International VC Tar2 Part Epoxy Primer - Black - 2.5L

• Self-levelling to give an excellent finish
• Easy to apply, you can overcoat within hours
• No sanding required between coats

Specification

• Brand: International
• Capacity: 2.5L
• Area: Below the Waterline
• Suitable for: Hull
• Finish/Sheen: Semi Gloss
• Substrates: Aluminium/Zinc-Galvanised Steel, Epoxy Composite/Carbon Fibre, Cast Iron, GRP/FRP, Lead, Steel
• Suitable for Aluminium Propellers: Yes
• Application Method: Airless Spray, Brush, Conventional Spray, Roller
• Recommended Number of Coats: 3 - 7
• Practical Coverage: 11.30 m²/L
• Typical Shelf Life: 2 Years

Colour Avaliablity

• Off-White
• Black

Preparation

GRP Use Super Cleaner to clean and fully degrease the surface then sand with 240 grade wet or dry paper. Rinse with fresh water and allow to dry. 

OSMOSIS PROTECTION  Apply 3- ­5 coats of VC Tar2.

IMPORTANT: BEFORE APPLYING TO GRP, TEST HULL MOISTURE LEVELS FOLLOWING THE METER MANUFACTURERS

GUIDELINES. FURTHER GUIDANCE ON MOISTURE LEVELS CAN BE OBTAINED FROM AN INDEPENDENT SURVEYOR

OSMOSIS TREATMENT Remove existing paint from the gelcoat. Cut open and sand out all blisters and damaged areas. Leave the hull to dry out (normally 6-8 weeks in the autumn). If possible create a high temperature/low moisture condition for drying out. Once dry, fill in all craters with Watertite and sand smooth (substitute fillers, particularly polyester, are not suitable). Apply 7 coats of VC Tar2. Should you be in any doubt, consult a qualified marine surveyor. 

STEEL/IRON Gritblast to Sa 2½. Use angle grinder on small areas. Apply 4 coats minimum of VC Tar2.

ALUMINIUM/ALLOY Clean and degrease with Super Cleaner. Mechanically abrade using aluminium compatible paper or low pressure grit blast using aluminium oxide. Apply 4 coats minimum of VC Tar2. 

LEAD Clean and degrease with Super Cleaner. Rub down with an emery cloth or power wire brush. Rinse with fresh water and allow to dry. Apply 3 coats minimum of VC Tar2.

Method

Stir individual components well before use. Pour Curing Agent (in can under "hat") into Base and stir well. Wait a minimum of 15 mins for the air bubbles to disperse. VC General Thinner may be used (up to 5%) to aid application properties and to clean equipment. For optimum flow, apply paint 15 mins to 4 hours after mixing. Apply the following number of coats: GRP (Osmosis Protection) ­ 3­5; Previously painted (aged, 2­component only) ­ 3­4 (NB not to be used over old antifoulings); Steel/Aluminium/Alloy ­ 4 (min); Lead ­ 3 (min).

Hints

• Mixing: Stir contents of each part prior to mixing. Pour Curing Agent (in can under "hat") into Base and stir well. Wait a minimum of 15 mins for the air bubbles to disperse. Mix ratio is 7:1 by volume, as supplied. 
• Thinner VC General Thinner.
• Thinning Up to 5% thinner may be used to ease application.
• Cleaner VC General Thinner.
• Airless Spray Pressure: 210 bar. Tip Size: 1580­2180.
• Conventional Spray Pressure: 2­3 bar. Tip Size: 1.5­2.0 mm. Thin 20­30% using VC General Thinner.
• Other VC Tar2 takes 5 days to cure fully and the surface may not be scratch resistant until then. Launch the boat according to the recommended launch time of the antifouling applied. Sanding may be required in a dusty environment.