SigmaWeld 210

Description

Two component moisture curing zinc (ethyl) silicate prefabrication primer.

Principal Characteristics

– suitable for automatic application on shot-blasted steel plates
– fast drying properties
– good cutting and excellent welding properties, including MIG/MAG welding in
various positions (either automatic or manual welding)
– provides corrosion protection up to 9 months
– can be used as a first coat in various paint systems
– suitable for sea water immersion in combination with controlled cathodic
protection systems
– excellent thermal stability minimizes heat damage during hot work
procedures
– no adherence of weld spatter at surrounding primed surface
– approved by Lloyd's Register of Shipping for use as prefabrication primer

Colour and Gloss Levels

Grey, reddish grey – flat 

Instructions For Use

mixing ratio by volume: binder to paste 50 : 50

– The temperature of the mixture of binder and paste should preferably be
above 15°C
– Stir the paste thoroughly before adding the binder
– Add gradually one third of the binder to the pigment paste
– Stir thoroughly till homogeneous
– Add remaining binder and continue stirring until the mixture is homogeneous
– Strain mixture through a 30 - 60 mesh screen
– Mixed paint is ready for use
– Some addition of thinner (Thinner 40-25) might be necessary depending on
routing, line speed and steel temperature
– Agitate continuously during application