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Simacover EP Unicoat 2401-00 PDF
Simacover EP Unicoat 2401-00 PDF
Simacover EP Unicoat 2401-00 PDF
Data Sheet
SIMACOVER EP UNICOAT
2401 - 00
A - three page issue January 2008
DESCRIPTION
Two component surface tolerant high solids polyamine cured modified epoxy primer /
coating.
PRINCIPAL CHARACTERISTICS
- Self priming surface tolerant to lower grades of steel preparation for atmospheric
exposure
- Particularly well suited as maintenance coating for steel structures
- Excellent corrosion resistance
- Resistance to splash of a wide range of chemicals
- Good flexibility and abrasion resistance
- Compatible with various aged coatings
- Good recoat ability with epoxy-, polyurethane – and most chlorinated rubber-, alkyd-
and acrylic paints
- When exposed to sunlight some discoloration may occur
- Good curing at temperature down to -5°C
RECOMMENDED USE
Special for maintenance coating with the minimum surface preparation when blasting are
not permitted because of structure, health and safety reason.
SPECIFICATION DATA AT 20°°C
Gloss Semi gloss
Colour Grey, green, red brown, black (other colour on request)
Specific gravity 1.40 + 0.10 kg / litre
Solids by volume 82 + 2 %
Recommended Dry film thickness : 75 - 150 microns (depending on system and application method)
Wet film thickness : 91.5 – 182.9 microns
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Coverage theoretical 10.9 m / litre – 75 microns, 5.46 m / litre – 150 microns
Drying time Temperature Touch dry Hard dry
26°C 6 hours 24 hours
32°C 5 hours 20 hours
36°C 4 hours 12 hours
40°C 3 hours 8 hours
Full cure 7days
Painting interval Min : 8 hours; max : see tables
VOC Max. 190 g/litre
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Flash point (DIN 53213) Base 31 C, hardener 45 C
Pot life 4 hours (after mixing the components)
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Service temperature Continuous : 120 C; Periodic : up to 150°C
Shelf life 12 months (cool and dry place)
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Data Sheet
SIMACOVER EP UNICOAT
2401 - 00
A - three page issue January 2008
SURFACE PREPARATION
- Steel; blast cleaned to SSPC-SP 10 for excellent corrosion protection
- Steel; power tool cleaned to SSPC-SP 2 or blast cleaned to SSPC-SP 6 for good
corrosion protection
- Existing sound epoxy coating systems and most sound alkyd coating system;
sufficiently roughened, dry and cleaned
CONDITION OF APPLICATION
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Temperature: minimum 5 C; maximum 50 C
Relative humidity: maximum 85%
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Substrate temperature should be at least 3 C above dew point.
Adequate ventilation must be maintained during application and curing
SYSTEM SPECIFICATION
Suitable top coat : SIMATHANE GLOSS
INSTRUCTION FOR USE
Mixing ratio by weight; base : hardener = 3 : 1
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- The temperature of the mixture of base and hardener should be above 15 C, otherwise
extra solvent may be required to obtain application viscosity.
- To much solvent results in lower sag resistance and slower cure
- Thinner should be added after mixing the components
- Stir well before use, preferable by mechanical mixer to ensure good homogeneity.
APPLICATION DETAILS
Method of application Airless spray Air spray Brush
Thinner No. 44-00 44-00 44-00
Volume of thinner 0-5% 5-10% 0 - 5%
Nozzle orifice 0.48-0.53 mm (0.019–0.021 inch) 1.8 – 2.0 mm -
Nozzle pressure 15 Mpa (150 Bar / 2100 psi) 0.3 – 0.4 Mpa (3-4Bar;43 -
- 57psi)
Cleaning solvent Sima Thinner 49-00 (flash point
30°C)
ADDITIONAL DATA
Film thickness and spreading rate
2
Theoretical spreading rate m /l 10.9 5.46
DFT in microns metre 75 150
Min DFT for closed film with airless spray : 80 microns
Max. DFT when brushing : 100 microns
Over coating table for most epoxy and polyurethane paints
Substrate 5°C 10°C 20°C 32°C 40°C
Temperature
Min. interval 48 hours 24 hours 16 hours 8 hours 6 hours
Max. interval 9 months 9 months 4 months 2 months 1 month
Surface should be dry and free from any contamination
* For polyurethane paint the minimum over coating time should be raised by 50%
Jl. Lanbouw 1, Jagorawi-Cibinong Bogor, INDONESIA ; 021-8756310-11, 8753043 ; F : 021-8753042 ; www.sigmautama.com ; cs@sigmautama.com
Product
Data Sheet
SIMACOVER EP UNICOAT
2401 - 00
A - three page issue January 2008
Over coating table for chlorinated rubber-, vinyl-, and alkyd paints :
SAFETY PRECAUTION
- Avoid contact with the skin and eyes. Wear suitable protective clothing such as overalls,
goggles, dust mask and gloves.
- Ensure that there is adequate ventilation in the area where the product is being applied.
Do not breathe the vapour or spray.
- This product is flammable. Keep away from sources of ignition. Do not smoke.
HEALTH AND SAFETY: For detailed information on the health and safety hazards and precaution for use of this
product, please see the MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET.
Jl. Lanbouw 1, Jagorawi-Cibinong Bogor, INDONESIA ; 021-8756310-11, 8753043 ; F : 021-8753042 ; www.sigmautama.com ; cs@sigmautama.com