Interzinc® 22

Inorganic Zinc Rich Silicate

PRODUCT Part of the Interzinc 22 Series of products.
DESCRIPTION
A two component, rapid recoat, fast curing solvent based inorganic zinc rich ethyl silicate primer.
Conforms to SSPC Paint 20 Level 1.

Available in ASTM D520, Type II zinc dust version as standard.

INTENDED USES A zinc rich primer suitable for use with a wide range of high performance systems and topcoats in
both maintenance and new construction of bridges, tanks, pipework, offshore structures and
structural steelwork. Interzinc 22 can also be used as tank coating suitable for the carriage of
different chemical cargoes (e.g. styrene) according to International Paint’s chemical resistance
guide.

Provides excellent corrosion protection for correctly prepared steel substrates, up to temperatures
of 540°C (1004°F) when suitably topcoated.

Fast curing primer capable of application in a wide range of climatic conditions.

PRACTICAL Colour Green Grey

INFORMATION FOR
INTERZINC 22 Gloss Level Matt
Volume Solids 63%
Typical Thickness 50-75 microns (2-3 mils) dry equivalent to
79-119 microns (3.2-4.8 mils) wet
Theoretical Coverage 8.40 m²/litre at 75 microns d.f.t and stated volume solids
337 sq.ft/US gallon at 3 mils d.f.t and stated volume solids
Practical Coverage Allow appropriate loss factors
Method of Application Airless Spray, Air Spray
Drying Time
Overcoating Interval with
recommended topcoats
Temperature Touch Dry Hard Dry Minimum Maximum

5°C (41°F) 30 minutes 3 hours 18 hours Extended¹

15°C (59°F) 20 minutes 90 minutes 9 hours Extended¹
25°C (77°F) 10 minutes 1 hour 4.5 hours Extended¹
40°C (104°F) 5 minutes 30 minutes 1.5 hours Extended¹
¹ See International Protective Coatings Definitions and Abbreviations
The drying times quoted have been determined at the quoted temperature and 55% relative
humidity. The 5°C (41°F) time was determined at 60% relative humidity. Prior to overcoating, verify
a value of 4 via ASTM D4752 MEK rub test. See Product Characteristics section for more details on
overcoating.

REGULATORY DATA Flash Point (Typical) Part A 19°C (66°F); Mixed 19°C (66°F)
Product Weight 2.44 kg/l (20.4 lb/gal)
VOC 3.92 lb/gal (470 g/lt) EPA Method 24
216 g/kg EU Solvent Emissions Directive
(Council Directive 2010/75/EU)

See Product Characteristics section for further details

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SURFACE All surfaces to be coated should be clean, dry and free from contamination. Prior to paint application all surfaces
PREPARATION should be assessed and treated in accordance with ISO 8504:2000. Oil or grease should be removed in
accordance with SSPC-SP1 solvent cleaning.

Abrasive Blast Cleaning

Abrasive blast clean to Sa2½ (ISO 8501-1:2007) or SSPC-SP6 (or SSPC-SP10 for optimum performance). If
oxidation has occurred between blasting and application of Interzinc 22, the surface should be reblasted to the
specified visual standard.

Surface defects revealed by the blast cleaning process should be ground, filled, or treated in the appropriate
manner.

A surface profile of 40-75 microns (1.5-3.0 mils) is recommended.

Shop Primed Steelwork

Interzinc 22 is suitable for application to unweathered steelwork freshly coated with zinc silicate shop primers.

If the zinc shop primer shows extensive or widely scattered breakdown, or excessive zinc corrosion products,
overall sweep blasting will be necessary. Other types of shop primer are not suitable for overcoating and will
require complete removal by abrasive blast cleaning.

Weld seams and damaged areas should be blast cleaned to Sa2½ (ISO 8501-1:2007) or SSPC-SP6.

Damaged / Repair Areas

All damaged areas should ideally be blast cleaned to Sa2½ (ISO 8501-1:2007) or SSPC-SP6. However, it is
acceptable that small areas can be power tool cleaned to Pt3 (JSRA SPSS:1984) or SSPC-SP11, provided the
area is not polished. Repair of the damaged area can then be carried out using a recommended zinc epoxy
primer - consult International Protective Coatings for specific advice.

APPLICATION Mixing Interzinc 22 is supplied in two parts, a liquid Binder base component QHA285 (Part
A) and a Powder component (Part B). The Powder (Part B) should be slowly added
to the liquid Binder (Part A) whilst stirring with a mechanical agitator. DO NOT ADD
LIQUID TO POWDER. Material should be filtered prior to application and should be
constantly agitated in the pot during spraying. Once the unit has been mixed it
should be used within the working pot life specified.
Mix Ratio 3.1 part(s) : 1 part(s) by volume
Mix ratio is given for advice; always mix the product in the proportions supplied.

Working Pot Life 5°C (41°F) 15°C (59°F) 25°C (77°F) 40°C (104°F)
12 hours 8 hours 4 hours 2 hours

Airless Spray Recommended Tip Range 0.38-0.53 mm (15-21 thou)

Total output fluid pressure at spray tip not less than 112
kg/cm² (1593 p.s.i.)

Air Spray Recommended Typical pump Graco X-Treme 40:1 or similar

(Pressure Pot) Gun DeVilbiss MBC-510 or
JGA-510 (Binks 2100)
Air Cap 704 or 765 (Binks 66SD or 68PB)
Fluid Tip E (1.8mm) or D (2.2mm) or
Binks 66,67

Brush Suitable - small areas only Typically 25-50 microns (1.0-2.0 mils) can be achieved
Roller Not recommended
Thinner International GTA803, As regionally available. Do not thin more than allowed
International GTA415 or by local environmental legislation
International GTA138
Cleaner International GTA803, As regionally available.
International GTA138 or
International GTA415
Work Stoppages Do not allow material to remain in hoses, guns or spray equipment. Thoroughly flush
all equipment with International GTA803/International GTA415 /International
GTA138. Once units of paint have been mixed they should not be resealed and it is
advised that after prolonged stoppages work recommences with freshly mixed units.

Clean Up Clean all equipment immediately after use with International GTA803/International
GTA415/International GTA138. It is good working practice to periodically flush out
spray equipment during the course of the working day. Frequency of cleaning will
depend upon amount sprayed, temperature and elapsed time, including any delays.

All surplus materials and empty containers should be disposed of in accordance with
appropriate regional regulations/legislation.

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PRODUCT Prior to overcoating, Interzinc 22 must be clean, dry and free from both soluble salts and excessive zinc
CHARACTERISTICS corrosion products.
Surface temperature must always be a minimum of 3°C (5°F) above dew point.
When applying Interzinc 22 in confined spaces ensure adequate ventilation.
The minimum overcoating interval is dependent upon the relative humidity during cure.
If thinning is required to assist spray application in warmer climates, (typically >28°C (82°F)), it is
recommended that International GTA803 thinners are used
It is recommended that prior to overcoating a solvent rub test to ASTM D4752 should be undertaken. A
value of 4 indicates a satisfactory degree of cure for overcoating purposes.
At relative humidities below 55%, curing will be retarded. Humidity may be increased by the use of steam
or water spraying. However, cure at relative humidities below 55% is more effectively achieved by
incorporating the Low Humidity Cure Accelerator*; some example overcoating times at 15ºC (59ºF) are
detailed below;
Relative Humidity (%) 20 30 40
Minimum Overcoating Interval 24 hours 10 hours 10 hours
The Interzinc 22 Application Guidelines contain further information on expected cure times at lower
relative humidities.
Excessive film thickness and/or over-application of Interzinc 22 can lead to mudcracking, which will
require complete removal of the affected areas by abrasive blasting and re-application in accordance with
the original specification.
Care should be exercised to avoid application of dry film thickness in excess of 125 microns (5 mils).
For high temperature systems the thickness of Interzinc 22 should be restricted to 50 microns (2 mils)
d.f.t. Continuous dry temperature resistance of Interzinc 22 is 400°C (752°F) if left untopcoated, however,
if this product is used as a primer for Intertherm 50, the dry temperature resistance will be 540°C (1004°
F).
Untopcoated Interzinc 22 is not suitable for exposure in acid or alkaline conditions or continuous water
immersion.
This product has the following specification approvals:
• AISC Specification 348-04 Research Council for Structural Connections Class B Coating
• UNE 48293 (Spain)

Note: VOC values are typical and are provided for guidance purpose only. These may be subject to
variation depending on factors such as differences in colour and normal manufacturing tolerances.

Low molecular weight reactive additives, which will form part of the film during normal ambient cure
conditions, will also affect VOC values determined using EPA Method 24.

*Only available in Europe, China, Middle East, Africa and Russia.

SYSTEMS When it is necessary for Interzinc 22 to be overcoated by itself due to low dry film thickness, the coating
D COMPATIBILITY surface must be fresh and unweathered. A minimum of 50 microns (2 mils) d.f.t of any subsequent coat of
et Interzinc 22 is needed to ensure good film formation.
ail Before overcoating with recommended topcoats ensure the Interzinc 22 is fully cured (see above) and if
T weathering has occurred all zinc salts should be removed from the surface by fresh water washing, and if
o necessary scrubbing with bristle brushes.
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Typical topcoats and intermediates are:
Intercure 200 Intergard 475HS
Intercure 420 Intertherm 50
Intergard 251 Interseal 670HS
Intergard 269 Intertherm 715
Intergard 345
In some cases it may be necessary to apply a mist coat of suitable viscosity to minimise bubbling. This
will depend upon the age of the Interzinc 22, surface roughness and ambient conditions during curing
and application. Alternatively, an epoxy sealer coat, such as Intergard 269, can be used to reduce
bubbling problems.
For other suitable topcoats/intermediates, consult International Protective Coatings.

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Inorganic Zinc Rich Silicate

ADDITIONAL Further information regarding industry standards, terms and abbreviations used in this data sheet
INFORMATION can be found in the following documents available at www.international-pc.com:

• Definitions & Abbreviations

• Surface Preparation

• Paint Application

• Theoretical & Practical Coverage

• Interzinc 22 Application Guidelines

Individual copies of these information sections are available upon request.

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SAFETY This product is intended for use only by professional applicators in industrial situations in
PRECAUTIONS accordance with the advice given on this sheet, the Safety Data Sheet and the container(s), and
should not be used without reference to the Safety Data Sheet (SDS).

All work involving the application and use of this product should be performed in compliance with all
relevant national, Health, Safety & Environmental standards and regulations.

In the event welding or flame cutting is performed on metal coated with this product, dust and
fumes will be emitted which will require the use of appropriate personal protective equipment and
adequate local exhaust ventilation.

If in doubt regarding the suitability of use of this product, consult International Protective Coatings
for further advice.

PACK SIZE Unit Size Part A Part B Rect

Vol Pack Vol Pack Bottom
13.78 litre 10.42 litre 15 litre 3.36 litre 20 litre
5 US gal 3.78 US gal 5 US gal 1.22 US gal 5 US gal

For availability of other pack sizes, contact International Protective Coatings.

SHIPPING WEIGHT Unit Size Part A Part B

(TYPICAL)
13.78 litre 11.6 kg 25.8 kg
5 US gal 34.4 lb 72.4 lb

STORAGE Shelf Life 12 months minimum at 25°C (77°F).

Subject to re-inspection thereafter. Store in dry, shaded
conditions away from sources of heat and ignition.
Important Note
The information in this data sheet is not intended to be exhaustive; any person using the product for any purpose other than that specifically recommended in this data sheet without first
obtaining written confirmation from us as to the suitability of the product for the intended purpose does so at their own risk. All advice given or statements made about the product
(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 to do so, we do not accept any liability at all for the performance of the product or for (subject to the
maximum extent permitted by law) any loss or damage arising out of the use of the product. We hereby disclaim any warranties or representations, express or implied, by operation of
law or otherwise, including, without limitation, any implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. All products supplied and technical advice given are subject to
our Conditions of Sale. You should request a copy of this document and review it carefully. The information contained in this data sheet is liable to modification from time to time in the
light of experience and our policy of continuous development. It is the user's responsibility to check with their local representative that this data sheet is current prior to using the product.

This Technical Data Sheet is available on our website at www.international-marine.com or www.international-pc.com, and should be the same as this document. Should there be any
discrepancies between this document and the version of the Technical Data Sheet that appears on the website, then the version on the website will take precedence.

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