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ACTAN

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ACTAN®GS is a water borne-VOC free- one component adhesion primer for non-ferrous metals. It is an active resin system at quasi neutral pH that binds with the zinc surface without the disadvantages of gas formation, bubbling or cracking caused by the reaction of zinc or residual impurities at acid and alkaline pHs.
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Benefits
  • Adhesion primer for application on hot-dip galvanised steel, aluminium, copper, bronze, stainless steel.
  • Perfect bond with the surface.
  • Forms a hard film, flexible, impact resistant, non-porous.
  • Film thickness not critical.
  • No mechanical or chemical profiling necessary on newly galvanised steel.
  • Ultra low VOC < 0.1g/litre.
Uses
  • Remove dirt, grease, oil, ensure the surface is clean and dry. Remove white rust by abrading the surface and wash-off salts with fresh water.
  • Apply by brush without dilution.
  • Air spray: nozzle orifice (mm) 1.3-1.5
  • Nozzle pressure (bar) 3-4.
  • Typical DFT: 25 micron. Coverage: 15-18 sq. m/l.
  • Application conditions outdoor/indoor: Temperature: 5°C – 35°C Humidity < 80 %
  • Touch-dry: 15 minutes
  • Dry to handle: 30 minutes.
  • Dry to recoat 24 hours 4 hours 3 hours 2 hours At ambient t° C 5-10 10-15 15-20 20-35
  • Overcoating: all types of solvent based paints Note: alkyd paints are not recommended for protecting zinc surfaces