Penguard Universal
Fast-drying, abrasion-resistant universal epoxy coating. High build and high volume solids providing excellent corrosion protection. Can be used as primer, midcoat, finish coat, or single-coat system in atmospheric and immersed environments. Also suitable as a maintenance coating on aged surfaces. Sub-zero application capable. IMO PSPC approved for water ballast tanks and crude oil tanks. NORSOK M-501 pre-qualified.
Key Features
Technical Specifications
Product Properties
- Volume Solids
- 72 ± 2%
- VOC (EU Directive)
- 261 g/l
- Density
- 1.4 kg/l
- Flash Point
- 30°C
Film Build
- Dry Film Thickness (DFT)
- 75–300 μm
- Gloss Level
- Matt (0–35 GU @ 60°)
Application
- Mixing Ratio
- 3:1 (Comp A : Comp B)
- Thinner
- Jotun Thinner No. 17
- Airless Spray
- Nozzle 17–31 thou, 150 bar / 2100 psi
- Pot Life
- 2h @ 23°C (induction time 10 min)
Drying Times (23°C)
- Drying Schedule
- Surface dry 2h, Walk-on dry 5h, Overcoat min 4h, Cured 7 days @ 23°C
Performance
- Heat Resistance
- Dry atmospheric 120°C/140°C; Immersed sea water 60°C/70°C; Immersed crude oil 80°C/90°C
- Certificates & Approvals
- Certified IMO PSPC for WBT (Res.215(82)) and COT (Res.288(87)). Pre-qualified NORSOK M-501.
Packaging
- Colours Available
- Aluminium, grey and selected range
- Pack Sizes
- 15L + 5L (20L kit)
- Shelf Life
- 48 months (both components)
Suitable Substrates
Environments
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