Preparation of Interlux Bilgekote

BARE FIBERGLASS
In Good Condition: Begin by scrubbing well using soap and water and a stiff brush. Rinse with fresh water and allow to dry. Degrease with YMA601V Fiberglass Surface Prep. Follow directions on the product label. Sand with 180 grade (grit) paper. Remove sanding residue.
In Poor Condition: Clean as above. Sand with 80 grade (grit) paper. Remove sanding residue. Apply 1-2 coats of Pre- Kote primer. Sand each coat with 120 grit sandpaper. Remove sanding residue.
BARE WOOD Sand surface, wipe clean. Apply Pre-Kote, sand surface and wipe clean.
BARE METAL Sandblast or grind, remove sanding residue. Within 1 hour of abrasion, apply 1 coat of Interprotect 2000E thinned 15-20%. Following the overcoating guidelines on the Interprotect 2000E technical datasheet, apply 1-2 coats of Pre-Kote.
CLEAR EPOXY Begin by scrubbing well using soap and water and a stiff brush. Rinse with fresh water and allow to dry. Degrease with YMA601V Fiberglass Surface Prep. Follow directions on the product label. Sand with 80 grade (grit) paper. Remove sanding residue. Apply one coat of Epoxy Primekote 404/414 or Interprotect 2000E/2001E.
PREVIOUSLY PAINTED SURFACES The surface must be clean and dry. Sand using 180-220 grade (grit) paper. Remove sanding residue.
Method Apply 2-3 coats of Bilgekote following the proper dry times. Sand between coats using 220-320 grade (grit) paper. Remove sanding residue. Bilgekote may be applied by roller and brush using the roll and tip method. Bilgekote may also be applied by spray.
Hints Thinner Brush - Brushing Liquid 333. Spray - Special Thinner 216.
Thinning Thin if necessary with Brushing Liquid 333 to improve brushing characteristics. For spray application use Special Thinner 216. Thin no more than 10%.
Cleaner Brushing Liquid 333 or Special Thinner 216.
Ventilation and Humidity Control It is best to paint on warm, dry mornings. Cold weather retards the drying and humidity can spoil the gloss.
Airless Spray Pressure: 170 bar/2500 psi. Tip Size: 0.33-0.41 mm/13-16 thou.
Conventional Spray Pressure Pot: Pressure: 3.44-4.47 bar/50-65 psi (gun pressure); 8-10 psi (pot pressure). Tip Size: 0.89-1.4 mm/35-50 thou. Siphon Cup: Pressure: 3.44-4.47 bar/50-65 psi - gun pressure. Tip Size: 1.5-1.8 mm/60-70 thou.
Other Spray pressures listed are recommendations only. The applicator may use any settings which yield the best results for the individual spraying technique and current weather conditions. Bilgekote is best applied in thin coats.
Some Important Points Do not apply heavy coats as this will affect dry through. Failure to follow proper dry times carefully will cause improper drying, wrinkling and loss of adhesion. Product temperature should be minimum 10°C/50°F and maximum 29°C/85°F. Ambient temperature should be minimum 10°C/50°F and maximum 35°C/95°F. Substrate temperature should be minimum 10°C/50°F and maximum 29°C/85°F.
Compatibility/Substrates Surface must be dry and clean, and free from grease, detaching paint etc. Be sure to use Epoxy Primekote or Interprotect 2000E over clear epoxy to prevent blush from affecting drying and adhesion of Bilgekote.
Number of Coats 2-3 minimum
Coverage (Theoretical) - 450 ft²/gal by brush, 360 ft²/gal by spray
Recommended DFT per coat 2 mils dry
Recommended WFT per coat 4.5 mils wet
Application Methods Airless Spray, Brush, Conventional Spray- Pressure Pot or Siphon Cup, Roller

Color YMA100*-Gray, YMA102*-White
Finish Semi-gloss
Specific Gravity 1.01
Volume Solids 44%
Typical Shelf Life 2 yrs
VOC (As Supplied) 414 g/lt
Unit Size 1 US Quart, 1 US Gallon

Interlux Bilgekote Product Data Sheet