Property

CANUSA E Primer

Color

Black

Volume Solids

100%

Weight Solids

100%

Mixing Ratio

(by volume) - 4 parts of base to 1 part of cure
(by weight) - 6.1 parts of base to 1 part of cure

Typical Coverage

20 sq.m./US gallon (215 sq.ft/US gallon) or 5.3 sq.m/liter ( 57 sq.ft/liter). This coverage is based on 6 mils of thickness & assuming 20% waste factor

Specific Gravity

E Primer Base - 1.58 ± 0.03 (ASTM D 1475)
E Primer Cure - 1.04 ± 0.02 (ASTM D 1475)

Viscosity

E Primer Base - 14,000 ± 2,000 cps at 60°C, # 7 Spindle at 10rpm
E Primer Cure - 30 ± 3 seconds (ASTM D1200 # 4 Ford cup @ 25°C)

Typical Thickness

4 to 6 mils (0.10 to 0.15 mm)

Number of Coats

One

Pot Life

20 minutes @ 23°C (73°F)

Shelf Life

3 years @ 23°C, out of direct sunlight. Shelf life will be lesser at higher temperatures.

Flash Point

E Primer Base - 93°C (200°F)
E Primer Cure - 92°C (198°F)

Thinner

Do not dilute.

Minimum Curing Temperature

10°C (50°F)

Safety

Handle with care. Before and during use, observe all safety labels on packaging and paint containers, consult CANUSA Material Safety Data Sheets and follow all local or national safety regulations. Harmful or fatal if swallowed; immediately seek medical assistance if swallowed. Avoid inhalation if possible solvent vapors or paint mist, as well as paint contact with skin and eyes. Apply only in well ventilated areas and ensure that adequate forced ventilation exists when applying paint in confined spaces or when the air is stagnant. Always take precautions against risks of fire and explosion.