Preparation of Interlux VC Offshore

BARE FIBERGLASS It is very important that bare fiberglass be properly prepared to prevent delamination of the antifouling paint. Remove mold release wax using one of the following Interlux products, Fiberglass Surface Prep YMA601V or Fiberglass Solvent Wash 202 following the product label instructions. Fill any surface imperfections with Interlux Watertite following the label instructions. Sand with 80 grade (grit) paper. Remove sanding residue.
BARE WOOD Sand with 80 grade (grit) paper. Remove sanding residue. Apply first coat reduced 10% with Special Thinner 216.
BARE METAL Sandblast, grind with a 36 grit grinding disc, or sand with 40-60 grit sandpaper. Bring the surface to a uniform, clean, bright metal surface. Remove sanding residue. Immediately apply one coat of Interprotect 2000E thinned 15-20%. Apply 3-4 additional coats of Interprotect 2000E, unthinned. EPOXY COATED WOOD Prime with Interprotect 2000E/2001E.
PREVIOUSLY PAINTED SURFACES Remove, unless it is vinyl based. Scrape and sand old vinyl coatings which are not adhering, clean and dry surface. Remove antifouling paint in poor condition with Interstrip Semi-Paste 299E.
Method Apply 3 coats of VC Offshore*.
BURNISHING: After the final coat of VC Offshore* has cured, wet sand with 400 grade (grit) paper, removing any imperfections in the coat. Burnish with fine bronze wool until a shiny, super smooth finish is obtained. Apply an extra coat if wet sanding or burnishing.
Hints Thinner Special Thinner 216
Cleaner Special Thinner 216
Conventional Spray Pressure Pot: Pressure: 3.44-4.08 bar/50-60 psi (gun pressure), pot pressure 10-15 psi. Tip Size: 1.8-2.2 mm/70-85 thou. Spraying of antifouling paints is prohibited in Canada.
Other Do not apply thin coats.
Some Important Points Do not apply VC Offshore* in thin coats as this will lead to a rougher surface and additional sanding. It may also lead to premature fouling. 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 29°C/85°F. Substrate temperature should be minimum 10°C/50°F and maximum 29°C/85°F.
Compatibility/Substrates Apply to clean, dry, properly prepared surfaces only. Bare surfaces must be sanded. Do not apply VC Offshore* over non-vinyl antifouling paints. Do not apply VC Offshore* over aluminum. Do not use on aluminum boats, outdrives or outboards without proper barrier coats. VC Offshore can only be applied over VC Offshore* that is manufactured in North America or Baltoplate. It is not compatible with VC Offshore that is manufactured in Europe or Australia. When applying over Interprotect 2000E, apply an additional coat of Interprotect, allow it to fully cure, and sand smooth with 80 grit sandpaper. Remove sanding residue and immediately apply VC Offshore*.
Number of Coats 3 coats
Bare Wood: 4 coats (first thinned)
Coverage (Theoretical) - 300 ft²/gal by brush
Recommended DFT per coat 2 mils dry
Recommended WFT per coat 5 mils wet
Application Methods Brush, Conventional Spray (Pressure Pot), Roller

Interlux VC Offshore

Finish Matte
Specific Gravity 1.78
Volume Solids 40%
Typical Shelf Life 3 yrs
VOC (As Supplied) 524 g/lt
Unit Size 1 US Gallon
DRYING/OVERCOATING

See Interlux VC Offshore Product Data Sheet