Interzinc® 315
Rapid Recoat Epoxy Zinc Rich
PRODUCT A two component high solids, low VOC metallic zinc-rich epoxy primer formulated on proprietary polymer
DESCRIPTION technology which provides rapid cure and overcoating even under low temperature conditions.
INTENDED USES As a zinc-rich primer to form part of a coating system to provide corrosion protection for steel substrates, for
use in a wide range of industrial situations including offshore, petrochemical and chemical plants, refineries,
pulp and paper plants, and bridges.
The rapid curing and overcoating properties of Interzinc 315 provide production flexibility, making this product
suitable for use both in new construction and on site as a maintenance coating.
PRACTICAL Color Blue, Gray
INFORMATION FOR
INTERZINC 315 Gloss Level Matte
Volume Solids 69%
Typical Thickness 2-3 mils (50-75 microns) dry equivalent to 2.9-4.4 mils (72-109 microns) wet
Theoretical Coverage 553 sq.ft/US gallon at 2 mils d.f.t and stated volume solids
13.80 m²/liter at 50 microns d.f.t and stated volume solids
Practical Coverage Allow appropriate loss factors
Method of Application Airless Spray, Air Spray, Brush
Drying Time
Overcoating Interval with
recommended topcoats
Temperature Touch Dry Hard Dry Minimum Maximum
41°F (5°C) 30 minutes 5 hours 4 hours Extended¹
59°F (15°C) 20 minutes 3 hours 3 hours Extended¹
77°F (25°C) 15 minutes 2 hours 2 hours Extended¹
104°F (40°C) 10 minutes 1 hour 1 hour Extended¹
¹ See International Protective Coatings Definitions & Abbreviations
Maximum overcoating intervals are shorter when using polysiloxane topcoats. Consult International
Protective Coatings for further details.
REGULATORY DATA Flash Point Part A 81°F (27°C); Part B 79°F (26°C); Mixed 81°F (27°C)
Product Weight 26.4 Ib/gal (3.16 kg/l)
VOC 2.79 lb/gal (335 g/lt) EPA Method 24
103 g/kg EU Solvent Emissions Directive
(Council Directive 1999/13/EC)
See Product Characteristics section for further details
Ecotech is an initiative by International Protective Coatings, a world leader in coating technology, to promote the use
of environmentally sensitive products across the globe.
Protective Coatings Worldwide Product
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Interzinc® 315
Rapid Recoat Epoxy Zinc Rich
SURFACE All surfaces to be coated should be clean, dry and free from contamination. Prior to paint application, all
PREPARATION surfaces should be assessed and treated in accordance with ISO 8504:2000.
Oil or grease should be removed in accordance with SSPC-SP1 solvent cleaning.
Abrasive Grit Blast Cleaning
Abrasive blast clean to a minimum of SSPC-SP6 or Sa2½ (ISO 8501-1:2007). If oxidation has occurred
between blasting and application of Interzinc 315, the surface should be reblasted to the specified visual
standard. Surface defects revealed by the blast cleaning process, should be ground, filled, or treated in the
appropriate manner.
A sharp, angular surface profile of 2-3 mils (50-75 microns) is recommended.
Shop Primed Steelwork
Interzinc 315 is suitable for application to steelwork freshly coated with zinc silicate shop primers.
If the shop primer was applied over shot blasted surfaces, overall grit sweep blasting will be necessary prior to
the application of Interzinc 315. If the zinc shop primer shows extensive or widely scattered breakdown, or
excessive zinc corrosion products, overall grit sweep blasting will be necessary. Other types of shop primer
are not suitable for overcoating and will require complete removal by grit abrasive blast cleaning.
Weld seams and damaged areas should be grit blast cleaned to Sa2½ (ISO 8501-1:2007) or SSPC SP6.
APPLICATION Mixing Material is supplied in two containers as a unit. Always mix a complete unit in the
proportions supplied. Once the unit has been mixed, it must be used within the working
pot life specified.
(1) Agitate Base (Part A) with a power agitator.
(2) Combine entire contents of Curing Agent (Part B) with Base
(Part A) and mix thoroughly with power agitator.
For three pack material see product characteristics
Mix Ratio 4 part(s) : 1 part(s) by volume
Working Pot Life 41°F (5°C) 59°F (15°C) 77°F (25°C) 104°F (40°C)
6 hours 3 hours 2 hours 1 hour
Airless Spray Recommended Tip Range 17-21 thou (0.43-0.53 mm)
Total output fluid pressure at spray tip not less than 2005 psi
(141 kg/cm²)
Air Spray Suitable - Small areas only
(Pressure Pot)
Brush Suitable - Small areas only Typically 1.6-2.0 mils (40-50 microns) can be achieved
Roller Not recommended
Thinner International GTA220 Do not thin more than allowed by local environmental
(or International GTA415) legislation
Cleaner International GTA822 (or International GTA415)
Work Stoppages Do not allow material to remain in hoses, gun or spray equipment. Thoroughly flush all
equipment with International GTA822. Once units of paint have been mixed they should
not be resealed and it is advised that after prolonged stoppages work recommences with
freshly mixed units.
Clean Up Clean all equipment immediately after use with International GTA822. It is good working
practice to periodically flush out spray equipment during the course of the working day.
Frequency of cleaning will depend upon amount sprayed, temperature and elapsed time,
including any delays.
All surplus materials and empty containers should be disposed of in accordance with
appropriate regional regulations/legislation
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Interzinc® 315
Rapid Recoat Epoxy Zinc Rich
PRODUCT Due to the high solids level and high zinc content of this coating, in some countries it has become necessary
CHARACTERISTICS to supply as a 3 pack material to meet local transport and shipping requirements. The mixed paint and dry film
achieved from both 2 and 3 pack materials are identical in both application properties and performance.
The following is mixing information for the three pack material:-
Material is supplied in three containers as a unit. Always mix a complete unit in the proportions supplied.
Once the unit has been mixed it must be used within the specified pot life.
(1) Agitate Base (Part A), then combine the entire contents of Base (Part A) and Curing Agent
(Part B) and mix thoroughly with power agitator.
(2) The Powder Component (Part C) should be slowly added to the thoroughly mixed Part A
and Part B whilst stirring with a power agitator.
(3) Material should be sieved prior to application and should be constantly agitated in the pot
during spraying.
Interzinc 315 can be applied at dry film thicknesses between 2 mils (50 microns) and 6 mils (150 microns).
Care should be excercised to avoid over application in excess of 6 mils (150 microns).
Care should be exercised to avoid over-application which may result in cohesive film failure with subsequent
high builds, and to avoid dry spray which can lead to pinholing of subsequent coats. Over-application will also
result in slower curing and extended handling and overcoating times.
This product must only be thinned using International thinners. The use of alternative thinners, particularly
those containing Ketones, can severely inhibit the curing mechanism of the coating.
Interzinc 315 is not normally recommended for underwater use. Please consult International Protective
Coatings for further details in this situation.
Low Temperature Curing
Interzinc 315 is capable of curing at temperatures below 32°F (0°C). However, this product should not be
applied at temperatures below 32°F(0°C ) where there is a possibility of ice formation on the substrate.
For further details regarding cure times and overcoatability, please contact International Protective Coatings.
Surface temperature must always be a minimum of 5°F (3°C) above dew point.
This product has the following specification approvals:
• SSPC Paint Specification No. 20, Type II
• BS5493 (1977) : DF & KP1B
• BS4652:1995
• ASTM A490 Class B Slip Coefficient
Note: VOC values are typical and are provided for guidance purpose only. These may be subject to variation
depending on factors such as differences in color and normal manufacturing tolerances.
SYSTEMS Interzinc 315 is designed for use over correctly prepared grit blasted steel but can be applied over approved
COMPATIBILITY prefabrication primers.
Recommended topcoats are:
Intercure 200 Intergard 740
Intercure 200HS Interseal 670HS
Intercure 420 Interthane 870
Interfine 629HS Interthane 990
Interfine 979 Interzone 505
Intergard 475HS Interzone 954
For other suitable primers/topcoats, consult International Protective Coatings.
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Interzinc® 315
Rapid Recoat Epoxy Zinc Rich
D ADDITIONAL Further information regarding industry standards, terms and abbreviations used in this data sheet can be found in the
following documents available at www.international-pc.com:
et INFORMATION
ai • Definitions & Abbreviations
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T • Surface Preparation
o • Paint Application
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• Theoretical & Practical Coverage
Individual copies of these information sections are available upon request.
SAFETY This product is intended for use only by professional applicators in industrial situations in accordance with the advice
PRECAUTIONS given on this sheet, the Material Safety Data Sheet and the container(s), and should not be used without reference to
the Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) which International Protective Coatings has provided to its customers.
All work involving the application and use of this product should be performed in compliance with all relevant
national, Health, Safety & Environmental standards and regulations.
In the event welding or flame cutting is performed on metal coated with this product, dust and fumes will be emitted
which will require the use of appropriate personal protective equipment and adequate local exhaust ventilation.
If in doubt regarding the suitability of use of this product, consult International Protective Coatings for further advice.
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PACK SIZE Unit Size Part A Part B Part C
Vol Pack Vol Pack Vol Pack
10 liter 8 liter 10 liter 2 liter 2.5 liter - -
4 US gal 1.77 US gal 5 US gal 0.8 US gal 1 US gal 1.43 US gal 3 US gal
For availability of other pack sizes contact International Protective Coatings
SHIPPING WEIGHT Unit Size Part A Part B Part C
10 liter 31.4 kg 2.2 kg 0 kg
4 US gal 24.2 lb 5.5 lb 88.4 lb
STORAGE Shelf Life 6 months minimum at 77°F (25°C). Subject to re-inspection thereafter. Store in dry,
shaded conditions away from sources of heat and ignition.
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Important Note
The information in this data sheet is not intended to be exhaustive: any person using the product for any purpose other than that specifically recommended in this data sheet without first
obtaining written confirmation from us as to the suitability of the product for the intended purpose does so at their own risk. All advice given or statements made about the product (whether in
this data sheet or otherwise) is correct to the best of our knowledge but we have no control over the quality or the condition of the substrate or the many factors affecting the use and application
of the product. Therefore, unless we specifically agree in writing to do so, we do not accept any liability at all for the performance of the product or for (subject to law) any loss or damage
arising out of the use of the product. All products supplied and technical advice given are subject to our Conditions of Sale. You should request a copy of this document and review it carefully.
The information contained in this data sheet is liable to modification from time to time in the light of experience and our policy of continuous development. It is the user's responsibility to check
with their local International Paint representative that this data sheet is current prior to using the product.
Issue date: 7/7/2009
Copyright © AkzoNobel, 7/7/2009.
Copyright © AkzoNobel, 7/7/2009.
www.international-pc.com
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