Intercare 123

Cosmetic Finish
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

A one pack, unique, patented semi-gloss cosmetic coating that allows easy cleaning, reduces frequency of touchup maintenance and minimises rust staining.
Intercare 123 highlights corroded areas requiring repair and also reduces the volume of paint used on high
maintenance areas.

INTENDED USES

For use at Newbuilding, Major Refurbishment, Repair and for Onboard Maintenance on topsides, superstructures
and deck fittings.

PRODUCT INFORMATION

Colour

MVB000-White MVF684-Surf Grey, MVM549-Lt B`wick Green, MVY999Black (Range available)

Finish/Sheen

Semi-gloss

Part B (Curing Agent)

Not applicable

Volume Solids

50% 2% (ISO 3233:1998)

Mix Ratio

Not applicable

Typical Film Thickness

40 microns dry (80 microns wet)

Theoretical Coverage

12.50 m/litre at 40 microns dft, allow appropriate loss factors

Method of Application

Airless Spray, Brush, Roller

Flash Point (Typical)

Single Pack 32C

Drying Information

5C

10C

35C

Touch Dry [ISO 9117/3:2010]

5 hrs

4 hrs

3 hrs

2 hrs

Hard Dry [ISO 9117-1:2009]

24 hrs

20 hrs

10 hrs

6 hrs

5C

10C

Overcoating Data - see limitations

Overcoated By

Intercare 123

REGULATORY DATA

25C

VOC

Substrate Temperature
25C

35C

Min

Max

Min

Max

Min

Max

Min

Max

24 hrs

ext

20 hrs

ext

10 hrs

ext

6 hrs

ext

403 g/lt calculated

273 g/kg of liquid paint as supplied. EU Solvent Emissions Directive (Council
Directive 1999/13/EC)

Note: VOC values are typical and are provided for guidance purposes only. These may be subject to variation
depending on factors such as differences in colour and normal manufacturing tolerances.

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SYSTEMS AND
COMPATIBILITY

Consult your International Paint representative for the system best suited for the surfaces to be protected.

SURFACE PREPARATIONS

Use in accordance with the standard Worldwide Marine Specifications.

All surfaces to be coated should be clean, dry and free from contamination.
High pressure fresh water wash or fresh water wash, as appropriate, and remove all oil or grease, soluble
contaminants and other foreign matter in accordance with SSPC-SP1 solvent cleaning.
NEWBUILDING
Intercare 123 should be applied over Interprime 198 or Intergard 263. Two coats of Intercare 123 may be required to
completely cover dark coloured primers.
REPAIR/OBM
Intercare 123 is suitable for overcoating intact, aged (at least 3 months old), alkyd, chlorinated rubber and acrylic
coatings including Interfine 599.
For overcoating polyurethane and epoxy coatings refer to International Paint.
Repair corroded areas with a scheme of Intertuf 262/Intergard 263 or Interprime 198 (consult the relevant data
sheets).
Repaired areas should be dry and free of all contamination (oil, grease, salt, etc) and overcoated with Intercare 123
within the overcoating intervals specified. Two coats of Intercare 123 may be required to completely cover dark
primers.
Consult your International Paint representative for specific recommendations.

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APPLICATION
Mixing

This material is a one pack coating and should always be mixed thoroughly with a power agitator before
application.

Thinner

Not Recommended. Use International GTA004 only in exceptional circumstances (max 5% by volume). DO NOT
thin more than allowed by local environmental legislation.

Airless Spray

Recommended
Tip Range 0.33-0.43 mm (13-17 thou)
Total output fluid pressure at spray tip not less than 176 kg/cm (2500 p.s.i.)

Conventional Spray

Application by conventional spray is not recommended.

Brush

Suitable.

Roller

Suitable.

Cleaner

International GTA004

Work Stoppages and Cleanup Thoroughly flush all equipment with International GTA004. All unused material should be stored in tightly closed

containers. Partially filled containers may show surface skinning and/or a viscosity increase of the material after
storage. Material should be filtered prior to use.
Welding

SAFETY

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. In North America do so in accordance with instruction in ANSI/ASC Z49.1 "Safety in Welding and
Cutting."
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.
Prior to use, obtain, consult and follow the Material Safety Data Sheet for this product concerning health
and safety information. Read and follow all precautionary notices on the Material Safety Data Sheet and
container labels. If you do not fully understand these warnings and instructions or if you can not strictly
comply with them, do not use this product. Proper ventilation and protective measures must be provided
during application and drying to keep solvent vapour concentrations within safe limits and to protect
against toxic or oxygen deficient hazards. Take precautions to avoid skin and eye contact (ie. gloves,
goggles, face masks, barrier creams etc.) Actual safety measures are dependant on application methods
and work environment.
EMERGENCY CONTACT NUMBERS:
USA/Canada - Medical Advisory Number 1-800-854-6813
Europe - Contact (44) 191 4696111. For advice to Doctors & Hospitals only contact (44) 207 6359191
R.O.W. - Contact Regional Office

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LIMITATIONS

Performance of the product is dependent upon the specified film thickness being achieved.
The anti-stain performance of this product will be impaired on areas subject to constant running water. It is not
suitable for boottops.
On areas of touch up the final shade may look slightly different to the existing scheme.
Overcoating information is given for guidance only and is subject to regional variation depending upon local climate
and environmental conditions. Consult your local International Paint representative for specific recommendations.
Apply in good weather. Temperature of the surface to be coated must be at least 3C above the dew point. For
optimum application properties bring the material to 21-27C, unless specifically instructed otherwise, prior to mixing
and application. Unmixed material (in closed containers) should be maintained in protected storage in accordance
with information given in the STORAGE Section of this data sheet. Technical and application data herein is for the
purpose of establishing a general guideline of the coating application procedures. Test performance results were
obtained in a controlled laboratory environment and International Paint makes no claim that the exhibited published
test results, or any other tests, accurately represent results found in all field environments. As application,
environmental and design factors can vary significantly, due care should be exercised in the selection, verification of
performance and use of the coating.
In the overcoating data section 'ext' = extended overcoating period. Please refer to our Marine Painting Guide Definitions and Abbreviations available on our website.

UNIT SIZE

Unit Size
Vol

Pack

20 lt

20 lt

20 lt

5 lt

5 lt

5 lt

For availability of other unit sizes consult International Paint

UNIT SHIPPING WEIGHT
(TYPICAL)

STORAGE

Unit Size

Unit Weight

20 lt

25.8 Kg

5 lt

6.49 Kg

Shelf Life

12 months minimum at 25C. Subject to re-inspection thereafter. Store in dry, shaded

conditions away from sources of heat and ignition.

WORLDWIDE AVAILABILITY Consult International Paint.

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 the maximum extent
permitted by law) any loss or damage arising out of the use of the product. We hereby disclaim any warranties or representations, express or implied, by
operation of law or otherwise, including, without limitation, any implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. 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 representative that this data sheet is current prior to using the product.
This Technical Data Sheet is available on our website at www.international-marine.com or www.international-pc.com, and should be the same as this
document. Should there be any discrepancies between this document and the version of the Technical Data Sheet that appears on the website, then the
version on the website will take precedence.
All trademarks mentioned in this publication are owned by, or licensed to, the AkzoNobel group of companies.
AkzoNobel, 2015

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