SikaCor® EG-4
2-pack AY-PUR top coat containing micaceous iron oxide
SikaCor® EG-4 is a 2-pack acrylic polyurethane top coat containing micaceous iron oxide pigments (MIO). By adding 1 % b.w. SikaCor® PUR Accelerator (see product data sheet for more information) a faster touch-drying and full curing will be achieved.
- Very good corrosion protection
- Tough elastic and hard but not brittle
- Insensitive against shock and impact
- Excellent chemical, weather and colour stability
Usage
In combination with 2-pack primer and intermediate coats of the SikaCor® and Sika® Permacor® product range for heavy duty corrosion protection of steel structures.Advantages
- Very good corrosion protection
- Tough elastic and hard but not brittle
- Insensitive against shock and impact
- Excellent chemical, weather and colour stability
Packaging
SikaCor® EG-4 | 30 kg and 12.5 kg net. |
Sika® Thinner EG | 25 l, 10 l and 3 l |
SikaCor® Cleaner | 160 l and 25 l |
Colour
Metallic shades acc. DB standard
Slight colour deviations are possible due to raw material characteristics.
Product Details
APPROVALS / CERTIFICATES
- Approved according to German standard ‘TL/TP-KOR-Stahlbauten, Blatt 87 and Blatt 94'.
- In combination with SikaCor® PUR Accelerator, SikaCor® EG-4 is approved according to German standard ‘TL/TP-KOR-Stahlbauten, Blatt 97’.
- Approved according to Austrian standard RVS 15.05.11 and RVS 08.09.02 System S1, S5, S6, S8, S11, S13 and S16.
Shelf life
2 years
Storage conditions
In originally sealed containers in a cool and dry environment.
Density
~1.4 kg/l
Solid content
~55 % by volume
~70 % by weight
Chemical resistance
Weather, water, sewage, seawater, smoke, de-icing salts, acid and lye vapours, oils, grease and short term exposure to fuels and solvents.
Temperature resistance
Dry heat up to + 150°C, short term up to + 200°C
Damp heat up to approx. + 50°C
In case of higher temperatures please consult Sika.
An exposure to high temperatures can lead to color changes.
Application
Mixing ratio
Components A : B |
By weight | 92 : 8 |
By volume | 8.9 : 1 |
Thinner
Sika® Thinner EG
If necessary max. 5% Sika® Thinner EG may be added to adapt the viscosity.
Material temperature
Min. + 5°C
Relative air humidity
Max. 85 %, except the surface temperature is significantly higher than the dew point temperature, it shall be at least 3 K above dew point.
The surface must be dry and free from ice.
Substrate temperature
Min. + 5°C
0°C by adding SikaCor® PUR Accelerator
Pot Life
At + 10°C | ~7 h | ~5 h * |
At + 20°C | ~5 h | ~3 h * |
At + 30°C | ~4 h | ~2 h * |
* By adding 1 % b.w. SikaCor® PUR Accelerator
Drying stage 6
Dry film thickness 80 μm | |
+ 5°C after | 19 h |
+ 10°C after | 16 h |
+ 20°C after | 12 h |
+ 40°C after | 1.5 h |
+ 80°C after | 20 min |
By adding 1 % b.w. SikaCor® PUR Accelerator:
Dry film thickness 80 μm | |
0°C after | 48 h |
+ 5°C after | 16 h |
+ 10°C after | 12 h |
+ 20°C after | 4 h |
Waiting time to overcoating
Min. until drying stage 6 is achieved
Max. unlimited
Prior to further applications possible contamination must be removed.
Drying time
Final drying time
Depending on film thickness and temperature full hardness is achieved after 1 - 2 weeks. Tests of the completed coating system should only be carried out after final curing.
Consumption
Theoretical material-consumption/VOC without loss for medium dry film thickness:
Dry film thickness | 80 μm |
Wet film thickness | 145 μm |
Consumption | ~0.205 kg/m2 |
VOC | ~61 g/m2 |
SURFACE PREPARATION
Steel:
Blast cleaning to Sa 2 ½ according to ISO 12944-4.
Free from dirt, oil and grease.
Hot-dip galvanized steel, stainless steel and aluminium:
Free from dirt, oil, grease and corrosion products.
In case of permanent immersion and condensation the surfaces must be slightly sweep blasted with non-ferrous abrasives.
For contaminated surfaces e.g. galvanized or primed areas we recommend to clean with SikaCor® Wash.
MIXING
Stir component A very thoroughly using an electric mixer (start slowly, then increase up to approx. 300 rpm). Add component B carefully and mix both components very thoroughly (including sides and bottom of the container). Mix for at least 3 minutes until a homogeneous mixture is achieved. Fill mixed material into clean container and mix again shortly as described above. During mixing and handling of the materials always wear protective goggles, suitable gloves and other protective clothings.
APPLICATION
The method of application has a major effect on achieving uniform thickness and appearance. Spray application will give the best results. The indicated dry film thickness is easily achieved by airless spray. Adding solvents reduces the sag resistance and the dry film thickness. In case of application by roller or brush, additional applications may become necessary to achieve the required coating thickness, depending on type of construction, site conditions, colour shade etc. Prior to major coating operations a test application on site may be useful to ensure the selected application method will provide the requested results.
By brush and roller:
In order to achieve an attractive appearance in case of coatings containing micaceous iron oxide it is recommended to spray apply the last top coat or to brush or roll on in one direction only to avoid streaking.
Conventional high pressure spraying:
- Nozzle size 1.5 - 2.5 mm
- Pressure 3 - 5 bar
- Oil and water trap is compulsory
Airless-spraying:
- Pressure min. 180 bar
- Nozzle size 0.38 - 0.53 mm (0.015 - 0.021 inch)
- Spraying angle 40°- 80°
CLEANING OF EQUIPMENT
SikaCor® Cleaner
Spraying equipment must be rinsed with Sika® Thinner EG before using SikaCor® EG-4.