Epoxy Primer, Topcoat Suited for Weathering-Susceptible Substrates
Axalta Coating Systems’ Tufcote 5100 epoxy topcoat and Tufcote LV PR 5187 epoxy primer are said to be well-suited for use on surfaces that are susceptible to weathering and corrosion.
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Part of its Tufcote LV HG alkyd and polyurethane coatings series, Axalta Coating Systems’ Tufcote 5100 epoxy topcoat and Tufcote LV PR 5187 epoxy primer are said to be well-suited for use in above-water conditions, on surfaces that are susceptible to weathering and corrosion, such as steel, wood, concrete, aluminum, fiberglass, storage tanks, machinery and piers.
The topcoat is a two-part, heavy-duty, thixotropic solvent-borne coating that is formulated with a volatile organic compound (VOC) level of 0.4 lb per gallon (50 g/l) to comply with stringent U.S. regulatory requirements. It is available in three colors and may be applied by spray application, brush or roller. The epoxy primer is a light grey, two-part primer that has a 0.8 lb per gallon (100 g/l) VOC level. It is recommended for use under the Tufcote LV HG epoxy topcoat to maximize chemical and abrasion resistance.
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