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Product Specification Sheet:

Tinorethane Anti-Rust Primers

Exterior & Interior
Curing agent: Hardener 31
Aliphatic polyurethane high performance anti-rust primers with excellent corrosion
resistance

Zinc Phosphate Grey Nr. 15313

Zinc Chromate Yellow Nr. 15310
Zinc Chromate Red Nr. 15312

CHARACTERISTICS
A two-pack cold cured aliphatic polyurethane solvent-based anti-rust primer incorporating effective rust
inhibiting pigments to protect ferrous surfaces against weather & chemical corrosion in severe coastal, urban
and polluted industrial environments and surfaces to be immersed.
Tinorethane Anti-Rust Primers provide excellent intercoat adhesion which is of major importance for
maintenance works, and adhesion to steel & galvanized metal, as well as to previously applied coatings of
epoxy, PU, acrylic & chlorinated rubber based coatings.
They show good resistance to chemicals, oils and greases (mineral and vegetable), fresh and sea water,
alcohol, solvents, detergent solutions, hydraulic fluids, machine coolants etc... & are formulated with enough
flexibility to withstand application temperatures in cold storage areas.

TECHNICAL DATA
Polyurethane (polyacrylate & aliphatic polyisocyanate & rust inhibiting pigments) complying with the technical
requirements of ISO 12944-5 “corrosion protection of steel structures by protective paint systems” in
atmospheric corrosivity – categories C5-M & C5-I and immersion calegories Im1, Im2 & Im3.

Tinorethane Anti-Rust Primer–Zinc Chromate, Nr.15312 & Nr. 15310 incorporates zinc chromate anti-corrosive
pigments.
Tinorethane Anti-Rust Primer – Zinc Phosphate, Nr.15313 incorporates zinc phosphate anti-corrosive
pigments.

COMPOSITION (Material Analysis of Standard Zinc Chromate Zinc Phosphate Nr.15313

Base component cross linked with Nr.15312 / 15310
Hardener 31):

Total solids, by volume ISO 3233 58% 60%

Total solids, by weight ASTM D2369 75% 76%
Non-volatile vehicle (resins), by weight ASTM 25% 25%
D3723/D2369
Total pigments, by weight ASTM D2369 50% 51%
Main pigments: -
Zinc chromate (of pigments), by 41%
weight 41%
Zinc phosphate (of pigments), by
weight
Density (Pyknometer) mixed product ASTM D1475 1.47 Kg/l 1.48 Kg/l

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Mixing ratio: by volume - 9.78 parts to 1 9.63 parts to
Base component to Curing Hardener part 1 part
Nr.
31

Physical properties:

Tests Standard Result

Consistency ASTM D562 > 80 KU
Absorption DIN 53230 No absorption
Hardness, pencil Hardness ASTM 3363 >4H
Fineness of grind ASTM D1210 > 4 Hegman
Pot life at 23°C ISO 9514:2005 60 minutes
Drying Time at 23°C & 65% r.h.
Hard dry ASTM D1640 8 hours
Full cure 7 days
Hiding power, Contrast ratio at 175µm ASTM D2805 0.98 for Red
0.94 for Grey
Gloss @ 60° ASTM 523 14.50 – 16.00
Adhesion, Adhesion tester ASTM D4541 Passed force exceeding 400 psi
ISO 2409 0 – No peeling
Top coat Adhesion ASTM D 3359 > 4B
Tinorethane Paint coat
Flexibility (mandrel bending test, 6.35 mm) ISO 1519 Passed
ASTM D522 No cracking or loss of adhesion
Corrosion Resistance ASTM D5894 Rust rating > 9 compared to SSPC-
vis2
Heat resistance (temp. tolerance) -10°C to +160°C thermal stability
Fire behaviour classification DIN 4102 Class B1fire retardant
Accelerated Aging (30 days @ 50°C) ASTM D1849 No coalgulation or setting meeting the
working properties

RECOMMENDED USES
On exterior and interior metals & hot-dip-galvanized metals in marine, urban & industrial environments,
chemical plants, petroleum refineries, power plants, water purification plants, storage tanks, structural steel,
marine installations, ships & buoys, interior & exterior sides of water & gas pipe linings & reservoirs, sewage
disposal plants, cooling basins, cold storage areas, flood channels & ducts, fertilizer factories, pipelines,
machinery, bridges, pylons, chimneys, etc… and surfaces to be immersed.
Tinorethane Anti-Rust Primer – Zinc Phosphate Nr. 15313 is recommended for application as a general
purpose anti-rust primer in public places and on surfaces to be submerged in fresh or saline water.

SURFACE PREPARATION
Surfaces must be solid clean and dry, free from rust oil, greases, salt, dirt, and other contaminants.

Treatment of steel surfaces:

Rust, mill scale and all deteriorated previous coatings should be removed. Best results are obtained by
abrasive blasting to International Standards (Sa 2½). If oxidation occurs between the time of sand blasting
and priming, the surface should be reblasted and cleaned to the specified standard.
Mechanical cleaning and thorough wire brushing followed by washing is often sufficient for normal exposure
in low environment corrosivity and for low durability period.
Hot-dip-galvanized surfaces need pre-treatment and should be free from contaminants, zinc corrosion or
oxidation products (white rust) zinc ash or salts. Weathered surfaces could be washed with water containing
detergents, followed by thorough cleaning with hot water preferably pressurized water). Unweathered
surfaces should be treated by sweep blasting using a non-metallic abrasive to clean and roughen the surface.

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Alternatively, the use of wash priming with TINOPRIME ACTIVATOR 7 followed by washing with hot water
(preferably pressurized water) is usually suitable. Spot prime welded areas, scratches & cuts with TINOPOXY
ZINC RICH PRIMER Nr. 15400 at 60-80µm d.f.t.

Treatment of previously painted surfaces:

If surfaces are heavily rusted, or the existing paint is flaking, blistered, cracking or heavily chalking, it should
be completely removed by sand blasting, flame spraying, paint removers, mechanical tools or sweep blasting
for galvanized surfaces.
For maintenance painting, remove rust spots and clean properly. Water/detergent jet followed by clean water
jet are usually adequate for cleaning.

MIXING
Pour contents of Base Component into a larger container, add its HARDENER 31 (supplied with each type)
and stir properly till a homogeneous mix is attained.
Mixture remains usable for about 1 hour at 23°C and 65% R.H. Higher temperatures reduce the pot life.

THINNING
Use TINOSOLVE 1001 by about 20% for brush/ roller application.
For spraying with a quicker drying solvent, use TINOSOLVE 1003 or 1020 at about 20% for conventional
spraying and about 10% for airless spraying.

APPLICATION
As per Code of Practice. Prepare surface as directed above.
Mix, thin & apply by brush, roller or spray gun (preferably airless spray).
Avoid application on hot surfaces in sunny days or on moist surfaces.
As recommended by ISO 12944-5 application is usually carried out on carbon steel at a rate of 80µm d.f.t. to
give adequate rust protection. Stripe coats are recommended on edges & peaks.
60µm d.f.t. is adequate for hot-dip-galvanized surfaces for low durability period in atmospheric corrosivity
category C5 & for medium durability period in category C4. 80 µm d.f.t. is specified for high durability in
category C4 and for medium & high durability in category C5-M & C5-I.
TINORETHANE TINTED PRIMER/UNDERCOAT Series 21400 could be used as an intermediate coating.
Top coat with TINORETHANE PAINTS series 11500 /17500 /19000 /9000. TINOCHLORYLIC (Acrylic / CR) &
TINOMARINE (CR) PAINTS could also be used as protective top coats.
Immediately after use, clean tools and equipment with solvent.
Painting systems are available separately for various applications and corrosivity environments.

CONDITION OF APPLICATION
Can be applied at surface temperatures from 5°C. Apply only to surfaces with temperatures at least 5°C
above the dew point. This product may be applied optimally at relative humidity ranging from 30% to 65%.
Good ventilation is necessary. The product should not be exposed to mechanical stress until fully cured.

APPLICATION EQUIPMENT
Brush Recommended for coating small areas

Roller Typical phenolic core rollers should be used

Conventional spray Pressure pot equipped with dual regulators, 3/8" I.D. Minimum material
hose, .070" I.D.50" fluid tip and appropriate air cap.

Airless Spray Pressure at nozzle 2100 - 3000 psi

Nozzle tip 0.017"- 0.025"

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DRYING & RECOATING TIME
At temperature of 23°C & 65% R.H., a coated film of 120µm w.f.t.
- Dries to touch in about 1 hour - Dries to recoat overnight. - Dries to handle in about 24 hrs.
Optimum curing is usually reached after about 6 days.
Top coating or recoating could be carried out after drying or can be delayed, as Tinorethane primers &
paints have good intercoat adhesion.

GLOSS
Eggshell finish.

COVERAGE
Depends on film thickness required. Contents of one gallon of Zinc Phosphate Base Component Nr. 15313 +
its Hardener 31 = 4.178 L. cover 63 sq.m. at 40µm d.f.t., and of Zinc Chromate Base Nr. 15310 & 15312 + its
Hardener 31 = 4.172 L. cover 60 sq.m. at 40 µm d.f.t.

PACKING
Into standard tin containers of:
● 1 US gallon = 3.78 L e ● 1 US quart = 0.94 L e ● 5 US gallons pail =18.9 L e (on request).
Each container is supplied with its appropriate pack of HARDENER.

WARRANTY
TINOL products are warranted to be free of material and manufacturing defects, and to give the performance
required of good quality coatings of International Standards, when properly applied in accordance with the
written directions and the Code of Practice.
If any product proves to contain material or manufacturing defects that substantially affect its performance, it
will be either replaced free of charge or purchase price will be reimbursed. Other liabilities or claims for any
consequential loss or damage are disclaimed.

DISCLAIMER
The information in this document is given to the best of Tinol’s knowledge, based on laboratory testing and
practical experience. Tinol’s products are considered as finished goods and as such, products are often used
under conditions beyond Tinol’s control. Tinol cannot guarantee anything but the quality of the product itself.
Minor product variations may be implemented in order to comply with local requirements. Tinol reserves the
right to change the given data without further notice.
Users should always consult Tinol for specific guidance on the general suitability of this product for their
needs and specific application practices.

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