Generic Type Organic Zinc-Rich Epoxy

Description

Low VOC organic zinc epoxy steel primer with extremely fast cure-to-topcoat characteristics for in-
shop applications and quick turnaround requirements in the field. Carbozinc 859 has less than 3

lbs/gallon (359.5 g/l) VOC (thinned) and is used extensively in virtually all industrial markets.

Features

• Meets Class B slip co-efficient and creep testing criteria for use on faying surfaces
• Rapid cure. Dry to recoat in 30 minutes at 75°F (24°C) and 50% relative humidity.
• Complies with SSPC Paint 20 (Type II)
• Low temperature cure down to 35°F (2°C)
• Excellent adhesion
• Protects against undercutting corrosion
• Field proven primer that applies well by spray methods
• Excellent touch-up primer by brush or roll for small areas.
• VOC compliant to current AIM regulations
• Approved for MPI #20

Color Green (0300); Gray (0700)

Finish Flat

Primer Self Priming

Dry Film Thickness

3 – 5 mils (76 – 127 microns) per coat
Dry film thickness in excess of 10.0 mils (250 microns) per coat is not recommended.

Total Zinc Dust in Dry
Film
By Weight: 81%

Solids Content

By Volume 66% +/- 2%
Tested in accordance with ASTM D2697.

Theoretical Coverage
Rate
1059 ft2/gal at 1.0 mils (26.0 m2/l at 25 microns)
353 ft2/gal at 3.0 mils (8.7 m2/l at 75 microns)
212 ft2/gal at 5.0 mils (5.2 m2/l at 125 microns)
Allow for loss in mixing and application.

VOC Values

Thinner 236 E : 13 oz/gal: 2.72 lbs/gal (326 g/l)
Thinner 2 : 13 oz/gal: 3.12 lbs./gal (374 g/l)
Thinner 33 : 13 oz/gal: 3.15 lbs./gal (378 g/l)
As Supplied : 2.72 lbs./gal (326 g/l)
These are nominal values.
*Use Thinner 76 for projects requiring non-photochemically reactive solvents.

Dry Temp. Resistance Continuous: 400°F (204°C)
Non-Continuous: 425°F (218°C)

Topcoats

Acrylics, epoxies, polyurethanes and others as recommended by your Carboline sales
representative.
Under certain conditions, a mist coat is required to minimize topcoat bubbling.