Jotun Hardtop XP Paint

Product Description

This is a 2-component chemically cured aliphatic acrylic polyurethane paint. This product has a glossy finish with very good ball handling ability. This product is a high solids volume percentage paint. The product is easy to apply and causes little dry paint dust. Use as topcoat in atmospheric environments. 

Purpose of using 

Marine: Recommended for use on freeboards, decks and superstructures. 
Industrial: Recommended for marine environments, oil refineries, power plants, bridges and high-rise buildings. Suitable for many types of industrial structures. Used as a finishing coat in NORSOK certified paint systems.

- Other variations in the same product line:  Hardtop XP Alu Hardtop XPL Hardtop XPF (Cold climate type).

- Color:  according to color chart and automatic industrial paint mixing system (MCI) 

Specifications

The above values ​​are typical values ​​for factory-produced products, it may vary depending on the color. All parameters apply to mixed paint.

Film thickness of each coat 

Dry thickness: 50 – 100 μm.

Wet thickness: 80 – 160 μm.

Theoretical coverage: 12.6 – 6.3 m2/l.

Light colors may need to be applied at maximum thickness to achieve coverage. 

Special effect colors may not comply with the specified paint thickness range. Please refer to the Construction Instructions (AG) for further information or contact your nearest Jotun office for instructions. 

Instructions for using

Surface Preparation 

To ensure long lasting adhesion of the next coat, the surface must be clean, dry and free from other contaminants. 

Painted surface: compatible paint coat clean, dry and undamaged (ISO 12944-4, 6.1.4) 

Construction

Construction method 

Jotun Hardtop XP industrial paint products can be applied by 

• Spray: Use a conventional paint sprayer or a high pressure paint sprayer (airless). 

• Brush: Recommended for small area and edge patching work. Take care to achieve specified dry film thickness. 

• Roller: May be used. Care should be taken to achieve the specified dry film thickness. 

- Mixing ratio (by volume) 

• Hardtop XP Comp A: 10 parts.

• Hardtop XP Comp B: 1 part.

- Diluting/cleaning solvent 

Thinner: Jotun Thinner No. 10 / Jotun Thinner No. 26 Jotun Thinner No. 26 is supplied and used in the USA due to regulations. 

- Instruction data for paint sprayers 

• Nozzle size (inch/1000): 13-19.

• Pressure at spray gun tip (min): 150 bar/2100 psi.

- Instruction data for conventional paint sprayers 

• Nozzle size: 11-19 (HVLP) / 1.1-1.9 mm (pressure tank).

• Pressure at spray gun tip (min): 2.1 bar/30 psi (HVLP) / 2.1 bar/30 psi (pressure tank).

- Drying and curing time

• Drying and curing times are determined under controlled temperature conditions and relative humidity below 85% and at the average dry film thickness of the product. 

• Surface dry: the dry stage where when lightly pressed on the paint film, it will not leave fingerprints or feel sticky. 

• Dry to Foot: The minimum time before the paint film can withstand being walked on without leaving marks or damage. 

• Dry to overcoat, minimum: the shortest recommended time before the next coat can be applied. 

• Dry/curing for use: minimum time before the paint film can be fully exposed to the use environment/medium.

- Reaction time and pot life after mixing

- Heat resistant 

Maximum heat resistance time to peak 1 hour. 

The temperatures listed above relate to protection only. The aesthetic performance of the paint film will be affected at this temperature. 

Product Compatibility 

Depending on the actual environment in which the paint system endures, many different types of primers and topcoats can be used in combination with this product. Please contact Jotun for further details. 

Previous coat: epoxy, zinc epoxy, epoxy mastic, polyurethane 

Pack 

The volume stated above is the volume when produced at the factory. Please note that packaging size and actual volume may vary due to local regulations. 

Hardtop XP Comp A: 5/20 L

Hardtop XP Comp B: 1/3 L

Some other notes about Jotun Hardtop XP industrial paint

Storage 

This Jotun industrial paint product must be stored in accordance with the safety regulations of each country. Store the product in a dry, cool place, combined with good ventilation, away from heat sources and fire-generating equipment. The product container must be tightly closed. Transport carefully. 

- Storage time at 23 degrees Celsius 

Hardtop XP Comp A: 48 months

Hardtop XP Comp B: 48 months

Attention 

This Jotun Hardtop XP industrial paint product should only be applied by a professional contractor. Painting contractors must be trained, experienced, capable and equipped to apply this type of paint correctly and in accordance with Jotun's technical procedures. Painting contractors must wear appropriate personal protective equipment when using this product. This guide is based on current knowledge of the product. Any changes to suit site conditions must be approved by a Jotun Representative before proceeding. 

- Health and Safety 

Please follow the precautions stated on the  Jotun industrial paint container label . Use in well-ventilated areas. Do not breathe paint dust. Avoid direct contact with skin. In case of contact with skin, wash immediately with detergent, soap and water. Rinse eyes with water and seek medical attention immediately. 

- Color variation 

When this industrial paint product is used as an anti-rust or anti-fouling layer, the paint film may change slightly in color with each production batch. These products may discolor and become chalky when exposed to sunlight and outdoor weather. 

- Exemptions 

The information contained in this document is given to the best of Jotun's knowledge, based on tests and practical experience. Jotun products are considered semi-finished products until they are properly applied to the structural surface to be protected. However, in practice, the product may be used in conditions beyond Jotun's control. So Jotun can only guarantee the inherent quality of the product. Products may be subject to minor changes to suit local country requirements. Jotun reserves the right to change the given parameters without notice.

Certificates and Approvals

Pre-qualified in accordance with NORSOK M-501 in selected systems.
Tested in accordance to LEED®.
Tested in accordance to BREEAM®.
Meets the requirements of FDA Title 21, Part 175.300 - dry food.