Hempel Speed Dry Alkyd 43131 is a quick drying, single layer, finishing topcoat for use on steel structures. It is pigmented with zinc phosphate as an anti-corrosive inhibiting pigment.
Best Uses
Speed Dry Alkyd 43131 is ideal for use as an anti-corrosive coat on steel structures. It is suitable for the protection of steel in mild to medium atmospheric corrosive environments. Speed Dry Alkyd 43131 is suitable for general use on both interior and exterior steel surfaces.
Application
As always, ensure the surface is cleaned with all oil, grease and other contaminants removed. Clean using a suitable detergent and dry before application. Application is by either airless spray, brush or roller.
New build
Any damage of shopprimer and contamination from storage and fabrication should be thoroughly mechanically/chemically cleaned prior to final painting.
Abrasive blasting to min. Sa 2½ (ISO 8501-1) / SP 10 (SSPC).
Remove dust, blast media and loose materials.
Maintenance and Repair
Spot abrasive blasting to min. PSa 2 (ISO 8501-2) / SP 6 (SSPC).
Minor areas can be cleaned by power tool to St 3 provided the surface is roughened and not polished.