DATA
SIGMARINE 48
(SIGMARINE BTD)
3 pages
DESCRIPTION
September 2005
Revision of January 2003
general purpose gloss paint based on a modified alkyd resin
PRINCIPAL CHARACTERISTICS particularly suitable as a finish for boottop, topside, deck and
deckequipment
a quick drying, hard, tough, water- and weather resistant coating with
moderate gloss retention
can be applied over intact existing conventional systems, on Sigmarine
40 and on suitable primers, such as Sigma Vikote 14, Sigmarine 24 or
Sigmarine 21 depending on the location
good adhesion properties in wet and dry exposure conditions
this coating is particularly suitable for areas intermittently exposed to
water-immersion and atmospheric conditions
also available with non-skid material (supplied separately) for use on
deck surfaces
certificate for low flame spread: see sheet 1883
COLOURS AND GLOSS
white and various other colours (see also Marine shade card) - gloss
BASIC DATA AT 20C
(1 g/cm = 8.25 lb/US gal; 1 m/l = 40.7 ft/US gal)
Mass density
Volume solids
VOC (supplied)
1.2 g/cm
45 - 49 2% (colours) - 48 2% (white)
max. 345 g/kg (Directive 1999/13/EC, SED)
max. 402 g/l (approx. 3.4 lb/gal)
35 m per coat
Recommended dry film
thickness
Theoretical spreading rate
Touch dry after
Overcoating interval
Shelf life (cool and dry place)
Flash point
12.8-14.0 m/l (colours) - 13.7 m/l (white) for 35 m
1 hour at 20C, 3 hours at 5C
min. 16 hours at 20C, 24 hours at 5 - 10C
max. no limitations
at least 24 months
38C
RECOMMENDED
SUBSTRATE CONDITIONS
AND TEMPERATURES
previous coat; dry and free from any contamination
substrate temperature should be 3C above dew point
SYSTEM SPECIFICATION
systems for boottop and topside
systems for superstructure and deck fitting
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system sheet 3102
system sheet 3104
DATA
SIGMARINE 48
(SIGMARINE BTD)
September 2005
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
stir well before use
the temperature of the paint should preferably be above 15C, otherwise
extra thinner may be required to obtain application viscosity
too much solvent results in reduced sag resistance
adequate ventilation must be maintained during application and curing
(please refer to sheet 1433 and 1434)
AIRLESS SPRAY
Recommended thinner
Volume of thinner
Nozzle orifice
Nozzle pressure
Sigma thinner 20-05
0 - 2%, depending on required thickness and application conditions
approx. 0.48 mm (= 0.019 in)
8 - 12 MPa (= approx. 80 - 120 bar; 1140 - 1700 p.s.i.)
AIR SPRAY
Recommended thinner
Volume of thinner
Nozzle orifice
Nozzle pressure
Sigma thinner 20-05
10 - 15%, depending on required thickness and application conditions
2 - 3 mm
0.3 - 0.4 MPa (= approx. 3 - 4 bar, 43 - 57 p.s.i.)
BRUSH/ROLLER
Recommended thinner
Volume of thinner
Sigma thinner 20-05
0 - 2%
CLEANING SOLVENT
Sigma thinner 20-05
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
for paint and recommended thinners see safety sheets 1430, 1431 and
relevant material safety data sheets
this is a solvent based paint and care should be taken to avoid inhalation of
spray mist or vapour as well as contact between the wet paint and exposed
skin or eyes
Worldwide availability
Whilst it is always the aim of Sigma Coatings to supply the same product on
a worldwide basis, slight modification of the product is sometimes
necessary to comply with local or national rules/circumstances.
Under these circumstances an alternative product data sheet is used.
REFERENCES
Explanation to product data sheets
Safety indications
Safety in confined spaces and health safety
Explosion hazard - toxic hazard
Safe working in confined spaces
Directives for ventilation practice
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see information sheet 1411
see information sheet 1430
see information sheet 1431
see information sheet 1433
see information sheet 1434
DATA
SIGMARINE 48
(SIGMARINE BTD)
September 2005
LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
The information in this data sheet is based upon laboratory tests we believe to be accurate and is intended for guidance
only. All recommendations or suggestions relating to the use of the products made by Sigma Coatings, whether in technical
documentation, or in response to a specific enquiry, or otherwise, are based on data which to the best of our knowledge
are reliable. The products and information are designed for users having the requisite knowledge and industrial skills and
it is the end-user's responsibility to determine the suitability of the product for its intended use.
Sigma Coatings has no control over either the quality or condition of the substrate, or the many factors affecting the use
and application of the product. Sigma Coatings does therefore not accept any liability arising from loss, injury or damage
resulting from such use or the contents of this data sheet (unless there are written agreements stating otherwise).
The data contained herein are liable to modification as a result of practical experience and continous product development.
This data sheet replaces and annuls all previous issues and it is therefore the user's responsibility to ensure that this sheet
is current prior to using the product.
The English text of this document shall prevail over any translation thereof.
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