Protective Coatings

Amercoat 71Primer
Polyamide Cured Epoxy Primer
Product Data/
Application Instructions Physical Data
Finish ..................................... flat
 A superior epoxy polyamide primer coating Colour .................................... oxide red
 Forms durable coating systems with a wide range of
topcoats for non-immersion services Components .......................... 2
 Suitable for a variety of substrates Curing mechanism ................ solvent release and reaction
 Excellent rust inhibitive shop primer in corrosive between components
environments
Volume solids : ....................... 51% (ASTM-D2697, modified) *
 Suitable as tiecoat over Dimetcote
VOC**
EC SED 1999/13/EC ........... 358 g/kg (467 g/l)
Typical Uses UK PG6/23(92) Appendix 3 . 435 g/l (3.6 lbs/gal)
(with suitable topcoats)
INDUSTRIAL - Structural steel, machinery, pipes and tank Dry film thickness .................. 50 µm per coat
exteriors in paper mills, oil refineries, power plants, chemical
process and waste treatment plants, for non immersion service. Number of coats .................... 1
MARINE - Decks, hulls, superstructures and other atmospheric Calculated coverage .............. 10.2 m²/l at 50 µm
areas of ships, barges, offshore structures and workboats.
Interiors of (dry) cargo holds. Allow for application losses, surface irregularities, etc.
NUCLEAR - In nuclear power plants including containment, on
areas subjected to radiation and decontamination and waste Specific gravity ....................... 1.39 kg/ll (mixed product)
handling facilities.
Your PPG representative will be pleased to help you evaluate Flash points (Closed Cup)...... °C °F
resin .................................... 22 72
your particular protection needs and make correct
cure ..................................... 30 86
recommendations to suit your specific requirements. Refer also
Thinner 91-83 ..................... 26 79
to individual topcoats for more detailed information on complete Thinner 90-58 ..................... 24 75
primer/topcoat systems.
* Volume solids is measured in accordance with ASTM D2697
modified. Slight variations  3% may occur due to colour and
Outstanding Characteristics testing variances.
With the proper topcoat, the primer withstands splash or
spillage of water, solvents, chemicals and petroleum products. ** VOC figures are quoted according to both the EC directive
Suitable topcoats are Amercoat epoxies, coaltar epoxies, 1999/13/EC which are theoretically calculated figures and the UK
acrylics, alkyds and polyurethane coatings. PG6/23(92) Appendix 3 which are practically determined figures.

Approvals and Certificates

Amercoat 71 is widely specified for nuclear service. It meets
requirements of the American National Standards Institute
(ANSI) and other engineering specifications.
Approved primer for Aramco specification APCS 1B.
With suitable primer and topcoat, complies with the following
standards:
• NORSOK M-CR-501 (coating system 1);
• ISO 12944 (class C5M);
• Shell specification ES/011 Vol. 2 Rev. 7.
Approved primer for miscellaneous fire proofings

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Surface Preparation - Primer

STEEL - Blast in accordance with Sa 2½, ISO 8501-1 or Application Data
Steel Structures Painting Council SP-10. NOTE: blast to
Substrate ............................... blasted steel, primed steel,
achieve a 25 to 50 µm profile as determined with Testex aluminium and Dimetcote
Tape or similar instrument. Remove abrasive residues and
dust from surface. Application methods .............. airless or conventional spray, brush
DIMETCOTE - Surface must be clean and dry. Remove any or roller
contamination. Refer to application instructions for the
Environmental Conditions (during application)
particular Dimetcote types for any other special topcoating
Air temperature .................... 5 to 50°C 41 – 122ºF
requirements. Remove oil or grease with a neutral Surface temperature ............ 5 to 60°C 41 – 140ºF
detergent or emulsion cleaner (like Neutral oil cleaner).
NEWLY GALVANISED SURFACES - Remove any oil or To prevent moisture condensation during application, surface
soap film with Neutral oil cleaner, treat surface by a lightly temperature must be at least 3°C/5ºF above the dew point.
blast with fine abrasive. Minimum temperature for satisfactory cure is 10°C/50ºF. Never
WEATHERED GALVANISED SURFACES - If galvanizing apply coatings under adverse environmental conditions. Ensure
good ventilation when applied in confined areas to assist
has been exposed to exterior weathering for 6 months or
evaporation and elimination of solvents.
more, remove zinc corrosion products by mechanical
means (like power sander or a light blast). Remove oil or Potlife (at 20°C) ..................... 8 hours
grease with Neutral oil cleaner.
ALUMINUM SURFACES - Remove oil and grease with Potlife and drying time are dependent on temperature and
Neutral oil cleaner. Lightly blast with fine abrasive or apply quantities mixed.
chromate-type conversion treatment, such as Alodine 1200, Drying Times (in hours at 50 µm and 18 to 27°C (65 – 81ºF)
by Henkel..
IMPORTANT - Apply primer as soon as possible after Minimum Maximum
surface preparation to prevent any contamination. Do not dry to touch .......................... 2 – 3 not applicable
leave blasted steel uncoated overnight. In case of dry to handle
contamination remove contaminants. Spot blast steel if (dry to through) .................... 4 not applicable
dry to recoat......................... 4
needed. topcoat

Application Equipment Drying and curing times are dependent on air and steel
The following equipment is listed as a guide and suitable temperature, applied film thickness, ventilation and other
equipment from other manufacturers may be used. environmental conditions. Times are proportionally shorter at higher
Adjustments of pressure and change of tip size may be temperature and longer at lower temperatures.
needed to obtain the proper spray characteristics.
Thinner .................................. Thinner 91-83
AIRLESS SPRAY - Standard airless spray equipment, such
as Graco, DeVilbiss, Nordson-Bede, Spee-Flo or others Cleaner .................................. Thinner 90-58
having a fluid tip with a 0.38 to 0.53 mm (0.015 to 0.021
inch) orifice.
CONVENTIONAL SPRAY - Industrial equipment such as
DeVilbiss MBC or JGA gun with 78 or 765 air cap and "E"
fluid tip and heavy mastic spring or Binks No. 18 or 62 with
a 66 x 63 PB nozzle setup. Separate air and fluid pressure
regulators, mechanical pot agitator and a moisture and oil
trap in the main air supply line are recommended.
MIXER - Use a power mixer powered by an air motor or an
explosion proof electric motor.

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Application Procedure
Amercoat 71Primer is packaged in the proper mixing Shipping Data
proportions of resin and cure.
Packaging
Resin: 16 l in 20 l can
resin .................................... 16 l in 20 l can
Cure: 4 l in 5 l can cure ..................................... 4 l in 5 l can
1. Flush equipment with recommended cleaner.
2. Stir resin (in the larger container) to an even consistency Shipping weight
with a power mixer. resin .................................... approx. 30 kg
3. Add cure to resin and continue stirring for 5 minutes. cure ..................................... approx. 4.6 kg
NOTE: Since the potlife is limited and shortened by high
Shelf life ................................. 1 year from shipment date when
temperatures, do not mix more material than will be
stored indoors in unopened, original containers at 5 to 40°C (41 –
used in 8 hours at 18-27°C (64 – 81ºF) or 4 to 6 hours at 104ºF)
27-35°C (81 – 95ºF).
4. For conventional spray, thin only as needed for
workability with no more than approximately 10 vol % of
recommended thinner. Thinning is normally not needed
for airless spray.
5. Stir during application to maintain uniformity of material.
Apply a wet coat even, parallel passes. Overlap each
pass 50% to avoid bare areas, pinholes or holidays.
6. Double coat all welds, rough spots, sharp edges and
corners, rivets, bolts, etc.
7. Application at 100 µm wet film thickness will normally
provide 50 µm dry film.
8. Check thickness of dry coating with a non destructive
dry film thickness gauge, such as a Mikrotest or
Elcometer. If less than specified thickness, apply
additional materials as needed.
9. Small damages or bare areas and random pinholes or
holidays can be touched up by brush. Repair larger
areas by spray.
10. In confined areas ventilate with clean air during
application and drying until all solvents are removed.
Temperature and humidity of ventilating air must be
such that moisture condensation will not form on
surface.
11. Clean all equipment with recommended cleaner
immediately after use or at least at the end of each
working day or shift. When left in spray equipment,
Amercoat 71Primer will cure and cause clogging.

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Caution Any recommendations or suggestion relating to the

This product is flammable. Keep away from heat and
use of the products made by PPG, whether in its
open flame. Keep container closed. Use with technical literature, or response to specific enquiry, or
adequate ventilation. Avoid prolonged and repeated otherwise, is based on data believed to be reliable;
contact with skin. If used in confined areas, observe however, the products and information are intended
the following precautions to prevent hazards of fire or for use by Buyer’s having requisite skill and know-
explosion or damage to health:
how in the industry, and therefore it is Buyer to satisfy
1. circulate adequate fresh air continuously during itself of the suitability of the products for its own
application and drying; particular use and it shall be deemed that Buyer has
2. use fresh air masks and explosion proof
done so, as its sole discretion and risk. Variation in
equipment; environment, changes in procedures of use, or
3. prohibit all flames, sparks, welding and smoking. extrapolation of data may cause unsatisfactory
Do not empty into drains. Take precautionary
results.
measures against static discharges. For specific
information on hazardous ingredients, required
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Since improper use and handling can be hazardous products or part thereof which give rise to the claim.
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incidental damages.
Instruction and Material Safety Data Sheet must be
observed during all storage, handling, use and drying Due to PPG’s policy of continuous product
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