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FX-406 Zinc Rich Primer

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• FX-406

FX-406 was used in the following case studies:

• Pedestrian Bridge Restored with Fox Products

DESCRIPTION:

FX-406 Zinc Rich Primer is a single component, premixed liquid organic zinc rich coating which provides sacrificial protection against steel corrosion. FX-406 promotes adhesion, dries rapidly, and can be either shop or field applied. FX-406 exceeds the Steel Structures Painting Council Paint Specification 20, Type II Organic Zinc Rich Primer.

ADVANTAGES:

• Easy to use, Stir and apply.
• Bonds tenaciously to metal.
• Promotes adhesion of subsequent coats.
• High zinc content protects steel through electrochemical action.
• Frequently used as exposed rebar coating prior to concrete repairs.

PHYSICAL PROPERTIES:

Finish	Flat light gray
Dry time (Set to touch)    (ASTM D-1640)	When ambient air dried, 20-30 minutes
Solids	49% by volume 83% by weight
VOC content    (ASTM D-1475)	385 g/l (3.3 lbs/gal)
Flash point	Combustible 108°F (PMCC)

PACKAGING:

1 gallon and 1 quart containers.

COVERAGE:

Applied to a smooth surface at a rate of 300 to 350 square feet per gallon, film thickness will be approximately 5.0 mils wet and 2.5 mils dry. Theoretical coverage -450 square feet per gallon at 1.5 mil dry film thickness.

SURFACE PREPARATION:

Typical examples are as follows: Grease and Oils - Solvent clean to SSPC-SP1. Rust scale or easy to remove paint - Power tool clean to SSPC-SP3. Mil scale or firmly adhered paint - Sandblast to SSPC-SP6 (commercial). All work blasted shall be coated the same day with FX-406 Zinc Rich Primer.

MIXING:

Stir the FX-406 thoroughly before using and intermittently during application so that it is completely homogeneous during application.

APPLICATION:

FX-406 can be applied by brush, roller, or spray. If thinning is required, consult Fox Industries Technical Sales personnel. Do not exceed 5% thinner and use FX-406 Thinner only. Allow to dry 12 hours minimum before applying top coat.

TOPCOATING:

After 24-48 hrs., topcoat with acrylic, epoxy, urethane or vinyl type products.

DO NOT USE high solvent low solids coatings, or lacquer type products.

LIMITATIONS:

Not recommended for use below 50°F.

SHELF LIFE:

2 years

CAUTION:

COMBUSTIBLE LIQUID! Contains organic solvents, resins and zinc. Avoid breathing vapors. Avoid skin contact. Consult MSDS for further safety information. FIRST AID: If contact is made with skin, wash with soap and water. If contact is made with eyes, flush with water for at least 15 minutes and consult a physician. Do not take internally.

FOR INDUSTRIAL USE ONLY. KEEP AWAY FROM CHILDREN. 12/2008