Product Data Sheet

Hempathane Topcoat
55213

Product characteristics Product data

Description Product code
Hempathane Topcoat 55213 is a two-component, semi-flat/semi-gloss 55213
acrylic polyurethane coating with good gloss and colour retention.
Product components
Recommended use Base 55217
As a finishing coat for protection of stuctural steel in severely Curing agent 95370
corrosive atmospheric environment, where light-fastness and gloss
retention are required.
Standard shade* / code
Minimum temperature for curing is -10°C/14°F.
Light grey 11150 **

Service temperature:
Gloss
- Maximum, dry exposure only: 120°C [248°F].
Semi-gloss

Volume solids
49 ± 2%
Product safety
Specific gravity
Flash point 31°C [88°F] 1.2 kg/L [10 lb/US gal]

VOC content mixed product Reference dry film thickness

50 micron [2.0 mils]
Legislation Value

EU 463 g/L [3.86 lb/US gal]

US (coatings) 463 g/L [3.86 lb/US gal]

Surface preparation
US (regulatory) 463 g/L [3.86 lb/US gal]

China 463 g/L [3.86 lb/US gal] Cleanliness

- According to Hempel’s Specification.
According to specific legislation, see details in the Explanatory Notes available
at Hempel website, hempel.com or at your local Hempel website. VOC values
may vary with shade, please consult the Safety Data Sheet, section 9. New build:
- According to Hempel’s Specification.

Handling
Handle with care. Before and during use, observe safety labels on Maintenance and Repair
packaging and paint containers and follow all local and national safety - According to Hempel’s Specification.
regulations. Always consult Hempel’s Safety Data Sheet for this
product along with the Product Data Sheet. Consult Hempel's separate Surface Preparation Guidelines for more
details.
For professional use only.

* Wide range of colours is available via Hempel’s Multi-Tint® system. Issued by Hempel A/S - June 2021
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Application Film thickness

Specification range Low High Recommended

Mixing ratio
Base 55217 : Curing agent 95370 40 micron 60 micron 50 micron
Dry film thickness
(7 : 1 by volume) [1.6 mils] [2.4 mils] [2.0 mils]

80 micron 120 micron 100 micron

Stir well before use. Wet film thickness
[3 mils] [5 mils] [4 mils]

12 m²/L 8.2 m²/L 10 m²/L

Thinner Theoretical spreading
[490 sq ft/US [330 sq ft/US [410 sq ft/US
Hempel's Thinner 08080 rate
gal] gal] gal]

Cleaner Product may be specified in another film thickness than indicated depending
Hempel's Thinner 08080 on purpose and area of use. This will alter spreading rate, drying and curing
Hempel's Thinner 08510 time and overcoating interval. For best performance, avoid excessive film
thickness.

Pot life
Application conditions
Product 20°C - To avoid condensation, apply on a clean and dry surface with a
temperature [68°F] temperature that is at least 3°C [5°F] above the dew point.
- Surface temperature must be above -10°C [14°F] during application
Pot life 2 hours and curing.
- Beware of ice on the surface at low temperatures.
- The film formation may be adversely affected by light rain, high
Application method humidity and/or condensation during application and the following
interval after application: “8 hours, 20°C/68°F”.
Tool Application parameters

Nozzle pressure: 150 bar [2200 psi] Application remarks

Airless spray
Nozzle orifice: 0.017-0.019" - Two coats of the topcoat may be necessary to obtain full hiding
power.
Nozzle pressure: 150 bar [2200 psi]
Electrostatic
Nozzle orifice: 0.017-0.019"

Brush Not Applicable.

If brush or roller application is used, more coats will be necessary to achieve Drying and overcoating
the specified dry film thickness. Spray data are indicative and subject to
adjustment. Pressure is for a material temperature of 20°C [68°F]. Product compatibility
- Previous coat: According to Hempel’s Specification. Recommended
products are: Hempadur 45141/3, Hempadur Hi-Build 45200/1,
Hempadur Mastic 45880/1, Hempadur 47140
- Subsequent coat: None.

Drying time

20°C
Surface temperature
[68°F]

Hard dry hours 3

Determined for dry film thickness 50 micron [2.0 mils] at standard conditions,
see Hempel’s Explanatory Notes for details.

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Overcoating
Storage
Hempel’s specification supersedes any guidelines indicated in the overcoating
table
Shelf life
-10°C 0°C 20°C
Quality name 25°C 35°C
[14°F] [32°F] [68°F] Ambient temperature
[77°F] [95°F]
Atmospheric severe
Base 36 months 24 months
Hempathane Min 30 h 18 h 6h
Topcoat 55213 Max Ext* Ext Ext Curing agent 24 months 16 months

Overcoating times are indicative for products of the same generic chemistry. Shelf life from date of production, when stored in original, unopened
Consult Hempel’s specification for more information. containers. Thereafter, the product quality must be re-inspected. Always check
the best before date or expiry date on the label.

Drying conditions
- To obtain the drying time stated, it is important to maintain sufficient Storage conditions
ventilation during application, drying and curing. - The curing agent is sensitive to moisture. Store in a dry place and
- Condensation on the freshly applied coating should be avoided. keep the can tightly closed until use.
- Product must be stored according to local legislation, at maximum
40°C [104°F], without direct sunlight and protected from rain and
Overcoating details snow.
- The surface must be dry and clean prior to application.

Other remarks
- Hempel’s Specification supersedes any recommendations given in
the Product Data Sheets.
Additional documents
Additional information is available at the Hempel website hempel.com
or at your local Hempel website:
- Explanatory Notes explaining the fields in this Product Data Sheet.
- Surface Preparation Guidelines.
- Application Guidelines for different application methods.
- General Application Guidelines

This Product Data Sheet (“PDS”) relates to the supplied product (“Product”) and is subject to updating from time-to-time. Accordingly, the buyer/applicator should have regard to the PDS supplied together
with the relevant batch of the Product (and not an earlier version). In addition to the PDS, the buyer/applicator may receive some or all of the following specifications, statements and/or guidelines as listed
below or as are available from the Hempel website under ‘Products’ at www.hempel.com (the “Additional documents”):
No. Document description Location/comments
1. Technical Statement One-off specific advice provided on request for specific projects
2. Specification Only issued for specific projects
3. PDS This document
4. Explanatory Notes to the PDS Available at www.hempel.com and contain relevant information about the Product testing parameters
5. Application Instruction Where available, at www.hempel.com
6. Generic technical guidelines (e.g. on application and surface preparation) Where available, at www.hempel.com

In the event of a conflict of information between the PDS and the Additional documents, the order of priority of information shall be in the order as set out above. In such event you should also contact your
representative at Hempel for clarification. Furthermore, the buyer/applicator must have full regard to the relevant Safety Data Sheet provided with each Product and which can also be downloaded from
www.hempel.com.
Hempel shall not be liable for defects where the application of the Product has not been made fully in accordance with the recommendations and requirements set out in the relevant PDS and the Additional
Documents. The information and terms of this disclaimer apply to this PDS, the Additional documents and any other documents supplied by Hempel in respect of the Product. In addition, the Product is
supplied and all technical assistance is given subject to Hempel’s General Conditions of Sale, Delivery and Service, unless otherwise expressly agreed in writing.

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