Saes H 101

Engineering Standard
SAES-H-101 29 June 2005

Approved Protective Coating
Systems for Industrial Plants & Equipment
Paints and Coatings Standards Committee Members
Barouky, Fikry Fouad, Chairman
Hammad, Bakr Sulaiman, Vice Chairman
Homayed, Mohammed Ali
Khashram, Maher Saud
Mansour, Mana Hamad
Nujaim, Salah Ahmed
Seba, Zaki Ahmed
Suller, Abraham A
Saudi Aramco DeskTop Standards

Table of Contents
1 Scope............................................................. 2
2 Conflicts and Deviations................................. 2
3 References..................................................... 2
4 Definitions....................................................... 4
5 Approved Protective Coating Systems........... 4
Previous Issue: 31 August 2003 Next Planned Update: 1 July 2010

Revised paragraphs are indicated in the right margin Page 1 of 77
Primary contact: Suller, Abraham A on 966-3-8760223
Copyright©Saudi Aramco 2007. All rights reserved.

Document Responsibility: Paints and Coatings Standards Committee SAES-H-101
Issue Date: 29 June 2005 Approved Protective Coating
Next Planned Update: 1 July 2010 Systems for Industrial Plants & Equipment
1 Scope
This Standard describes various approved protective coating systems (APCS's)

specified in other Saudi Aramco Engineering Standards. This Standard, in conjunction
with SAES-H-100 and the appropriate Saudi Aramco Data Sheets (SAES-H-101V)
gives the application requirements for Saudi Aramcoapproved protective coating
systems.
Individual APCSs of this standard may be attached to, and made part of, purchase
orders.
2 Conflicts and Deviations
2.1 Any conflicts between this standard and other applicable Saudi Aramco
Engineering Standards (SAESs), Materials System Specifications (SAMSSs),
Standard Drawings (SASDs), or industry standards, codes, and forms shall be
resolved in writing by the Company or Buyer Representative through the
Manager, Consulting Services Department of Saudi Aramco, Dhahran.
2.2 Direct all requests to deviate from this standard in writing to the Company or
Buyer Representative, who shall follow internal company procedure SAEP-302
and forward such requests to the Manager, Consulting Services Department of
Saudi Aramco, Dhahran.
3 References
All referenced specifications, standards, codes, forms, drawings, and similar material
shall be of the latest issue (including all revisions, addenda, and supplements) unless
stated otherwise.
3.1 Saudi Aramco References
Saudi Aramco Engineering Procedure

SAEP-302 Instructions for Obtaining a Waiver of a
Mandatory Saudi Aramco Engineering
Requirement
Saudi Aramco Engineering Standards

SAES-H-001 Selection Requirements for Industrial Coatings
SAES-H-003 General Requirements for Industrial Concrete
Coatings
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SAES-H-100 Painting Requirements for Industrial Facilities

SAES-H-101V Approved Saudi Aramco Data Sheets - Paints and
Coatings
Saudi Aramco Materials System Specifications

09-SAMSS-021 Alkyd Enamel Coating System (APCS - 6)
09-SAMSS-030 Conversion Coating / Alkyd Coating System
(APCS - 7)
09-SAMSS-035 Aluminum Pigmented Alkyd Coating System
(APCS - 4)
09-SAMSS-067 Epoxy Coating for Immersion Service
09-SAMSS-068 Qualification Requirements for Coal Tar Epoxy in
Buried or Immersion Services (APCS-3)
09-SAMSS-069 Epoxy Coating for Atmospheric Service (with and
without Polyurethane Topcoat)
09-SAMSS-070 Epoxy Splash Zone Compound (APCS - 19A and
APCS - 19B)
09-SAMSS-071 Inorganic Zinc Primer (APCS - 17A and APCS -
17B)
09-SAMSS-087 Epoxy Coating for Application on Damp Steel
Surfaces
09-SAMSS-101 Epoxy Mastic Coating (Self-Priming, with and
without Polyurethane Topcoat)
09-SAMSS-103 Qualification Requirements for High Temperature
External Coatings in Atmospheric Services
(APCS-11A) and (APCS-11B
3.2 Industry Codes and Standards
Swedish Standard Institute

SIS 05 59 00 Pictorial Surface Preparation Standard for
Painting Steel Surfaces
The Society for Protective Coatings

SSPC Steel Structures Painting Manual
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4 Definitions
4.1 Abbreviations
The following abbreviations of metal surface cleanliness grades have been used
in this Standard:
SSPC SP1 Solvent cleaning
St 2 (SSPC SP2) Hand tool cleaning
St 3 (SSPC SP3) Power tool cleaning
Sa 1 (SSPC SP7) Brush-off blast cleaning
Sa 2 (SSPC SP6) Commercial blast cleaning
Sa 2 1/2 (SSPC SP10) Near white blast cleaning
Sa 3 (SSPC SP5) White metal blast cleaning
Detailed definitions of the above can be obtained in SIS 05 59 00 and the Steel
Structures Painting Councils "Steel Structures Painting Manual".
4.2 Saudi Aramco Data Sheets (SAES-H-101V)
These data sheets give the mandatory technical properties and the storage,
mixing, and application requirements specific to each individual coating product
covered by this Standard. These data sheets are issued (and signed) jointly by
the Saudi Aramco Responsible Standardization Agency representative (See
definition of the RSA in SAES-H-001) and the coating Manufacturer (or
Vendor). The Saudi Aramco Data Sheets are not stand-alone documents; they
must be used in conjunction with the applicable APCS sheet in this Standard.
5 Approved Protective Coating Systems
5.1 Index
APCS-1A Epoxy Coating System for Atmospheric Service (with Inorganic
Zinc Primer)
APCS-1B Epoxy Coating System for Atmospheric Service (with Epoxy
Primer)
APCS-1C Epoxy Coating System for Atmospheric Service (with Zinc-Rich
Epoxy Primer)
APCS-1D Epoxy/Polyurethane Coating System for Atmospheric Service
(with Inorganic Zinc Primer)
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APCS-1E Epoxy/Polyurethane Coating System for Atmospheric Service

(with Epoxy Primer)
APCS-1F Epoxy/Polyurethane Coating System for Atmospheric Service
(with Zinc-Rich Epoxy Primer)
APCS-2A Phenolic Epoxy Coating System for General Immersion Service
(Self-Priming)
APCS-2B Phenolic Epoxy Coating System for Potable Water Immersion
Service (Self-Priming)
APCS-2C Phenolic Epoxy Coating System for Immersion Service, at
temperatures up to 120°C
APCS-2D Epoxy Coating System for Interior of Steel Aviation Fuel Storage
Tanks and Piping
APCS-2E Solvent Free Epoxy Coating System for Immersion Service at
temperature up to 90oC
APCS-2F Glass Flake Reinforced Polyester Coating System for Immersion
Service at temperature up to 95oC
APCS-2G Glass Flake Reinforced Vinyl Ester Coating System for
Immersion Service at Temperature up to 105oC
APCS-3 Coal Tar Epoxy Coating System for Immersion Service
(Self-Priming)
APCS-4 Aluminum-Pigmented Alkyd Coating System
APCS-5 Thermal Reflective and Insulating External Coating
APCS-6 Alkyd Enamel Coating System
APCS-7 Rust Conversion Primer/Alkyd Topcoat System for Use on
Slightly Rusted Steel
APCS-9 Chlorinated Rubber Coating System
APCS-10 Bituminous Paint for Moderate Temperature, Buried or
Immersion Service (Self-Priming)
APCS-11A High Temperature Coating System for Atmospheric Service
between 150°C - 400°C
APCS-11B Ultra High Temperature Coating System for Atmospheric Service
between 400°C - 540°C
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APCS-12 Nonskid Epoxy Coating System for Floors and Decks

APCS-17A Inorganic Zinc Primer, Solvent Based
APCS-17B Inorganic Zinc Primer, Water Based
APCS-19A Splash Zone Compound, Hand Applied
APCS-19B Splash Zone Compound, Spray Applied
APCS-20A Fiberglass Reinforced Coatings, Hand Lay-Up
APCS-20B Glass Flake or Chopped Fiberglass Reinforced Coatings
(Spray Applied) for Storage Tanks Interior Application.
APCS–22A Epoxy Coating for Application onto Damp Steel Surfaces
APCS-22B Single - Coat Epoxy Coating for Offshore Application onto
Damp Steel Surfaces
APCS-23 High Temperature Mastic Paint for Buried or Immersion Service
(Self-Priming)
APCS-26 Mastic Epoxy Coating (Self-Priming)
APCS-26T Mastic Epoxy with Polyurethane Top-Coat Coating System
APCS-27 Solvent Free Two-component Ultra Hybrid Epoxy Coating
System for Immersion Service at Temperature up to 156ºC.
APCS-28 Specialty Coating Systems for Repair and Reconditioning of
Pumps and Valves Internals.
5.2 Service condition limitations for the APCS's assume continuous service. For
intermittent service, contact the RSA in the Consulting Services Department.
5.3 The APCS coating systems shall not be used under conditions that violate
service limitations or other requirements in the applicable APCS data sheets.
Only approved products shall be used. (See definitions in SAES-H-001).
5.4 In cases a coating system appears otherwise acceptable but has been applied at
thicknesses greater than the specified maximum, consult the RSA, to determine
if the intent of the standard has been violated and what corrective action is
needed.
5.5 When an APCS system is used to coat concrete surfaces, the surface preparation
and coating application requirements shall be in accordance with SAES-H-003.
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5.6 Coatings that have exceeded their shelf life shall not be used unless written
approval is obtained from the RSA.
Revision Summary
29 June, 2005 Revised the "Next Planned Update". Reaffirmed the contents of the document, and reissued
with minor revisions.
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APCS-1A
1 Type of Coating
Epoxy Coating System for Atmospheric Service (with Inorganic Zinc Primer).
2 General Data
2.1 Typical Use
Severe atmospheric exposure, particularly for offshore construction. Not

generally specified for maintenance painting.
2.2 Service Condition Limitations
Maximum Service Temperature: 150°C
2.3 Purchase Specifications
2.3.1 Primer: 09-SAMSS-071
2.3.2 Topcoats: 09-SAMSS-069
2.4 SAP Material Numbers (SAMS Stock Numbers)
2.4.1 Primer: 1000194146 (09-611-958) / 1000194182

(09-611-969) solvent or water based.
Thinner: 1000198445 (09-738-220)
2.4.2 Topcoat: 1000194629 (09-612-364), 1000194797

(09-612-369) or 1000194960 (09-612-375)
depending on color.
Thinner: 1000198452 (09-738-260)
3 Surface Preparation Requirements
3.1 Minimum Cleanliness Level
3.1.1 Initial: Sa 2-1/2 (SP10)
3.1.2 Touch-up: Sa 2-1/2 (SP10)

St 3 (SP3) for areas less than 0.1 m²
Use APCS-1C zinc-rich epoxy for primer
repair
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3.2 Profile: 40-65 micrometers, minimum-maximum
Abrasive: 1000161068 (08-220-865) or 1000160374

(08-202-900)
4 Dry Film Thickness Requirements
4.1 Each Coat
4.1.1 Primer: One Coat

65-100 micrometers, minimum-maximum
4.1.2 Topcoats: Two or more coats

150 micrometers, maximum per coat
4.2 Total System: Minimum three coats

Commentary Note:
Mandatory technical properties and storage, mixing, and application requirements

shall be as given in the Saudi Aramco Data Sheets (SAES-H-101V).
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APCS-1B
1 Type of Coating
Epoxy Coating System for Atmospheric Service (with Epoxy Primer).
2 General Data
2.1 Typical Use
Severe atmospheric exposure including exposure to many acids and alkalis;

primer can be used with APCS-12.
2.4.1 Primer: 1000194626 (09-612-362)
Thinner: 1000198455 (09-738-280)
2.4.2 Topcoat: 1000194629 (09-612-364), 1000194797

(09-612-369) or 1000194960 (09-612-375)
depending on color.
Thinner: 1000198452 (09-738-260)
3.1.1 Initial: Sa 2-1/2 (SP10)
3.1.2 Touch-up: Sa 2-1/2 (SP10)

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Abrasive: 1000161068 (08-220-865), 1000161203

(08-220-895) or 1000160374 (08-202-900).
4.1 Each Coat
4.1.1 Primer: One coat



Commentary Note:

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APCS-1C
1 Type of Coating
Epoxy Coating System for Atmospheric Service (with Zinc-Rich Epoxy Primer).
2 General Data
2.1 Typical Use
Maintenance painting for severe atmospheric exposures; primer can be used

with APCS-12.
2.3 Purchase Specifications: 09-SAMSS-069
2.4.1 Primer: 1000195348 (09-612-580), 1000195361

(09-612-590) or 1000195361 (09-612-590)
depending on can size
Thinner: 1000198449 (09-738-240)
2.4.2 Topcoat: 1000194629 (09-612-364), 1000194797

(09-612-369) or 1000194960 (09-612-375)
depending on color.
Thinner: 1000198452 (09-738-260)
3.1.1 Initial: Sa 2-1/2 (SP10)
3.1.2 Touch-up: Sa 2-1/2 (SP10)

Abrasive: 1000161068 (08-220-865), 1000161203

(08-220-895) or 1000160374 (08-202-900).
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4.1 Each Coat



Commentary Note:

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APCS-1D
1 Type of Coating
Epoxy with Top-coat Polyurethane Coating System for Atmospheric Service (with
Inorganic Zinc Primer).
2 General Data
2.1 Typical Use
Severe atmospheric exposure, when added gloss retention, color retention and
abrasion resistance are required (usually outdoors). Not generally specified for
maintenance painting.
2.4.1 Primer: 1000194146 (09-611-958) / 1000194182

(09-611-969) solvent or water based.
Thinner: 1000198445 (09-738-220)
2.4.2 Intermediate coat: 1000194629 (09-612-364), 1000194797

(09-612-369) or 1000194960 (09-612-375)
depending on color.
Thinner: 1000198452 (09-738-260)
2.4.3 Topcoat: 1000194672 (09-612-365), 1000194675

(09-612-366), 1000194793 (09-612-367),
1000194795 (09-612-368) or 1000194851
(09-612-371) depending on color.
Thinner: 1000198479 (09-738-345)
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3.1.1 Initial: Sa 2-1/2 (SP10)
3.1.2 Touch-up: Sa 2-1/2 (SP10)

Use APCS - 1C zinc-rich epoxy for primer
repair.
3.2 Profile:40-65 micrometers, minimum-maximum
Abrasive: 1000161068 (08-220-865) or 1000160374

(08-202-900)
4.1 Each Coat

4.1.2 Intermediate Coat: One or more coats

4.1.3 Topcoat: One coat


Commentary Note:

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APCS-1E
1 Type of Coating
Epoxy Primer).
2 General Data
2.1 Typical Use
Severe atmospheric exposure including exposure to many acids and alkalis,

when added gloss retention, color retention and abrasion resistance are required
(usually outdoors).
2.4.1 Primer : 1000194626 (09-612-362)
Thinner: 1000198455 (09-738-280)

(09-612-369) or 1000194960 (09-612-375)
depending on color.
Thinner: 1000198452 (09-738-260)
2.4.3 Topcoat: 1000194672 (09-612-365), 1000194675

(09-612-366), 1000194793 (09-612-367),
1000194795 (09-612-368) or 1000194851
Thinner: 1000198479 (09-738-345)
3.1.1 Initial: Sa 2-1/2 (SP10)
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3.1.2 Touch-up: Sa 2-1/2 (SP10)

Abrasive: 1000161068 (08-220-865), 1000161203

(08-220-895) or 1000160374 (08-202-900)
4.1 Each Coat




Commentary Note:

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APCS-1F
1 Type of Coating
Zinc-Rich Epoxy Primer).
2 General Data
2.1 Typical Use
Maintenance painting for severe atmospheric exposures when added gloss

retention, color retention and abrasion resistance are required (usually outdoors).
2.4.1 Primer: 1000195348 (09-612-580), 1000195361

(09-612-590) or 1000195361 (09-612-590)
Thinner: 1000198449 (09-738-240)

(09-612-369) or 1000194960 (09-612-375)
depending on color.
Thinner: 1000198452 (09-738-260)
2.4.3 Topcoat: 1000194672 (09-612-365), 1000194675

(09-612-366), 1000194793 (09-612-367),
1000194795 (09-612-368) or 1000194851
Thinner: 1000198479 (09-738-345)
3.1.1 Initial: Sa 2-1/2 (SP10)
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3.1.2 Touch-up: Sa 2-1/2 (SP10)

Abrasive: 1000161068 (08-220-865), 1000161203

(08-220-895) or 1000160374 (08-202-900)
4.1 Each Coat




Commentary Note:

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APCS-2A
1 Type of Coating
Phenolic Epoxy Coating System for General Immersion Service (Self-Priming).
2 General Data
2.1 Typical Use:
Immersion service particularly for raw or treated waters and for GOSP traps
handling hot crude oil/brine solutions. Not suitable for potable water.
2.2.1 Maximum Service Temperature: 90°C
2.2.2 Maximum Service Pressure: 6890 kPa (ga)

(1000 psig)
2.2.3 Maximum Partial Pressure H2S, CO2: 345 kPa (ga)

(50 psig)
2.2.4 Requires 7 days curing time at 25ºC
2.3 Purchase Specification: 09-SAMSS-067
Coating: 1000195232 (09-612-425) or 1000195235

(09-612-453) depending on color
Thinner: 1000198377 (09-738-140)
3.1.1 Initial: Sa 3 (SP5)
3.1.2 Touch-up: Sa 3 (SP5) Refer to repair procedure in

SAES-H-100 for areas less than 0.1 m².
Abrasive: 1000161068 (08-220-865) or 1000160374

(08-202-900)
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4.1 Each Coat: Three or more coats

125 microns, maximum per coat

275-375 microns, minimum-maximum
4.3 Coating thickness within 2 m of anode connections shall be 30% greater than the
specified dry film thickness range.
4.4 Succeeding coats shall be of contrasting colors.

Commentary Note:

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APCS-2B
1 Type of Coating
Phenolic Epoxy Coating System for Potable Water Immersion Service (Self-Priming).
2 General Data
2.1 Typical Use: Immersion service for potable water application.
2.2.2 Maximum Service Pressure: 3445 kPa (ga) (500 psig)
2.2.3 Requires current 24 months certificate stating that the product is tested
and used for potable water application
Coating: 1000195317 (09-612-518) or 1000195341

Thinner: 1000198372 (09-738-100)

Abrasive: 1000161068 (08-220-865) or 1000160374

(08-202-900)
4.1 Each Coat: Three or more coats

125 microns, maximum per coat
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275-375 microns, minimum-maximum.

Commentary Note:

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APCS-2C
1 Type of Coating
Phenolic Epoxy Coating System for Immersion Service, at temperatures up to

120°C.
2 General Data
2.1 Typical Use: Immersion service for de-mineralized water

and boiler skim tanks.
2.2.2 Maximum Service Pressure: 3445 kPa (ga) (500 psi)
2.2.3. Requires 7 days curing time at 25oC
2.4.1 Primer: 1000194295 (09-612-312)
2.4.2 Topcoat: 1000194298 (09-612-313) or 1000194352

Thinner: 1000198483 (09-738-380)

SAES-H-100 for areas less than 0.1 m²
Abrasive: 1000161068 (08-220-865) or 1000160374

(08-202-900)
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4.1 Each Coat
4.1.1 Primer: One coat, See Saudi Aramco data sheets

(SAES-H-101V) for the primer dry film
thickness.
4.1.2 Topcoats: Two or more coats 125 micrometers,

maximum per coat
4.2 Total System: Three or more coats

4.5 APCS-2C is not normally recommended for potable water immersion service.
In these cases, consult the RSA.
Commentary Note:

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APCS-2D
1 Type of Coating
Epoxy Coating System for Interior of Steel Aviation Fuel Storage Tanks and Piping.
2 General Data
2.1 Typical Use: Immersion service for aviation fuels, turbine

fuels and kerosene
2.3 Purchase Specification(s): MIL-C-4556E, QPL-4556E, or the Defense

Standard DStan80-97-3 for products
manufactured by European manufacturers.
2.4.1 Primer (Yellow): 1000194354 (09-612-316)
2.4.2 Topcoat (White): 1000194357 (09-612-317)
2.4.3 Thinner: 1000198458 (09-738-290)

SAES-H-100 for areas less than0.1 m²
Abrasive: 1000161068 (08-220-865) or 1000160374

(08-202-900)
4.1 Each Coat: Two or more coats

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4.2 Total System: Minimum two coats

200 - 250 micrometers, minimum-maximum
4.3 The total system thickness shall be applied in a minimum of two coats of
contrasting colors.
Commentary Note:

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APCS–2E
1 Type of Coating
Solvent Free Epoxy Coating for General Immersion Service (Self-Priming).
2 General Data
2.1 Typical Use: Immersion service such as hydrocarbon,

aqueous and corrosive chemical
environments.
2.2.2 Maximum Service Pressure: 20,700 kPa (ga) (3,000 psig)
Coating: 1000658840 (09-000-472) or 1000683474

Thinner: 1000647354 (09-000-465)

3.2 Profile: 40 - 100 microns, minimum-maximum
Abrasive: 1000161068 (08-220-865) or 1000160374

(08-202-900).
4.1 Each Coat: Two coats

300 – 400 microns, maximum per coat
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500 – 800 microns, minimum-maximum.

Commentary Note:

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APCS-2F
1 Type of Coating
Glass Flake Polyester Coating System for General Immersion Service (Single coat).
2 General Data:
2.1 Typical use: Immersion service such as hydrocarbon,

seawater, raw water, aqueous and corrosive
chemical environments.
2.2 Service Limitation:
2.2.3 Not suitable for demineralised water and polar solvents.
In addition to the following specifications: tensile strength > 3700psi, elongation

at break 1.3% in immersion condition, abrasion resistance < 430 gm loss per
1000 cycles per 1000 gm load, and Hardness > 40 Barcol after full cure.
2.4 SAMS Stock Numbers: Contact RSA
3 Surface Preparation
3.1.1 Initial : Sa 3 (SP5)

3.2 Profile: 65 - 100 micrometers, minimum-maximum
Abrasive: S/N 08-220-865, 08-220-895, or 08-202-900.
4 Application and Dry Film Thickness Requirements
4.1 Application: Single coat application by airless equipment

(45:1) to build up the required thickness
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Stripe Coating: Weld lines, appurtenances, welded bracket

should be stripe coated prior to spray apply
coating.
4.2 Total Film Thickness: Maximum two coats

600 - 1000 micrometers, minimum-
maximum
4.3 The total system thickness shall be applied in a single coat or two coats wet on
wet. Use contrasting colors if the second coat is to be applied within the
allowed re-coating intervals.
Commentary Note:

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APCS–2G
1 Type of Coating
Glass Flake Vinyl Ester Coating System for Heavy-Duty Immersion Service (Single
coat).
2 General Data
2.1 Typical Use: Immersion service such as hydrocarbon,

seawater, raw water, aqueous and corrosive
chemical environments. Suitable for
immersion service at GOSPS pressure
vessels and headers.
2.2.3 Not suitable for demineralised water and polar solvents.
In addition to the following specifications: tensile strength > 38740psi,

elongation at break 1.6% in immersion condition, abrasion resistance < 134 gm
loss per 1000 cycles per 1000 gm load, and Hardness > 45 Barcol after full cure.
2.4 SAMS Stock Numbers (SAP Material Numbers)
Coating: 09-000-502 (1000709300)
Inhibitor (Retarder): 09-000-505 (1000709303)
Cleaner: 09-000-503 (1000709301)
3.1.2 Touch-up: Sa 2-1/2 (SP10)

St 3 (SP3) for areas less than 0.1 m2
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Abrasive: 1000161068 (08-220-865) or 1000160374

(08-202-900)
4.1 Total System: One Coat

4.2 Film thickness higher than 600 microns shall be applied in two coats with
minimum over coating intervals as per the manufacturer data sheet.
4.3 Applications require higher dry film thickness shall be consulted with the
coating RSA.
Commentary Note:

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APCS-3
1 Type of Coating
Coal Tar Epoxy Coating System for Immersion Service (Self-Priming).
2 General Data
2.1 Typical Use: Immersion service in tanks containing

hydrocarbons, seawater, fresh water and
most alkalis; intermittent contact with acids
and solvents.
2.2.1 Maximum Service Temperature (Immersion): 70°C
2.2.2 Not for use in pressure vessels.
2.2.3 Not suitable for use in direct sunlight.
Coating: 1000194372 (09-612-318); red, 1000194375

(09-612-320); black
Thinner: 1000198441 (09-738-180)
3.1.1 Initial: Sa 2-1/2 (SP10)
3.1.2 Touch-up: Sa 2-1/2 (SP10) Refer to repair procedure

in SAES-H-100 for areas less than 0.1 m².
Abrasive: 1000161168 (08-220-878) or 1000160377

(08-202-910).
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4.3 Succeeding coats shall be of contrasting colors. If a holding primer is used, it

shall constitute an additional coat.
Commentary Note:

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APCS-4
1 Type of Coating
Aluminum - Pigmented Alkyd Coating System.
2 General Data
2.1 Typical Use: Structural steelwork, tanks, vessels, pipes

and equipment subject to moderate industrial
atmospheres including H2S fumes and high
humidity. Not generally recommended for
shop applications or when handling is
required after coating. (See APCS - 26/26T).
2.4.1 Primer: 1000197976 (09-708-133) or 1000198011

(09-708-137) depending on can size
2.4.2 Topcoat: 1000196402 (09-686-354)
Thinner: 1000198474 (09-738-340)
3.1.2 Touch-up: Sa 2 (SP6)

St 3 (SP3) for areas less than 1.0 m².
3.2 Profile: Min.: Not critical

Max.: 40 micrometers
Abrasive: 1000161068 (08-220-865), 1000161203

(08-220-895) or 1000160374 (08-202-900)
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4.1 Each Coat
4.1.1 Primer: Two or more coats 50 micrometers,

maximum per coat
75 micrometers, minimum primer total
4.1.2 Topcoats: One or more coats


Commentary Note:

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APCS–5
1 Type of Coating
Thermal Reflective and Insulating External Coating System.
2 General Data
2.1 Typical Use: External coating for petroleum tanks, vessels

and drums to reduce the solar heat gain and
to minimize the evaporation losses. Suitable
as alternative for safety protection for hot
piping surfaces in the Plant.
Maximum Service Temperature: 450 °F (232 °C)
Used with approved primer and top coat for color retention.
Solar Reflectance shall not be less than 80% as per ASTM-903.
Emittance Value shall not be less than 90% as per ASTM-408.
The coating shall pass 1500 hour of Salt fog test ASTM B-117 without any rust
creep, blistering and cracking.
3.1.1 Initial: Sa 2-1/2 (SP10)
3.1.2 Touch-up: Sa 2-1/2 (SP10)

Use APCS - 1C (zinc-rich epoxy) as primer
for repair
Abrasive: 1000161068 (08-220-865), 1000161203

(08-220-895) or 1000160374 (08-202-900)
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For tanks, vessels, and drums 300 – 500 microns, minimum- maximum
For hot piping (safety) 500 microns reduce substrate temp. 40°F
Commentary Note:
Mandatory technical properties and storage, mixing, and application requirements shall
be as given in the Saudi Aramco Data Sheets (SAES-H-101V).
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APCS-6
1 Type of Coating
Alkyd Enamel Coating System.
2 General Data
2.1 Typical Use: Structural steels, machinery and equipment

in marine and industrial environments
including intermittent exposure to H2S
fumes and high humidity. Not
recommended for shop application or when
handling is required after coating. (See
APCS-26/26T).
2.4.1 Primer : 1000197976 (09-708-133) or 1000198011

2.4.2 Topcoat: 1000195487 (09-630-753), 1000195490

(09-630-758), 1000195495 (09-630-763),
1000195532 (09-630-768), 1000195571
(09-630-769), 1000195577 (09-630-770),
1000195631 (09-630-771), 1000195637
(09-630-773), 1000195650 (09-630-785),
1000195683 (09-630-794), 1000195685
(09-630-796), 1000195687 (09-630-798),
1000195689 (09-631-301), 1000195742

(09-631-322), 1000195745 (09-631-450),
1000195747 (09-631-455), 1000195749
(09-631-462), 1000195801 (09-631-465),
1000195803 (09-631-590) or 1000195831
2.4.3 Thinner: 1000198474 (09-738-340)
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3.2 Profile: Min.: Not Critical

Max.: 40 micrometers
Abrasive: 1000161068 (08-220-865), 1000161203

(08-220-895) or 1000160374 (08-202-900)
4.1 Each Coat
4.1.1 Primer: Two or more coats

75 micrometers, minimum primer total
4.1.2 Topcoats: One or more coats


Commentary Note:

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APCS-7
1 Type of Coating
Rust Conversion Primer/Alkyd Topcoat System for Use on Slightly Rusted Steel.
2 General Data
2.1 Typical Use: Maintenance coating system for APCS-4 and

APCS-6. Applied directly to bare, slightly
rusted steel surfaces. Not intended as an
intermediate or tie coat over sound coatings.
2.4.1 Conversion Coating: 1000195390 (09-612-730)
2.4.2 Topcoat: Rust conversion coatings are only approved

for use with specific topcoats. Refer to
09-612-730 or to the RSA for acceptable
conversion coating/topcoat combinations.
3.1 Required Cleanliness Level
Slightly Rusted Steel: St 2 (SP 2) or St 3 (SP 3)
Note: Roughen (feather) adjacent sound coating.
3.2 Profile: Not critical
4.1 Rust Converter: One or more coats to the minimum thickness

shown on the Saudi Aramco data sheet in
SAES-H-10lV.
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4.2 Topcoats: One or more coats.
40 micrometers (1.5 mils) maximum per coat

for aluminum alkyds
50 micrometers (2.0 mils) maximum per coat

for alkyd enamels.
4.3 Total System: Minimum three coats.
Alkyd enamels: 50-100 micrometers (2-4 mils) above the

thickness of the rust converter.
Aluminum alkyds: 37-75 micrometers (1-½ to 3 mils) above the

thickness of the rust converter.
Commentary Note:

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APCS-9
1 Type of Coating
Chlorinated Rubber Coating System.
2 General Data
2.1 Typical Use: Metallic and concrete surfaces exposed to

salts, high humidity, and spillage of acids
and alkalis.
2.3.1 Primer: None
2.3.2 Topcoat: None
2.4.1 Primer: 1000196351 (09-685-442)
2.4.2 Topcoat: 1000196312 (09-685-436), 1000196317

(09-685-438), 1000196355 (09-685-448),
1000196359 (09-685-450) depending on
color
Initial: Metallic Surfaces: Sa 2-1/2 (SP10)
Nonmetallic Surfaces: Surface shall be dry

and free of all contaminants such as grease,
oil, dirt and loose paint.
Touch-up: Metallic Surfaces: Sa 2-1/2 (SP10)

St 3 (SP3) for area less than 0.1 m²
Nonmetallic Surfaces: Surface shall be dry

and free of all contaminants such as grease,
oil, dirt, and loose paint.
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Abrasive: 1000161068 (08-220-865), 1000161203

(08-220-895) or 1000160374 (08-202-900)
4.1 Each Coat
4.1.1 Primer: One or more coats

4.1.2 Topcoat: One or more coats


Commentary Note:

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APCS-10
1 Type of Coating
Bituminous Paint for Moderate Temperature, Buried or Immersion Service

(Self-Priming).
2 General Data
2.1 Typical Use: Buried and immersed steel. Resistant to

water and acidic fumes.
2.2.2 Not suitable for exposure to direct sunlight or hydrocarbon solvents.
2.3 Purchase Specification: None
2.4 SAP Material Numbers (SAMS Stock Numbers):
Coating: 1000194025 (09-611-715), 1000194029

(09-611-720) or 1000194032 (09-611-725)
3.1 Minimum Cleanliness Level, Initial and Touch-up:
3.1.1 Pipelines in hydrocarbon service and all pipelines in road and camel
crossings: Sa 2 (SP6)
St 3 (SP3) if less than 3m long.
3.1.2 General Steelwork: St 3 (SP3)
3.2 Profile: Not Critical
4.1 Each Coat:
See Saudi Aramco data sheets (SAES-H-101V) for dry film thickness per coat
and number of coats.
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4.2 Total System
4.2.1 Buried: 750 micrometers, minimum
4.2.2 Immersed: 1150 micrometers, minimum

Commentary Note:

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APCS-11A
1 Type of Coating
High Temperature External Coating System for Atmospheric Service between 150°C-
400°C (with Inorganic Zinc Primer).
2 General Data
2.1 Typical Use: Steel in atmospheric service at elevated

temperature.
Service Temperature: 150°C-400°C
2.3.2 Topcoat: 09-SAMSS-103
2.4.1 Primer: 1000194146 (09-611-958) / 1000194182

(09-611-969) solvent or water based
2.4.2 Thinner: 1000198445 (09-738-220)
2.4.3 Topcoat: 1000196488 (09-687-325)
3.1.1 Initial: Sa 2-1/2 (SP10)
3.1.2 Touch-Up: Sa 2-1/2 (SP10)

Abrasive: 1000161068 (08-220-865) or 1000160374

(08-202-900)
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4.1 Each Coat

4.1.2 Topcoat(s): One coat

4.2 Total System: Two coats

Commentary Note:

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APCS-11B
1 Type of Coating
Ultra High Temperature External Coating System for Atmospheric Service Between
400°C and 540°C.
2 General Data
2.1 Typical Use: Steel in atmospheric service at elevated

temperatures.
Service Temperature: 400°C-540°C
2.4.1 Primer: N/A
2.4.2 Topcoat: N/A
2.4.3 Self Priming: 1000196502 (09-687-330)
3.2 Profile: 25 micrometers, maximum
Abrasive: 1000161068 (08-220-865) or 1000160374

(08-202-900)
4.1 Primer: One coat

4.2 Topcoat: One coat

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4.3 Total System: Two coats

Commentary Note:

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APCS-12
1 Type of Coating
Non-skid Epoxy Coating System for Floors and Decks.
2 General Data
2.1 Typical Use: Light duty Non-skid surface on interior and

exterior floors and walkways.
2.3.3 Aggregate: Nonskid aggregate shall be provided by the

coating material manufacturer subject to
approval by Saudi Aramco.
2.4.1 Primer: 1000194626 (09-612-362), 1000195348

(09-612 580) or 1000195361 (09-612-590)
depending on generic type and can size.
Thinner: 1000198455 (09-738-280) for epoxy primer,

and 1000198449 (09-738-240) for zinc rich
primer
2.4.2 Topcoat: 1000194629 (09-612-364), 1000194797

(09-612- 369) or 1000194960 (09-612-375)
depending on color.
Thinner: 09-738-260
3.1.1 Initial: Sa 2-1/2 (SP10)
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3.1.2 Touch-up: Sa 2-1/2 (SP10)

St 3 (SP3) for areas less than 0.1 m².
Abrasive: 1000161068 (08-220-865), 1000161203

(08-220-895) or 1000160374 (08-202-900)
4.1 Each Coat


Non-skid aggregate shall be broadcast into

the next to last topcoat while it is still wet.
A final topcoat shall be applied over the
aggregate sealing it in.

Commentary Note:

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APCS-17A
1 Type of Coating
Inorganic Zinc Primer (Solvent Based).
2 General Data
2.1 Typical Uses:
a) Under thermal insulation in certain cyclic cryogenic and high temperature

services.
b) A one-coat atmospheric coating system, with written RSA approval.
2.2 Coating Application Limitations: Relative humidity must exceed 50% during
coating application and curing.
2.3 Service Condition Limitations:
2.5.1 Coating: 1000194146 (09-611-958)
2.5.2 Thinner: 1000198445 (09-738-220)
3.1.1 Initial: Sa 2-1/2 (SP10)
3.1.2 Touch-up: Sa 2-1/2 (SP10)

Abrasive: 1000161068 (08-220-865) or 1000160374

(08-202-900).
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Total System: One coat

Commentary Note:
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APCS-17B
1 Type of Coating
Inorganic Zinc Primer (Water-Based).
2 General Data
2.1 Typical Uses:
a) Under thermal insulation in certain cyclic cryogenic and high temperature

services.
b) A one-coat atmospheric coating system, with written RSA approval.
2.2 Coating Application Limitations: Relative humidity must be less than 50%
during coating application and curing.
2.5 SAP Material Number

(SAMS Stock Number): 1000194182 (09-611-969)
3.1.1 Initial: Sa 2-1/2 (SP10)
3.1.2 Touch-up: Sa 2-1/2 (SP10)

Abrasive: 1000161068 (08-220-865) or

1000160374 (08-202-900)
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Total System: One coat 65-100 micrometers, minimum-

maximum
Commentary Note:
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APCS-19A
1 Type of Coating
Splash Zone Compound, Hand Applied Grade.
2 General Data
2.1 Typical Use: Temporary maintenance coating on boat

landings and non-critical steel surfaces in
splash zone or immersion service. Patch
repairs to APCS-19A and APCS-19B.
2.2.2 Not suitable for use in contact with potable water.
2.4 SAP Material Number (SAMS Stock Number): 1000194524 (09-612-345)
3.1.1 Initial: Sa 2-1/2 (SP10)
3.1.2 Touch-up: Sa 2-1/2 (SP10)

3.2 Profile:75 micrometers, minimum
Abrasive: 1000161063 (08-220-850), 1000161200

(08-220-890) or 1000160377 (08-202-910).

2500 micrometers, minimum
Commentary Note:

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APCS-19B
1 Type of Coating
Splash Zone Compound, Spray Applied Grade.
2 General Data
2.1 Typical Use: Certain steel surfaces in splash zone areas of

marine structures such as offshore platforms,
jetties, and steel pilings. Also, as a pipe
coating at above/below ground transitions
and road crossings.
2.2.2 Not suitable for use in contact with potable water.
2.4 SAP Material Number (SAMS Stock Number): 1000194520 (09-612-339)
3.1.1 Initial: Sa 2-1/2 (SP10)
3.1.2 Touch-up: Sa 2-1/2 (SP10)

3.2 Profile:75 micrometers (3 mils), minimum
Abrasive: 1000161063 (08-220-850), 1000161200

(08-220-890) or 1000160377 (08-202-910)

2500 micrometers, minimum
Commentary Note:
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APCS-20A
1 Type of Coating
Fiberglass Reinforced Coatings, Hand Lay-Up.
2 General Data
2.1 Typical Use: Repair of badly corroded steel tank interiors.

Applied at increased thicknesses if
strengthening is required.
Maximum Service Temperature: Varies with resin used.
2.3.1 Primer: None
2.3.2 Resin: None
2.3.3 Fiberglass Mat: None
2.4.1 Primer: None
2.4.2 Resin: None
2.4.3 Fiberglass Mat: None
3.1.1 Initial: Sa 2-1/2 (SP10)
All sharp dimensional changes, such as

fillets shall be filled with the coating
manufacturers recommended patching
compound to obtain a smooth contour. The
minimum throat dimension of shell-to-
bottom fillets in storage tanks shall be
25 mm.
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3.1.2 Touch-up: Sa 2-1/2 (SP10)

3.2 Profile: As recommended by the Coating

Manufacturer.
4 Other Requirements
4.1 Entrapped air, entrapped sand or other foreign matter, wrinkles, sags and dry
spots in the coating shall be removed and the affected area repaired.
4.2 Use 2 layers of glass cloth with a 3:1 ratio of resin: reinforcement by weight.
Commentary Note:

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APCS-20B
1 Type of Coating
Glass Flake or Chopped Fiberglass Reinforced Coatings (Spray Applied) for Storage
Tanks Interior Application.
2 General Data
2.1 Typical Use: Repair of badly corroded steel tank interiors

where spray application is preferred.
Maximum Service Temperature: Varies with product used
2.3.1 Primer: None
2.3.2 Epoxy Resin: None
2.3.3 Chopped Fiberglass: None
2.4.1 Primer: None
2.4.2 Epoxy Resin: None
2.4.3 Chopped Fiberglass: None
3.1.1 Initial: Sa 2-1/2 (SP10).
All sharp dimensional changes such as fillets

shall be filled with the coating manufacturers
recommended patching compound to obtain
a smooth contour. The minimum throat
dimensions of shell to bottom fillets in
storage tanks shall be 25 mm.
3.1.2 Touch-up: Sa 2-1/2 (SP10)

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3.2 Profile: As recommended by the Coating

Manufacturer.
4 Other Requirements (refer to APCS-2F and 2G)
Entrapped air, entrapped sand, or other foreign matter, wrinkles, sags, and dry spots in
the coating shall be removed and the affected areas repaired.
Commentary Note:
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APCS–22A
1 Type of Coating
Epoxy Coating for Application onto Damp Steel Surfaces; Two-Coat System.
2 General Data
2.1 Typical Use: Offshore Steel Structures in above-water

areas. Can be applied in conditions of high
humidity to a slightly damp substrate.
2.2.2 Not normally suitable for immersion service.
2.4.1 Primer: 1000194560 (09-612-352) or 1000195239

2.4.2 Topcoat: 1000194565 (09-612-357), 1000194568 (

09-612-358), 1000194590 (09-612-359),
1000195273 (09-612-462), 1000195277
(09-612-465) or 1000195314 (09-612-467)
depending on color and can size
2.4.3 Thinner: 1000198471 (09-738-300)
3.1.1 Initial: Sa 2-1/2 (SP10)
3.1.2 Touch-up: Sa 2-1/2 (SP10)

Abrasive: 1000161068 (08-220-865), 1000161203

(08-220-895) or 1000160374 (08-202-900)
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200 micrometers, maximum per coat.

300-400 micrometers, minimum-maximum.
Commentary Note:
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APCS–22B
1 Type of Coating
Epoxy Coating for Application onto Damp Steel Surfaces; One-Coat System.
2 General Data
2.1 Typical Use: Offshore Steel Structures in above-water

areas. It can be applied on slightly damp
substrate and in high humidity conditions.
2.2.2 Not normally suitable for immersion service.
2.3 Purchase Specifications: 09-SAMSS-087 (modified)
2.4.1 Coating: 1000647350 (09-000-461), 1000647351

(09-000-462), 1000647352 (09-000-463),
1000647353 (09-000-464), 1000669337
(09-000-489), 1000669338 (09-000-490),
1000669339 (09-000-491) or 1000669590
2.4.2 Thinner: 1000647354 (09-000-465)
3.1.1 Initial: Sa 2-1/2 (SP10)
3.1.2 Touch-up: Sa 2-1/2 (SP10)

Abrasive: 1000161068 (08-220-865), 1000161203

(08-220-895) or 1000160374 (08-202-900)
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Total System One coat

350-500 micrometers for atmospheric
service
400-575 micrometers for splash zone service
Commentary Note:

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APCS-23
1 Type of Coating
High Temperature Mastic Coating for Buried or Immersion Service (Self-Priming).
2 General Data
2.1 Typical Use: Buried steel pipe, tanks and structures.
2.2 Service Condition Limitations.
2.2.1 Maximum Service Temperature: 95°C.
2.2.2 Not suitable for exposure to sunlight or hydrocarbons.
2.3 Purchase Specification: None
2.4 SAP Material Numbers (SAMS Stock Numbers): 1000194097 (09-611-754) or

1000194111 (09-611-757)

3.2 Profile: 65 micrometers, minimum
4.1 Each Coat: See Saudi Aramco data sheets

(SAES-H-101V) for dry film thickness per
coat and number of coats.
4.2 Total System: 500 micrometers, minimum

Commentary Note:

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APCS-26
1 Type of Coating
Mastic Epoxy Coating System (Self-Priming).
2 General Data
2.1 Typical Use:
a) One coat for coating maintenance works as alternative to APCS-4 and

APCS-6.
b) A coating for galvanized steel and aluminum for appearance, safety color
coding or increased chemical resistance.
c) A maintenance coating over existing sound coatings.
d) For new steel structures use two coats as minimum to build nominal dry
film thickness of 200 -300 microns.
2.2.2 Not suitable for buried service
2.4.1 Coating: 1000194381 (09-612-330), 1000194386

(09-612-331), 1000194401 (09-612-332),
1000194407 (09-612-333), 1000194420
(09-612-334), 1000194427 (09-612-335) or
1000194471 (09-612-336) depending on
color
2.4.2 Thinner: 1000198487 (09-738-420)
3.1.1 New Construction: Sa 3 (SP5)
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Touch-Up: Sa 3 (SP5)
St 2.5 (SP10) for areas less than 0.1 m²
3.1.2 Maintenance Coating Steel Surfaces:
Exposed Steel: Sa 2 (SP6) for areas greater than 0.1 m²

Sound Coating: Pressure water wash
3.1.3 Galvanized Steel and Aluminum: Sweep blast to lightly roughen the
surface. On new galvanizing, solvent
clean prior to sweep blasting.
3.2 Profile: New Coating 40-75 micrometers, min. -

max.
Maintenance Coating N/A
Abrasive: 1000161068 (08-220-865), 1000161203

(08-220-895) or 1000160374 (08-202-900)
4.1 For Maintenance
4.1.1 Each Coat: One or more coats

4.1.2 Total System: Minimum one coat

125-200 micrometers minimum-maximum
(above the thickness of any existing coating).
4.2 For New Construction
4.2.1 Each Coat Two or more coats
200 – 300 microns, minimum-maximum
4.2.2 Total System: Two coats 200 – 300 microns

Commentary Note:
Mandatory technical properties and storage, mixing, and application

requirements shall be as given in the Saudi Aramco Data Sheets
(SAES-H-101V).
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APCS-26T
1 Type of Coating
Mastic Epoxy with Top-Coat Polyurethane Coating System.
2 General Data
Mastic Epoxy with Top-coat Polyurethane Coating System for use outdoors when gloss
and color retention, and abrasion resistance are required.
2.1 Typical Use:
a) A single coat with Polyurethane top-coat as alternative to APCS-4 and

APCS-6.
b) Suitable for galvanized steel and aluminum for appearance retention or to

increase chemical resistance.
c) Maintenance coating for use over existing sound coatings.
2.2.2 Not suitable for buried service
2.4 SAP Material Numbers (SAMS Stock Numbers):
2.4.1 Primer: 1000194381 (09-612-330), 1000194386

(09-612-331), 1000194401 (09-612-332),
1000194407 (09-612-333), 1000194420
(09-612-334), 1000194427 (09-612-335) or
1000194471 (09-612-336) depending on
color
Thinner: 1000198487 (09-738-420)
2.4.2 Topcoat: 1000194672 (09-612-365), 1000194675

(09-612-366), 1000194793 (09-612-367),
1000194795 (09-612-368) or 1000194851
Thinner: 1000198479 (09-738-345)
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3.1.1 New Bare Steel: Sa 2 (SP6)
Touch-Up: Sa 2 (SP6)
3.1.2 Maintenance Coating
Exposed Steel: Sa 2 (SP6) for areas greater than 0.1 m²

Sound Coating: Pressure water wash to remove lose piants

and scales.
3.1.3 Galvanized Steel and Aluminum: Sweep blast to lightly roughen the
surface. On new galvanizing, solvent clean prior to sweep blasting.
3.2 Profile: New Coating 40-65 micrometers, min. –

max.
Maintenance Coating N/A
Abrasive: 1000161068 (08-220-865), 1000161203

(08-220-895) or 1000160374 (08-202-900)
4.1 For Maintenance
Each Coat


25-65 micrometers
4.1.3. Total Film Thickness: Two coats, 150-260 micrometers, minimum-

maximum above the thickness of any
existing coating.
4.2 For New Construction
4.2.1 Primer: Two or more coats

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4.2.2 Topcoat One coat

4.2.3 Total Thickness: 240 – 360 microns

Commentary Note:
Mandatory technical properties and storage, mixing, and application

requirements shall be as given in the Saudi Aramco Data Sheets
(SAES-H-101V).Coating Application.
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APCS-27
1 Type of Coating
Solvent Free Two-component Ultra Hybrid Epoxy Coating System for Immersion
Serivce at High Temperautre up to 150ºC.
2 General Data
2.1 Typical use: Immersion service for GOSP vessels

handling hydrocarbon solutions at
temperature up to 150°C. Suitable for
immersion in DGA (Di-Glycol Amine)
columns, Sulphur recovery units, sour gas
treating units
2.2. Service limitation: Not suitable for potable water services.
2.3 Purchase Specification: 09-SAMSS-067, in addition to the following

minimum mandatory requirements; CP
Disbonding max. 20 mm as ASTM G42 @
90ºC, Adhesion strength (> 290 kg/cm2),
Elongation at break (>1.8%), Barcol
hardness (> 45) at full cure.
2.4 SAMS Stock Numbers: N/A (Consult with the coating RSA)
3 Surface Preparation

3.2 Profile: 65 - 100 microns, minimum-maximum
Abrasive: 1000161063 (08-220-850), 1000161200

(08-220-890) or 1000160377 (08-202-910)
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4 Application and Dry Film Thickness Requirements
4.1 Application: Single coat application by airless equipment

(45:1) to build up the required thickness
Stripe Coating: Weld lines, appurtenances, welded barckets,

nozzles, and corners should be stripe coated
prior to spray apply the coating. Use Hand
brushing grade to wet out surfaces.
4.2 Total Thickness: One or Two coats to build up 600 - 1000

microns, minimum-maximum.
4.3 The total dry film thickness shall be applied in a single coat or two coats (wet on
wet). Use contrasting colors if the second coat is to be applied within the
allowed re-coating intervals.
Thicknesses higher than the recommended above shall be consulted with RSA
and the coating manufacturer.
Commentary Note:

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APSC-28
1 Type of Coating
Specialty Coating Systems for Renovation and Repair of Pumps and Valves Interiors.
2 General Data
2.1 Typical Use: Suitable for pump casing and valve body
repair and protection in immersion seawater
and hydrocarbon services where good
corrosion, abrasion, and chemical resistance
are required.
2.2 Service Condition Limitations:
 Poor resistance to polar solvents and alkaline at temperature above 60oC.
 For services handling Soduim Hydroxide and Soduim Hypochlorite consult

the RSA for appropriate product and application.
2.3 Purchase Specifications: 09-SAMSS-067 in addition to the following minimum

mandatory requirements; Tensile Strength (62 MPa - 85 MPa), Elongation
(1.2% - 2.3%), Dielectric Strength (>20 Kv/mm), Flexural Strength (113 MPa –
139MPa), Barcol Hardness (>38) at full cure.
2.4 SAMS Stock Numbers: N/A
Due to the multipe service conditions and the variaty of the products that can be
used for the repair, consult the RSA for selecting the appropriate product and
application as given in SAES-H-101V.
3.1 Chloride Salts Decontamination: Surface shall be free from soluble salts before
coating application. Refer to SAES-H-100 for the acceptable salt contaminants
and method of decontamination.
3.2.1 New Bare Steel: Sa 3 (SP5)
Touch-Up: Sa 2.5 (SP10)

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3.2.2 Maintenance Coating:
Exposed Steel: Sa 2.5 (SP10) for areas greater than 0.1 m²
3.3 Profile: 60 - 100 microns, min. – max.
Abrasive: 1000161063 (08-220-850), 1000161200

(08-220-890) or 1000160377 (08-202-910)
4.1 For use as maintenance coating
Priming: All clean blasted surfaces shall be primed

with a primer grade of the product used. The
primer shall wet out all blasted surfaces
immediately after blasting.
Filling: Pits and worn out sections shall be built up

using the filler grade of the product used or
any approved compatible filler.
UnderCoat: One or more coats of the product used

500-1000 microns, minimum-maximum.
Topcoat: One coat 250 – 500 microns, minimum-

maximum.
4.2 Total Thickness:
There is no maximum limit to the total film thickness of using these products.
However, each application shall be determined by the service condition and
amout of building up of the worn out sections.
4.3 For use as protection on new Pumps and Valves
Use undercoat and top coat as per 4.1 with a total film thickness between
750 – 1500 microns.
Commentary Note:

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This Standard describes various approved protective coating systems (APCS's)

2 Conflicts and Deviations

3.1 Saudi Aramco References

Saudi Aramco Engineering Procedure

Saudi Aramco Engineering Standards

SAES-H-100 Painting Requirements for Industrial Facilities

Saudi Aramco Materials System Specifications

3.2 Industry Codes and Standards

Swedish Standard Institute

The Society for Protective Coatings

4.2 Saudi Aramco Data Sheets (SAES-H-101V)

5 Approved Protective Coating Systems

APCS-1E Epoxy/Polyurethane Coating System for Atmospheric Service

APCS-12 Nonskid Epoxy Coating System for Floors and Decks

2.1 Typical Use

Severe atmospheric exposure, particularly for offshore construction. Not

2.2 Service Condition Limitations

Maximum Service Temperature: 150°C

2.3 Purchase Specifications

2.3.1 Primer: 09-SAMSS-071

2.3.2 Topcoats: 09-SAMSS-069

2.4 SAP Material Numbers (SAMS Stock Numbers)

2.4.1 Primer: 1000194146 (09-611-958) / 1000194182

Thinner: 1000198445 (09-738-220)

2.4.2 Topcoat: 1000194629 (09-612-364), 1000194797

Thinner: 1000198452 (09-738-260)

3 Surface Preparation Requirements

3.1 Minimum Cleanliness Level

3.1.1 Initial: Sa 2-1/2 (SP10)

3.1.2 Touch-up: Sa 2-1/2 (SP10)

3.2 Profile: 40-65 micrometers, minimum-maximum

Abrasive: 1000161068 (08-220-865) or 1000160374

4 Dry Film Thickness Requirements

4.1 Each Coat

4.1.1 Primer: One Coat

4.1.2 Topcoats: Two or more coats

4.2 Total System: Minimum three coats

Mandatory technical properties and storage, mixing, and application requirements

Epoxy Coating System for Atmospheric Service (with Epoxy Primer).

2.1 Typical Use

Severe atmospheric exposure including exposure to many acids and alkalis;

2.2 Service Condition Limitations

Maximum Service Temperature: 150°C

2.3 Purchase Specifications

2.3.1 Primer: 09-SAMSS-069

2.3.2 Topcoats: 09-SAMSS-069

2.4 SAP Material Numbers (SAMS Stock Numbers)

2.4.1 Primer: 1000194626 (09-612-362)

Thinner: 1000198455 (09-738-280)

2.4.2 Topcoat: 1000194629 (09-612-364), 1000194797

Thinner: 1000198452 (09-738-260)

3 Surface Preparation Requirements

3.1 Minimum Cleanliness Level

3.1.1 Initial: Sa 2-1/2 (SP10)

3.1.2 Touch-up: Sa 2-1/2 (SP10)

3.2 Profile: 40-65 micrometers, minimum-maximum

Abrasive: 1000161068 (08-220-865), 1000161203

4 Dry Film Thickness Requirements

4.1 Each Coat

4.1.1 Primer: One coat

4.1.2 Topcoats: Two or more coats

4.2 Total System: Minimum three coats

Mandatory technical properties and storage, mixing, and application requirements

2.1 Typical Use

Maintenance painting for severe atmospheric exposures; primer can be used

2.2 Service Condition Limitations

Maximum Service Temperature: 150°C

2.3 Purchase Specifications: 09-SAMSS-069

2.4 SAP Material Numbers (SAMS Stock Numbers)

2.4.1 Primer: 1000195348 (09-612-580), 1000195361

Thinner: 1000198449 (09-738-240)