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APCO APCO 205-1004 Industrial Primer

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APCO APCO 205-1004 Industrial Primer is a proven, thin film, economical metal primer. Provides tight barrier protection to properly prepared steel surfaces. User friendly application, can be applied with brush, roller or spray.

Product Type: Primer

Compatible Substrates & Surfaces: Metal, Steel

Features: Corrosion Resistant, Excellent Productivity, Fast Drying, Low VOC

Application Method: Brush, Roller, Spray

Chemical Family: Alkyds

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Identification & Functionality

Chemical Family
Product Type
Generic Type

Alkyd

Features & Benefits

Labeling Claims
Features
  • VOC compliant
  • Corrosion resistant

Applications & Uses

Application Method
Compatible Substrates & Surfaces
Substrate & Surface Preparation
  • Must be clean and dry. Any dirt, dust, oil, contaminants, loose rust or loose mil scale must be removed.
  • Immersion Carbon Steel: Not Recommended
  • Non-Immersion Carbon Steel: Minimum SSPC-SP3 Power tool Cleaning. For optimum performance SSPC- SP6 Commercial Blast, surface profile 1.5-3.0 Mil.
  • Galvanized Steel: Not recommended
  • Previously painted surfaces: Surface must be sufficiently roughened, either by abrasive blasting or mechanical abrasion. Surface must attain a minimum 3B rating in accordance with ASTM D3359 “X-Scribe” test. Apply a test patch to check compatibility, prior to primary application.
  • Topcoats: APCO201 Industrial Enamel, 202 Industrial Aluminum Paint
Application Equipment

Spray Application:

  • Conventional: Pressure pot with dual regulators, 3/8” I.D. material hose, Binks 2001 Gun w/66 series nozzles and 565 needle.
  • Airless: Graco 36:1 Min. 1⁄4” material line. Tip size .013. Output PSI- 3000-3600

Brush & Roller:

  • Brush: Natural Bristle
  • Roller: 1⁄4” Nap cover with Phenolic Core Mixing &
Mixing & Thinning


Components: One
Mixing: Power mix to uniform color & consistency
Thinning:

  • Spray: Up to 12 oz/gal with S102
Application
  • Pre-application: Flush all equipment with thinner S102 or Mineral Spirits
  • Temperature: Application range from 50°F-110°F surface temperature. Do not apply below 50°F.
  • Method: Apply one coat maintaining a wet edge to achieve a WFT of 4-6 Mils. Maximum performance will be achieved with two coats totaling 4-6 mils DFT.
Application Continued

Inspection: Visually inspect film to ensure adequate coverage.

Clean up & disposal: After use immediately flush all equipment with thinner S102 or mineral spirits. Dispose of all containers, solvents and unused materials in accordance with all local, state and federal regulations.

Curing schedule: Times based upon 75°F

  • Dry to touch: 2 hours
  • Dry to topcoat: 24 hours
  • Dry through: 48 hours

Dry times are greatly affected by weather conditions and film thickness.

Properties

Color
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Solids Content52.0% by Volume-
VOC Value3.15lbs/galEPA Method 24
Performance Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Theoretical Coverage (mil)834ft²
Theoretical Coverage (3 mil DFT)278ft²

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type
Packaging & Handling:
  • Unit sizes: Ones, Fives and Drums
  • Shipping Weight: 12 lbs/gal Unit