AkzoNobel

Aerospace Coatings

22/23 Series
Technical Data Sheet

Product Group Epoxy topcoat

Characteristics The 22/23 Series product is a chemically cured two-component epoxy topcoat
designed to provide maximum protection from various chemicals, hydraulic fluids,
Product aviation fuels, phosphate ester (Skydrol®) fluids and corrosion causing media. This
Information high solids technology meets VOC requirements of SCAQMD Rule 1124.

Components Base material 22/23 Series Base

Curing Solution Gloss Curing Solution X-530
Semi-gloss Curing Solution EC-263
Flat Curing Solution EC-264

Specifications Boeing BMS 10-11, Ty II, Cl B, Gr D

EADS (CASA) Z-12.361/BMS 10-11, Ty II, CI B
Qualified Goodrich EMS 93284 C Cl A (AiResearch Los Angeles Div.)
Product List (22 series / color specific)

Product specifications are constantly changing, to ensure the most accurate

information regarding specifications, please check our online qualified product list
(QPL) at aerospace.akzonobel.com/products.

Surface Conditions - Surface pretreatment is an essential part of the painting process.

- Follow the specification requirements for cleaning and pretreatment

Cleaning application.

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High Solids Epoxy Topcoat

Instruction for Use

Mixing Ratio Gloss

(volume) Base 446-22 Series 3 parts
Curing Solution X-530 1 part

Semi-gloss
Base 456-23 Series 1 part
Curing Solution EC-263 1 part

Flat
Base 466-23 Series 1 part
Curing Solution EC-264 1 part

- Stir or Shake base component until all pigment is uniformly dispersed.

- Once added, Stir the catalyzed mixture again thoroughly

Note EC-264 requires stirring or agitation itself BEFORE mixing with the base
component (due to its composition) in order to achieve a homogenous
consistency of dispersion.

Induction Time 15 minutes.

Initial Spraying 15 – 25 seconds Gardner Signature Zahn-Cup 2

Viscosity 17 - 35 seconds Zahn-Cup 2
(25ºC/77ºF) 22 – 38 seconds ISO-Cup 4
22 ± 6 seconds Ford -Cup 4

Note Viscosity measurements are provided as guidelines only and are not to be used as
quality control parameters. Certified information is provided by certification
documentation available on request.

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AkzoNobel Aerospace Coatings

1 East Water Street, Waukegan, IL 60085, USA - Phone (847) 623 4200,
Rijksstraatweg 31, 2171 AJ Sassenheim, The Netherlands - Phone (31) 71 308 2905
Mail: [email protected] / Online: aerospace.akzonobel.com
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High Solids Epoxy Topcoat

Pot life 4 Hours

(25ºC/77ºF)

Dry Film 25 – 37 µm
Thickness 1.0 – 1.5 mils
(DFT)

Application
Recommendations

Conditions Temperature: 15-35°C

59-95°F
Relative Humidity: 35-75%

Note 22/23 Series may be applied in conditions outside the limits shown above. Care
must be exercised to ensure a satisfactory result. Please contact your local
AkzoNobel Aerospace Coatings representative to determine the appropriate
application techniques when environmental conditions fall outside of the
recommended range.

Recommended Airless 279 mm 0.011 inch 60° angle

Equipment .330 mm 0.013 inch 80° angle
Air Fluid tip 1.4 mm (0.055 inch)
Atomizing air pressure 45-65 psi
Fluid pressure 6-8 psi

*) measured with open trigger

**) measured at the air-cap. General advice to meet the HVLP / next generation
spray gun requirements. Please validate with your local authorities.

Number of Spray a single wet coat. Allow a 15 minute solvent flash and apply a second
Coats wet coat.

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Rijksstraatweg 31, 2171 AJ Sassenheim, The Netherlands - Phone (31) 71 308 2905
Mail: [email protected] / Online: aerospace.akzonobel.com
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High Solids Epoxy Topcoat

Cleaning of Use TR-19 or MEK.

Equipment

Note The quality of the application of all coatings will be influenced by the spray
equipment chosen and the temperature, humidity, and air flow of the paint
application area.

When applying the product for the first time, it is recommended that test panels be
prepared to identify the best equipment settings to be used in optimizing the
performance and appearance of the coating.

Physical Properties

Drying Times Dust Free 30 minutes

(25ºC / 77ºF, Tack Free 3 hours
55% RH) Dry Through 6 hours

Theoretical 250-400 ft2/gal based on 50% transfer efficiency.

Coverage 6-10 m2/l based on 50% transfer efficiency.

Dry Film Weight 3.5 lbs/gal (420 g/l) max. per US calculations.

Volatile Organic Maximum 420 g/l

Compounds Maximum 3.5 lbs/gal

Gloss (60º) 446-22 Series 90 gloss units minimum

456-23 Series 20-40 gloss units
466-23 Series 14 gloss units maximum

Color As Required.

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1 East Water Street, Waukegan, IL 60085, USA - Phone (847) 623 4200,
Rijksstraatweg 31, 2171 AJ Sassenheim, The Netherlands - Phone (31) 71 308 2905
Mail: [email protected] / Online: aerospace.akzonobel.com
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High Solids Epoxy Topcoat

Flash-point See MSDS for specific component flash-point.

Storage Store the product dry and at a temperature between 5 and 38ºC / 41 and 100ºF
per AkzoNobel Aerospace Coatings specification. Store in the original unopened
containers. Storage temperature and shelf life may vary per OEM specification
requirements. Refer to container label for specific storage life information.

Shelf life 12 months per AkzoNobel Aerospace Coatings commercial specification. Shelf life
5 - 38°C may vary due to OEM specification requirements. Refer to container label for
(41 - 100°F) specific shelf life information

Safety Precautions Comply with all local safety, disposal and transportation regulations. Check the
Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) and label of the individual products carefully
before using the products. The MSDS’s are available on request.

Issue date: January 2023 (supersedes December 2019) - FOR PROFESSIONAL USE ONLY

IMPORTANT NOTE The information in this data sheet is not intended to be exhaustive and is based on the present state of our knowledge and on current laws: any person

using the product for any purpose other than that specifically recommended in the technical data sheet without first obtaining written confirmation from us as to the suitability of

the product for the intended purpose does so at his own risk. It is always the responsibility of the user to take all necessary steps to fulfill the demands set out in the local rules

and legislation. Always read the Material Data Sheet and the Technical Data Sheet for this product if available. All advice we give or any sta tement made about the product by

us (whether in this data sheet or otherwise) is correct to the best of our knowledge but we have no control over the quality or the condition of the substrate or the many factors

affecting the use and application of the product. Therefore, unless we specifically agree in writing otherwise, we do not acc ept any liability whatsoever for the performance of the

product or for any loss or damage arising out of the use of the product. All products supplied and technical advice given is subject to our standard terms and conditions of sale.

You should request a copy of this document and review it carefully. The information contained in this data sheet is subject to modification from time to time in the light of

experience and our policy of continuous development. It is the user's responsibility to verify that this data sheet is current prior to using the product.

Brand names mentioned in this data sheet are trademarks of or are licensed to AkzoNobel .

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AkzoNobel Aerospace Coatings

1 East Water Street, Waukegan, IL 60085, USA - Phone (847) 623 4200,
Rijksstraatweg 31, 2171 AJ Sassenheim, The Netherlands - Phone (31) 71 308 2905
Mail: [email protected] / Online: aerospace.akzonobel.com