PPG SigmaCover 555
PPG SigmaCover 555 (previously Sigmacover 525) is an anti-corrosive topcoat providing a water resistant, anti-fouling barrier, which is abrasion and impact resistant.
PPG SigmaCover 555 is a two component polyamide cured epoxy tie coat designed to provide an end product to epoxy underwater anti-corrosive systems.
Best Uses
PPG SigmaCover 555 is best used to provide a decorative, black topcoat for underwater protective systems and can be used over traditional anti-fouling primers to offer excellent water resistance, It is abrasion and impact resistant.
Application
PPG SigmaCover 555 can be applied using spray, roller or brush and is touch dry after 8 hours. SigmaCover 555 has a theoretical coverage rate of 8.2m2 per litre and is available in 20 litre containers. Perfect for large marine projects.
Surface and Environment
PPG SigmaCover 555 can be used on a variety of surfaces and is designed to be use under water and in marine applications. Use this high quality black paint on boats and yachts, below the water line, or surfaces in marine environments, providing excellent water protection.
Features
- Polyamide cured epoxy tiecoat
- Final coat in epoxy underwater anticorrosive systems
- Epoxy tie coat for use with Sigma antifoulings, as specified
- Excellent water resistance
- Good abrasion and impact resistance
Systems
PPG SigmaCover 555 is used within the following Sika systems:
- PPG 3101 System - Anti-Corrosive System For Underwater and Boot Top (To Be Overcoated With Anti-Fouling)
See Data Sheets tab for System sheet downloadable PDF.
Technical Info
| Components: | Two Part |
| Type: | Polyamide Cured Epoxy |
| Finish: | Eggshell |
| Stock Colours: | Black |
| Tintable: | No |
| VOC Content: | 387.0g per Litre |
| Volume Solids: | 56% |
| Suitable Substrates: | For metal surfaces |
| Application Method: | Brush, Roller, Air Atomised Spray or Airless Spray |
| Theoretical Coverage: | 7.5 m2 per litre at 75 microns |
| Wet Film Thickness (WFT): | |
| Dry Film Thickness (DFT): | 75 - 150 microns |
| Induction Time: | - |
| Pot Life: | 4 hours at 20°C |
| Touch Dry: | 6 hours at 20°C |
| Overcoatable: | Minimum of 8 hours to max of 3 days at 20°C |
| Fully Cured: | 7 days at 20°C |
| Cleaner / Thinner: | PPG Thinner 91-92 |
| Shelf Life: | 24 months when stored cool and dry |
| Packaging: | Available in 20 Litres |
