“Zinc” about it!

07/2005
The superior performance of zinc-rich coatings stems from the metallic
nature of zinc. These coatings are superior on account of the galvanic
protection they provide. In principle, steel treated with a zinc-rich
coating works like a galvanic cell, where the steel and the zinc become
the electrodes.

Zinc is less noble than steel and therefore acts as an anode, corroding
in place of the steel, and providing galvanic protection in the process.
Zinc also reacts with the oxygen, carbon dioxide and moisture in the
atmosphere to form zinc corrosion products, often referred to as zinc
salt or white rust. This makes the coating practically impermeable Panel with scribe 3 mm Panel after 25 weeks of exposure
(damage) after 25 weeks with paint system removed
and provides an excellent barrier protection. This is also the reason of exposure, rust visible showing an excellent result with
that zinc coatings are normally always overcoated with an epoxy/ in scribe. less than 3 mm rust creep.
polyurethane system in order to protect the zinc.

The galvanic protection process also takes effect if the coating is designed to protect steel structures in very aggressive environments.
damaged. In case of minor damage, the coating will repair the spot. If A series of tests has documented impressive results.
there is an extensive area of damage, the zinc will prevent rust creep
underneath the surrounding paint film that remains intact. NORSOK M-501 approved
The performance provided by HEMPADUR ZINC 17360 and 17380
Optimised formula to match every need is documented by certification in accordance with NORSOK M-501,
The zinc content in the individual HEMPADUR ZINC products is optimised revision 4, for system number 1.
to meet particular demands within the heavy-duty construction HEMPADUR ZINC series 17340, 17360 and 17380
industry. The zinc content of HEMPADUR ZINC 17340, HEMPADUR NORSOK test
ZINC 17360 and HEMPADUR ZINC 17380 therefore varies. The cyclic 7-day NORSOK test is repeated for 25 weeks Organic zinc epoxy protection
• 72 hours UV (60°C/140°F) + condensation (50°C/122°F)
HEMPADUR ZINC 17340 is recommended for steel structures exposed • 72 hours salt fog spray
to milder conditions, while HEMPADUR ZINC 17360 and 17380 are • 24 hours at low temperature (-20°C/-4°F).

General features and benefits of HEMPADUR ZINC range Specific product features and benefits of HEMPADUR ZINC 17360

Features Benefits Features Benefits

Zinc-rich content
Low VOC
Fast drying
Easy to apply compared with
inorganic zinc primers
Can be applied at low temperatures
and can cure down to -10°C/15°F
Excellent adhesion to substrate
Produces hard yet flexible film
Excellent corrosion protection Very fast drying Ideal for online production facilities
Conforms with regulatory demands Approved as primer according to Documented performance in severely corrosive
NORSOK M-501, rev. 4, system no. 1 environments, offshore and onshore
High productivity
Meets requirements for a zinc-rich Conforms with recognised standards
Uniform painting operations
primer according to ISO 12944-5
and SSPC paint specification
Wide temperature application window. Same no. 20, level 2.
product can be used in different climates all
year round
Resistant to impact
Resistant to abrasion

Specific product features and benefits of HEMPADUR ZINC 17340 Specific product features and benefits of HEMPADUR ZINC 17380 The Hempel Group Head Office

Features Benefits Features Benefits Hempel A/S

More surface-tolerant than other
zinc epoxy coatings
Greater cohesive strength than
other zinc epoxy coatings
Meets requirements for a zinc-rich
primer according to SSPC paint
specification no. 20, level 3
Lundtoftevej 150
Easy application Customised to meet the stringent Provides long-term protection of offshore steel DK-2800 Kgs. Lyngby
requirements of the offshore sector structures Denmark
High impact resistance Approved as primer according to Documented performance in severely corrosive
NORSOK M-501, rev. 4, system no. 1 environments, offshore and onshore Phone: +45 45 93 38 00
Fax: +45 45 88 55 18
Conforms with recognised standards Meets requirements for a zinc-rich Conforms with recognised standards
E-mail: protective@dk.hempel.com
primer according to SSPC paint
E-mail: marine@dk.hempel.com
specification no. 20, level 1
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Volume solids (%)

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HEMPADUR ZINC 17340 being applied 4

to a wind turbine tower after abrasive 2

blasting. An epoxy/polyurethane system

is then applied to ensure maximum
durability and minimum maintenance. HEMPADUR ZINC 17380
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Typical uses and recommended specifications

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Why Zinc?
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Industrial environment Industrial environment

Corrosion is an electrochemical driven process of energy exchange. Zinc is applied C3–C4 according to ISO 12944-5. C5-M according to ISO 12944-5.
to protect the steel as the anode. Zinc is only effective within the medium pH range Typical structures Typical structures

Zinc Interlocked with steel = No Corrosion

of 5.5 - 9.5, outside this environment zinc will be broken down by the acidic or
alkaline constituents.
• Inland wind turbine towers
• Factories, bridges, stadiums, etc.
• Offshore oil and gas rigs and platforms
• Offshore wind turbines
• Bridges exposed to severely corrosive environments.
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