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METALCARE ETCH PRIMER
PRODUCT CODE: SNK 100 & 200
TECHNICAL DATA SHEET NO: PL-38-A
DATE: NOVEMBER 2012
THIS SUPERSEDES ALL PREVIOUS PUBLICATIONS
Product Description
Intended Uses
A premium quality range of fast drying, single pack polyvinyl butyral pre-treatment primers.
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Pre-treatment primer for mild steel, galvanised iron and aluminium prior to applying the full paint system.
Used as a self-priming finish in a variety of applications.
Ideal for use on vehicle chassis and under body components, engine parts, metal fireplaces, burglar bars,
security gates, wrought iron, etc.
Can be used as a weld-through primer at lower DFT’s
Fast drying
Good adhesion and flexibility
Resistant to oil spills and splashes.
Temperature resistant up to 200 °C (non continuous).
Can be overcoated by general industrial topcoats and decorative enamels, but not nitrocellulose based coatings.
Features & Benefits
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Product
Information
Appearance
Colours
Generic type
Solvent type
Volume solids
Recommended DFT
Viscosity at 23 °C
Theoretical Spreading Rate
Flash point
Application Details
Mixing
Method of application
Thinner
Cleaner
Substrate
Application Environment
Matt
Matt black (SNK 100) and Red Oxide (SNK 200 )
Modified polyvinyl butyral
Alcohols, aromatic hydrocarbons and ketones
11-13 % depending on colour
Min: 10 µm Max: 25 µm
Apply at least 25 µm DFT when using as a self-priming finish.
40–55 seconds Ford Cup No. 4 ;
8.7 m²/l at 15 µm D.F.T
< 23°C
Stir with a flat paddle until completely homogeneous.
Airless spray, conventional spray, dipping, roller and brush (small areas only).
For spray application: Thin up to 1:1 by volume with COASTCOTE THINNER
(SNK 7).
For brush and roller application: Thin with a minimum amount of COASTCOTE
THINNER (SNK 7).
For dipping: Thin with COASTCOTE DIPPING THINNER (TH 258) to suitable
viscosity.
COASTCOTE THINNER (SNK 7) or NO 40 LACQUER THINNER (ILS 1)
Suitably prepared mild steel, galvanised steel and suitably abraded aluminium
Surface
Ambient
Relative
Temperature
Temperature
Humidity
Min:
10 °C
Min.:
10 °C
Min: 10 %
or 2 °C min. above dew point
Max:
Drying time
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40 °C
Touch dry
Dry to handle
Overcoating
Max:
40 °C
5 Mins at 23 °C
30 Mins at 23 °C
1 h at 23 °C
Max:
85 %
METALCARE ETCH PRIMER
PRODUCT CODE: SNK 100 & 200
TECHNICAL DATA SHEET NO: PL-38-A
Store away from direct sun, heat, flames, sparks and severe cold.
Packaging: (500 mℓ black only), 1 l and 5 l.
Storage and Packaging
All surfaces must be firm, dry and clean, free from oil, grease or any other contaminants.
MILD STEEL: Degrease with METALCARE AQUASOLV DEGREASER (GR 1) and rinse thoroughly with fresh water.
Allow to dry. Remove rust or peeling paint with the appropriate REMOVALL COATING/RUST REMOVER product or
by sanding or steel wire brushing back to a bright metal surface. Rinse thoroughly with fresh water and allow to
dry.
GALVANISED STEEL: Clean with METALCARE GALVANISED IRON CLEANER (GIC 1) to a water break-free surface.
Remove rust by sanding or steel wire brushing back to a bright metal surface. Rinse thoroughly with fresh water
and allow to dry.
ALUMINIUM: Degrease with METALCARE AQUASOLV DEGREASER (GR 1) followed by fresh water rinses until a
water break-free surface is obtained. Abrade with “Scotchbrite” scouring pads to remove oxide layer. Overcoat
within 4 hours.
Surface Preparation
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Application
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Thin and apply as recommended. Apply a second coat if necessary to achieve the recommended DFT.
Allow recommended drying times before overcoating.
Caution
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Before overcoating METALCARE ETCH PRIMER ensure that the surface is thoroughly clean.
Nitrocellulose based coatings are not recommended for the overcoating of this etch primer.
Always keep paint out of reach of children.
Ensure good ventilation during application and drying.
If accidental contact with skin should occur, wash immediately with soap and water or a recognised skin cleaner.
Take care to avoid contact with the eyes. In case of contact, immediately rinse the eyes with plenty of water
and seek medical attention.
Harmful if swallowed. Seek medical attention and do not induce vomiting.
Do not smoke while painting.
Flammable. Store in a cool dry place away from heat and sparks.
Refer to Material Safety Data Sheet for complete information.
Safety Precautions
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DISCLAIMER:
The recommendations contained herein are given in good faith and are meant to guide the specifier or the user. They are based on results gained from our
tests and experiences and are believed to be reliable. No guarantee is implied by the recommendations contained herein since conditions of use, method
of application and cleanliness of the substrate prior to painting are beyond our control.
NB: Technology may change with time necessitating changes to this Technical Data Sheet (TDS). It is the responsibility of the user to ensure that the latest
TDS is being used.
NB: TO ORDER: Quote product name, product code number, packaging and colour.
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