Hempel's Prop Primer: The Quick-Drying Primer for Underwater Metals
Hempel's Prop Primer is a fast-drying, anti-corrosive primer designed for use on propellers, outdrives, and other underwater metal surfaces. This versatile primer provides excellent adhesion to various substrates, including fibreglass, steel, and other metals. Its quick-drying formula allows for rapid overcoating, making it an ideal choice for both professional applicators and DIY boat owners.
Key Features
- Fast-Drying: Dries quickly, allowing for speedy overcoating and project completion.
- Anti-Corrosive: Provides excellent protection against corrosion on underwater metal surfaces.
- Versatile Adhesion: Adheres well to fibreglass, steel, and other metals, making it suitable for various applications.
- Easy Application: Comes in a convenient spray can for quick and easy application.
- Ideal for Small Areas: Perfect for use on propellers, outdrives, chock marks, and small patches on yachts.
Application Information
- Surface Preparation: Ensure surfaces are clean, dry, and free from contaminants. For new or uncoated surfaces, roughening the surface is recommended for optimal adhesion. Remove any dust or loose material. For previously coated surfaces, remove old layers of antifouling, primer, and any loose matter.
- Priming: Not applicable, as this product is a primer.
- Application Methods: Apply by aerosol spray can.
- Conditions: Apply when the surface temperature is at least 3°C above the dew point to avoid condensation. Ensure adequate ventilation during application and drying.
Technical Specifications
- Gloss Level: Flat
- Volume Solids: 20 ± 2%
- Specific Gravity: 1 kg/L
- Dry Film Thickness: 30 microns
- Flash Point: 25°C
- VOC Content: 774 g/L (EU)
Additional Information
- Compatibility: Can be overcoated with most common generic types of paint. Recommended subsequent coat is Hempel's Ecopower Prop.
- Technical and Safety Data: Please refer to the technical and safety data sheets for comprehensive information.
| Temp | Touch Dry | Recoat (min/max) | Thinners / Tool Cleaner | Coverage |
| 10°c | 40 min | 2 hrs - none | n/a | 3.5m²/ltr |
| 20°c | 20 min | 1 hrs - none | n/a | 3.5m²/ltr |
The colours shown should be used as a guide only due to the varying degrees in monitor colour management.
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