E517M Epoxy Mastic Steel Chemical Containment & Concrete Coating

CURE SCHEDULE

Low Temperature Fast Cure

Regular Cure

Times may be longer for thickness above 5 dry mils. For safety and proper product curing, good ventilation is necessary when painting indoors or in confined areas. Be sure the batch numbers are all the same to provide uniform color. Epoxy coatings may yellow or darken during application and after final cure. Low temperature cure hardener colors will be a little darker than the regular cure. This will affect the color but will have no effect on the performance of the product. Heaters that emit carbon dioxide and carbon monoxide can cause the coating to yellow. For maximum exterior gloss and color retention apply a topcoat of CT-370 polyurethane.

APPLICATION TEMPERATURE:

Regular cure Low Temperature application down to 45°F (air and surface low temperature during curing process).  Fast Cure formula available for cold weather applying to surfaces down to 38° (needs to remain at this temp or above for at least 1 hour) and then during curing process temperatures further dropping ok to as low as 25°F.

Relative humidity should be below 90%.  When spraying, use a 50% overlapping crosshatch pattern to minimize the occurrence of pinholes.  Do not apply over dew or frost.  The surface should be dry and at least 5°F above the dew point.

CHEMICAL RESISTANCE, SPLASH & SPILLAGE CHART

(spill time for 72 hours contact with surface)

FOR USE IN INTERNAL TANK LININGS CONTACT EXTERIOR PERFORMANCE COATINGS (sales@exteriorcoatings.com or call 630.675.4509)

MIXING AND APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

SURFACE PREPARATION
Best method is a near white abrasive blast (SSPC-SP10) but E517M will perform well over minimally prepare surfaces depending on service requirements. Because of the lack of “standards” for minimal surface preparation, test applications should be made to determine adequate surface cleanliness and compatibility with existing paint.

STEEL

Remove oil, grease and other chemical contaminants by solvent wipe or steam cleaning. Abrasive blast
to a “Commercial” (SSPC-SP6) or “Near White” (SSPC-SP10) metal finish.

Galvanized Steel/Aluminum

Solvent clean per SSPC-SP1 or steam clean.  Sweep blast to achieve a minimum 1 mil profile.  Apply one (1) coat of E15M as a primer at 3-4 mils DFT.

Previously Painted Surfaces

Solvent clean per SSPC-SP1 and/or power wash.  Remove loose existing paint by wire brush or other hand tools.  Feather edges.  Make test application to check for compatibility.

Concrete

In all cases of surface preparation, the pH should be checked.  A pH reading of 7.0 to 8.5 is acceptable. Also, a Water Dissipation Test should be made on random areas of the floor to determine if the proper degree of porosity has been achieved.  Before the installation of any Gulf Coat Paint Products, the substrate should be examined for moisture.  Test for moisture vapor transmission using ASTM F-1869 Standard Test Method for Measuring Moisture Vapor Emission Rate of Concrete Subfloor using Anhydrous Calcium Chloride.  The maximum allowable rate is 3 lbs. per 1,000 square feet per 24 hours.  Test for relative humidity in concrete floor slabs using Probes according to ASTM F-2170.  This test measures the presence relative humidity of the slab below the surface.  The maximum relative humidity should be below 80%.

New concrete must be cured at least a minimum of 28 days before applying a coating.  On-grade slabs must have moisture vapor barrier in place.  All laitance, sealers, efflorescence, chemical contaminants, grease, oil and other foreign material must be removed.  The prepared surface must be clean, dry and structurally sound.  Recommend mechanical preparation by means of shot blasting or diamond grinding to achieve a CSP-2 or CSP-3 profile, in accordance with the International Concrete Repair Institute (ICRI).  The profile should reflect something similar to a 60-100 grit sandpaper.  If the substrate is not properly prepared and the appropriate profile is not achieved, failure of the product to adhere to the substrate may occur.

Old concrete surfaces must be structurally sound.  Any unsound areas must be repaired prior to proceeding with the resinous installation.  For proper patching and repairing, use CF-615 and/or E1000 with graded aggregate.  Remove existing paint and loose concrete by rough sanding, sandblasting, high pressure water cleaning, shot blasting or grinding.  In some cases where plant conditions allow, a stripper may be used to remove excessive build-up of paints or sealers.

Epoxy Mortars

Surface to be coated should be free of all contamination Observe the manufacturer’s recoat time recommendations.

MIXING INSTRUCTIONS
Stir each component to a uniform consistency, using a slow speed variable speed explosion proof drill with a Jiffy Mixer.   Do not mix by hand.  Then mix four (4) parts Base A with one (1) part Hardener B for three (3) minutes using the powered Jiffy mixer.  Make sure any pigment settled to the bottom is incorporated.  Do not vary proportions.   When applying E517M in cool or cold conditions, store material at 65-75°F 1-2 days prior to application. E517M may be reduced up to 20% S-74 (or 100% MEK) per mixed gallon. Do not substitute reducers.

Improper mixing may result in product failure. For best mixing results and proper blending of parts A and B, recommend a Jiffy Mixer style drill mixer.

Use of an improper drill mixer can result in curing problems if the hardener also called activator (Part B) is not thoroughly blended with the resin (Part A) which can cause some areas on your floor to remain soft and not harden properly.  DO NOT USE A PAINT MIXER.  Most mixing problems described above can be traced back to using a paint mixer..  DO NOT HAND MIX as this approach can result in the same problems as using a paint mixer.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

Roller – Use a 3/8” – ½” nap, phenolic core, shed resistant roller cover.  Roll in the same direction always keeping a wet edge.  Do not over roll product.

Brush – Use pure bristle brush.

When spraying, use a 50% overlapping crosshatch pattern to minimize the occurrence of pinholes.  Do not apply to surfaces below 40°F or above 120°F.  Do not apply over dew or frost.  The surface should be dry and at least 5°F above the dew point.

LIMITATIONS:

• Do not apply over frost, wet or damp surfaces or extremely high humidity conditions.
• Do not apply over expansion joints.
• Do not apply if the surface temperature is within 5° of the dew point.
• Partially used containers must be reclosed tightly to prevent moisture in air from reacting with material and forming a tough skin.  Skin can be removed and remaining material used.  Be sure to stir.

CAUTIONS

E517M Base is flammable and E517M Hardener is corrosive.  Keep away from all sources of ignition during mixing, application and cure.  The Hardener and Base can cause eye and skin burns as well as allergic reactions.  Use goggles, fresh air masks or NIOSH approved respirators, protective skin cream and protective clothing.  This product is sold without warranty as to performance expressed or implied.  Users are urged to make their own tests to determine the suitability for their particular conditions.

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