PRODUCT DATA SHEET March 20, 2019 (Revision of January 16, 2019)

SIGMALINE™ 2500

DESCRIPTION
Two-component, solvent-free amine cured novolac phenolic epoxy coating

PRINCIPAL CHARACTERISTICS
• One-coat system direct to metal for pipe internals and externals
• Excellent resistance to cathodic protection
• Excellent resistance to crude oil up to 120°C (250°F)
• Glossy and smooth appearance
• Reduced explosion risk and fire hazard
• Fast-curing, especially when applied to preheated substrates
• Can be applied to rotating pipes at a dry-film thickness (DFT) up to 600 µm (24.0 mils) at a substrate temperature up to
90°C (194°F)

COLOR AND GLOSS LEVEL

• Dark brown
• Gloss

BASIC DATA AT 20°C (68°F)

Data for mixed product

Number of components Two

Mass density 1.5 kg/l (12.5 lb/US gal)

Volume solids 100%

VOC (Supplied) Directive 1999/13/EC, SED: max. 83.0 g/kg

max. 125.0 g/l (approx. 1.0 lb/US gal)
Recommended dry film thickness 600 - 1000 µm (24.0 - 40.0 mils)

Theoretical spreading rate 1.7 m²/l for 600 µm (67 ft²/US gal for 24.0 mils)
1.0 m²/l for 1000 µm (40 ft²/US gal for 40.0 mils)
Dry to touch 30 minutes at 60 °C (140°F)

Overcoating Interval Minimum: 3 hours

Maximum: 1 month
Full cure after 48 hours

Shelf life Base: at least 24 months when stored cool and dry
Hardener: at least 24 months when stored cool and dry

Notes:
- See ADDITIONAL DATA – Overcoating intervals
- See ADDITIONAL DATA – Curing time

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RECOMMENDED SUBSTRATE CONDITIONS AND TEMPERATURES

Substrate conditions
• Steel; blast cleaned to a minimum of ISO-Sa2½ (SSPC SP-10), blasting profile 50 – 100 µm (2.0 – 4.0 mils)

Substrate temperature and application conditions

• Substrate temperature during application and curing should be above 15°C (59°F)
• Substrate temperature during application and curing should be at least 3°C (5°F) above dew point
• Substrate temperature during automatic application between 40°C (104°F) and 60°C (140°F) is recommended, which will
ensure good curing and appearance

INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE

Mixing ratio by volume: base to hardener 80:20 (4:1)
• Application with twin-feed hot airless spray equipment

Induction time
None

Pot life
5 minutes at 50°C (122°F)

Note: See ADDITIONAL DATA – Pot life

Airless spray
• Twin-feed, hot airless spray
• Pumping viscosity is achieved at 40°C (104°F) to 60°C (140°F)
• Temperature in the mixing unit must be between 40°C - 70°C (104°F - 158°F)

Recommended thinner
No thinner should be added

Nozzle orifice
Approx. 0.48 – 0.78 mm (0.019 – 0.031 in)

Nozzle pressure
At 40°C (104°F) paint temperature min. 19.0 MPa (approx. 190 bar; 2756 p.s.i.). At 60°C (140°F) min. 15.0 MPa (approx. 150 bar;
2176 p.s.i.)

Note: Sag resistance depends on both paint and substrate temperature. Film build can be optimized by applying multiple
passes wet-in-wet after allowing the previous pass to set

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Brush/roller
• Only for touch-up and spot repair

Recommended thinner
No thinner should be added

Cleaning solvent
THINNER 90-83 (preferred) or THINNER 90-53

Cleaning procedures
• All application equipment must be cleaned immediately after use
• Paint inside the spraying equipment must be removed before the pot life has been expired

ADDITIONAL DATA

Spreading rate and film thickness

DFT Theoretical spreading rate

600 µm (24.0 mils) 1.7 m²/l (67 ft²/US gal)

800 µm (32.0 mils) 1.3 m²/l (50 ft²/US gal)
1000 µm (40.0 mils) 1.0 m²/l (40 ft²/US gal)

Overcoating interval for DFT up to 600 µm (24.0 mils)

Overcoating with... Interval 20°C (68°F) 30°C (86°F) 40°C (104°F)

itself Minimum 3 hours 1.5 hours 1 hour

Maximum 1 month 1 month 1 month

Notes:
- Adequate ventilation must be maintained during application and curing (please refer to INFORMATION SHEETS 1433 and 1434)
- When exposed to sunlight maximum interval is 2 days for all mentioned temperatures

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Curing time for DFT up to 600 µm (24.0 mils)

Substrate temperature Dry to handle Full cure

20°C (68°F) 3 hours 48 hours

30°C (86°F) 1.5 hours 24 hours
40°C (104°F) 1 hour 12 hours
50°C (122°F) 40 minutes 6 hours
60°C (140°F) 30 minutes 3 hours
70°C (158°F) 20 minutes 2 hours
90°C (194°F) 10 minutes 1 hour

Note: Adequate ventilation must be maintained during application and curing (please refer to INFORMATION SHEETS 1433 and
1434)

Pot life (at application viscosity)

Mixed product temperature Pot life

20°C (68°F) 20 minutes

50°C (122°F) 5 minutes
60°C (140°F) 4 minutes
70°C (158°F) 3 minutes

Note: Due to exothermic reaction, temperature during and after mixing may increase

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
• For paint and recommended thinners see INFORMATION SHEETS 1430, 1431 and relevant Material Safety Data Sheets
• Although this is a solvent-free paint, care should be taken to avoid inhalation of spray mist, as well as contact between the
wet paint and exposed skin or eyes
• Ventilation should be provided in confined spaces to maintain good visibility

WORLDWIDE AVAILABILITY
It is always the aim of PPG Protective and Marine Coatings to supply the same product on a worldwide basis. However, slight
modification of the product is sometimes necessary to comply with local or national rules/circumstances. Under these
circumstances an alternative product data sheet is used.

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REFERENCES
• CONVERSION TABLES INFORMATION SHEET 1410
• EXPLANATION TO PRODUCT DATA SHEETS INFORMATION SHEET 1411
• SAFETY INDICATIONS INFORMATION SHEET 1430
• SAFETY IN CONFINED SPACES AND HEALTH SAFETY, EXPLOSION HAZARD – INFORMATION SHEET 1431
TOXIC HAZARD
• SAFE WORKING IN CONFINED SPACES INFORMATION SHEET 1433
• DIRECTIVES FOR VENTILATION PRACTICE INFORMATION SHEET 1434
• CLEANING OF STEEL AND REMOVAL OF RUST INFORMATION SHEET 1490
• SPECIFICATION FOR MINERAL ABRASIVES INFORMATION SHEET 1491
• SURFACE PREPARATION OF STEEL PIPES AND FITTINGS SHOP APPLICATION INFORMATION SHEET 1492
• INTERNAL CHEMICAL CLEANING OF STEEL PIPES IN-SITU APPLICATION INFORMATION SHEET 1493
• RELATIVE HUMIDITY – SUBSTRATE TEMPERATURE – AIR TEMPERATURE INFORMATION SHEET 1650

WARRANTY
PPG warrants (i) its title to the product, (ii) that the quality of the product conforms to PPG’s specifications for such product in effect at the time of manufacture and (iii) that the product shall be delivered free of the
rightful claim of any third person for infringement of any U.S. patent covering the product. THESE ARE THE ONLY WARRANTIES THAT PPG MAKES AND ALL OTHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES, UNDER
STATUTE OR ARISING OTHERWISE IN LAW, FROM A COURSE OF DEALING OR USAGE OF TRADE, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION, ANY OTHER WARRANTY OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR USE,
ARE DISCLAIMED BY PPG. Any claim under this warranty must be made by Buyer to PPG in writing within five (5) days of Buyer’s discovery of the claimed defect, but in no event later than the expiration of the
applicable shelf life of the product, or one year from the date of the delivery of the product to the Buyer, whichever is earlier. Buyer’s failure to notify PPG of such non-conformance as required herein shall bar
Buyer from recovery under this warranty.

LIMITATIONS OF LIABILITY
IN NO EVENT WILL PPG BE LIABLE UNDER ANY THEORY OF RECOVERY (WHETHER BASED ON NEGLIGENCE OF ANY KIND, STRICT LIABILITY OR TORT) FOR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES IN ANY WAY RELATED TO, ARISING FROM, OR RESULTING FROM ANY USE MADE OF THE PRODUCT. The information in this sheet is intended for guidance only and is based upon
laboratory tests that PPG believes to be reliable. PPG may modify the information contained herein at any time as a result of practical experience and continuous product development. All recommendations or
suggestions relating to the use of the PPG product, whether in technical documentation, or in response to a specific inquiry, or otherwise, are based on data, which to the best of PPG’s knowledge, is reliable. The
product and related information is designed for users having the requisite knowledge and industrial skills in the industry and it is the end-user’s responsibility to determine the suitability of the product for its own
particular use and it shall be deemed that Buyer has done so, as its sole discretion and risk. PPG has no control over either the quality or condition of the substrate, or the many factors affecting the use and
application of the product. Therefore, PPG does not accept any liability arising from any loss, injury or damage resulting from such use or the contents of this information (unless there are written agreements
stating otherwise). Variations in the application environment, changes in procedures of use, or extrapolation of data may cause unsatisfactory results. This sheet supersedes all previous versions and it is the
Buyer’s responsibility to ensure that this information is current prior to using the product. Current sheets for all PPG Protective & Marine Coatings Products are maintained at www.ppgpmc.com. The English text of
this sheet shall prevail over any translation thereof.

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