Tower-Gard E568 Anticorrosive Coating for Steel and Galvanizing

Recommend Application Thickness is 6 mils on flat surface.

Coverage is 80 sq ft / gallon @ 20 mils

CURE SCHEDULE

APPLICATION TEMPERATURE: 45- 110 degrees F

Product Use Instructions 

SURFACE PREPARATION 

Painted Surfaces: TOWER-GARD E568 can be applied over all types of existing coatings or coating residue provided they are in general fair condition and tightly adherent. Remove loose surface contamination by sanding, discing, abrasive blasting or water jetting prior to application.

Application above water requires similar high pressure water blasting or dry abrasive blasting to yield a firm, granular surface free of loose contamination.

MIXING PROCEDURES 

TOWER-GARD E568 is supplied either in 2 gallon or 4 gallon kits of 2×1 or 2×2 gallon containers, including one each of epoxy base and curing agent. It is important to thoroughly mix equal volumes of the two components as “hotspots” of badly mixed components will cure poorly.

Mix in a clean container using either paint stirrers for small quantities or a “Jiffy” style mechanical paint stirrer for larger quantities. “Hotspots” of unmixed material will be seen as streaks and will never cure.

APPLICATION 

1. Above water by brush or roller: Use natural or synthetic fibers, it is generally not worth the effort to clean these tools after use.
2. By Heated Plural Component Airless Spray: The setup described below will give satisfactory results on
   larger jobs:

Equipment: Graco “King”, 1/1 ratio units or similar heavy-duty pumps

Hose Pack Length: Up to 160 feet of at least 3/8” – recommend heated and insulated hose pack.

Filters: Remove all filters – these will clog with Kevlar fibers very quickly

Fluid Temperature: Recommend 125°F – 135°F

Fluid Pressure: 2,500 – 3,000 psi at the tip

Tip Size: minimum 0.031 thou”

Cleaning Solvent: MEK or standard epoxy thinner

CURING BEFORE SERVICE 

TOWER-GARD 568 may be immersed in fresh or salt water immediately after application. It will cure to a hard film within about 14 hours and is suitable for light traffic after this time.

Once applied to wet surface, product can be submerged and cured under water. NOTE-  product cannot sustain wave movement until fully cured!

Safety: This is a hazardous material if misused. Read and understand the Safety Data Sheets (SDS’s) before use

Warranty Disclaimer: The technical data given herein has been compiled for your help and guidance. It is based upon our experience and knowledge however, as we have no control over the use to which this information is put, no warranty, express or implied, is intended or given. We assume no responsibility whatsoever for coverage, performance, or damages, including injuries resulting from use of this information or products recommended herein.