Epo-chem™

RS 500P
Epoxy Solvent-free Primer System

Unique Solvent-free, Wet & Rust Tolerant Epoxy Primer/Finish

PRODUCT FEATURES
• Compatible: Coating compatible with virtually
• Surface tolerant: Surpasses any ‘so called’ every coal-tar epoxy coating or other traditional
surface tolerant material, hence it is called ballast tank paints.
rust tolerant. Ideal for poorly and hand prepared
surfaces (St 2 or WJ-4). • Compatible with all epoxy shop primers.

• Moisture tolerant: Surpasses any ‘so called’ • Cost effective: Substantial cost savings are
moisture tolerant material, hence it is called achieved due to minimal surface preparation,
wet tolerant. The product can be applied in any lack of supportive equipment (dehumidifiers,
humidity and on really wet and sweating surfaces. ventilators, heaters, etc) and quick back-in-
service time (tank is operational within
• Solvent-free: 100% solid, no ventilation, 6 - 12 hours after application).
dehumidification or heating required. No fire
hazard during application or storage. • Unlimited over-coating: Ultimate product for
start/stop maintenance projects.
• Any surface preparation method: Choose the
most convenient/cost effective system, e.g. • Can cure underwater - reducing back-in-service
grit-blast, wet-blast, HP water-jetting (500-800 times.
bar), UHP or mechanical.
• Available in tropical grade RS 500P-TG

APPLICATION CERTIFICATES/APPROVALS
• Extensively used as solvent-free tank lining in • ABS Certified: Ballast Tank Maintenance Coating
Petrochemical, Offshore and Marine Industries
• IMO Approval: Ballast Tank Coating
• Tanks - Ballast, Crude & Refined Oil and Potable
Water • Lloyd’s Approval: Ballast Tank Maintenance Coating
• Structures, Pipes (including sweating pipes)
• Splash zones, Jetties, Tidal zones, Swimming pools • Lloyd’s Type Approval - New Build Applications
• New Builds (on Shop Primed Steel) (Bare Steel and Shop Primers)
• Stainless Steel, New & Aged Galvanized Steel

Rev: June 2018

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PRODUCT DATA
General: Discolouration and fading of colour can occur on exposure to UV, in line with all
epoxies. For decorative colour finish, apply one of Chemco’s special topcoats.
Colour: Standard medium grey; limited range of colours available on request.
Volume solids: 100%
Mix ratio: Mix part A (resin RS 500P) and part B (hardener HR 500P) in proportionate weights
as supplied.
5 kgs 20 kgs
RS 500P (Part A): 4.18 16.72
HR 500P (Part B): 0.82 3.28
Cure: Cross-linking polymerisation.
Typical thickness range: 50 - 250 microns per coat.
6.25m²/kg @ 100 microns.
Theoretical coverage:
(Allow for application losses, surface irregularities, etc).

Temperature resistance: Maximum 60ºC (immersed).

Pack sizes: 5 and 20 kgs (other pack sizes available on request).

Typical density: 1.6 ± 0.1

Flash point:
RS 500P (Part A): >125ºC
HR 500P (Part B): 105ºC

APPLICATION DATA
Method: Airless spray, brush or roller.

Thinner: T5 (not required).

Use 2.5 - 5% for spray application in cold conditions and/or long hoses over 50m.
Do not use thinners in potable water application.
Cleaner: S11A
Minimum: Touch dry.
Recoating interval:
Maximum: Unlimited.
RS 500P 15ºC 30ºC RS 500P-TG 15ºC 30ºC
Pot life (minutes)*: 65 30 140 65
Drying time (hours)*: Touch dry: 4-8 2-4 8 - 12 4-8
Hard dry: 12 - 16 6-8 24 12 - 16

*Depending on environmental factors such as humidity, airflow, etc.

APPLICATION
Constituents: Two pack epoxy system consisting of base resin and hardener.

Mixing: Part A (resin) and part B (hardener) are supplied in separate containers.
Always mix part A prior to addition of part B.
Part mixing is not recommended unless accurate scales are available.
Airless spray: Pump: Minimum 45:1 ratio (preferably 63:1), large volume delivery is essential
Tip size: (17 - 19 thou.) 60º angle, heavy duty reversible.
Tip pressure: 3,000 psi minimum.
Use ⅜" (10mm) hose to maximum 30m [½" (13mm) for longer distances] with
¼” (6mm) whip end.
Use as shorter line as possible. Remove all filters from the gun and pump.
Brush or roller: For inaccessible or awkward areas or when spray application is not required or
feasible.
Epo-chem™
RS 500P
Epoxy Solvent-free Primer System

Unique Solvent-free, Wet & Rust Tolerant Epoxy Primer/Finish

APPLICATION CONDITIONS
Min. Max.
Paint temperature: 10ºC 35ºC
Application ambient temperature: 5ºC 40ºC

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
Environmental conditions: There are no humidity or dew point restrictions.
Minimum ambient/steel temperature of 5ºC is required for effective cure.

SURFACE PREPARATION
Use in accordance with the standard Remove weld spatter, smooth weld seams and remove sharp edges by rounding
Worldwide Marine Specifications. to minimum radius of 2mm.
Abrasive blast: Min. Sa 1
Water-jetting: Min. WJ-4
Mechanical: Min. St 2
Surface profile: Min. 50 microns

Network Rail: Surface preparation for aged and new galvanised substrate (Network Rail Spec-
ification XO99).
Surface preparation for existing weathered paintwork (Network Rail Protective
Treatment XM9).
CLEANLINESS

Cleanliness: All surfaces to be coated must be clean and free from contamination. High
pressure fresh water wash or fresh water wash as appropriate; remove all grease,
oil, soluble contaminants and other foreign matter.

Residual dust levels: Must not exceed rating “1” for dust size classes ‘3’, ‘4’, or ‘5’ (ISO 8502-3:1993).

Residual soluble salt levels: Must not exceed 50mg/m².

LIMITATIONS
Pot life: Dependant on ambient and material temperature, the hotter the material the
shorter the pot life. Vigilant care and attention to pot life is required during
application. If gelling has started, do not apply.
Airless spraying: Preferably keep the material at room temperature when airless spraying.

Environmental conditions: Minimum steel/ambient temperature of 5ºC is required for effective curing of the
system.
At cold temperatures or wet conditions (during application) amine blooming may
occur; the discolouration does not affect the performance of the coating.
Safety precautions: It is the policy of CHEMCO INTERNATIONAL to ensure that its products are handled
and applied by professionally approved and skilled applicators. Application shall
be carried out in accordance with instructions contained in this data sheet and
referenced to CHEMCO INTERNATIONAL TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION MANUAL.
CHEMCO INTERNATIONAL management are intent on ensuring all work is carried
out in accordance with company HEALTH & SAFETY procedures and all materials
are handled with due care to COSHH regulations and instructions.
Storage: Store in cool, dry conditions (not less than 4ºC or above 20ºC). Keep away from
direct heat source and sunlight. When not using the material always replace the lid
on the container.
Shelf life: At least 24 months when stored in sealed containers at temperatures of not less
than 4ºC or above 20ºC. At temperatures above, refer to manufacturer for advice.

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