APPLICATION AIRLESS & AIR SPRAY
Pump 30 : 1 Spray Gun HET K3 RP
EP-GUARD 1500 Series can be applied by brush, roller, airspray, airless
and electrostatic. For all air spray and airless application, please refer to Fluid Hose
3/8” x 100’ Fluid Tip 1.2 - 1.8 ff* 1.2 - 1.8 ff*
the equipment manufacturer for guidance in achieving proper viscosity. maximum
Air Cap #410 / 414
311, 413, 515,
EP-GUARD
Tip Size Fluid Line 3/8” 3/8”
PRESSURE DRY FILM THICKNESS INTERCOAT 517 or equivalent TM
Pressure Pot 15 - 25 psi 40 psi
1500
1200 - 2400 PSI
PSI
minimum Atomizing Air 40 - 65 psi 36 psi
*Depending on application and film thickness
series
40 to 65lbs 3.0 to 4.0 mils 10 minutes
1 to 2 coats CURING SCHEDULE
Curing times are based on a 3.0-4.0 mils (75-100 microns). Let the film
flash off two hours after application. Higher film thickness, insufficient
ventilation or cooler temperature will require a longer curing time and
MULTIPLE APPLICATIONS TABLE could result in solvent entrapment and premature failure of the film.
Excessive humidity levels (85%+) or condensation on the substrate might
interfere with the curing process leading to a discoloration and poor film
EPOXY
TOP COAT CLEAR FINISHES
GLASS-GUARD 2820 SERIE quality. In which case the paint job will have to be redone. The maximum
recoat time is 30 days without any additional surface preparation. Contact
TOP COAT COLOR FINISHES technical services for recommendations and test results.
GLASS-GUARD 2800 SERIE
GLASS-GUARD 2850 SEMI-GLOSS SERIES Catalyst 161-49C 161-80C ALKALY RESISTANT
SURFACER AND BUILDER PRIMERS
EPOXY 1400, 1500 AND 1700 SERIES
Between Coats
Dry to Touch
10 min.
3 hours
10 min.
1 hour
HYDROPHOBIC COATING
PRIME-SHIELD MC 4390
VINYL-SHIELD 7342 To Recoat 3 hours 1 hour
SUBSTRATE PREPARATION PRODUCTS Hard 12 hours 8 hours
GS 9020S
Fully Cured 7 days 7 days
A.G.A. 2000
GS 202
DEFINITIONS AND REGULATIONS
IMPORTANT NOTICE : Canadian VOC regulations do not apply in the
Looking for the perfect solution to your painting project? Call us same way for automotive applications as for architectural applications.
at 1-800-361-6652 The permissible VOC contents in grams per
liter (g/l) vary considerably according to the
types of applications as well as the various
forms of activities. For example, the application
of coatings is governed by the two regulations
NOT RECOMMENDED FOR listed below, everywhere in Canada, except
in manufacturing, marine, railway or military.
• Aluminum or stainless which are not properly conditioned.
To easily identify the recommended and VOC
• In Canada as a: Automotive Primer Surfacer: As an alternative for compliant Glass Shield products, please visit
this purpose, we strongly recommend using the 1420 epoxy or the www.Glass-Shield.com/COV. In this section
MC-4390 or the MC-46704 which are VOC compliant for this type of you will find two tables showing the maximum VOC content permitted
application. Refer to the Rules & regulations section of this document. under the Automotive Application Regulations (SOR/2009-197) and
the Architectural Applications Regulations (SOR/2009-264). We have
designed these interactive and informative tools to help you easily
identify the Glass Shield products that are specifically recommended
for each book and are fully compliant with applicable standards.
For any additional information about a particular application,
contact the technical department at 1-800-361-6652 or CAN
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[email protected] from Monday to Friday between 8:00
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In doubt? Contact technical services at 1-800-361-6652 for proper guid-
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DISCLAIMER: All information is given in good faith. Since conditions of use are beyond the manufacturer’s
controls, all information contained herein is without warranty, implied or otherwise. All technical data
and specifications are subject to change. Please consult with your Glass Shield representative for more
detailed coating recommendations.
Revised October 2021
*Conditions may apply; refer to the “Definitions and regulations” or visit our website at : www.Glass-Shield.com/VOC
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PRODUCT FEATURES TECHNICAL DATA PERFORMANCE INFORMATION
• Ideal for use on substrates exposed to potentially Coating Type Two componemt polyamide epoxy
damp or wet conditions Specific Test ASTM Results
Colour grey, white, red, black, yellow
• Excellent adhesion on a wide variety of substrates
including fiberglass, plastic, steel, concrete, properly Gloss (ASTM D523) 60° +/- 5° Mar Resistance D5178 2500 - 2000 grams
prepared stainless steel, properly prepared aluminum Flexibility (Mandrel) D522 Pass 1/4 inch
Part A: 2.84L / 11.34L
Packaging
• Creates a water tight barrier which also resists many Part B: .946L / 3.78L D2297 / 2294 /
chemical agents Impact Resistance: direct 80 lbs pi
G-14
Part A: 5 years
Shelf Life
• Up to 30 days recoat time without the need to be Part B: 2 years Elcometer (pull test) D4541 >1000 lbs with polyurethane 2800 series
sanded (some conditions apply; please consult the
Flashpoint (ASTM D93) 26º C (79º F) Water Resistance (immersion) D870-97 Pass
technical support to inquire about the best practices)
Mixing Ratio 3 : 1 per volume
GS 161-49C: 20 minutes
SUGGESTED USE Induction Time
GS 161-80C: None
GS 161-49C: 6 hours
• Ideal for water treatment facilities and food processing Hardener and Pot Life
GS 161-80C: 3 hours
• Wide variety of substrates which require an excellent Volatile Organic Compound
SURFACE PREPARATION MIXING AND THINNING
2.77 lbs/gal (333 g/l)
adhesion in severe conditions. (VOC) Mix part A thoroughly, add catalyst Part B (GS 161-49C or GS 161-80C)
Prior to the application of EP-Guard 1500 Series, make sure that the
and mix slowly until homogeneous. If using regular catalyst GS 161-49C,
• Ideal for submerged or damp environments Solids (ASTM D1644)
By weight: 70% +/- 5% substrate is free of dirt, dust, salt deposit, oil, grease, rust, paint and
By volume: 50% +/- 5% allow a 30 minute induction time before applying the product. If using
other foreign contaminants. The minimum suggested surface preparation
• Steel is SSPC-SP-2 or SSPC-SP-3 prescribed by the Steel Structure Painting
fast catalyst GS 161-80C, no induction time is needed. Thinning is not
75-100 Microns dry usually required, although, if needed, the product may be diluted with
• Properly conditionned Stainless Steel grade #304 Recommended Film Thickness Council. The recommended standard is SSPC-SP-6 (commercial blast).
(3.0 - 4.0 mils dry) Glass-Shield thinners up to a maximum of 5%. The addition of thinner
For aluminum substrate, surface must be well prepared and primed may impact the VOC content. Before adding thinner, refer to local VOC
• Properly prepared aluminium 19.5 m2 / L at 25 microns dry and air quality regulations. If in doubt, consult a Glass Shield technician
Theoretical Coverage with a vinyl wash primer; Glass-Shield VINYL-SHIELD 7342 in order to
• Fiberglass 851 Pi² / Gal US at 1 mil +/- 5% promote proper adhesion. regarding the VOC limit allowed for the job to be carried out. Any solvent
addition must be made after the induction time. Pot life of the mixed
• Plastic Brush, roller, conventional airspray
material is 6 hours at 77°F (25°C), higher temperatures will reduce the
Application Method PACKAGING, HANDLING & STORAGE pot life of the product and lower temperatures will have the opposite
• Concrete and airless
effect.
• In the nautical field for marine environment below the
water line Temperature Resitance 100°C (212°F) in service CATALYST INDUCTION THINNER VISCOSITY POT LIFE
Shipping Weight 1 gallon: 4 gallons:
GS UC-500S* - regular (approximate) 11 lbs / 5kg +/- 5% 44 lbs / 20 kg +/- 5%
• Any basins used for drinking water or wastewater Thinner GS UC-555S - 0 g/l VOC - fast
ZAHN
CUP
retention GS UC-557S - 0 g/l VOC - slow #2
Storage Indoors 10° - 35° C / 50° - 95° F
• Automotive applications as per articles 2, 4, 9 and 10 Accelerator Not required when using 161-80C
(reference to SOR/2009-197 official document) of the *Adding GS UC-500S thinner may increase VOC content over 340g/l;
3:1 161-49C : 30min 5% 22 to 38 dry 3 to 6 hrs
161-80C : none
“Definitions and regulations” section of this document. please refer to local VOC regulations regarding the painting work to be
done. www.Glass-Shield.com/VOC
• Architectural applications as per articles 24, 31, 40, 49
& 50 (reference to SOR/2009-264 official document) SALT SPRAY
of the “Definitions and regulations” section of this CHEMICAL RESISTANCE (spot tests)
document.
Specific Test* ASTM Results
Specific Test ASTM Results System EP 1500 +
B117 2000 hours
polyurethane 2800**
Solvent D1308 Very good *All results based on Glass-Guard white polyurethane (2800002)
**All results based on 4 mils of EP-GUARD 1500 and 3 mils of Glass-
Acids D1308 Very good
Guard white polyurethane 2800 series.
Alkali D1308 Very good
Oil / Grease D1308 Very good
Detergent D1308 Excellent
Water D1308 Excellent
EP-GUARD
1500
series
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