ZINCFIX® ZINC RICH EPOXY FOR DAMAGED STEEL COATINGS

Zincfix® is an organic bound zinc rich coating containing >80% metal. It is applied to clean steel and hot dip galvanized
surfaces to form an adherent anti-corrosive layer in excess of 100 microns thick. Zincfix® combines the convenience
of squish pack technology with the chemistry of modern solvent free epoxies.

Packaging
The product is supplied in a sealed, 2 compartment, reinforced
plastic pouch. It is easy and clean to mix and use, it ensures
Standard Colour Availability
exact mixing and 100% reproducibility. The mixing process
takes place within the sealed container, thus the user is not Metallic grey
exposed to the contents until the pack is cut open ready for use.
PRODUCT INFORMATION
Product Description Volume Solids 100%

Two component, solvent free, zinc rich, epoxy repair coating % Zinc in Dry Film >80%
for galvanizing.
Film Thickness (Typical) Wet 100μm

Product Background Over 6mm Dry 100μm

When suitably cleaned steel is dipped in molten zinc at 450°C Theoretical 10 m2 per litre at stated volume
Spreading Rate solids at a DFT of 100μm
a coating comprising a series of iron/zinc alloy layers,
over-coated with relatively pure zinc, is formed. The hot dip Temperature Resistance Continuous dry temperature 120°C
galvanized coating provides a barrier against corrosion but Number of Components 2 component “squish pack”
additionally, provides sacrificial protection when the coating
is site cut, welded or mechanically damaged. In order to Pot Life 30 minutes at 25°C at 65% RH

prevent this sacrificial protection property prematurely Density 3.6 +/- 0.1 kg per litre
consuming the surrounding coating, repair of the damaged
coating using Zincfix® is recommended.

Product Features
• The mixing of small packs reduces waste and the product is
visible at all times.
• Although the medium grey metallic colour of Zincfix® will
stand out on the bright shiny surface of newly exposed zinc,
it will blend into a very similar finish once the stable matt Mixing
grey zinc carbonate film has formed.
• Zincfix® is resistant to white rust as the metal is bound Number of Components
by the epoxy binder. The product is resistant to 1000 hours Supplied as a 100 gram, 2-compartment
humidity and 1000 hours salt spray resistance at a pouch with the individual components
thickness of 400 microns, with very little whitening. separated by removable seals.
• Zincfix® is an excellent anti corrosive primer for steel and
is ideal for rust prevention and repair of corroded steel. It Mixing
can be applied as a single coat and can be over-coated with
The product is mixed by removal of the seal
any kind of conventional painting system.
and rubbing and squashing the components
• Zincfix® can be used as a repair and build-up material for
together inside the pouch. The contents will
minor automotive coating repairs e.g. – scratches, stone
start to heat up after 10 minutes (exothermic
chips and small dents. Being very dense, the product
reaction) and must be used within 25 minutes
exhibits very low shrinkage and is more adherent than
of mixing.
conventional polyester body fillers. It can also be used to
imbed fibreglass tissue for rust perforation repairs.
Method of mixing and application Health & Safety
Avoid contact with the skin by using gloves, barrier
Remove the temporary seal between the zinc creams and facemask. If the product comes into
powder epoxy and the curing agent (clear liquid) contact with the skin, wash immediately with
by pulling on the packet in both directions until the lukewarm water and soap: if the eyes are affected,
rubber seal pops out. Squeeze the curing agent into flush with water or diluted boric acid solution and
the zinc powder epoxy compartment. seek medical attention at once.

Move the contents backwards and forwards to Packaging

effect complete mixing for approximately 5 minutes. Supplied in cartons of 10 units. Each unit consists of
It is recommended that the squish pack be placed a 100gram, 2-compartment pouch with the individual

®
components separated by removable seals. Each unit
on a flat surface and “ironed” backwards and

ZINCFIX
is protected by an outer metallized foil pouch.
forwards using the flat surface of the channel from
the temporary seal.
Surface Preparation
Ensure that all the material is squeezed out of the Degrease steel surfaces followed by a high-pressure
corners into the centre of the packet and thoroughly water rinse.
mixed in with the contents. Method
To apply: a) Hot dip galvanized surfaces (repair of defects) –
Cut the corner off the mixed packet and squeeze surfaces must be abraded for a minimum distance
(radius) of 25mm from the defect using 220#
sufficient material out to coat the area to be prepared.
waterproof emery paper (or finer) and water as a
Spread the material with a stiff bristle brush or a plastic lubricant. The defect should be exposed to bare
(polypropylene) applicator. The contents of the packet metal but the size should be kept as small as
are sufficient to coat approximately 0.28 m2 at a dry possible. Immediately after abrasion, wipe the
film thickness of 100μm. surface clean and apply the premixed repair
material WITHIN the abraded area. Do not overlap
DO NOT: the ‘patch’ onto un-abraded galvanizing.
b) Steel Surfaces – surfaces to be coated should be
Attempt to use the product after the pot-life has abraded to clean, bright metal, free of oils and
been exceeded. This product is designed for a 30 any other contaminants. Optimum performance is
minute pot-life at 25°C. The pot life will be shorter obtained by application to abrasive blast cleaned
at higher temperatures and longer at lower surfaces prepared to minimum Sa2½ in
temperatures. Wetting of the substrate is important accordance with ISO 8501-1.
for adhesion – when the product is too thick (at the
end of its pot-life) it is recommended to discard the Limitations
material and mix a new packet. The product will chalk on prolonged exterior exposure.
The product will cure below a temperature of 8°C.
Drying:
The product will harden within 2 hours and will be Disclaimer
Whilst we endeavor to ensure that all advice we give about the product is correct, the
usable or can be overcoated within 6 hours. information given in this data sheet is not intended to be exhaustive and any person using
the product for any purpose other than that recommended in this sheet without first
obtaining written confirmation from us as to the suitability of the product for the intended
Thinning: purpose does so entirely at his own risk. As conditions of use, method of application and
The material is supplied at a brushing viscosity. suitability of the substrate prior to painting are beyond our control, no guarantee is is
implied by the recommendations contained herein. We therefore do not accept any liability
Thinners must NOT be used with this product. whatsoever or howsoever arising from the performance of this product or for any loss or
damage arising out of the use of this product. The information contained in this sheet is
liable to modification from time to time in the light of experience and ongoing product
Cleaner: development programs. It is the users responsibility to ensure that this sheet is current prior
Any commercially recommended thinners may be used. to using the product.

Application Environment
Surface Ambient Relative
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Temperature Temperature Humidity HELPLINE 0800 425 848nd ion
MIN 10°C* 8°C 40%
Perry Grating
MAX 45°C 45°C 95% 119 Oropi Road,Greerton
Tauranga
New Zealand
Drying Time Enquiry: grating@perry.co.nz

Overcoating Interval
Touch Dry Dry to
handle
Full
Cure
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Minimum Maximum
2 hours at 6 hours at
25°C for 6 hours
25°C at 65% 48 hours at 25°C at 7 Days
75μm at 65% RH
65% RH RH