PROTECTIVE COATINGS TECHNICAL DATA SHEET
NATIONAL GUARD TOPCOAT M.I.O.
DESCRIPTION A two-pack epoxy based topcoat pigmented with micaceous iron oxide.
It is resistance to water, chemicals and mineral oils. It also has high
resistance to abrasion and impact along with excellent barrier action due
to M.I.O. pigment.
RECOMMENDED USE Finishing coat for structural steel, exterior of storage tanks, bridges,
and towers.
TECHNICAL DATA
COLOURS Grey
FINISH Satin, Semi-Gloss
VOLUME SOLIDS 56 ± 2%
SPECIFIC GRAVITY KG/L 1.55 ± 0.05 (of mix)
THEORETICAL SPREADING RATE 11 M2/LTR.
RECOMMENDED (DFT) - MICRONS 50
RECOMMENDED (WFT) - MICRONS 90
DRYING TIME @ 30˚C Temperature, humidity, air movement, film thickness and
number of coats all affect the drying time.
Touch dry (hours) :4
Dry to recoat : Minimum 24 hrs. Maximum 5 day
Fully cured (days) :7
APPLICATION DATA
APPLICATION METHOD Airless Spray Air (Conv.) Spray Brush
THINNING (VOLUME) 5 - 10% 10 - 15% 10%
THINNER / CLEANER National Epoxy Thinner
AIRLESS SPRAY REQUIREMENTS Tip : 2200 PSI/0.019"
CONV. SPRAY REQUIREMENTS Atomizing Pressure : 40 PSI
MIXING RATIO (BY VOLUME) Base : Hardener : 4:1 (Mix thoroughly, mature for 15 - 20 minutes)
POT LIFE @ 30˚C 8 hours
RECOMMENDED SYSTEM No. of Coats x DFT (Microns)
Apply on degrease, blast clean - National Epoxy Red Oxide Primer 1 x 50
surface. - National Guard M.I.O. H.B. 1 x 100
- National Guard Topcoat M.I.O. 1 x 50
MISCELLANEOUS DATA
FLASH POINT (OF MIX) 25˚C
SHELF LIFE @ 30˚C 18 months in original sealed containers, with proper storage conditions.
NOTE : We warranty only the quality of our product and this data sheet is based on results obtained from experience
and tests. We reserve the right to change data without prior notice. For surface preparation, safety details,
refer specifier and safety data.
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