Universal Metal Primer

Product Data/Application Instructions

• Corrosion-resistant, high performance universal primer
• VOC-compliant, lead and chromate free
• Fast dry and economical
• Suitable under most strong solvent topcoats
• May also be used as a "barrier" coat over existing alkyd paints to prevent lifting by high performance topcoats
• Available in gray, red (brown oxide), and off-white

Typical Uses

A fast dry, interior-exterior corrosion resistant phenolic alkyd primer formulated for application directly to ferrous metal. May be topcoated with a variety of finishes including epoxy, urethane, conventional alkyd and latex products. Not recommended for non-ferrous metals such as galvanized, aluminum or for use in immersion service. This product is lead and chromate free.

Surface Preparation

Surface must be free of moisture, grease or other contaminants. Remove loose paint, mill scale, rust, etc by hand tool cleaning (SP2), power tool cleaning (SP3) or abrasive blasting.

Application Equipment

The following is a guide; suitable equipment from other manufacturers may be used. Changes in pressure and tip size may be needed for proper spray characteristics.

• Airless spray – Standard equipment with a 30:1 pump ratio or larger, with a 0.013-0.019-inch fluid tip.
• Conventional spray – Industrial equipment such as DeVilbiss MBC or JGA gun, with 704 or 765 air cap and fluid tip E. Use moisture and oil trap in main air supply line and separate regulators for air and fluid pressure.
• Brush – Natural bristle only.
• Roller – Industrial cover with Phenolic core.

Physical Data

• Finish: Flat/Eggshell
• Color: Gray, White or Red
• Resin Type: Phenolic Alkyd
• Typical volume solids: (Calculated) 48%±2%
• Theoretical Spread Rate: 350-450 Sq. Ft. Gal.
• Recommended film thickness: 1.7-2.2 mils dry
• VOC: 3.3 lbs./gal. (400 g/L)
• Flash Point: 50° F

Application Data

• Method: Airless or conventional spray, brush, or roller
• Temperature: Minimum 55°F air and surface. Surface temperatures must be at least 5°F (3°C) above dew point to prevent condensation.
• Drying time: @ 77° F & 50% RH
  • Touch: 30 minutes
  • Recoat: 3 hours
• Reduction/clean up: Xylene
• Meets Performance requirements of TT-P-664

Shipping Data

• Packaging 5 and 55gl drums
• Shipping weight (approx) 12 lbs/gl
• 1 year from shipment date

Numerical values are subject to normal manufacturing tolerances, color and testing variances. Allow for application losses and surface irregularities.

SC1147 Universal Metal Primer - Downloadable Tech Data Sheet (112 KB PDF)