Interlux Interprotect 2000E Epoxy Primer, Gallon Kit

Color: Y2000E-Gray, Y2002E-White
Finish Matte
Specific Gravity 1.4
Volume Solids 45%
Mix Ratio Mix ratio 3:1 by volume (as supplied)
Typical Shelf Life 2 yrs
VOC (As Supplied) 464 g/lt

Interlux Interprotect 2000E Epoxy Primer Product Data Sheet

Preparation

BARE FIBERGLASS OR EPOXY: Remove all surface contamination using Fiberglass Surface Prep YMA601, flush with fresh water. Allow to dry. Sand with 80 grade (grit) paper. Remove sanding residue. Wipe with Fiberglass Solvent Wash 202.
STEEL: Degrease by wiping with a rag soaked in Fiberglass Solvent Wash 202. Gritblast to near white metal surface. A surface profile of 2-3 mils (50-75 microns) is recommended. If gritblasting is not possible, grind the surface with a 36 grit grinding disc or sand with 40-60 grit sandpaper. Bring the surface to a uniform, clean, bright metal surface with a surface profile of 2-3 mils (50-75 microns). Remove sanding residue and immediately apply a coat of Interprotect 2000E, thinned 15-20%. Apply 4-5 additional coats of Interprotect 2000E.
ALUMINUM: Degrease by wiping with a rag soaked in Fiberglass Solvent Wash 202. Grit blast, grind with a 36 grit disc, or sand with 40-60 grit sandpaper. If gritblasting, use aluminum compatible materials. Bring the surface to a uniform, clean, bright metal surface. A surface profile of 3-4 mils (75-100 microns) is recommended. Remove sanding residue with a brush, vacuum or by blowing off with a clean air line. Within 1 hour of preparing the surface, apply a coat of Interprotect 2000E thinned 15-20% with the correct thinner. Apply 4-5 additional coats of Interprotect 2000E.
BARE WOOD: Sand with 80-180 grade (grit) paper. Remove oil from oily woods eg teak, using Special Thinner 216 or 2316N. Change rags frequently.
Method: If filling is required, use appropriate filler after the first coat of Interprotect 2000E has been applied. Before painting, remove any dust with a dust wipe. Only 1 coat is required when used as a tie coat over Interprime 450 VOC.

Hints:

Mixing: Stir or shake individual components thoroughly. Add curing agent to the base at 1 part curing agent to 3 parts base (by volume). Stir and leave for 20 minutes induction time and to allow the bubbles to disperse. If thinning is needed, add thinner after the induction time.
Thinner: Reducing solvent 2316N or Brushing Liquid 2333N
Cleaner: Fiberglass Solvent Wash 202, Reducing solvent 2316N or Brushing Liquid 2333N
Airless Spray Pressure: 165 bar/2400 psi. Tip Size: 1880-2680, 0.44-0.53mm/17-21 thou.
Conventional Spray Pressure Pot:
Pressure: 3.44-4.47 bar/50-65 psi (gun pressure); 10-15 psi (pot pressure). Tip Size: 1.5-1.8 mm/60-70 thou. Siphon Cup: Pressure: 3.44-4.47 bar/50-65 psi - gun pressure. Tip Size: 1.8-2.2 mm/70-85 thou. Pressure: <2 bar (Pot)/3-4 bar (Atomising). Thin using 10-15% 2316N or YTA910.
Brush: Use a natural bristle brush.
Roller: Use a 3/8" nap solvent resistant roller.
Other: To figure out how much paint is necessary for below the waterline surfaces, use the following formula: Wetted Surface Area (WSA) = LOA x Beam x .85, then divide the WSA by 60 when brushing/rolling, or 45 when spraying. The number you calculate will be the number of gallons necessary to reach 10 mils.
Some Important Points: Do not use below 5°C/41°F. Do not apply over conventional (one-pack) coatings. Do not apply when there is a chance of condensation forming on the surface. Ambient temperature should be minimum 5°C/41°F and maximum 35°C/95°F.
Product temperature should be minimum 10°C/50°F and maximum 35°C/95°F. Substrate temperature should be minimum 5° C/41°F and maximum 35°C/95°F.
Compatibility/Substrates: Apply to clean, dry, properly prepared surfaces only. Do not apply over one part paints. When applying vinyl antifoulings such as VC Offshore and Baltoplate® to Interprotect, apply an extra coat and allow epoxy to cure overnight then sand with 80 grade (grit) paper to avoid wrinkling. When overcoating with VC 17m or VC 17m Extra allow Interprotect 2000E to dry for 24 - 36 hours, then sand with 180-220 grit sand paper.
Number of Coats: Substrate priming before application of fairing compound: 1.
For Blister Prevention & Anti-corrosive system: 4-5cts by roller, 2-3cts by spray as required to reach 10 mils DFT .
For the ultimate no sand system: 1.
Coverage (Theoretical) - 135.6 ft²/gal by airless spray, 240 (ft²/Gal) by brush
(Practical) - 105.8 ft²/gal by airless spray
Recommended DFT: per coat 2.6 mils dry by brush / roller, 5.4 mils dry by spray
Recommended WFT: per coat 5.6 mils wet by brush / roller, 12 mils wet by spray
Application Methods: Airless Spray, Brush, Conventional Spray, Roller