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Pettit Protect Gray High Build Epoxy Barrier Primer Coat

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Pettit Protect Gray High Build Epoxy Barrier Primer Coat

Pettit Protect Epoxy Primer is a heavy-duty, dual component epoxy coating best used where maximum resistance to fresh or salt water is a necessity. By reducing water absorption in fiberglass hulls, it’s an excellent choice for the prevention of osmotic blisters. Pettit Protect’s high-solids formula allows for a speedy application by requiring fewer coats for effective hull protection. An additional application of Pettit Protect Epoxy Primer is providing dependable corrosion protection on steel, aluminum, and any other underwater metals. It is perfectly suited for both commercial and pleasure craft applications and is engineered for excellent durability. Pettit Protect has renowned durability in exterior exposures. However, as with most epoxies, it will chalk if there isn’t a proper top coating.

 Features:

  • Reduces water absorption in fiberglass hulls and prevents osmotic blistering.
  • High film build for maximum protection with fewer coats.
  • Excellent water and chemical resistance.
  • Exceptional protection for steel, aluminum, and other metals.
  • High Performance System for Underwater Running Gear.

Specifications:

  • Finish: Low luster
  • Coverage: 225 sq. ft/gal. with 3/8" nap roller
  • Mix Ratio (A/B): 3 to 1 (by volume)
  • VOC: 340 grams/liter - Parts A & B

Associated Products:

Pettit Epoxy Thinner: Thinning is not usually needed, but for slow drying in hot weather or windy conditions, small amounts may be added.

 Pettit Brushing Thinner: For cleaning the surface during preparation.

Why Pettit Protect?

Pettit Protect utilizes Mica Shield Technology. Pettit Protect Mica is incorporated into the epoxy resin while in sheet form, where as other competitors use Mica in a ground form. The differences between the types of mica used in epoxy primers is the ratio of the mica particle length to its width. Pettit Protect uses a high aspect ratio mica whereas other competitors use a low aspect ratio mica. The sheets with high aspect ratio Mica are forced to overlay each other creating an impenetrable layer of epoxy. 

Pettit Protect high-solids formula saves time and money because it allows for quicker and easier application with fewer coats necessary for effective protection. When compared to competitive products, Pettit Protect’s high-build formula allows for application of heavier coats without it running or sagging while still providing a smooth finish for antifouling paint. Pettit Protect uses less solvent than competition and this reduces solvent smell. Together this results in less labor and less product needed to obtain the Dry Film Thickness (DFT) necessary for the ultimate in protection.


How To Apply Pettit Protect Epoxy Primer

Pettit Protect can be easily applied by brush, roller, or spray. Use a high quality bristle brush or 3/8" nap roller made for epoxy paints. Thinning is generally not required, but in adverse weather conditions, Pettit Protect may be thinned up to 10% with Pettit 97 Epoxy Thinner to ease application. Stir or shake contents thoroughly to remix any settled material. Mix 3 parts Part A with 1 part Part B by volume and stir thoroughly.

  • Application Method: Brush, Roller, Airless or Conventional Spray
  • Number of Coats:  3 Minimum
  • Dry Film Thickness per Coat: 4 mils (7.1 wet mils)
  • Coverage: 225 sq. ft/gal.
  • Application Temp: 50°F Min. / 90°F Max.
  • Induction Period: 15 minutes @ 70°F
  • Thinner: 97 Epoxy Thinner
Dry Times:
Temp To Recoat To Launch* To Bottom Paint
90°F 2 Hrs-14 Day 48 Hrs Min 3-6 Hrs
70°F 3 Hrs-14 Day 72 Hrs Min 5-8 Hrs
50°F 6 Hrs-14 Day 120 Hrs Min 7-10 Hrs

*If these recommended intervals are exceeded, sand thoroughly with 80 grit sandpaper before recoating or applying bottom paint.

Surface Preparation

  • Bare Fiberglass (New or Unpainted Fiberglass Hulls)
    • All bare fiberglass, regardless of age, should be thoroughly cleaned and de-waxed.
    • Pettit Protect can be used as an effective one-coat, no-sand priming system.
    • Thoroughly clean, de-wax, and etch the surface with Pettit 92 Bio-Blue Hull Surface Prep using a medium Scotch-Brite pad or 3M Doodlebug.
    • Thoroughly rinse all residue from the surface and let dry.
    • Ensure entire surface has a dull, frosty finish.
    • Apply one coat of Pettit Protect following application and dry times. Wet Film Thickness should be 7 mils per coat.
    • Apply two coats of Pettit antifouling paint following application and dry times on label.
  • Bare Fiberglass (New or Non-Blistered Hulls)
    • Thoroughly clean and de-wax the surface with Pettit 92 Bio-Blue Hull Surface Prep using a medium Scotch-Brite pad or 3M Doodlebug.
    • Thoroughly rinse all residue from the surface and let dry.
    • Sand the gelcoat thoroughly with 80 grit production sand paper. All surfaces should be a uniform dull, frosty finish.
    • Apply a minimum of 2 coats Pettit Protect following instructions carefully. WFT should be 7 mils per coat.
  • Bare Steel
    • Sandblast to SSPC-SP 6 Commercial blast, blow off residue with clean compressed air.
    • Immediately apply three coats of Pettit Protect following application and recoat instructions.
    • Alternatively, hand sand with 80 grit sandpaper or power hand tool clean, them remove residue.
    • Immediately apply one coat of Pettit 6980 Rustlok Steel Primer and let dry to a tack free state.
    • Apply three coats of Pettit Protect following application and recoat instructions.
  • Bare Aluminum
    • Sandblast or disc sand the aluminum to clean, bright metal.
    • Wipe clean of residue and immediately apply one thin coat of Pettit 6455 Metal Primer.
    • Let dry for 8 hours minimum, 48 hours maximum.
    • Apply three coats of Pettit Protect following application and recoat instructions.
  • Keels - Lead
    • Disc sand or otherwise abrade surface to bright metal; clean off residue.
    • Apply one thin coat of 6455/044 Metal Primer and allow to dry eight hours.
    • Apply one coat of Pettit Protect. Let dry to recoat.
    • If fairing is required, apply Pettit 7050 EZ-Fair Epoxy Fairing Compound.
    • Sand smooth with 80 grit sandpaper and follow with two additional coats of Pettit Protect.
  • Keels - Steel or Cast Iron
    • Disc sand or otherwise abrade surface to bright metal and clean off residue.
    • Apply one coat of 6980 Rustlok Steel Primer, allowing to dry only 1/2-2 hours prior to overcoating.
    • Apply one coat of Pettit Protect. Let dry to recoat.
    • If fairing is required, apply Pettit 7050 EZ-Fair Epoxy Fairing Compound.
    • Sand smooth and follow with two additional coats of Pettit Protect.

Application Tips

  • Mix both components of the Pettit Protect High-Build Epoxy Primer thoroughly. 3 parts of Compound A to 1 part of Compound B by volume.
  • For new unblistered hulls or hulls with minor blistering, apply 2 coats of Pettit Protect 4700/4701 Gray,
  • For severely blistered hulls, apply 3 coats of Pettit Protect.
  • Apply the first coat of Pettit antifouling paint over the last coat of epoxy within the specified overcoating schedule.
  • Allow the system to cure thoroughly before launching the boat.

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