Altex Marine Multi-Purpose Primer

Multi-Purpose Primer

Features:

Multi-Purpose Primer is designed for use as:

A water resistant economical primer over suitably prepared steel, wood and GRP. May be used above and below water. Versatile primer for all single component systems Multi-Purpose Primer may also be used to seal off aged existing antifoul coatings prior to re anti-fouling.

Advantages:

• Versatile single component primer for most substrates above and below water
• Rapid dry time
• Unique resin and pigment blend provides unparalleled protection to suitably prepared steel, wood and GRP
• Provides a "stand alone", multi-coat underwater protective system requiring only anti-fouling to complete the job
• Suitable for all areas of hull on trailer and moored vessels
• Lead and chromate free
• Can be applied using brushes, rollers or spray applied

Specific Data:

• Generic Type: Proprietary Blend of Synthetic Water Resistant Resins
• Colour: Light Grey
• Packaging: 500ml (NZ Only), 1 and 4 litre, Single component
• Gloss: Flat
• Flash Point: 36oC
• Thinner: Altex Thinner #53 or #45
• Storage: Store under cool, dry conditions
• Density: 1.52 kg per litre
• Volume Solids: 48.5%
• Theoretical Coverage Rate: 9.7 sq metres per litre at 50 microns dry
• Recommended Film Thickness Per Coat: 103 microns wet to obtain 50 microns dry
• Application: Spray, brush or roller
• Dry Times (50 µm DFT / 25oC / 50% RH):
  • Touch Dry : 1½ Hr Hard Dry : Overnight
• Recoat Times (50 µm DFT / 25oC / 50% RH):
  • 6-8 Hour minimum with self or Marine Surfacer Undercoat. Indefinite recoat times. 12 hours and up to 48 hours with No.5 Antifouling