Trilux
Antifouling
Hard Antifouling, Alloy Compatible

    PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
    Offers protection in low to medium fouling conditions where a hard, scrubbable antifouling is required. Ideal for fast powerboats, propellers, outdrives, sterngear and the waterline.
    * Medium strength, hard antifouling based on Biolux Technology - a unique system of organic boosting biocides in a highly effective controlled-release film
    * Hard, scrubbable finish to allow clean-off if needed
    * Suitable for burnishing to provide a smooth finish
    * Aluminium compatible formulation
    * Range of bright colours

    PRODUCT INFORMATION
    Colour YBA508-White, YBA515-Blue, YBA521-Green, YBA550-Scarlet, YBA563-Grey, YBA591-Black
    Finish Matt
    Specific Gravity 1.4
    Volume Solids 46% average
    Typical Shelf Life 2 yrs
    VOC (As Supplied) 472 g/lt
    Unit Size 375 ml 750 ml 2.5 Lt 5 Lt

    DRYING/OVERCOATING INFORMATION

    Drying

    5°C 15°C 23°C 35°C


    Touch Dry [ISO] 1hrs 45mins 30mins 20mins
    Immersion 24hrs 12hrs 8hrs 6hrs


    Note:Max. Immersion Times are as follows: 5-15°C - 3 mths; 23°C - 2 mths; 35°C - 1 mth If maximum immersion time is exceeded, high pressure water wash or wet abrade with 180-240 grade paper prior to immersion.
    Overcoating
    Substrate Temperature
    5°C 15°C 23°C 35°C
    Overcoated By Min Max Min Max Min Max Min Max


    Trilux  16hrs  ext  10hrs  ext  6hrs  ext  4hrs  ext



    APPLICATION AND USE
    Preparation PREVIOUSLY ANTIFOULED SURFACE:
    In Good Condition: Rinse with fresh water and allow to dry. If old antifouling is incompatible or unknown, seal with Primocon.
    In Poor Condition: Use Interstrip to remove all traces of antifouling.
    PRIMING: All preparation for bare substrates is covered on the appropriate primer datasheet.
    BARE GRP: Gelshield 200 for osmosis protection, or Primocon.
    STEEL/IRON: Prime with Interprotect or Primocon.
    LEAD: Etch Primer followed by Interprotect or Primocon.
    WOOD: Preserve, if required, with Intertox. Prime with Interprotect or Primocon.
    ALUMINIUM/ALLOY: Interprotect, or Etch Primer followed by Primocon.


    Method Apply 2-3 coats on the area to be coated per season.


    Hints Mixing Stir well before use.
    Thinner YTA085 Thinners No.3
    Thinning Thinning is not recommended.
    Cleaner YTA085 Thinners No.3
    Airless Spray Pressure: 176-210 bar. Tip Size: 2180.
    Other For Airmix spray application: Pressure: 2.5 bar. Tip Size: 20-113. Take care to apply all the paint calculated even if it means applying an extra coat. It is important for performance to apply the correct thickness.


    Some Important Points To prevent premature failure, ensure the correct amount of paint is applied using the coverage as a guide. Product temperature should be minimum -5°C and maximum 35°C. Ambient temperature should be minimum -5°C and maximum 35°C. Substrate temperature should be minimum 1°C above dew point and maximum 35°C.


    Compatibility/Substrates Suitable for use on all substrates including suitably primed Aluminium/Alloy and Zinc-sprayed metals. Can be applied direct over most types of antifoulings, provided they are in sound condition.


    Number of Coats 2-3 by brush/roller


    Coverage (Theoretical) - 10.50 (m²/lt) by brush; 3.0 m²/lt spray.


    Recommended DFT 40 microns dry
    Recommended WFT 85 microns wet


    Application Methods Airless Spray, Brush, Airmix, Roller

    TRANSPORTATION,STORAGE AND SAFETY INFORMATION
    Storage GENERAL INFORMATION:
    Exposure to air and extremes of temperature should be avoided. For the full shelf life of Trilux to be realised ensure that between use the container is firmly closed and the temperature is between 5°C/40°F and 35°C/95°F. Keep out of direct sunlight.
    TRANSPORTATION:
    Trilux should be kept in securely closed containers during transport and storage.

    Safety GENERAL: Contains biocides. Antifoulings should only be wet sanded. Never dry sand or burn-off old antifoulings. Read the label safety section for Health and Safety Information, also available from our Technical Help Line.
    DISPOSAL: Do not discard tins or pour paint into water courses, use the facilities provided. It is best to allow paints to harden before disposal.
    Remainders of Trilux cannot be disposed of through the municipal waste route or dumped without permit. Disposal of remainders must be arranged for in consultation with the authorities.

    IMPORTANT NOTES The information given in this sheet is not intended to be exhaustive. Any person using the product without first making further written enquiries as to the suitability of the product for the intended purpose does so at their own risk and we can accept no responsibility for the performance of the product or for any loss or damage (other than death or personal or injury resulting from negligence) arising out of such use. The information contained in this sheet is liable to modification from time to time in the light of experience and our policy of continuous product development.

    , International, the Akzo Nobel logo and other products mentioned in this publication are trademarks of, or licensed to Akzo Nobel.

    Regional Addresses
    Head Office
    International Paint Ltd
    P O Box 20980
    Oriel House
    16 Connaught Place
    London W2 2ZB
    United Kingdom
    tel: +44 (0) 171 479 6000
    fax: +44 (0) 171 479 6500
    European Region
    International Paint Ltd
    Stoneygate Lane
    Felling, Gateshead
    Tyne & Wear NE10 0JY
    United Kingdom

    tel: +44 (0) 191 469 6111
    fax: +44 (0) 191 438 3977
    Asia Region
    International Paint Singapore (Pte) Ltd
    449 Tagore Industrial Avenue
    01-03 Hong Joo Industrial
    Building
    Singapore 787820

    tel: +65 6453 1981
    fax: +65 6453 1778
    Australasia Region
    International Paint
    115 Hyde Road
    Yeronga, Brisbane
    Queensland 4104
    Australia

    tel: +61 (0) 7 3892 8866
    fax: +61 (0) 7 3892 4287
    North America Region
    International Paint LLC
    2270 Morris Avenue
    Union
    New Jersey 07083
    USA

    tel: +1 (0) 908 686 1300
    fax: +1 (0) 908 686 8545
    South America Region
    International Paint
    Rod Rap tavares, KM 18.5
    Predio Administrativo 11
    Butanta CEP 05577-300
    Sao Paulo, Brazil

    tel: +55 (0) 11 3789 2000
    fax: +55 (0) 11 3789 2200


    Ref:
    Issue Date:
    Supersedes:
    05000064
    4-Jun-2008
    9-Oct-2007