ABCOLUX 18 HS
High Solids Coat Tar Epoxy
PRODUCT A two component, high solids coat tar epoxy anti-corrosive coating.
DESCRIPTION
DESIGN An anti-corrosive protective coating that is ideal for total, partial or intermittent submerged
FEATURES structures such as pilings, protons, jetties, dock gates etc.
Outstanding anti-corrosive performance with excellent fresh and sweater resistance.
Compatible with cathodic protection.
Good abrasion resistance.
Able to withstand wet heat of up to 60°C.
Able to achieve 400 microns dry film build in a single coat application.
PHYSICAL
Recommended Application Data Wet (μm) Dry (μm) M2/ltr
CHARACTERISTIC Theoretical Coverage 150 125 6.64
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Specific Gravity 1.5 ± 0.1 Kg/ltr
Volume solids 83% (based on ASTM D2697)
Dry Film Thickness Range 125 μm to 400 μm
Flash Point 36 °C
Finish Matt
Colour Range Brown / Black
Standard Packing Size 5 litres set (1.67 litres Base : 3.33 litres Hardener)
20 liters set (6.67 liters Base : 13.33 liters Hardener)
Mix Ratio (by volume) 1 Base : 2 Hardener
VOC 180 grams / ltr
Shelf Life (cool & dry place) 12 months
Temperature Up to 60 °C
APPLICATION AIRLESS SPRAY Tip Size : 0.58 - 0.63 mm ( 23 – 25 thou )
METHOD
Pressure : 140 – 165 kg/cm2 (2000 – 2400 psi )
CONVENTIONAL AIR Possible application method. May required\ additional dilution to
SPRAY achieve good atomisation.
BRUSH OR ROLLER May be used. However, additional coats may be required to
achieve the recommended film thickness. Suitable for stripe
coating, weld-seams, edges, corners, rivets, etc.
DRYING &
Substrate Touch Dry Hard Dry Overcoating Interval Pot Life
CURING TIME
Temperature Minimum Maximum
26 °C 2 hours 12 hours 16 hours 5 days 3 hours
32 °C 1.5 hours 10 hours 14 hours 4 days 2.5 hours
36 °C 1 hour 8 hours 12 hours 3 days 2 hours
40 °C 45 minutes 6 hours 10 hours 3 days 1.5 hours
USEFUL THINNER : ABCOTHINNER 7 – 44 (Maximum 20% addition)
INFORMATION CLEANER : ABCOTHINNER 7 – 77
STORAGE : Store in a cool dry shaded area.
SURFACE The service life span and the service performance of ABCOLUX 18HS are directly related to the
PREPARATION degree of surface preparation.
STEEL
This product should be applied to a surface that has been blast cleaned. It can be applied either
directly to steel or to a suitability prime surface (e.g. with ABCOLUX 610 or ABCO ZINC 685).
• Remove all wax, oil and grease in accordance with the guidelines given by SSPC-SP1.
• Where necessaries remove weld spatter and round off all rough weld seams and sharp
edges to a smooth surface.
• Abrasive blast clean to minimum standard of 2½ (ISO 8501-1:1988) or SSPC-SP10.
• Any surface defects revealed by cleaning should be rectified in a suitable manner.
• Ensure that the surface to be over-coated is clean, dry, free from dust, grease and oil, or
any other surface contaminants.
• An average surface profile of 50 –75 microns is acceptable.
• Apply Abcolux 18HS immediately after blasting to prevent oxidation and recontamination of
the steel surface. In case of oxidation or recontamination, re-blast to the required standard.
CONCRETE
• Ensure that the surface is sound. Remove laitance by thorough wire-brushing, acid etching
or sweep blasting. Blowholes and other defect should be filled with Solventless Epoxy
Filler. The first coat must be thinned by 20% for direct application to concrete.
To avoid condensation of moisture onto substrate prior to coating application, relative humidity
should not exceed 85% and substrate temperature should be more than 3ºC above Dew Point.
TYPICAL Substrate
COATING Priming 2 nd Coat 3 rd Coat
Surface
SPECIFICATION STEEL ABCO ZINC ABCOLUX ABCOLUX
Abrasive Blasted-Sa 2½ 685 18HS 18HS
CONCRETE ABCOTAR 17HS ABCOLUX ABCOLUX
(thinned 20%) 18HS 18HS
NOTES • The coating specifications given above are typical. For specific recommendations to suit
individual applications, please refer to your ABCO Paints representative.
• Common to all epoxies this product will experience chalking on prolonged exposure to
sunlight. However, this phenomenon is not detrimental to coating performance.
• Exposure to vary low temperatures, high humidity or water pounding during and / or
immediately after application may result in incomplete cure and / or discolouration that may
compromise subsequent inter-coat adhesion.
SAFETY This product contains coal tar pitch.
PRECAUTION Avoid contact with eyes and skin. Wear suitable protective clothing such overalls,
goggles, dust mask and gloves. Use barrier cream.
Ensure that there is adequate ventilation in the area where the product Is being applied. Do not
breathe in vapour or spray mist.
This product is flammable. Keep away from sources of ignition. Do not smoke.
Take precautionary measures against static discharge.
In case of fire, blanket flames with foam, carbon dioxide or dry chemicals.
FIRST AID Eyes : In the event of accidental splashes, flush eyes with warm water
immediately and seek medical advice.
Skin : Wash skin thoroughly with soap and water or approved industrial cleaner.
Do Note Use solvents or thinners.
Inhalation : Remove to fresh air, loosen collar and keep patient rested.
Ingestion : In case of accidental ingestion, DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING. Obtain
immediate medical attention.
For further safety information, please refer to our Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)
The information provided on this data sheet is not intended to be complete and provided as general advice
DISCLAIMER only. It is the responsibility of the user to ensure that the product is suitable for the purpose for which he
wishes to use it. As we have no control over the treatment of the product, the standard of surface preparation
of the substrate, or other factors affecting the use of this product, we are not responsible for its performance
or would we accept any liability whatsoever or howsoever arising from the use of this product unless
specifically agreed to in writing by us. The information contained in this data sheet may be modified by us
from time to time, and without notice, in the light of our experience and continuous product development.
