METALSHIELD®

ALL SURFACE PRIMER

Universal Metal Primer LI 014
FEATURES • FAST DRYING
• CONTAINS ZINC PHOSPHATE
• GOOD CORROSION PROTECTION
• SUITABLE FOR PRIMING ALL METALS INCLUDING ALUMINIUM AND GALVANISED STEEL
• SUITABLE FOR FIBREGLASS
USES METALSHIELD® ALL SURFACE Primer is a single pack, fast drying primer suitable for all metal surfaces. The
zinc phosphate pigmentation in the formula provides corrosion protection on mild steel and wrought iron, and
therefore METALSHIELD® ALL SURFACE Primer is the preferred metal primer for METALSHIELD® topcoats in
mildly corrosive environments.
METALSHIELD® ALL SURFACE Primer is ideal for suitably prepared ferrous and non-ferrous metals including
mild steel, wrought iron, aluminium, copper and galvanised steel, Colorbond® , Zincalume® and fibreglass. Typical
areas of application include structural frames and trusses of factories and warehouses, farm equipment and other
light fabricated steelwork.
SPECIFICATIONS
RESISTANCE GUIDE
WEATHERABILITY Will chalk on exterior exposure. Use a SOLVENTS Withstands intermittent splash and
weatherable topcoat. spillage of aliphatic and aromatic
hydrocarbons
HEAT RESISTANCE Up to 65°C dry heat WATER Resists rain and condensation. Not
recommended for permanently damp
or immersed exposure
SALTS Excellent resistance to splash and spillage of ALKALIS Not recommended where fumes,
neutral salt solutions splash or spillage may occur
ACIDS Not recommended where fumes, splash or ABRASION Good when fully cured
spillage may occur

TYPICAL PROPERTIES AND APPLICATION DATA

CLASSIFICATION All metal zinc phosphate primer APPLICATION CONDITIONS
FINISH Flat Min Max
COLOUR Neutral Grey Air Temp. 10°C 40°C
Substrate Temp. 10°C 40°C
Relative Humidity 85%
COMPONENTS One
VOLUME SOLIDS 15% COATING THICKNESS (MICRONS)
VOC LEVEL <710g/L Min Max Recommended
FLASH POINT -18°C Wet film per coat (μm) 65 100 65
POT LIFE Not applicable Dry film per coat (μm) 10 15 10
MIXING RATIO V/V Single Pack
THINNER – BRUSH 965-63023 Dulux® Urethane Thinner SUITABLE Prepared mild steel, aluminium,
THINNER – SPRAY 965-63023 Dulux® Urethane Thinner SUBSTRATES galvanized steel, other non ferrous
or acetone metals Colorbond® , Zincalume® and
fiberglass

PRODUCT CODE 366-H0070 Neutral Grey PRIMERS Not applicable

TOPCOATS Dulux® Metalshield® topcoats

APPLICATION Brush, roller, conventional and HVLP

METHODS spray

DRYING CHARACTERISTICS AT 10 μm DRY FILM THICKNESS*

OVERCOAT
Temperature Humidity Touch Handle Full Cure Min Max
25° C 50% 20 minutes 1 Hour* 7 Days 1 Hour Extended
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These figures are a guide only, as ventilation, film thickness, humidity, thinning and other factors will influence the rate of drying.

SPREADING RATE 15.0 square metres per litre equals 10 μm dry film thickness
ASSUMING NO LOSSES NOTE: Practical spreading rates will vary depending on such factors as application method, ambient
conditions, surface porosity and roughness.
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TYPICAL SYSTEMS
This is a guide only and not to be used as a specification. Your specific project needs must be discussed with a Dulux Protective Coatings Consultant.

SURFACE ENVIRONMENT PREPARATION GUIDE SYSTEM DFT (μm)

Low corrosivity Power tool clean AS1627.2 St 3 1st Coat Metalshield All Surface Primer
®
10 μm
STEEL – NEW
(AS2312.1 Cat C1-2) Abrasive blast AS1627.4 Class 2 2nd Coat Metalshield® Premium 50 μm

Low corrosivity Power tool clean AS1627.2 St 3 1st Coat Metalshield® All Surface Primer 10 μm
STEEL – NEW
(AS2312.1 Cat C1-2) Abrasive blast AS1627.4 Class 2 2nd Coat Metalshield® QD Topcoat 50 μm

NON FERROUS
Clean, degrease and abrade 1st Coat Metalshield® All Surface Primer 10 μm
METALS AND Exterior/Interior
surface 2nd Coat Metalshield® Premium 50 μm
FIBREGLASS
NOTE: If application is by brush or roller, additional coats will be necessary to achieve the minimum DFT and full opacity

SURFACE Steel: Round off all rough welds, sharp edges and remove weld spatter. Remove grease, oil and other
PREPARATION contaminants in accordance with AS1627.1. Degrease with Gamlen CA 1 (a free-rinsing, alkaline detergent)
according to the manufacturer’s written instructions and all safety warnings. Abrasive blast clean to a minimum of
AS1627.4 Class 2.5 with a blast profile of 40 – 70 microns. Remove all dust brushing or vacuum. Steel where
abrasive blast cleaning is not viable: Rust, mill scale, oxide deposits and old paint films on metal surfaces must
be removed by power tool cleaning according to AS1627.2 Class 2. Coating performance is proportional to the
degree of surface preparation. Non-ferrous metals: Round off all sharp edges. Remove grease, oil and other
contaminants in accordance with AS1627.1. Whip blast with fine non-metallic media such as plastic, glass or garnet
to provide a key. Remove all dust with compressed air. Alternatively, degrease and abrade the surface with a non-
metallic abrasive pad wetted with Gamlen CA 1 (a free-rinsing, alkaline detergent) and water. Rinse thoroughly
with fresh potable water.
APPLICATION Mix thoroughly using a power mixer until the contents are uniform. Remix thoroughly before application.
BRUSH/ROLLER Suitable for small areas only. When brushing and rolling additional coats may be required to attain the specified
thickness.
CONVENTIONAL Thin up to 150 ml/litre with Acetone or Dulux® Urethane Thinner (965-63023) to aid atomisation. Apply in multiple
SPRAY wet coats overlapping each pass 50%.
Typical Set-up Graco AirPro: 1.4mm (239542)
Pressure at Triton 308: 70-100 kPa (10-15 p.s.i.)
Pressure at Gun: 380-410 kPa (55-60 p.s.i.)
HVLP: 1.4 Fluid Tip
AIRLESS SPRAY Not recommended
PRECAUTIONS This is an industrial product designed for use by experienced Protective Coating applicators. Where conditions may
require variation from the recommendations on this Product Data Sheet contact your nearest Dulux® Consultant
for advice prior to painting. Do not apply in conditions outside the parameters stated in this document without the
written consent of Dulux® Australia. Do not apply at temperatures below 10°C. Do not apply at relative humidity
above 85% or when the surface is less than 3°C above the dewpoint. Do not overcoat before the minimum overcoat
interval or wrinkling may occur. The surface can be marked for several days after application. Abrasive blast
cleaned surfaces must be primed within 4 hours.
CLEAN UP Clean all equipment with Dulux® Urethane Thinner (965-63023) immediately after use
OVERCOATING Degrease with Gamlen CA 1 according to the data sheet. Test adhesion of existing coating by standard cross hatch
adhesion test. If the coating fails, remove it. High-pressure water wash at 8.3 to 10.3 MPa (1,200-1,500 p.s.i.) to remove
chalk and dust. Abrade surface to provide a good key for the new coating.
SAFETY Read Data Sheet, SAFETY DATA SHEET and any precautions on container labels. SAFETY DATA SHEET
PRECAUTIONS is available from Customer Service (13 23 77) or www.duluxprotectivecoatings.com.au
STORAGE Store as required for a flammable liquid Class 3 in a bunded area under cover. Store in well-ventilated area away from sources of
heat or ignition. Keep containers closed at all times.
HANDLING As with any chemical, ingestion, inhalation and prolonged or repeated skin contact should be avoided by good occupational work
practice. Eye protection approved to AS1337 must be worn while handling and using. Always wash hands before smoking, eating,
drinking or using the toilet.
USING Use with good ventilation and avoid inhalation of spray mists and fumes. When spraying, wear combined organic vapour/particulate
respirator. Users must always comply with their respective State Spray Painting Regulations at all times.
FLAMMABILITY This product is flammable. All sources of ignition must be eliminated in, or near the working area. DO NOT SMOKE. Fight fire with
foam, CO2 or dry chemical powder. On burning will emit toxic fumes.
WELDING Avoid inhalation of fumes if welding surfaces coated with this paint. Grind off coating before welding.
COMPANY INFORMATION PACKAGING, TRANSPORT AND STORAGE
Dulux Protective Coatings a division of PACKAGING Available in 500mL, 1 and 4 litre cans

DuluxGroup (Australia) Pty Ltd DuluxGroup (New Zealand) Pty Ltd TRANSPORTATION WEIGHT 1.053 kg/litre
1956 Dandenong Road, Clayton 3168 150 Hutt Park Road, Lower Hutt, NZ
A.B.N. 67 000 049 427 A.B.N. 55 133 404 118 DANGEROUS GOODS Class 3 UN 1263

Dulux and Metalshield are registered trade marks of DuluxGroup (Australia) Pty Ltd.

Any advice, recommendation, information, assistance or service provided by Dulux Australia in relation to goods manufactured by it or their use and application is given
in good faith and is believed by Dulux to be appropriate and reliable. However, any advice, recommendation, information, assistance or service provided by Dulux is
provided without liability or responsibility PROVIDED THAT the foregoing shall not exclude, limit, restrict or modify the right entitlements and remedies conferred upon
any person or the liabilities imposed upon Dulux by any condition or warranty implied by Commonwealth, State or Territory Act or ordinance void or prohibiting such
exclusion limitation or modification. Products can be expected to perform as indicated in this sheet so long as applications and application procedures are as
recommended. Specific advice should be sought from Dulux for application in highly corrosive areas and for large projects to ensure proper performance.

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