HEMPADUR 15553 is a two-component epoxy paint. It cures to a flexible, well adhering coating with good abrasion and impact resistance. Contains zinc phosphate. Cures down to -10°C/14°F.

Recommended use:

• HEMPADUR 15553  can be used as a primer for HEMPATEX, HEMPADUR and HEMPATHANE systems on hot dipped galvanized surfaces, aluminium and stainless steel in moderately corrosive environments.
• HEMPADUR 15553 is also suited when roughening of the surface is not possible.

PHYSICAL CONSTANTS:

Shade nos/Colours: 11630 /  Off-white.

Finish:  Flat

Volume solids, %: 55 ± 1

Theoretical spreading rate: 11 m2/l [441.1 sq.ft./US gallon] to 50 micron/2 mils

Flash point: 30 °C [86 °F]

Specific gravity: 1.5 kg/litre [12.9 lbs/US gallon]

Surface-dry: 20 minute(s) 20°C/68°F

Through-dry: 1.5 hour(s) 20°C/68°F

Fully cured: 7 day(s) 20°C/68°F

VOC content: 387 g/l [3.2 lbs/US gallon]

Shelf life: 6 months  for the BASE and 2 years for the CURING AGENT (stored in closed container) (25°C/77°F) from time of production.

APPLICATION DETAILS:

Version, mixed product: 15553

Mixing ratio: BASE 15557: CURING AGENT 98021

                   3 : 1 by volume

Application method: Airless spray / Brush

Thinner (max.vol.): 08450 (5%) / 08450 (5%)

Pot life: 2 hour(s) 20°C/68°F

Nozzle orifice: 0.017 to 0.019 "

Nozzle pressure: 175 bar [2537.5 psi}

                         (Airless spray data are indicative and subject to adjustment)

Cleaning of tools:HEMPEL'S TOOL CLEANER 99610

Indicated film thickness, dry: 50 micron [2 mils]

Indicated film thickness, wet: 100 micron [4 mils]