 p.s.i.)

Conventional Spray

• Application by conventional spray is not recommended

Brush/Roller

• Application by brush is recommended for small areas only. Multiple coats may be required to achieve specified film thickness.

Cleaner

• International GTA007

Work Stoppages and Cleanup

• Thoroughly flush all equipment with GTA007. All unused material should be stored in tightly closed containers. Partially filled containers may show surface skinning and/or a viscosity increase of the material after storage. Material should be filtered prior to use.

Welding

• In the event welding or flame cutting is performed on metal coated with this product, dust and fumes will be emitted which will require the use of appropriate personal protective equipment and adequate local exhaust ventilation.

Safety

All work involving the application and use of this product should be performed in compliance with all relevant national Health, Safety & Environmental standards and regulations.

Prior to use, obtain, consult and follow the Material Safety Data Sheet for this product concerning health and safety information. Read and follow all precautionary notices on the Material Safety Data Sheet and container labels. If you do not fully understand these warnings and instructions or if you can not strictly comply with them, do not use this product.

Proper ventilation and protective measures must be provided during application and drying to keep solvent vapour concentrations within safe limits and to protect against toxic or oxygen deficient hazards. Take precautions to avoid skin and eye contact (ie. gloves, goggles, face masks, barrier creams etc.) Actual safety measures are dependant on application methods and work environment.

Limitations

Coating lifetime is directly proportional to thickness applied. Performance of the product is dependent upon the specified film thickness being achieved.

On immersion, Intersmooth 360 SPC will exhibit a slight colour change

Overcoating information is given for guidance only and is subject to regional variation depending upon local climate and environmental conditions.

Apply in good weather.

Temperature of the surface to be coated must be at least 3°C above the dew point. For optimum application properties bring the material to 21-27°C, unless specifically instructed otherwise, prior to mixing and application.

Unmixed material (in closed containers) should be maintained in protected storage in accordance with information given in the STORAGE Section of this data sheet

Technical and application data herein is for the purpose of establishing a general guideline of the coating application procedures. Test performance results were obtained in a controlled laboratory environment and International Paint makes no claim that the exhibited published test results, or any other tests, accurately represent results found in all field environments.

As application, environmental and design factors can vary significantly, due care should be exercised in the selection, verification of performance and use of the coating.