PPG Protective and Marine Coatings ABC #3: Ablative Antifouling Coating
PPG Protective and Marine Coatings ABC #3: Ablative Antifouling Coating
If this product is to be applied as part of a coating system, all components of the system must
be as listed on the QPL.
This NAVSEA-REVIEWED ASTM F-718 data sheet is the only data sheet approved for use
when utilizing this coating for U.S. Navy preservation projects. NAVSEAs review covers only
the application process for the material. The review does not denote the material as a qualified
product, nor does it constitute an approval for purchase/procurement of the material. For
products on the Qualified Products List (QPL) for this MILSPEC, please refer to
https://assist.daps.dla.mil/quicksearch/
Questions regarding modifications or updates of this ASTM F-718 shall be directed toward:
NSWCCD
(215) 897-7411
[email protected]
ASTM F 718
SHIPBUILDERS AND MARINE PAINTS AND COATINGS PRODUCT/PROCEDURE DATA SHEET
CONTINUATION SHEET USED:
YES
NO
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(d): WEIGHT PER VOLUME: (FTMS 141a4184.1): 16.7 18.3 lbs / gal
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III. PROPERTIES:
(a) % VOLUME SOLIDS (ASTM D 2697): 52% 3%
): COMPONENT A: 70 110 KU
COMPONENT B: NA
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ADDITIONAL PAINT STORAGE REQUIREMENTS: Product should be stored at temperatures of 40F 100F. The product may be subject to temperatures from
0F to 140F during transport for up to 30 days without adverse effects. If the product is exposed to more extreme temperatures or for a longer duration, please contact PPG
technical services for an evaluation. Product temperatures must be 50F 90F during mixing and application, unless otherwise stated in section V1.a. Note: Per NAVSEA
Standard Item 009-32, storage requirements are MIN 65F and MAX 85F.
(l) VOLATILE ORGANIC COMPOUND (EPA TEST METHOD 24): 3.3 lbs / gal.
(m) WEIGHT OF DRY FILM (WEIGHT/FT2 AT 1 MIL THICKNESS): 0.016 lbs 3%
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(n): SPECIAL PROPERTIES (e.g., STAIN RESISTANCE, LOW SOLAR ABSORBANCE, MOISTURE TOLERANCE): N/A
(c) PROFILE (INCLUDE METHOD USED) - MIN. 2 mils MAX. 4 mils (for anti-corrosive primer)
(d) SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS - None
(e) PRIMER REQUIREMENTS (IF APPLICABLE): Amercoat 235, 240, or 385
(f) MAXIMUM ALLOWABLE CONDUCTIVITY (BRESLE PATCH METHOD): 30 mg/m2
(g) MAXIMUM DEGREE OF FLASH RUSTING ALLOWABLE (LIST COMMERCIAL STANDARD): SSPC-SP 12/WJ-2L
V. MIXING PROCEDURES:
(a) MIXING RATIOS BY WEIGHT N/A
BY VOLUME N/A
(b) INDUCTION TIME N/A
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(f) SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS Power mix to ensure pigment is uniformly suspended. Ensure good off-bottom mixing.
VI. APPLICATION:
(a) ENVIRONMENTAL LIMITATIONS SUBSTRATE TEMPERATURE: MIN. 20F MAX. 120F
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70F (21C)
5 hours
90F (32C)
3 hours
4 hours
4 hours
6 hours
6 hours
50F (10C)
10 hours
Unlimited
12 hours
12 hours
32F (0C)
20 hours
20F (-7C)
48 hours
24 hours
24 hours
72 hours
72 hours
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DRY MIN.
(d) EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS (INCLUDE PREFERRED, SUITABLE, NOT SUITABLE REQUIREMENTS) Standard airless spray with a minimum of a 45:1 (minimum)
pump ratio with 0.021-0.025 spray tip, or- natural bristle brush, or phenolic core roller.
IF PLURAL COMPONENT EQUIPMENT IS REQUIRED, STATE SO N/A
IF HEATED LINES ARE REQUIRED, STATE SO N/A
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(e) SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS Must be applied to primer that is tack-free but soft to finger pressure.
REPAIR PROCEDURES IF THE OVERCOAT WINDOW HAS BEEN EXCEEDED: Refer to NAVSEA Standard Item 009-32.