DATA SHEET NO.

2006-020 EPIGARD TL 543 HS FINISH

A two pack Amine-adduct cured high build phenolic epoxy tank lining specially formulated to
provide maximum chemical resistance combined with very good temperature and wear resistance.
The coating has excellent resistance to crude oil, refined and unleaded petroleum products, MTBE,
ATF, caustic solution, selected range of aromatic/aliphatic solvents, most commonly stored
chemical products and fresh/saline/hot water. It is recommended for use on structural steel,
equipment and concrete substrate exposed to severe chemical environments.

PRODUCT INFORMATION SURFACE PREPARATION

Colour Selected Range STEEL SURFACES:

Degrease and blast clean to Sa 2 ½ grade
Finish Eggshell to Semigloss minimum of Swedish specification SIS - 05 -
5900 – 1967. If blast cleaning is not practical
Flash Point Above 20o C make full use of mechanical tools along with
manual cleaning and wire brushing to remove
Mixing Ratio Base : Accelerator loose rust/scale to St 2 or St 3 grade of
5 : 1 (by volume) Swedish Specification. Surface should be
perfectly clean and dry before applying Primer.
Volume Solids 67 % approximately
CONCRETE SURFACES:
Recommended 100 - 125 microns per
For new concrete surface: Ensure that the
dry film thickness coat
surface is cured for minimum 2 months.
Remove laitance, loose surface powder by light
Corresponding 150 - 187 microns
sand blasting. If blast cleaning is not feasible,
wet film
roughen the surface by acid etching with 10%
thickness
Hydrochloric Acid solution followed by thorough
Theoretical freshwater hosing to remove any residual acid.
6.7 – 5.4 Sq.metre per
Spreading Rate litre The surface should be perfectly dry and clean
before applying primer.
Drying time Touch dry- 2 - 4 hours.
Handleable 10 -12 hours For old concrete surface: Remove grease, oil
Full curing – 7 days etc by solvent wiping. Remove water-soluble
contaminants by fresh water hosing. Roughen
Interval before Minimum - 24 hours the surface by acid etching, if light sand
Overcoating Maximum - 7 days blasting is not feasible. The surface should be
perfectly dry and clean before applying primer.
Storage life Upto 12 months so long
as the material is stored
APPLICATION DETAILS
in sealed containers
under standard Method of application:
warehouse storage Airless spray / Brush.
conditions Airless spray essential for the required high film
build and uniform finish.
Dry Heat Upto 150o C (Intermittent)
Notes on Airless Spray:
Resistance
Tip Range 21 - 26 thou.
Total out put fluid pressure:
USES
2500 – 3000 psi.
(176 – 211 kg/sq.cm.)
An ideal finish coat in tank lining paint system
Pot life 2 - 4 hours
in refineries, petrochemical units, fertilizer
Thinner Thinner 6756
plants, etc. Also on mild steel and concrete
surfaces of chemical units subjected to LIMITATIONS
aggressive environment.
The finish tends to chalk when exposed to
sunlight although protective properties of the
film remain practically unaffected.

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SYSTEM SELECTION GUIDE

SURFACE 1st COAT 2nd COAT 3rd COAT 4th COAT

Steel Epigard Zinc Rich Epigard TL 543 Epigard TL 543 -

/ Tuffkote Zilicate HS Finish HS Finish
Primer / Epigard
Zinc Phosphate
Primer

- do - Epigard 5 High Epigard High Epigard TL 543 Epigard TL 543

Build Primer Build HS Finish HS Finish
Intermediate (Optional)
coat

Concrete Epigard HP Off Epigard TL 543 Epigard TL 543 -

Surface White Primer / HS Finish HS Finish
Epiplus 75 X

CHEMICAL RESISTANCE GUIDE

EXPOSURE IMMERSION

Acids Good
Alkalis Excellent
Solvents Excellent
Salt Excellent
Water Excellent

NOTES
1. This cancels all previous literature on this product and is subject to revision without notice
2. Do not apply when temperature falls below 10o C or rises above 50o C and when relative
humidity rises above 90%. Do not apply during rain, fog or mist.
3. Use off mixed paint within stipulated pot life period.
4. Use of thinners other than supplied or approved by Shalimar may adversely affect product
performance and void product warranty whether express or implied.
5. For immersion condition Blast cleaning to Sa 21/2 grade minimum with surface profile
not exceeding 65 microns is a must.

HEALTH AND SAFETY

Please refer to the separate safety data sheet available with detailed information.

PRECAUTION
For proper curing of film, ambient temperature should not be lower than 10o C. Adequate
ventilation must be maintained specially in tank lining operation. Consult Shalimar Tuffkote
Division to confirm suitability of coating for specific products to be stored in coated tanks.

>> DISCLAIMER <<

The information in this leaflet is given in good faith. The company will not be Head Office:
liable for loss or damage howsoever caused including liability for negligence, 5th Floor, ‘C’ Wing, Oberoi Garden Estate
which may be suffered by the user of the data contained therein. It is the user's Chandivali Farm Road, Chandivali
responsibility to conduct all necessary tests to confirm the suitability of any Andheri (E), Mumbai - 400072
product or system for their intended use. No guarantee of result is extended Phone: 022-28574043 / 6147
since conditions of use are beyond our control. Fax: 022-28573725
Email: indl@shalimarpaints.com

Nov 2006

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