Saes H 002V

Engineering Standard
SAES-H-002V 5 August 2007

Approved Saudi Aramco Data Sheets
for the Pipeline Maintenance External Coatings
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 Kansai - Approved Materials.......................... 2

2 Hempel's - Approved Materials...................... 5
3 International Paint - Approved Materials...... 10
4 Sigma's - Approved Materials...................... 13
5 Sipco - Approved Materials.......................... 16
Previous Issue: 31 July 2004 Next Planned Update: 5 August 2010

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Primary contact: Suller, Abraham A on 966-3-8734158
Copyright©Saudi Aramco 2007. All rights reserved.

Document Responsibility: Paints and Coatings SAES-H-002V
Issue Date: 5 August 2007 Approved Saudi Aramco Data Sheets
Next Planned Update: 5 August 2010 for the Pipeline Maintenance External Coatings
1 Kansai - Approved Materials
APCS-113B Kansai Barrier SA 100% Solids Epoxy
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Manufacturer - Approved Saudi Aramco Data Sheet

APCS-113B
Type of Coating : High Solids Epoxy (Putty)
Manufacturer : Kansai Paint Col. Ltd.
Product Name : Kansai Barrier SA
SAMS S/N : 09-697-835
1. Storage
1.1 Shelf life, sheltered storage at 35°C maximum : 2 years
2. Mixing
2.1 No. of Components : 2
2.2 Mixing Ratio : 2.35 to 1.00 by volume
2.3 Thinner : Do not thin
SAMS S/N :
2.4 Thinning Requirements : N/A
2.5 Induction Time : Nil
2.6 Pot Life : 2 hours at 25°C

0.7 hour at 40°C
0.4hour at 50°C
3. Application
3.1 Maximum Allowable Substrate Temperature : 100°C
3.2 Typical Wet Film Thickness Per Coat : 1000-7000 micrometers
3.3 Typical Dry Film Thickness Per Coat : 1000-7000 micrometers
3.4 Theoretical Coverage at 25 Micrometers : 1.44 kg/m²/1000 micrometers
3.5 Minimum Number of Coats : 1
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APCS-113B - Kansai Barrier SA (Cont'd)
3.6 Drying Time
Substrate Recoat Interval To Immersion

Temperature To Handle Minimum Maximum Water Buried
10°C 5 Hours 24 Hours 7 Days Immediately 24 Hours
30°C 5 Hours 24 Hours 7 Days Immediately 24 Hours
50°C 1 Hour 6 Hours 5 Days Immediately 5 Hours
3.7 Recommended Equipment
Airless Spray: Hi-Vis Coater/Graco Monarch
Roller or Brush: Application: sponge type made of synthetic fiber

resistant to solvent.
Smoothing: short synthetic fibers resistant to

solvent. Wet sponge with solvent, this is intended to
ensure a smooth surface and eliminate holidays. If
temperature is greater than 70°C, use brush slightly
wet with solvent.
4. Technical Properties
4.1 Volume Solids (ASTM D2697) : 100%
4.2 Product Weight (ASTM D1475) :
4.3 Viscosity (ASTM D562) : N/A
4.4 Flash Point (ASTM D93 or D56) : N/A
Approval Date: September 3, 1997

Replaces: April 25, 1987
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2 Hempel's - Approved Materials
APCS-113A Nap-Gard 7-0055 or Hempadur 8553 High Volume Solids Epoxy

---- do ---- Hempadur 87540 Very High volume Solids Epoxy
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APCS-113A
Type of Coating : High Volume Solids Epoxy
Manufacturer : Hempel's Marine Paints Saudi Arabia Ltd.
Product Name : Nap-Gard 7-0055 or Hempadur 8553
SAMS S/N : 09-697-831 20-L kit

09-697-833 0.5-L kit
09-697-837 5-L kit
09-697-839 10-L kit
1. Storage
2. Mixing
2.2 Mixing Ratio : 4 to 1 by volume
2.3 Thinner : Hempel's 0845
2.4 Thinning Requirements : 5% maximum
2.6 Pot Life : 3 hours at 25°C

1 hour at 40°C
3. Application
3.2 Typical Wet Film Thickness Per Coat : 625 microns
3.3 Typical Dry Film Thickness Per Coat : 500 microns
3.4 Theoretical Coverage at 25 Micrometers : 32 M²/L
3.5 Minimum Number of Coats (Spray Application) : 1
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APCS-113A - Nap-Gard 7-0055 or Hempadur 8553 (Cont'd)
3.6 Drying Time

10°C 24 Hours 24 Hours 21 Days 3 Days 1.5 Days
30°C 12 Hours 12 Hours 7 Days 18 Hours 14 Hours
Airless Spray : Tip Size: 0.021 to 0.023 inch

Fluid Pressure: 2,900 psi
Conventional Spray : Tip Needle: 0.070; Air Cap;

High Volume.
Roller : Use synthetic ½ inch NAP or greater.
Brush : May be applied by brush; however,

additional coats will be required to
obtain dry film thickness.
4.1 Volume Solids (ASTM D2697) : 78 to 82%
4.2 Product Weight (ASTM D1475) : 1.67 to 1.73 Kg/L
4.3 Viscosity (ASTM D562) : 80 to 90 KU
4.4 Flash Point (ASTM D93 or D56) : 29°C
Note: When marketed from the United States, the product is designated Nap-Gard 7-0055.
When locally manufactured, the product is called Hempadur 8553.

Replaces: August 23, 1995
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APCS-113A
Type of Coating : 100% Solids Epoxy
Manufacturer : Hempel's Marine Paints Saudi Arabia Ltd.
Product Name : Hempadur 87540
SAMS S/N : 09-000-497
1. Storage
2. Mixing
2.2 Mixing Ratio : 2 to 1 by volume
2.3 Thinner : N/A
2.5 Induction Time : N/A
2.6 Pot Life : N/A, for plural component
3. Application
3.2 Typical Wet Film Thickness Per Coat : 500 to 625 microns
3.3 Typical Dry Film Thickness Per Coat : 500 to 625 microns
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APCS-113A - Hempadur 87540 (Cont'd)
3.6 Drying Time

10°C 4 Hours 8 Hours 3 Days 6 Days 3 Days
30°C 1 Hour 3 Hours 2 Days 2 Days 1 Day
50°C 20 Minutes 2 Hours 2 Days 8 Hours 4 Hours
60°C 10 Minutes 1 Hour 2 Days 4 Hour 2 Hours
Airless Spray : Tip Size 0.025 inch

Fluid Pressure 2,500 psi
4.2 Product Weight (ASTM D1475) : 1.8 Kg/L
4.3 Viscosity (ASTM D562) :

Replaces: New
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3 International Paint - Approved Materials
APCS-113A Interzone 485 99% Solids Epoxy
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APCS-113A
Type of Coating : Ultra High Volume Solids Epoxy
Manufacturer : International Paint Saudi Arabia Ltd.
Product Name : Interzone 485
SAMS S/N : 09-000-497
1. Storage
1.1 Shelf life, sheltered storage at 35°C maximum : 12 months
2. Mixing
2.2 Mixing Ratio : 4 PARTS EAA485:

1 PART EAA486
2.3 Thinner : GTA203
SAMS S/N : 09-000-498
2.4 Thinning Requirements : UPTO 3% max
2.6 Pot Life : 45 minutes at 25°C

30 minutes at 40°C
3. Application
3.2 Typical Wet Film Thickness Per Coat : 600 - 1000 micrometers
3.3 Typical Dry Film Thickness Per Coat : 600 - 1000 micrometers
3.4 Theoretical Coverage at 25 Micrometers : 39.6 M²/L

Dry Film Thickness
3.5 Minimum Number of Coats : 1
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APCS-113A – Interzone 485 (Cont'd)
3.6 Drying Time
Substrate Recoat Interval Burial

Temperature To Handle Minimum Maximum* Water Dry Soil
10°C 72 Hours 72 Hours 21 Days 2 days 2 days
25°C 24 Hours 24 Hours 10 Days 1 day 1 day
40°C 12 Hours 12 Hours 7 Days 1 day 1 day
* Before overcoating after exposure in a contaminated environment, clean thoroughly by high pressure
fresh water hosing and allow to dry.
Airless spray : 0.030 in. tip; Remove all filters

45:1 ratio pump preferred
4,000 psi
Conventional spray : Not recommended
Brush and Roller : Not recommended
4.3 Viscosity (ASTM D562) : 40-50 poise (BRT)
4.4 Flash Point (ASTM D93 or D56) : 63°C (base)
Approval Date: March 31, 2004

Replaces: New
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4 Sigma's - Approved Materials
APCS-113A Sigmarite EPH 7497 100% Solids Epoxy
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APCS-113A
Type of Coating : 100% Solids Phenolic Epoxy
Manufacturer : Sigma Paints Saudi Arabia Ltd.
Product Name : Sigmarite EPH 7497
SAMS S/N : 09-697-831 20-L kit

09-697-833 0.5-L kit
09-697-837 5-L kit
09-697-839 10-L kit
1. Storage
1.1 Shelf life, sheltered storage at 35°C maximum : 1 year
2. Mixing
2.2 Mixing Ratio : 78:22 by volume;

base: hardener
2.3 Thinner : None
2.6 Pot Life : 50 minutes at 25°C

20 minutes at 40°C
3. Application
3.2 Typical Wet Film Thickness Per Coat : 600 microns
3.3 Typical Dry Film Thickness Per Coat : 550 microns
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APCS-113A - Sigmarite EPH 7497 (Cont'd)
3.6 Drying Time

10°C 30 Hours 1-½ Days 90 Days 1 Day 1 Day
Airless Spray : Tip Size: 0.021 inch

Fluid Pressure: 3,000 psi
Conventional Spray : N/A
Brush : Suitable for touch-up, repairs,

and stripe coating
4.2 Product Weight (ASTM D1475) : 1.28 to 1.32 Kg/L
4.3 Viscosity (ASTM D562) : 35 to 40 poise **
** - Conversion to KU not available.
Approval Date: October 23, 1998

Replaces: New
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5 Sipco - Approved Materials
APCS-113A Solvent free Amine Cured Epoxy Coating 100% Solids Epoxy
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APCS-113A
Type of Coating : Solvent free Amine Cured Epoxy Coating
Manufacturer : Saudi Industrial Paint Co. (SIPCO)
Product Name : SIPOXY SHIELD 656
SAMS S/N : 09-000-497
1. Storage
1.1 Shelf life, sheltered storage @ 35°C maximum : 1 year
2. Mixing
2.2 Mixing Ratio : 2.5 Base: 1 hard. by volume
2.3 Thinner : N/A*

* for cleaning equipment use Thinner 741/Thinner 780
SAMS S/N :
2.6 Pot Life (mixture) : 65 min @ 25°C

40 min @ 40°C
5 min @ 60°C
N/A for Plural component
3. Application
3.2 Typical Wet Film Thickness Per Coat : 600-1000 microns
3.3 Typical Dry Film Thickness Per Coat : 600-1000 microns
3.4 Theoretical Coverage @ 25 Micrometers : 40 M²/L

Dry Film Thickness
3.5 Minimum Number of Coats (spray application) : 1
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APCS-113A - SIPOXYSHIELD 656 (Cont'd)
3.6 Drying Time
Substrate To Handle Recoat Interval To Immersion

Temperature Minimum Maximum Water Buried
60°C 90 Minutes 90 Minutes 3 Days 4.5 Hour 3 Hour
Airless Spray(min 60:1 pump) : Tip size: 0.021 to 0.029 inch

Nozzle Pressure:
3,200-4,100 psi
Twin Feed Application with inline heater : for details contact SIPCO TSD
Conventional Spray : Not recommended
Brush/Roller : For touch-up only
4.1 Volume Solids (ASTM D2697) : 100 %
4.3 Viscosity (ASTM D562) :
Approval Date: May 31, 2004

Replaces New
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APCS-113C
Type of Coating : Visco-Elastic Coating System
Manufacturer : STOPAQ
Product Name : STOPAQ
SAMS S/N : 09-000-444 (CZH Paste); 09-000-436/438/442 (Wrapping-band CZH), 09-000-

439/440 (Outer Wrap); and 09-000-441 (Fiber CZ)
Application Procedure
1. Scope
1.1 This specification covers the surface preparation and

application/installation procedure for the STOPAQ® coating system on
pipelines and piping, that are buried below ground.
1.2 The STOPAQ® system consists of the following:
a) Wrapping-band CZ H.
b) Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) or PP Outer Wrap.
2. Condition of Steel Pipe Prior to Surface Preparation
2.1 Remove all weld spatters and slag.
2.2 Remove loose coating and/or heavy layers of rust.
2.3 Moisture condensation on the steel substrate is not allowed.
3. Surface Preparation Requirements
3.1 Blast cleaning is recommended if the pipe length is more than one meter.
Surface profile is not critical but if blast cleaning is employed,
commercial blasting to achieve a profile Sa-2 is acceptable.
3.2 The type and particle size of the abrasive material are not critical.
Recycled abrasive can be used.
3.3 For a pipe length of less than one meter, tool cleaning (wire brushing)
according to SSPC SP 2 is acceptable.
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3.4 Any sharp metal protrusions exceeding 0.8 mm in height should be

ground to prevent the possibility of the polyethylene layer being torn.
4. Application of the STOPAQ® System
4.1 The steel pipe temperature should not exceed 70ºC during the
application.
4.2 The steel pipe should not be wet or moist during the application. If it is
wet, the pipe should be dried with a dry rag.
4.3 It is acceptable to apply the STOPAQ® system over an existing coating

that is bonded strongly to the steel pipe.
4.4 Before starting the wrapping of the wrapping-band CZ H, the following

items should be ensured.
a) Allow proper accessibility to the pipeline from all directions for

free movement of labor during the application.
b) In "Subkha" areas, the bell hole should be drained properly and

continuously for a dry working condition during the application.
c) Use the adhesive version of the wrapping-band CZ H in areas of

significant transition in the pipeline such as the welds on metal
sleeves. This adhesive version is used to enable a gradual
transition from the higher edge of the metal sleeve to the original
pipe body.
d) Apply the wrapping-band CZ H over the Adhesive CZ H within

three (3) hours after the adhesive application.
4.5 The Wrapping-band shall be applied onto the steel pipe without tension.
a) The first wraparound of the wrapping-band is done without

advancing the roll. One complete circumferential wrapping around
the pipe is made before starting the next wrapping.
b) After the first wraparound is finished, successive wraps should be

performed with a minimum overlap of 10 mm or larger regardless
of the width of the roll.
c) When a roll of the wrapping-band is finished, the next roll should

be used starting at a distance of at least 100 mm before the end of
the finished roll.
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d) After the pipe is completely wrapped, another circumferential wrap

is done at the pipe end. This acts as a "seal" to ensure that the end
of the wrapping-band will not be removed.
e) Any areas of blisters or slackening of the wrapping-band shall be

pressed or "massaged" by hand to improve the wrapping.
4.6 The outer wrap over the wrapping-band shall be applied with tension.
a) The wrapping of the outer wrap shall start 10 mm from the start of
the wrapping of the wrapping-band. This will enable a 10 mm of
the wrapping-band to remain exposed.
b) The first wrap of the outer wrap over the wrapping-band CZ H is

done without advancing the roll.
c) Subsequent wraps with 50% longitudinal overlap should be

maintained regardless of the width of the roll.
d) If a roll of outer wrap is finished, the succeeding roll should be

initiated at a distance of at least 25 cm before the end of the
finished outer wrap roll.
e) When the entire length of visco-elastic coated pipe has been over-
wrapped with an outer wrap, a final wrapping similar to the first
wrap as in (4.6.b, c, and d) must be repeated.
f) Any areas showing blisters or irregularities as a result of entrapped

air should be removed with by using roller. The rolling action
should be done longitudinally along the pipe, starting from the
blister toward the edge of the outer wrap.
g) Backfilling can be performed immediately after the applied coating

system has been checked, inspected, and approved by the inspector.
5 Patch Repair
5.1 Patch repair is done when the coating is removed to visually inspect the
substrate or mechanically damaged. The patch repair procedure shall be
as follows:
a) Cut out the damaged area using a sharp blade cutter. Chamfer the
surrounding coating.
b) Use new patch of wrapping band to cover the area where the
coating is removed. Do not overlap the patch on the sound coating.
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Use several strips of the wrapping and if necessary to b applied

next to each another (minimum 10 mm overlap with one another).
c) Install the outer wrap over the Wrapping band patch.
d) Make several wraparounds over the new patch of wrapping band

until it is completely covered, and the outer wrap is at least
100 mm away from the edges of the Wrapping-band.
6. Testing Methods and Equipment
6.1 Holiday Detection
Holiday detection test is not normally recommended, but if required the

following procedure is followed to determine inadequately coated areas.
a) Use a high-voltage, "spark" holiday detector at a voltage ranging

from 15,000 to 25,000 volts. Use a full-circle coiled spring
electrode.
b) Move the probing electrode over the pipe surface in one direction
at a rate approximately 0.3 m/second. Mark defective areas.
c) Marked areas should be repaired as per paragraph 5.
6.2 Dew Point
a) Control of dew point is important to prevent moisture condensation

on the steel pipe substrate during the application of this coating
system.
b) The substrate temperature shall be 5°F higher than the dew point.
Do not apply the coating when the pipeline temperature is less than
5º°F above the dew point.
6.3 Relative Humidity
Relative humidity shall not exceed 85% to ensure that no condensate is

forming on the substrate during application.
6.4 Chloride Contamination
The performance of Visco-Elastic coating is not affected with the

presence of chloride salts higher than the permissible (40 mg/cm2)
Water wash for decontamination is not required.
7. Materials Handling
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Visco-Elastic coating system is a durable in a broad range of field storage

conditions. For achieving best results, the product shall be stored as follows:
7.1 Long Term Storage
All Vicso-Elastic coating system components shall be stored in a proper

closed warehouse at storage temperature not exceed 30ºC.
7.2 Short Term or On-Site Storage
All Visco-Elastic coating system components are not recommended to be

stored directly under sunlight for more than eight (8) hours.
Revision Summary
1 August 2007 Revised the "Next Planned Update" and reissued with editorial changes.
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Engineering Standard

SAES-H-002V 5 August 2007

Saudi Aramco DeskTop Standards

1 Kansai - Approved Materials.......................... 2

Previous Issue: 31 July 2004 Next Planned Update: 5 August 2010

Copyright©Saudi Aramco 2007. All rights reserved.

1 Kansai - Approved Materials

APCS-113B Kansai Barrier SA 100% Solids Epoxy

Manufacturer - Approved Saudi Aramco Data Sheet

Type of Coating : High Solids Epoxy (Putty)

Manufacturer : Kansai Paint Col. Ltd.

Product Name : Kansai Barrier SA

SAMS S/N : 09-697-835

1.1 Shelf life, sheltered storage at 35°C maximum : 2 years

2.1 No. of Components : 2

2.2 Mixing Ratio : 2.35 to 1.00 by volume

2.3 Thinner : Do not thin

2.4 Thinning Requirements : N/A

2.5 Induction Time : Nil

2.6 Pot Life : 2 hours at 25°C

3.1 Maximum Allowable Substrate Temperature : 100°C

3.2 Typical Wet Film Thickness Per Coat : 1000-7000 micrometers

3.3 Typical Dry Film Thickness Per Coat : 1000-7000 micrometers

3.4 Theoretical Coverage at 25 Micrometers : 1.44 kg/m²/1000 micrometers

3.5 Minimum Number of Coats : 1

Manufacturer - Approved Saudi Aramco Data Sheet

3.6 Drying Time

Substrate Recoat Interval To Immersion

10°C 5 Hours 24 Hours 7 Days Immediately 24 Hours

30°C 5 Hours 24 Hours 7 Days Immediately 24 Hours

50°C 1 Hour 6 Hours 5 Days Immediately 5 Hours

3.7 Recommended Equipment

Airless Spray: Hi-Vis Coater/Graco Monarch

Roller or Brush: Application: sponge type made of synthetic fiber

Smoothing: short synthetic fibers resistant to

4.1 Volume Solids (ASTM D2697) : 100%

4.2 Product Weight (ASTM D1475) :

4.3 Viscosity (ASTM D562) : N/A

4.4 Flash Point (ASTM D93 or D56) : N/A

Approval Date: September 3, 1997

2 Hempel's - Approved Materials

APCS-113A Nap-Gard 7-0055 or Hempadur 8553 High Volume Solids Epoxy

Manufacturer - Approved Saudi Aramco Data Sheet

Manufacturer : Hempel's Marine Paints Saudi Arabia Ltd.

Product Name : Nap-Gard 7-0055 or Hempadur 8553

SAMS S/N : 09-697-831 20-L kit

1.1 Shelf life, sheltered storage at 35°C maximum : 2 years

2.1 No. of Components : 2

2.2 Mixing Ratio : 4 to 1 by volume

2.3 Thinner : Hempel's 0845

2.4 Thinning Requirements : 5% maximum

2.5 Induction Time : Nil

2.6 Pot Life : 3 hours at 25°C

3.1 Maximum Allowable Substrate Temperature : 90°C

3.2 Typical Wet Film Thickness Per Coat : 625 microns

3.3 Typical Dry Film Thickness Per Coat : 500 microns

3.4 Theoretical Coverage at 25 Micrometers : 32 M²/L

3.5 Minimum Number of Coats (Spray Application) : 1

Manufacturer - Approved Saudi Aramco Data Sheet