Intergard 475HS

Epoxy
SURFACE
PREPARATION

All surfaces to be coated should be clean, dry and free from contamination. Prior to paint
application all surfaces should be assessed and treated in accordance with ISO 8504:2000.
Primed Surfaces
Intergard 475HS should always be applied over a recommended anti-corrosive coating scheme.
The primer surface should be dry and free from all contamination and Intergard 475HS must be
applied within the overcoating intervals specified (consult the relevant product data sheet).
Areas of breakdown, damage etc., should be prepared to the specified standard (e.g. Sa2 (ISO
8501-1:2007) or SSPC-SP6, Abrasive Blasting, or SSPC-SP11, Power Tool Cleaning) and patch
primed prior to the application of Intergard 475HS.
Metallic Zinc Primed Surfaces
Ensure that the surface of the primer is clean, dry and free from contamination and zinc salts before
application of Intergard 475HS. Ensure zinc primers are fully cured before overcoating.

APPLICATION

Mixing

Material is supplied in two containers as a unit. Always mix a complete unit

in the proportions supplied. Once the unit has been mixed it must be used
within the working pot life specified.
(1)
Agitate Base (Part A) with a power agitator.
(2)
Combine entire contents of Curing Agent (Part B) with Base
(Part A) and mix thoroughly with power agitator.

Mix Ratio

3 part(s) : 1 part(s) by volume

Working Pot Life

-5C (23F)
3 hours

Airless Spray

Recommended

Tip Range 0.53-0.63 mm (21-25 thou)

Total output fluid pressure at spray tip not less
than 190 kg/cm (2702 p.s.i.)

Air Spray
(Pressure Pot)

Recommended

Gun
Air Cap
Fluid Tip

Brush

Suitable

Typically 75 microns (3.0 mils) can be achieved

Roller

Suitable

Typically 75 microns (3.0 mils) can be achieved

Thinner

International GTA007

Do not thin more than allowed by local

environmental legislation

Cleaner

International GTA822 (or International GTA415)

Work Stoppages

Do not allow material to remain in hoses, gun or spray equipment.

Thoroughly flush all equipment with International GTA822. Once units of
paint have been mixed they should not be resealed and it is advised that
after prolonged stoppages work recommences with freshly mixed units.

Clean Up

Clean all equipment immediately after use with International GTA822. It is

good working practice to periodically flush out spray equipment during the
course of the working day. Frequency of cleaning will depend upon amount
sprayed, temperature and elapsed time, including any delays.

5C (41F)
3 hours

15C (59F)
2.5 hours

25C (77F)
2 hours

DeVilbiss MBC or JGA

704 or 765
E

All surplus materials and empty containers should be disposed of in

accordance with appropriate regional regulations/legislation.

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Epoxy
PRODUCT
CHARACTERISTICS

Intergard 475HS is primarily designed for use as a high build barrier coat to impart barrier
protection to a coating system. It is recommended that it should be overcoated with a durable finish
from the Interfine or Interthane range when appearance is important.
Maximum film build in one coat is best attained by airless spray. When applying by methods other
than airless spray, the required film build is unlikely to be achieved. Application by air spray may
require a multiple cross spray pattern to attain maximum film build. Low or high temperatures may
require specific application techniques to achieve maximum film build.
When applying Intergard 475HS by brush or roller, it may be necessary to apply multiple coats to
achieve the total specified system dry film thickness.
Surface temperature must always be a minimum of 3C above dew point. When applying Intergard
475HS in confined spaces ensure adequate ventilation. Exposure to unacceptably low
temperatures and/or high humidities during or immediately after application may result in
incomplete cure and surface contamination that could jeopardise subsequent intercoat adhesion.
Elevated Temperature Curing
An alternative curing agent is available for applications at temperatures greater than 25C (77F).

Temperature

Touch Dry

Hard Dry

Overcoating Interval with

recommended topcoats
Minimum
Maximum

25C (77F)
40C (104F)

90 minutes
60 minutes

6 hours
2 hours

6 hours
2 hours

Extended *
Extended *

* See International Protective Coatings Definitions and Abbreviations

Interchanging standard and elevated temperature curing agents during application to a specific
structure will give rise to an observable colour change due to the difference in the
yellowing/discolouration process common to all epoxies on exposure to UV light. In common with all
epoxies Intergard 475HS will chalk and discolour on exterior exposure. However, these phenomena
are not detrimental to anti-corrosive performance.
Intergard 475HS is not designed for continuous water immersion.
The micaceous iron oxide variant of this product is frequently used as a 'travel coat' prior to final
overcoating on site. To ensure best extended overcoating properties ensure over-application does
not occur and that the surface is fully cleaned of any contamination which may be present in the
surface texture due to the coarse nature of the micaceous iron oxide pigmentation.
When applying Intergard 475HS at temperatures less than 15C (59F) or wet film thicknesses of
150 microns (6 mils) or less, addition of around 5% International GTA007 thinners will improve film
appearance, sprayability and aid film thickness control.
Note: VOC values are typical and are provided for guidance purpose only. These may be subject
to variation depending on factors such as differences in colour and normal manufacturing
tolerances.
Low molecular weight reactive additives, which will form part of the film during normal ambient cure
conditions, will also affect VOC values determined using EPA Method 24.

SYSTEMS
COMPATIBILITY

Intergard 475HS is designed for use over correctly primed steel. Suitable primers are:
Intercure 200
Intergard 251
Intergard 269

Interzinc 22 (mist coat or tie coat may be required)*

Interzinc 315
Interzinc 52

Suitable topcoats are:

Intergard 740
Interthane 990

Interfine 629HS
Intergard 475HS

For alternative primers and finishes, consult International Protective Coatings.

See relevant product data sheet for details.

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Epoxy
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Further information regarding industry standards, terms and abbreviations used in this data sheet
can be found in the following documents available at www.international-pc.com:
Definitions & Abbreviations
Surface Preparation
Paint Application
Theoretical & Practical Coverage
Individual copies of these information sections are available upon request.

SAFETY
PRECAUTIONS

This product is intended for use only by professional applicators in industrial situations in
accordance with the advice given on this sheet, the Material Safety Data Sheet and the
container(s), and should not be used without reference to the Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)
which International Protective Coatings has provided to its customers.
All work involving the application and use of this product should be performed in compliance with all
relevant national, Health, Safety & Environmental standards and regulations.
In the event welding or flame cutting is performed on metal coated with this product, dust and
fumes will be emitted which will require the use of appropriate personal protective equipment and
adequate local exhaust ventilation.
If in doubt regarding the suitability of use of this product, consult International Protective Coatings
for further advice.

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PACK SIZE

Unit Size

Part A

Part B

Vol

Pack

Vol

20 litre

15 litre

20 litre

5 litre

Pack
5 litre

5 US gal

3 US gal

5 US gal

1 US gal

1 US gal

For availability of other pack sizes, contact International Protective Coatings.

SHIPPING WEIGHT
(TYPICAL)

STORAGE

Unit Size

Part A

Part B

20 litre

29.3 kg

9.3 kg

5 US gal

57.1 lb

8.4 lb

Shelf Life

12 months minimum at 25C (77F).

Subject to re-inspection thereafter. Store in dry, shaded conditions away
from sources of heat and ignition.

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Important Note
The information in this data sheet is not intended to be exhaustive; any person using the product for any purpose other than that specifically recommended in this data sheet without first
obtaining written confirmation from us as to the suitability of the product for the intended purpose does so at their own risk. All advice given or statements made about the product
(whether in this data sheet or otherwise) is correct to the best of our knowledge but we have no control over the quality or the condition of the substrate or the many factors affecting the
use and application of the product. Therefore, unless we specifically agree in writing to do so, we do not accept any liability at all for the performance of the product or for (subject to the
maximum extent permitted by law) any loss or damage arising out of the use of the product. We hereby disclaim any warranties or representations, express or implied, by operation of
law or otherwise, including, without limitation, any implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. All products supplied and technical advice given are subject to
our Conditions of Sale. You should request a copy of this document and review it carefully. The information contained in this data sheet is liable to modification from time to time in the
light of experience and our policy of continuous development. It is the user's responsibility to check with their local International Paint representative that this data sheet is current prior to
using the product.
This Technical Data Sheet is available on our website at www.international-marine.com or www.international-pc.com, and should be the same as this document. Should there be any
discrepancies between this document and the version of the Technical Data Sheet that appears on the website, then the version on the website will take precedence.
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