Knowde Enhanced TDS
Identification & Functionality
- Chemical Family
- Product Type
- Technologies
- Product Families
Features & Benefits
- Ready-to-Use Product Features
- Key Features
- Low VOC Content
- Fast Drying
- Excellent Adhesion to Steel
- Excellent Edge Retention
Applications & Uses
- Applications
- Uses
Ply-Guard ME is a superb coating for steel and concrete materials in severe environments, such as:
- Marine Applications (ships, off-shore rigs, dry-docks, etc.)
- Bridges (both new and existing)
- Pipelines
Ply-Guard ME can be used alone or as an intermediate tie coat or topcoat over Polyset’s line of WB HRZS® water-based high-ratio zinc silicate products.
- Surface Preparation
Remove any oils, grease, loose dirt & particulate, weak sections, curing compounds, and existing coatings from the surface to be coated prior to application of Ply-Guard ME. Steel surfaces must be clean, sound & sandblasted to “Near White Metal” SSPC-10 finish immediately before application of Ply-Guard ME. After sandblasting, surface should be rinsed, vacuumed & dry prior to application. New concrete should be cured to 80% of design strength.
- Mixing
Stir individual components prior to mixing together. Mix only what may be applied during the pot life (4 hrs. max.). Mix according to specified mixing ratio. Allow 15 minute induction period to activate Ply-Guard ME before application.
Technical Details & Test Data
- Technical Details
Appearance at 25°C Part “A” Part “B” Mixed Color: Gray Dk. Amber Gray Flash pt. (°C): 30 29 35 VOC (Lbs./gal.): 2.28 3.95 2.61 Solids (wt.%): 85.2 50.6 81.2 Ratio & Cure Mix Ratio: 4.0 Parts “A” 1.0 Part “B” By Volume Initial Set: 2-3 hrs. at 25°C Initial Cure: 5-6 hrs. at 25°C Recoat Time: 6 hrs. at 25°C Final Cure: 24 hrs. at 25°C Cured Properties Finish Satin Gloss Temp. Resistance 100—125°C Recommended DFT 4—6 mil (0.10—0.15 mm) Theoretical Coverage 275 ft2/gal. (@ 4 mil DFT)
Packaging & Availability
- Packaging
5-Gallon Kit (69.6 Lbs. Net Weight)
Storage & Handling
- Shelf Life
18 months in original unopened containers
- Storage
Store between 40-95°F (4-35°C)