Penguard FC

Product description

Penguard FC is a high build, two component polyamide cured epoxy coating. This product is tintable in a wide range of colours in Jotuns Multicolour Industry system.

Recommended use

Penguard FC is an epoxy finish coat to be used when cosmetic appearance of an epoxy finish is acceptable. It can also be used as an anti corrosive primer in mild to medium environment for steel and concrete above water areas or as an intermediate coat in more corrosive environment.

Film thickness and spreading rate

                                                                                          Minimum                  Maximum                      Typical

Film thickness, dry (µm)                                                 80                               200                               100

Film thickness, wet (µm)                                               130                              320                               160

Theoretical spreading rate (m²/l)                                 7,8                                3,1                                 6,2

Comments

For application below typical film thickness, 160 microns WFT, up to 5% thinning may be needed to obtain proper flow and film forming.

Physical properties

Colour Selected colours over Multicolour tinting system (MCI)

Solids (vol %)* 62 ± 2

Flash point 28ºC ± 2 (Setaflash)

VOC 310 gms/ltr UK-PG6/23(97). Appendix 3

Gloss Semigloss

Gloss retention Fair

Water resistance Very good

Abrasion resistance Very good

Solvent resistance Very good

Chemical resistance Very good

Flexibility Good

*Measured according to ISO 3233:1998 (E)

Surface preparation

All surfaces should be clean, dry and free from contamination. The surface should be assessed and treated in accordance with ISO 8504.

Bare steel

Cleanliness: Blast cleaning to Sa 2½ (ISO 8501-1:2007). Roughness: using abrasives suitable to achieve grade Fine to Medium G (30-85 µm, Ry5) (ISO 8503-2)

Shopprimed steel

Clean, dry and undamaged approved shopprimer.

Coated surfaces

Clean, dry and undamaged compatible primer. Contact your local Jotun office for more information.

Other surfaces

For aluminium and galvanized surface; degreasing, light abrading or sand sweeping.

The coating may be used on other substrates. Please contact your local Jotun office for more information.

Condition during application

The temperature of the substrate should be minimum 0°C and minimum 3°C above the dew point of the air. The temperature and the relative humidity should be measured in the vicinity of the substrate. Good ventilation is usually required in confined areas to ensure proper drying. With forced ventilation, avoid heated air at first as this may cause surface drying and solvent entrapment. The coating should not be exposed to oil, chemicals or mechanical stress until fully cured.

Application methods

Spray Use airless spray

Brush Recommended for stripe coating and small areas, care must be taken to achieve the specified dry film thickness.

Roller Use a suitable roller. However when using roller application care must be taken to apply sufficient material in order to achieve the specified dry film thickness.

Application data

Mixing ratio (volume) 4:1

Mixing 4 parts Comp. A (base) to be mixed thoroughly with 1 part Comp. B (curing agent) 15 minutes prior to use.

Pot life (23°C) 2 hours. (Reduced at higher temp.)

Thinner/Cleaner Jotun Thinner No. 17

Guiding data airless spray

Pressure at nozzle 15 MPa (150 kp/cm², 2100 psi.)

Nozzle tip 0.46 - 0.69 mm (0.018-0.027")

Spray angle 40 - 80°

Filter Check to ensure that filters are clean.

Drying time

Drying times are generally related to air circulation, temperature, film thickness and number of coats, and will be affected correspondingly. The figures given in the table are typical with:

• Good ventilation (Outdoor exposure or free circulation of air)

• Typical film thickness

• One coat on top of inert substrate

1. Provided the surface is free from chalking and other contamination prior to application, there is normally no overcoating time limit. If the coating has been exposed to direct sunlight for some time, special attention must be paid to surface cleaning and mattening/removal of the surface layer in order to obtain good adhesion.

The given data must be considered as guidelines only. The actual drying time/times before recoating may be shorter or longer, depending on film thickness, ventilation, humidity, underlying paint system, requirement for early handling and mechanical strength etc. A complete system can be described on a system sheet, where all parameters and special conditions could be included.

Typical paint system

Penguard FC can be applied direct to metal or over a wide range of primers including:

Other systems may be specified, depending on area of use

Storage

The product must be stored in accordance with national regulations. Storage conditions are to keep the containers in a dry, cool, well ventilated space and away from source of heat and ignition. Containers must be kept tightly closed.

Handling

Handle with care. Stir well before use.

Packing size

16 litres Comp. A (base) in a 20 litre container and 4 litres Comp. B (curing agent) in a 5 litre container or

4 litres Comp. A (base) in a 5 litre container and 1 litre Comp. B (curing agent) in a 1 litre container

Health and safety

Please observe the precautionary notices displayed on the container. Use under well ventilated conditions. Do not breathe or inhale mist. Avoid skin contact. Spillage on the skin should immediately be removed with suitable cleanser, soap and water. Eyes should be well flushed with water and medical attention sought immediately.