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Tripoxy™ Primer

1 of 2 products in this brand
Tripoxy™ Primer is a two-part, solvent-based maintenance primer with high performance. This primer provides excellent corrosion protection by utilizing a combination of rust inhibitors. When applied to properly prepared surfaces, Tripoxy Primer has excellent adhesion and water resistance. This primer also has good flow and leveling properties.

Product Type: 2K (2 component) Coating, Primer, Solventborne Coating

Compatible Substrates & Surfaces: Aluminum, Galvanized Steel, Iron, Metal, Steel

Features: Chemical Resistant, Corrosion Resistant, Good Adhesion, Good Flow, Good Leveling Properties, High Performance, Moisture Resistant, Water Resistant

Application Method: Spray

Chemical Family: Epoxy & Epoxy Derivatives

Technical Data Sheet
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Identification & Functionality

Features & Benefits

Advantages
  • Excellent primer for use with topcoats containing Strong solvents, ex: urethanes, epoxies, vinyls
  • Moisture and chemical resistan
  • Contains no lead or chromate
  • Economical cost per square foot ratio

Applications & Uses

Application Method
Compatible Substrates & Surfaces
Uses

Tripoxy Primer is recommended for maintenance applications on iron, steel, galvanized, and aluminum substrates. Uses include:

  • Exterior structures, ferrous and nonferrous
  • Bridges
  • Power line towers
  • Microwave towers
  • Metal buildings
  • Structural steel components
  • Large fabricated structures
Limitations
  • Substrate temperatures must be above 45° F
  • Requires adequate ventilation in confined spaces
  • Not for use in submersion applications
  • Must be topcoated and protected from UV exposure
Application Data

Surface Preparation:
All surfaces must be clean, dry, and free of contaminants. All dirt, grease, rust, mill scale, or loose chalky paint must be removed in conformance with the provisions in section 59-2,”Painting Structural Steel’, or Section 59-3, “Painting Galvanized Surfaces’ of the State of California Department of Transportation Standard Specifications unless otherwise specified in the contract special provisions.The retrieval and analysis ofsoluble salts on substrates shall
be conducted in accordance with “SSPC: The Society for Protective Coatings,” rule. The substrate mustbe cleaned so that the maximum level of soluble salts does not exceed 10 micrograms per square centimeter. Areas should be tested at the rate of 3 tests for the first 1000 square feet prepared per day, and one test for each additional 1000 square feet or portion thereof, at randomly selected locations.
When less than 1000 square feet of surface area is prepared in a shift, at least 2 tests should be performed. lf levels of soluble salts exceed the maximum, the entire area represented by the test should be cleaned again and tested until soluble salt levels conform to this requirement.
Unpainted new structural steel: Blast clean near white with appropriate abrasive media. Allsurfaces mustbe clean, dry, and free of contaminants. Apply appropriate primer to the recommended ary film thickness. ° SSPC-SP1S * SSPC-SP10
Previously painted structural steel: Steam clean or power wash to remove all dirt, grease, contaminants, and gloss from existing paint. Spot clean rusty areas to remove all rust and mill scale.

  • SSPC-SP1 * SSPC-SP6
  • SSPC-SP2 ¢ SSPC-SP11
  • SSPC-SP3

Galvanized steel: Steam clean or power wash to remove all dirt, grease, and contaminants. Spot clean to remove rust and mill scale. Roughen surface by whip blasting or light sanding. Do not remove intact galvanizing.

  • SSPC-SP1 * SSPC-SP7
  • SSPC-SP2 ¢ SSPC-SP11
  • SSPC-SP3

Note: Blast cleaned surfaces must be primed the same day blast cleaning is done.

Mixing Parametres

Ratio:                          Part A :Part B
By Weight                       1:1
By Volume                      1:1
Sweat-in Time: 30mins
 

Applications

Tripoxy Primer can be applied by HVLP, air assist airless, brush or roller.
HVLP:
Fluid Tip and Needle: 050"
Fluid Pressure: 8 - 10 psi
Air Cap Pressure: 60 psi
Air Assist Airless:
Fluid Tip: 015"
Fluid Pressure: 800 - 900 psi
Air Cap Pressure: 10 - 15 psi
Thinning :xylene, oxsol, or acetone
CleanUp :xylene, oxsol, or acetone

Properties

Properties
REQUIRED FILM THICKNESS:
ASTM D1005 Minimum Dried Film 2-3 mils
ASTM D4414 Minimum Wet Film 3.7-5.6 mils
ASTM D523 GLOSS:
@ 60° 44849
@ 20° N/A
ASTM D3363 PENCIL HARDNESS:
H Pass
ASTM D5402 MEK RUBS:
50 Double Pass
ASTM D2794 IMPACT RESISTANCE:
60 inlb forward, 40 inlb reverse Pass
ASTM B117 SALT SPRAY RESISTANCE:
5% Salt Spray, 300 hours Pass
ASTM D5894UV CORROSION WEATHERING:
ASTM D610 Rusting 7 cycles, 300 hours Pass
ASTM D714 Blistering 7 cycles, 300 hours Pass
ASTM D4587/D523/D4214 QUV-UVA
500 hours @ 60° N/A
1000 hours @ 60° N/A
ASTM D2247/D714 HUMIDITY RESISTANCE:
800 hours Pass
ASTM D4585 MOISTURE CONDENSATION:
100° F, 800 hours Pass
ASTM D3359 ADHESION:  
5B Pass
ASTM D4060 ABRASION RESISTANCE:
CS17 wheel, 200 cycles, 1 kg load Pass
ASTM D522 FLEXIBILITY:  
180° bend, 1/8” mandrel Pass
ASTM D3170 CHIP RESISTANCE:
Rating N/A
ASTM D2485 DRY HEAT RESISTANCE:
N/A N/A
ASTM D2243 WATER-BORNE FREEZE THAW:
3 cycles N/A

Technical Details & Test Data

Dry Schedule
DRY SCHEDULE: [at 50% RH and 2.0 mils DFT]
  60° F 77° F 90° F
Dry to Touch 60 mins 30 mins 20 mins
Recoat 8 hrs 4 hrs 2 hrs
Dry to Handle 24 hrs 8 hrs 4 hrs
Full Cure 7 days 7 days 7 days
Critical Recoat Window: After two weeks power wash or mechanically abrade all surfaces.
Coverage

Theoretical at1.0 mil DFT: 866 sq fi/gal
Theoretical at 2.0 mils DFT: 433 sq f/gal

Safety & Health

Health and Safety

Warning:
FLAMMABLE LIQUID AND VAPOR. May be harmful if swallowed or inhaled. Vapor may affect the brain or nervous system causing dizziness, headache, or nausea and can cause nose and throat irritation. Keep away from sparks, heat, or open flames. Use with adequate ventilation. Avoid breathing of vapor. Avoid contactwith eyes, skin, andclothing. Wash hands thoroughly after using and before eating and smoking. Wear an appropriate, properly fitted respirator (NIOSH/MSHA approved) during and after application unless air monitoring demonstrates vapor levels are below applicable limits. Follow respirator manufacturer’s directions for use. Keep container closed when not in use. If spillage occurs, absorband dispose ofaccordintgo local regulations.
Notice:
Intentional misuse by deliberately concentrating and inhaling the contents may be harmfulor fatal. Reports have associated repeated and prolonged occupational overexposure to solvents with permanentbrain and nervous system damage.
First Aid:
Should eye contact occur, flush with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes and get medical attention if vision is disturbed. For skin, wash thoroughly with soap and water. If swallowed, seek medical attention immediately. DO NOT induce vomiting.
KEEP THIS PRODUCT OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN.

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type
Color Availability

Tripoxy Primer is stocked in medium yellow.

Packaging

Part A:

  • 1 gallon cans
  • 5 gallon pails

Part B:

  • 1 gallon cans
  • 5 gallon pails
Order Code

Part A: 941P309
Part B: 941B
Individual products are identified by the product series number, followed by an identifier and color number.

Storage & Handling

Pot Life

ASTM D2196 Pot Life: [valid for qtys of 1 gallon or more]

50°F 60° F 77°F 85° F
4 hrs 4 hrs 4 hrs 3 hrs
Shipping and Handling
SHIPPING DESCRIPTION: [CFR 49]
Ground, Air, Vessel
Paint, 3, UN1263, PG II
Required Label
FLAMMABLE LIQUID
Required Marking PAINT UN1263
IMDG PACKAGING:  
FLAMMABLE LIQUID, class 3.2, UN1263, II  
IMDG STOWAGE: Category B
UNIFORM FIRE CODE: [CFR 29] CLASS I-B
STORAGE TEMPERATURE: 120° F max
SHELF LIFE: [warranted] 1 YEAR
HMIS RATINGS:
H - 2; F - 3; R - 0; PP - H