HEMPEL’S GALVOSIL 15700 is a two-component,  solvent-borne, self-curing, inorganic zinc silicate with outstanding resistance against weathering and abrasion. It has excellent chemical resistance within the pH range 6-9.  Applicable by airless spray. Offers cathodic protection of local mechanical damage.

Hempel's Zinc metal pigment 97170 is in full compliance with ISO 3549 and ASTM D520 type I, Hempel's Zinc metal pigment 97170 is additionally in compliance with ASTM D520 type II.

Recommended  use:

• As a general purpose, heavy-duty, rust-preventing  primer.
• As a single, complete coating for long-term protection of steel exposed to moderately to severely corrosive environment and to abrasion.
• As a tank lining in accordance with the CARGO PROTECTION  GUIDE. In compliance with SSPC-Paint 20, type 1, level 1 and ISO 12944-5.

PHYSICAL CONSTANTS:

Shade nos/Colours: 19840 /  Metal grey

Finish:  Flat

Volume solids, %: 64 ± 1

Theoretical spreading rate: 12.8 m2/l [513.3 sq.ft./US gallon] - 50 micron/2 mils

Flash point:14 °C [57.2 °F]

Specific gravity: 2.7 kg/litre [22.2 lbs/US gallon]

Surface-dry: 0.5 hour(s) 20°C/68°F (60-75% RH)

Through-dry: 45 minute(s) 20°C/68°F

Fully cured: 16 hour(s) 20°C/68°F and minimum 75% RH

VOC content: 434 g/l [3.6 lbs/US gallon]

Shelf life:  6 months at  25°C/77°F for the LIQUID and 3 years for HEMPEL'S ZINC METAL PIGMENT (stored in closed container) from time of production. Shelf life is dependent on storage temperature. Shelf life is reduced at  storage temperatures above: 25°C/77°F. Do not store above the following temperature: 40°C/105°F.

                                     Shelf life is exceeded if the liquid is gelled or if the mixed product forms gels before application.

                                                The physical constants  stated are nominal data according  to the HEMPEL Group's approved formulas.

APPLICATION DETAILS:

Version, mixed product: 15700

Mixing ratio: LIQUID 15709: HEMPEL’S ZINC METAL

                     PIGMENT 97170/97140

                     3.1 : 6.9 by weight

Application method:  Airless spray / Air spray / Brush (touch up)

Thinner (max.vol.):  [08700 (30%) and/or 0870M (30%) see REMARKS overleaf ]/ 08700 (50%) / 08700 (10%)

Pot life: 4 hour(s) 20°C/68°F

Nozzle orifice:  0.019 - 0.023 "

Nozzle pressure: 100 bar [1450 psi]

                                    (Airless spray data are indicative and subject to adjustment)

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

Indicated film thickness, wet: 75 micron [3 mils]

Overcoat interval, min: According to separate APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

Overcoat interval, max: According to separate APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS