PRODUCT DATA SHEET 545 ANTI-CORROSIVE EPOXY PRIMER VOC COMPLIANT (US ONLY) D8001/D3400 or D1001/D3400 Features & Uses VOC Compliant 545 is a two component epoxy primer with outstanding corrosion and adhesion properties for steel, aluminum, wood, and fiberglass substrates. VOC Compliant 545 has a VOC level of only 420g/l or 3.5lbs/gal (US only) and is used to seal surfacing primers before applying topcoats. It is spray applied and may be used above or below the waterline. Specification Data Type: Epoxy Polyamide Packaging: Available in 1 Gallon and 1 Quart containers. Theoretical Coverage: 497 Sq. feet/gallon (46m 2) at one mil dry (25 microns); 165-248 Sq. Feet (15-23m 2) at recommended dry film thickness. Calculated for mixed base and converter, reduced 25%. Coverage calculations are based on theoretical transfer efficiency of 100%. Actual coverage rate obtained will vary according to equipment choice, application techniques, part size, and application environment. Recommended Wet Film Thickness: 7-10 mils (175-250 microns) 2 to 3 coats. Recommended Dry Film Thickness: 2-3 mils (50-75 microns). Recoatability at 77°F/50% R.H: Spray: minimum with itself 1 hour, with other products 12 hours. Maximum without sanding 24 hours. Sanding is recommended to improve adhesion and appearance. Overcoat with Awlgrip, Awlcraft SE or Awlcraft 2000 topcoats, High Build Epoxy Primer, Awlquik Sanding Surfacer and Ultra Build Primer. VOC: White Base (D8001) – 435 g/lt or 3.6 lbs/gallon Gray Base (D1001) – 426 g/lt or 3.6 lbs/gallon Converter (D3400) – 353 g/lt or 2.95 lbs/gallon Product Components, Reducers, Additives, and Auxiliary Components Pressure Pot Spray gun………..#95 Fluid nozzle……..#63BSS (.046” Orifice size) Fluid needle……..#663A Air nozzle………..#63PW Pressure gauge should read 8-12 lbs. Atomizing pressure 50 to 60 lbs. All trademarks mentioned in this publication are owned by, or licensed to, the AkzoNobel group of companies. ©AkzoNobel 2015 Page 1 of 2 • Rev A – April 2015

PRODUCT DATA SHEET 545 ANTI-CORROSIVE EPOXY PRIMER VOC COMPLIANT (US ONLY) D8001/D3400 or D1001/D3400 Surface Preparation Aluminum: Sand blast or grind to a 2-3 mil (50-75 microns) profile, clean silver color. Alternatively, on small parts/components, prime with Wash Primer CF. Steel: Sandblast/Grind SSPC-SP10 or Sa 21/2. Gelcoat/Fiberglass: Sand with 100-150 grit paper. Wood: Smooth sand with 80-100 grit paper. Mixing and Reduction Spray: Mix by volume one part 545 base with one part D3400 to a smooth homogenous mixture. Reduce up to 25% with T0167 or T0163. Overall mix is 1:1:1/2 by volume....