Technical Data Sheet
Application Guide
Approved 765 1,2 765 vinyl ^(ValidationDate) 1
Vinyguard Silvergrey 88
Product description
This is a one component physically drying vinyl coating. It is fast drying. Can be used as primer or mid coat in
atmospheric and immersed environments. Suitable for properly prepared carbon steel substrates.
Scope
The Application Guide offers product details and recommended practices for the use of the product.
The data and information provided are not definite requirements. They are guidelines to assist with efficient and
safe use, and optimum service of the product. Adherence to the guidelines does not relieve the applicator of
responsibility for ensuring that the work meets specification requirements.
Jotuns liability is in accordance with general product liability rules.
The Application Guide (AG) must be read in conjunction with the relevant specification, Technical Data Sheet
(TDS) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for all the products used as part of the coating system.
Referred standards
Reference is generally made to ISO Standards. When using standards from other regions it is recommended to
reference only one corresponding standard for the substrate being treated.
Surface preparation
The required quality of surface preparation can vary depending on the area of use, expected durability and if
applicable, project specification.
When preparing new surfaces, maintaining already coated surfaces or aged coatings it is necessary to remove all
contamination that can interfere with coating adhesion, and prepare a sound substrate for the subsequent
product.
Inspect the surface for hydrocarbon and other contamination and if present, remove with an alkaline detergent.
Agitate the surface to activate the cleaner and before it dries, wash the treated area using fresh water.
Paint solvents (thinners) shall not be used for general degreasing or preparation of the surface for painting due
to the risk of spreading dissolved hydrocarbon contamination. Paint thinners can be used to treat small localized
areas of contamination such as marks from marker pens. Use clean, white cotton cloths that are turned and
replaced often. Do not bundle used solvent saturated cloths. Place used cloths into water.
Process sequence
Surface preparation and coating should normally be commenced only after all welding, degreasing, removal of
sharp edges, weld spatter and treatment of welds is complete. It is important that all hot work is completed
before coating commences.
Soluble salts removal
Soluble salts have a negative impact on the coating systems performance. Jotun's general recommendations for
maximum soluble salts (sampled and measured as per ISO 8502-6 and -9) content on a surface are:
Areas exposed to (ISO 12944-2):
C1-C4: 200 mg/m2
Carbon steel
Initial rust grade
The steel shall preferably be Rust Grade A or B (ISO 8501-1). It is technically possible to apply the coating to
rust grades C and D, but it is practically challenging to ensure specified film thickness on such a rough surface,
hence risk of reduced lifetime of the coating system.
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Initial inspection and pretreatment
Inspect the surface for contaminations and if present, remove with an alkaline detergent. Agitate the surface to
activate the cleaner and before it dries, wash the treated area by Low-Pressure Water Cleaning (LPWC) to Wa 1
(ISO 8501-4) using fresh water.
Non-contaminated areas shall be washed down by Low-Pressure Water Cleaning (LPWC) to Wa 1 (ISO 8501-4)
using fresh water to reduce the concentration of surface chlorides.
Metal finishing
For areas in corrosivity category C1 to C4 (ISO 12944-2) all irregularities, burrs, slivers, slag and spatter on
welds, sharp edges and corners shall conform to minimum grade P2 (ISO 8501-3) Table 1, or as specified. All
edges shall have a rounded radius of minimum 2 mm subjected to three pass grinding or equally effective
method.
Defective welds shall be replaced and treated to an acceptable finish before painting. Temporary welds and
brackets shall be ground to a flat finish after removal from the parent metal.
Pitting repair
Pittings in steel can be difficult to cover fully with most coatings. In some areas it is practically feasible to use
filler to fill pittings. This should then be done either after the initial surface preparation or after application of
first coat.
Abrasive blast cleaning
Optimum performance is achieved by dry abrasive blast cleaning to Sa 2½ or higher (ISO 8501-1) with a blast
medium suitable to achieve a sharp and angular surface profile of 30-85 µm, grade Fine to Medium G (ISO
8503- 2).
Cleanliness
Minimum acceptable blast cleaning standard is Sa 1 (ISO 8501-1).
Dust contamination
At the completion of abrasive blasting the prepared surface shall be cleaned to remove residues of corrosion
products and abrasive media, and inspected for surface particulate contamination. Maximum contamination level
is rating 2 (ISO 8502-3) as per Figure 1. Dust size no greater than class 2.
Hand and Power Tool Cleaning
Power tool cleaning
Surfaces to be coated shall be prepared by mechanical preparation methods to minimum St 2 (ISO 8501-1).
Suitable methods are disc grinding, hand sanding or hand wire brushing. Ensure the surface is free from mill
scale, residual corrosion, failed coating and is suitable for painting. If power wire brushing is used, care should
be taken not to polish the metal surface, as this can reduce adhesion of the coating. The surface should appear
rough and mat.
Water jetting
Optimum performance is achieved with preparation grade Wa 2½ (ISO 8501-4). Minimum preparation grade is
Wa 1. The maximum accepted grade of flash rust for any preparation is FR M.
Coated surfaces
Verification of existing coatings including primers
When the surface is an existing coating, verify with technical data sheet and application guide of the involved
products, both over coatability and the given maximum over coating interval.
Over coating
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The surface of previous coats shall be free from contamination by water, hydrocarbon based products, wax, mud,
mortar droppings and loose, chalked and flaking coating. Inspect the surface for oil, grease and other
contamination and if present, remove with an alkaline detergent. Agitate the surface to activate the detergent
and before it dries, wash the treated area using plenty of fresh water. When applied on coatings past maximum
over coating interval light abrading may be required to achieve proper intercoat adhesion.
Shop primers
Before being overcoated the shop primer must be fully cured, clean, dust free, dry and undamaged. Inorganic
zinc shop primers must be free of zinc salts (white rust). Corroded and damaged areas must be mechanically
cleaned to minimum St 2 (ISO 8501-1).
Other surfaces
Wooden surfaces must be clean and dry before being coated. Surface contamination must be removed by use
of alkaline detergent and flushing with fresh water.
Application
Acceptable environmental conditions - before and during application
Before application, test the atmospheric conditions in the vicinity of the substrate for the dew formation
according to ISO 8502-4.
Air temperature 5 - 60 °C
Substrate temperature 5 - 50 °C
Relative Humidity (RH) 10 - 85 %
The following restrictions must be observed:
• Only apply the coating when the substrate temperature is at least 3 °C (5 °F) above the dew point
• Do not apply the coating if the substrate is wet or likely to become wet
• Do not apply the coating if the weather is clearly deteriorating or unfavourable for application or curing
• Do not apply the coating in high wind conditions
Product mixing
Product mixing
Single pack
Induction time and Pot life
Paint temperature
The temperature of base and curing agent is recommended to be 18 °C or higher when the product is mixed.
Thinner/Cleaning solvent
Thinner: Jotun Thinner No. 7
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Spray application
Airless Spray Equipment
Pump ratio (minimum) : 32:1
Pump output (litres/minute) : 1.3-2.2
Pressure at nozzle (minimum) : 150 bar/2100 psi
Nozzle tip (inch/1000) : 17-23
Filters (mesh) : 70
Several factors influence, and need to be observed to maintain the recommended pressure at the nozzle. Among
factors causing pressure drop are:
- extended hoses or hose bundles
- extended hose whip-end line
- small internal diameter hoses
- high paint viscosity
- large spray nozzle size
- inadequate air capacity from compressor
- incorrect or clogged filters
Film thickness per coat
Typical recommended specification range
Dry film thickness 35 - 100 μm
Wet film thickness 95 - 260 μm
Theoretical spreading rate 10.9 - 3.8 m²/l
This product can be applied up to 50 % higher than maximum specified film thickness without loss of technical
properties.
Film thickness measurement
Wet film thickness (WFT) measurement and calculation
To ensure correct film thickness, it is recommended to measure the wet film thickness continuously during
application using a painter's wet film comb (ISO 2808 Method 1A). The measurements should be done as soon
as possible after application.
Fast drying paints may give incorrect (too low) readings resulting in excessive dry film thickness. For multi layer
physically drying (resoluble) coating systems the wet film thickness comb may give too high readings resulting
in too low dry film thickness of the intermediate and top coats.
Use a wet-to-dry film calculation table (available on the Jotun Web site) to calculate the required wet film
thickness per coat.
Dry film thickness (DFT) measurement
When the coating has cured to hard dry state the dry film thickness can be checked to SSPC PA 2 or equivalent
standard using statistical sampling to verify the actual dry film thickness. Measurement and control of the WFT
and DFT on welds is done by measuring adjacent to and no further than 15 cm from the weld.
Ventilation
Sufficient ventilation is very important to ensure proper drying/curing of the film.
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Coating loss
The consumption of paint should be controlled carefully, with thorough planning and a practical approach to
reducing loss. Application of liquid coatings will result in some material loss. Understanding the ways that
coating can be lost during the application process, and making appropriate changes, can help reducing material
loss.
Some of the factors that can influence the loss of coating material are:
- type of spray gun/unit used
- air pressure used for airless pump or for atomization
- orifice size of the spray tip or nozzle
- fan width of the spray tip or nozzle
- the amount of thinner added
- the distance between spray gun and substrate
- the profile or surface roughness of the substrate. Higher profiles will lead to a higher "dead volume"
- the shape of the substrate target
- environmental conditions such as wind and air temperature
Drying and Curing time
Substrate temperature 5 °C 10 °C 23 °C 40 °C
Surface (touch) dry 30 min 20 min 15 min 10 min
Walk-on-dry 4h 3h 2h 1.5 h
Dry to over coat, minimum 4h 3h 2h 2h
Drying and curing times are determined under controlled temperatures and relative humidity below 85 %, and
at average of the DFT range for the product.
Surface (touch) dry: The state of drying when slight pressure with a finger does not leave an imprint or reveal
tackiness.
Walk-on-dry: Minimum time before the coating can tolerate normal foot traffic without permanent marks,
imprints or other physical damage.
Dry to over coat, minimum: The shortest time allowed before the next coat can be applied.
Maximum over coating intervals
Maximum time before thorough surface preparation is required. The surface must be clean and dry and suitable
for over coating. Inspect the surface for chalking and other contamination and if present, remove with an
alkaline detergent. Agitate the surface to activate the cleaner and before it dries, wash the treated area by low-
pressure water jetting to Wa 1 (ISO 8501-4) using fresh water.
If maximum over coating interval is exceeded the surface should in addition be carefully roughened to ensure
good inter coat adhesion.
Areas for atmospheric exposure
Average temperature during 5 °C 10 °C 23 °C 40 °C
drying/curing
Itself extended extended extended extended
acrylic extended extended extended extended
alkyd extended extended extended extended
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Areas for immersed exposure
Average temperature during 5 °C 10 °C 23 °C 40 °C
drying/curing
Itself 6 mth 6 mth 6 mth 6 mth
ion exchange antifoulings 1 mth 1 mth 1 mth 1 mth
Other conditions that can affect drying / curing / over coating
Repair of coating system
Damages to the coating layers:
Prepare the area through sandpapering or grinding, followed by thorough cleaning/vacuuming. When the
surface is clean and dry the coating may be over coated by itself or by another product, ref. original
specification.
Always observe the maximum over coating intervals. If the maximum over coating interval is exceeded the
surface should be carefully roughened in order to ensure good intercoat adhesion.
Damages exposing bare substrate:
Remove all rust, loose paint, grease or other contaminants by spot blasting, mechanical grinding, water and/or
solvent washing. Feather edges and roughen the overlap zone of surrounding intact coating. Apply the coating
system specified for repair.
Repair of damaged areas
Sags and runs can be caused by too high wet film thickness, too much thinner added or the spray gun used too
close to the surface.
Repair by using a paint brush to smooth the film when still wet. Sand down to a rough, even surface and re-
coat if dry.
Orange peel can be caused by poor flow/levelling properties of the paint, poor atomization of the paint, thinner
evaporating too fast or the spray gun held too close to the surface.
This can be rectified by abrading the surface and applying an additional coat after having adjusted the
application properties or the application technique.
Dry spray can be caused by poor atomization of the paint, spray gun held too far from the surface, high air
temperature, thinner evaporating too fast or coating applied in windy conditions.
Physically drying paints can be solvent wiped and another coat applied. If area is too large to practically solvent
wipe, consider sandpapering or grinding, followed by thorough washing. When the surface is dry the coating
may be over coated by itself.
Pinholes can be caused by entrapped solvents in the film or by incorrect application technique. Pinholes can be
repaired as per procedure for damages to the coating layer or to the substrate, ref. above.
Coating film continuity
When required by the specification, the coating shall be tested for film discontinuity according to ASTM D 5162,
test method A or B as appropriate for the actual dry film thickness.
All recorded defects shall be repaired by best practical means.
Quality assurance
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The following information is the minimum required. The specification may have additional requirements.
- Confirm that all welding and other metal work has been completed before commencing pre-treatment and
surface preparation
- Confirm that installed ventilation is balanced and has the capacity to deliver and maintain the RAQ
- Confirm that the required surface preparation standard has been achieved and is held prior to coating
application
- Confirm that the climatic conditions are within recommendations in the AG, and are held during the application
- Confirm that the required number of stripe coats have been applied
- Confirm that each coat meets the DFT requirements in the specification
- Confirm that the coating has not been adversely affected by rain or other factors during curing
- Observe that adequate coverage has been achieved on corners, crevices, edges and surfaces where the spray
gun cannot be positioned so that its spray impinges on the surface at 90° angle
- Observe that the coating is free from defects, discontinuities, insects, abrasive media and other contamination
- Observe that the coating is free from misses, sags, runs, wrinkles, fat edges, mud cracking, blistering, obvious
pinholes, excessive dry spray, heavy brush marks and excessive film build
- Observe that the uniformity and colour are satisfactory
All noted defects shall be fully repaired to conform to the coating specification.
Caution
This product is for professional use only. The applicators and operators shall be trained, experienced and have
the capability and equipment to mix/stir and apply the coatings correctly and according to Jotun's technical
documentation. Applicators and operators shall use appropriate personal protection equipment when using this
product. This guideline is given based on the current knowledge of the product. Any suggested deviation to suit
the site conditions shall be forwarded to the responsible Jotun representative for approval before commencing
the work.
For further advice please contact your local Jotun office.
Health and safety
Please observe the precautionary notices displayed on the container. Use under well ventilated conditions. Do
not inhale spray mist. Avoid skin contact. Spillage on the skin should immediately be removed with suitable
cleanser, soap and water. Eyes should be well flushed with water and medical attention sought immediately.
Accuracy of information
Always refer to and use the current (last issued) version of the TDS, SDS and if available, the AG for this
product. Always refer to and use the current (last issued) version of all International and Local Authority
Standards referred to in the TDS, AG & SDS for this product.
Colour variation
Some coatings used as the final coat may fade and chalk in time when exposed to sunlight and weathering
effects. Coatings designed for high temperature service can undergo colour changes without affecting
performance. Some slight colour variation can occur from batch to batch. When long term colour and gloss
retention is required, please seek advice from your local Jotun office for assistance in selection of the most
suitable top coat for the exposure conditions and durability requirements.
Reference to related documents
The Application Guide (AG) must be read in conjunction with the relevant specification, Technical Data Sheet
(TDS) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for all the products used as part of the coating system.
When applicable, refer to the separate application procedure for Jotun products that are approved to
classification societies such as PSPC, IMO etc.
Symbols and abbreviations
min = minutes TDS = Technical Data Sheet
h = hours AG = Application Guide
d = days SDS = Safety Data Sheet
°C = degree Celsius VOC = Volatile Organic Compound
° = unit of angle MCI = Jotun Multi Colour Industry (tinted colour)
µm = microns = micrometres RAQ = Required air quantity
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g/l = grams per litre PPE = Personal Protective Equipment
g/kg = grams per kilogram EU = European Union
m²/l = square metres per litre UK = United Kingdom
mg/m² = milligrams per square metre EPA = Environmental Protection Agency
psi = unit of pressure, pounds/inch² ISO = International Standards Organisation
Bar = unit of pressure ASTM = American Society of Testing and Materials
RH = Relative humidity (% RH) AS/NZS = Australian/New Zealand Standards
UV = Ultraviolet NACE = National Association of Corrosion Engineers
DFT = dry film thickness SSPC = The Society for Protective Coatings
WFT = wet film thickness PSPC = Performance Standard for Protective Coatings
IMO = International Maritime Organization
Disclaimer
The information in this document is given to the best of Jotun's knowledge, based on laboratory testing and
practical experience. Jotun's products are considered as semi-finished goods and as such, products are often
used under conditions beyond Jotun's control. Jotun cannot guarantee anything but the quality of the product
itself. Minor product variations may be implemented in order to comply with local requirements. Jotun reserves
the right to change the given data without further notice.
Users should always consult Jotun for specific guidance on the general suitability of this product for their needs
and specific application practices.
If there is any inconsistency between different language issues of this document, the English (United Kingdom)
version will prevail.
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