Protective SETFAST® ACRYLIC

& AISLE MARKING PAINT

Marine
Coatings TM2172
TM2173
WHITE
LEAD FREE YELLOW

Revised 10/10 1.35

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION RECOMMENDED USES

SETFAST ACRYLIC AISLE MARKING PAINT is a conventional
dry, industrial grade, water based acrylic product available in white
and lead free yellow. Designed for use on interior concrete or as-
phalt floors where markings are necessary to designate boundaries
of aisles, stalls, or storage areas.
• For use on interior cured asphalt and concrete floors in ware-
houses, factories, etc.
• To designate boundaries of aisles, stalls, or storage areas
• Suitable for use in USDA inspected facilities

• Fast Dry • Water clean up

• Low Odor • High visibility
• Low VOC • Resists dirt pick up

PRODUCT CHARACTERISTICS PERFORMANCE CHARACTERISTICS

Finish: Gloss • Ready to use

Color: White and Yellow • Excellent visibility

Volume Solids: 42% minimum • High gloss, bright colors
Weight Solids: 52% minimum
• Conventional air dry
VOC (EPA Method 24): <150 g/L; 1.25 lb/gal
• Nonflammable, less hazardous
Recommended Spreading Rate per coat:
• Special polymers for mar and scuff resistance and added hard-
Approximately 320 lineal feet (97 meters) of standard 4" ness
stripe per gallon
Wet mils (microns) 15.0 (375) • Good adhesion with minimal surface preparation
Dry mils (microns) 6.3 (158)
~Coverage sq ft/gal (m2/L) 110 (2.7) • Water based, low VOC, easy clean up
Theoretical coverage sq ft/gal
(m2/L) @ 1 mil / 25 microns dft 672 (16.5)
• Resists tire and skid marks
NOTE: Brush or roll application may require multiple coats to
achieve maximum film thickness and uniformity of appearance.
• Resists dirt pick up
Drying Schedule @ 15.0 mils wet (375 microns):
@ 77oF/25oC
50% RH
To touch: 45 minutes
Light traffic: 1-2 hours
Heavy traffic: 12-24 hours
Full service: 2-3 days
Drying time is temperature, humidity, and film thickness dependent.

Shelf Life: 24 months, unopened

Store indoors at 40°F (4.5°C) to
100°F (38°C)
Flash Point: >201°F (94°C), PMCC, mixed
Reducer: Not recommended
Clean Up: Water

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Coatings TM2172
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WHITE
LEAD FREE YELLOW

PRODUCT INFORMATION 1.35

RECOMMENDED SYSTEMS SURFACE PREPARATION

Dry Film Thickness / ct.
Mils (Microns Surface must be clean, dry, and in sound condition. Remove all
oil, dust, grease, dirt, loose rust, and other foreign material to
Concrete: ensure adequate adhesion.
1-2 cts. Setfast Acrylic Aisle Marking Paint
@ 5.0 mils (125 microns) dft, 15 mils (375 microns) Refer to product Application Bulletin for detailed surface prepara-
wet, approximately 320 lineal feet (97 meters) of stan- tion information.
dard 4" stripe per gallon
Minimum recommended surface preparation:
Concrete: Cured, clean, dry, sound
The systems listed above are representative of the product's use,
other systems may be appropriate. SSPC-SP13/NACE 6 or ICRI No. 310.2, CSP 1-3

Surface Preparation Standards

Condition of ISO 8501-1 Swedish Std.
Surface BS7079:A1 SIS055900 SSPC NACE
White Metal Sa 3 Sa 3 SP 5 1
Near White Metal Sa 2.5 Sa 2.5 SP 10 2
Commercial Blast Sa 2 Sa 2 SP 6 3
Brush-Off Blast Sa 1 Sa 1 SP 7 4
Hand Tool Cleaning Rusted
Pitted & Rusted
C St 2
D St 2
C St 2
D St 2
SP 2
SP 2
-
-
Power Tool Cleaning Rusted
Pitted & Rusted
C St 3
D St 3
C St 3
D St 3
SP 3
SP 3
-
-

TINTING
Do not tint.

APPLICATION CONDITIONS
Temperature: 50°F (10°C) minimum, 110°F (43°C)
maximum
(air, surface, and material)
At least 5°F (2.8°C) above dew point
Relative humidity: 85% maximum

Refer to product Application Bulletin for detailed application information.

ORDERING INFORMATION
Packaging: 5 gallon (18.9L) containers
Weight: White: 10.21 ± 0.2 lb/gl 1.2 kg/L
Yellow: 9.74 ± 0.2 lb/gl 1.15 kg/L

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Refer to the MSDS sheet before use.

Published technical data and instructions are subject to change without notice.
Contact your Sherwin-Williams representative for additional technical data and
instructions.

DISCLAIMER
The information and recommendations set forth in this Product Data Sheet are
based upon tests conducted by or on behalf of The Sherwin-Williams Company.
Such information and recommendations set forth herein are subject to change and
pertain to the product offered at the time of publication. Consult your Sherwin-
Williams representative to obtain the most recent Product Data Information and
Application Bulletin.
WARRANTY
The Sherwin-Williams Company warrants our products to be free of manufactur-
ing defects in accord with applicable Sherwin-Williams quality control procedures.
Liability for products proven defective, if any, is limited to replacement of the defec-
tive product or the refund of the purchase price paid for the defective product as
determined by Sherwin-Williams. NO OTHER WARRANTY OR GUARANTEE
OF ANY KIND IS MADE BY SHERWIN-WILLIAMS, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED,
STATUTORY, BY OPERATION OF LAW OR OTHERWISE, INCLUDING MER-
CHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.

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Marine
Coatings TM2172
TM2173
WHITE
LEAD FREE YELLOW

Revised 10/10 APPLICATION BULLETIN 1.35

SURFACE PREPARATIONS APPLICATION CONDITIONS

Temperature: 50°F (10°C) minimum, 110°F (43°C)
Surface must be clean, dry, and in sound condition. Remove all maximum
oil, dust, grease, dirt, loose rust, and other foreign material to (air, surface, and material)
ensure adequate adhesion. At least 5°F (2.8°C) above dew point
Interior Concrete and Cement Floors Relative humidity: 85% maximum
For surface preparation, refer to SSPC-SP13/NACE 6 or ICRI
No. 310.2, CSP 1-3. All surfaces must be cured according to the
supplier’s recommendations. Remove all form release and curing
APPLICATION EQUIPMENT
agents by sandblasting, shot blasting, mechanical scarification,
or suitable chemical means. Patch holes or cracks with an ap- The following is a guide. Changes in pressures and tip sizes may
propriate filler. be needed for proper spray characteristics. Always purge spray
Moisture—(Reference ASTM D4263) Concrete must be free of equipment before use with listed reducer. Any reduction must be
moisture as much as possible (moisture seldom drops below 15% compliant with existing VOC regulations and compatible with the
in concrete). Test for moisture or dampness by taping the 4 edges existing environmental and application conditions.
of an 18 inch by 18 inch plastic sheet (4 mils / 100 microns thick)
on the bare surface (an asphalt tile or other moisture impervious Reducer ...........................Not recommended
material will also do), sealing all of the edges. After a minimum of
16 hours, inspect for moisture, discoloration, or condensation on
Clean Up ..........................Water
the concrete or the underside of the plastic. If moisture is pres-
ent, the source must be located and the cause corrected prior to
painting. Airless Spray Line Striping Equipment
Any area saturated with grease or oil should be covered with dry Pressure.........................1500-2500 psi
sand or grease absorbing powder and allowed to sit overnight. Hose...............................1/4" ID
Sweep up sand or powder. Scrub the surface using warm water Tip ...................................015" - .019"
and a powdered commercial cleaner or a degreasing cleaner. Rinse Filter ...............................60 mesh
well with clean water. Repeat if oil and grease are not completely
removed. Bare concrete should be etched. New concrete should Conventional Spray Line Striping Equipment
not be etched for at least 30 days. Rinse thoroughly. Neutralize Gun ................................Binks 21 (Bleeder)
any acid left on the surface with a solution of one gallon of warm Fluid Nozzle ...................#68
water and ½ cup of powdered commercial cleaner. Rinse and al- Air Nozzle.......................Internal mix, #709
low to dry thoroughly.
Atomization Pressure .....20 - 80 psi
Because water will collect in low spots and deposit etch-
ing and cleaning residue, it is recommended that the floor be Fluid Pressure ................30 - 60 psi
vacuumed to remove any remaining water.
Brush
Interior Asphalt Brush..............................Nylon / Polyester
New asphalt surfaces should ideally be allowed to age several
months before striping. Latex paint will not bleed on most asphalt Roller
surfaces; however, shrinkage of the paint film during curing can Cover .............................3/8" woven solvent resistant core
cause new asphalt to lift or crack. Exceeding the recommended
film thickness will increase the tendency to cause asphalt lifting. NOTE: Fluid and atomization pressures are dependent on environ-
Placing an inconspicuous test stripe to determine if a new asphalt mental conditions. Use the lowest pressures necessary to achieve
surface has cured sufficiently to paint is recommended. a "flat line".
If it is necessary to paint new asphalt surfaces, do not exceed an
application rate of 8 mils (200 microns) wet, 4 mils (100 microns) If the striping machine is also used for solvent based paint, care
dft, approximately 200 sq ft/gal (4.9 m2/L). Special care should must be taken to avoid solvent contamination.
be given to laps and edges of stencils to prevent excessive film
thickness.
Surface Preparation Standards
Condition of ISO 8501-1 Swedish Std. If specific application equipment is not listed above, equivalent
Surface BS7079:A1 SIS055900 SSPC NACE
White Metal Sa 3 Sa 3 SP 5 1 equipment may be substituted.
Near White Metal Sa 2.5 Sa 2.5 SP 10 2
Commercial Blast Sa 2 Sa 2 SP 6 3
Brush-Off Blast Sa 1 Sa 1 SP 7 4
Hand Tool Cleaning Rusted
Pitted & Rusted
C St 2
D St 2
C St 2
D St 2
SP 2
SP 2
-
-
Power Tool Cleaning Rusted
Pitted & Rusted
C St 3
D St 3
C St 3
D St 3
SP 3
SP 3
-
-

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TM2173
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LEAD FREE YELLOW

APPLICATION BULLETIN 1.35

APPLICATION PROCEDURES PERFORMANCE TIPS

Surface preparation must be completed as indicated. Spreading rates are calculated on volume solids and do not include
an application loss factor due to surface profile, roughness or po-
Mixing Instructions: Mix paint thoroughly to a uniform consistency rosity of the surface, skill and technique of the applicator, method
with low speed power agitation prior to use. of application, various surface irregularities, material lost during
mixing, spillage, overthinning, climatic conditions, and excessive
Apply paint at the recommended film thickness and spreading film build.
rate as indicated below:

Recommended Spreading Rate per coat: No reduction of material is recommended as it can affect film build,
appearance, and adhesion.
Approximately 320 lineal feet (97 meters) of standard 4"
stripe per gallon In order to avoid blockage of spray equipment, clean equipment
Wet mils (microns) 15.0 (375) before use or before periods of extended downtime.
Dry mils (microns) 6.3 (158)
~Coverage sq ft/gal (m2/L) 110 (2.7) Check adhesion by applying a test strip to determine the readiness
Theoretical coverage sq ft/gal for painting.
(m2/L) @ 1 mil / 25 microns dft 672 (16.5)
NOTE: Brush or roll application may require multiple coats to Do not paint on wet surfaces.
achieve maximum film thickness and uniformity of appearance.

Drying Schedule @ 15.0 mils wet (375 microns): Do not paint when the relative humidity is above 85%.
o o
@ 77 F/25 C
Do not paint when the temperature is below 50°F (10°C).
50% RH
To touch: 45 minutes
Cool, damp conditions will prolong the drying time.
Light traffic: 1-2 hours
Heavy traffic: 12-24 hours
Painted surfaces can become slippery when wet. This aisle mark-
Full service: 2-3 days
Drying time is temperature, humidity, and film thickness dependent. ing paint is not intended to be used to paint large areas subject to
pedestrian traffic.

Application of coating above maximum or below minimum

recommended spreading rate may adversely affect coating
performance.

Refer to Product Information sheet for additional performance

characteristics and properties.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
CLEAN UP INSTRUCTIONS Refer to the MSDS sheet before use.

Clean spills and spatters immediately with soap and warm water.
Clean hands and tools immediately after use with soap and warm
water. After cleaning, flush spray equipment with Mineral Spirits
to prevent rusting of the equipment. Follow manufacturer's safety
recommendations when using Mineral Spirits.
DISCLAIMER
The information and recommendations set forth in this Product Data Sheet are
based upon tests conducted by or on behalf of The Sherwin-Williams Company.
Such information and recommendations set forth herein are subject to change and
pertain to the product offered at the time of publication. Consult your Sherwin-
Williams representative to obtain the most recent Product Data Information and
Application Bulletin.
Published technical data and instructions are subject to change without notice.
Contact your Sherwin-Williams representative for additional technical data and
instructions.
WARRANTY
The Sherwin-Williams Company warrants our products to be free of manufacturing
defects in accord with applicable Sherwin-Williams quality control procedures.
Liability for products proven defective, if any, is limited to replacement of the de-
fective product or the refund of the purchase price paid for the defective product
as determined by Sherwin-Williams. NO OTHER WARRANTY OR GUARANTEE
OF ANY KIND IS MADE BY SHERWIN-WILLIAMS, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED,
STATUTORY, BY OPERATION OF LAW OR OTHERWISE, INCLUDING MER-
CHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.

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