Hempel Hempadur 1555 E
Hempel Hempadur Primer 1555E is for use on steel structures and hot galvanised surfaces, as part of the Hempatex or Hempathane systems.

This product is part of the Network Rail Specification NR/L3/CIV/039
Hempel Hempadur Primer 1555E is a two component, polyamide adduct-cured epoxy paint containing zinc phosphate that dries to offer excellent flexibility along with abrasion and impact resistance. BBA Cert No. 08/H135-PS5. Highways Approved Item No.110
Best Uses
Hempel Hempadur Primer 1555E is best used as part of a coating system, in conjunction with Hempel Hempatex and Hempathane, for providing a high adhesion coating for the application of Hempatex and Hempathane topcoats and can be applied and cured, even at temperatures down to -10°C.
Application
Hempel Hempadur Primer 1555E can be spray applied for large theoretical coverage rates of 10 square metres per litre. For smaller, trickier areas, a brush or roller may be used.
Surface and Environment
Hempel Hempadur Primer 1555E has been designed for application to steel structures and can also be applied to hot galvanised surfaces as well as aluminium and stainless steel surfaces which are found in an industrial and construction environment.
Approvals
- This product is part of the Network Rail Specification NR/L3/CIV/039. Certificate number M20/181, M20/187, M21/034, M21/035, N2/034 and N2/036
- Highways Approved Item number HA Item 110
- BBA Cert No. 08/H135-PS5
Technical Info
- A general purpose primer for HEMPATEX HEMPADUR and HEMPATHANE systems
- May also be used as a primer for hot dipped galvanized surfaces, aluminium and stainless steel
| Components: | Two Part |
| Type: | Polyamide Adduct Cured Zinc Phosphate Epoxy Paint |
| Finish: | Flat |
| Stock Colours: | 22430 Beige |
| Tintable: | No |
| VOC Content: | 531.0g per Litre |
| Volume Solids: | 40% |
| Suitable Substrates: | For steel and metals prior to using Hempatex, Hempadur and Hempathane systems |
| Application Method: | Brush or Airless Spray |
| Theoretical Coverage: | 10 m2 per litre |
| Wet Film Thickness (WFT): | 100 microns |
| Dry Film Thickness (DFT): | 40 microns |
| Induction Time: | - |
| Pot Life: | 2 hours at 20°C |
| Touch Dry: | 3 hours at 20°C |
| Overcoatable: | Depending on Specification |
| Fully Cured: | 7 days at 20°C |
| Cleaner / Thinner: | Hempel Thinner 08450 (5%) |
| Shelf Life: | 6 months (25°C/77°F) from time of production. Depending on storage conditions, mechanical stirring may be necessary before usage. |
| Packaging: | Available in 5 Litres |