TT-P-645C

TT-P-645C

TT-P-645C

Product catalog summary
Product Description: TT-P-645C is an alkyd primer designed for steel and aluminum applications, complying with Military Specification TT-P-645C, Formula 84. It is suitable for marine and industrial environments.
Product Characteristics: The primer has a flat finish and is green in color (Fed Std 595 #34230). It contains a minimum of 41% volume solids and 47% weight solids, with a VOC content of less than 250 g/L. Recommended spreading rates are 4.0 to 7.0 wet mils and 1.5 to 3.0 dry mils, covering 220 to 440 sq ft/gal.
Drying Schedule: At 4 mils wet, drying times vary with temperature: 8 hours to touch at 50°F, 2 hours at 77°F, and 1 hour at 100°F. Recoat times are 10 hours at 50°F and 6 hours at 77°F and 100°F. Full curing takes 14 days at lower temperatures and 3 days at 100°F.
Surface Preparation: Surfaces must be clean, dry, and free of contaminants. Minimum preparation for iron and steel is SSPC-SP2, and for aluminum, SSPC-SP1. For optimal performance, commercial blast cleaning is recommended.
Application Conditions: The primer should be applied at temperatures between 40°F and 100°F, with a relative humidity of 85% maximum. It should be applied at least 5°F above the dew point.
Application Equipment: Suitable for airless and conventional spray, brush, and roller applications. Specific equipment settings are provided for optimal application.
Safety Precautions: Users should refer to the MSDS sheet for safety information. The product should be stored indoors between 40°F and 100°F.
Warranty: Sherwin-Williams warrants the product to be free of manufacturing defects, with liability limited to replacement or refund.
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TT-P-645C-1

Protective & Marine Coatings Product Description Recommended Uses TT-P-645C is an alkyd primer formulated for use as a general primer for applications to steel and aluminum. This product complies with Military Specification TT-P-645C, Formula 84. For use on prepared steel and aluminum in marine and industrial environments: Product Characteristics Performance Characteristics • Marine Vessels - interior and exterior • Offshore platforms • Complies with Military Specification TT-P-645C, Formula 84 Volume Solids: Weight Solids: *TT-P-645C specification (June 2013) states the color of the paint shall approximately match color chip no. 34230 of FED-STD-595 *see Performance Characteristics section Recommended Spreading Rate per coat: Wet mils (microns) Dry mils (microns) ~Coverage sq ft/gal (m2/L) Theoretical coverage sq ft/gal 656 (16.1) (m2/L) @ 1 mil / 25 microns dft NOTE: Brush or roll application may require multiple coats to achieve maximum film thickness and uniformity of appearance. Drying Schedule @ 4 mils wet (100 microns): @ 50°F/10°C To touch: To recoat: To cure: 8 hours 10 hours 14 days 2 hours 6 hours 14 days 1 hours 6 hours 3 days Drying time is temperature, humidity, and film thickness dependent. Shelf Life: 12 months, unopened Store indoors at 40°F (4.5°C) to 100°F (38°C) Flash Point: 100°F (38°C) SETA Flash Reducer: Not recommended Clean Up: MAK, R7K134 or Mineral Spirits, R1K4

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TT-P-645C-2

Protective & Marine Coatings Product Information Surface Preparation Recommended Systems Steel or Aluminum: 2 cts. TT-P-645 2 cts. MIL-PRF-24596 Dry Film Thickness / ct. Mils (Microns) 1.5-3.0 (38-75) 2.0-4.0 (50-100) Surface must be clean, dry, and in sound condition. Remove all oil, dust, grease, dirt, loose rust, and other foreign material to ensure adequate adhesion. Refer to product Application Bulletin for detailed surface preparation information. Minimum recommended surface preparation: Iron & Steel: SSPC-SP2 Aluminum: SSPC-SP1 Surface Preparation Standards White Metal Near White Metal...

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TT-P-645C-3

Protective & Marine Coatings Application Bulletin Application Conditions Surface Preparations Surface must be clean, dry, and in sound condition. Remove all oil, dust, grease, dirt, loose rust, and other foreign material to ensure adequate adhesion. Iron & Steel Minimum surface preparation is Hand Tool Clean per SSPC-SP2. Remove all oil and grease from surface by Solvent Cleaning per SSPC-SP1. For better performance, use Commercial Blast Cleaning per SSPC-SP6/NACE 3, blast clean all surfaces using a sharp, angular abrasive for optimum surface profile (2 mils / 50 microns). Prime any bare steel...

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TT-P-645C-4

Protective & Marine Coatings Application Bulletin Surface preparation must be completed as indicated. Mixing Instructions: Mix paint thoroughly with low speed power agitation prior to use. Apply paint at the recommended film thickness and spreading rate as indicated below: Recommended Spreading Rate per coat: Wet mils (microns) Dry mils (microns) ~Coverage sq ft/gal (m2/L) Theoretical coverage sq ft/gal 656 (16.1) (m2/L) @ 1 mil / 25 microns dft NOTE: Brush or roll application may require multiple coats to achieve maximum film thickness and uniformity of appearance. Drying Schedule @ 4 mils wet...

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