Res-Tek EPO-Guard™ EPO-200 Primer

EPO-200 is designed as a general-purpose, high- performance coating to be used on a variety of substrates. This product is ideally suited for coating floor areas as the primer coat of a system installation. EPO-200 is designed to achieve a bond with the concrete substrate as an anchor for Res-Tek EPO-Guard products and epoxy flooring systems. Res-Tek EPO-200 can be used in warehouse traffic areas, aircraft hangars, and chemical process areas.

2.2 hrs (foot traffic and recoat), 6.5 hrs (full service) at 75°F and 70% RH

Surface Preparation:

To provide a lasting bond, the substrate must be thoroughly cleaned of grease, oils, curing membranes, wax, or any other contaminants. The substrate surface must be dry and free of laitance and unsound concrete. Concrete slabs must be free from hydrostatic pressure. Floor surfaces receiving Res-Tek primers must be thoroughly cleaned and prepared by shot blasting or other approved mechanical means.

Application on Materials:

Before application, mix 1 part A with 4 parts B by volume. Using a variable speed drill equipped with an appropriate mixing blade; mix on low speed until well blended for a minimum of two minutes. Scrape sides of mixing bucket with paint stick or spatula to help insure thorough blending of parts A and B. Apply EPO-200 material to floor immediately after mixing by using a brush, roller, or squeegee. Apply at a rate of 8-10 mils wet film thickness or 200-160 sq ft/gal to yield 5-7 mils dry film thickness. Lightly back-roll the coating to smooth imperfections. If a second coat is required, it must be applied within 20 hours, otherwise the surface must be sanded with 60 grit sandpaper prior to application. Application temperature should be between 60ºF and 80ºF. Substrate temperature must be a minimum of 5ºF above dew point. In the event of extreme porosity that leads to the primer being absorbed by the substrate, the priming procedure must be repeated until a continuous coat of primer cures on the surface of the substrate. Use water for cleaning tools and equipment soon after use. Once product has begun to set, xylene, acetone or other solvent will be required for cleaning. Do not use solvents on hands or other parts of body. Clean hands and other exposed areas with soap and water.