TECHNICAL DATA SHEET

NIPPON EA4 FINISH Updated Dec’21

NIPPON EA4 FINISH is a two-pack amine-adduct cured epoxy finish for use on steel and cement surfaces where chemical, oil
and abrasion resistant coating are required. It is recommended for non-immersion services. If it is to be applied over steel,
it has to be used in combination with the appropriate primers as recommended below. If it is to be applied over concrete
the surface should be acid-treated prior to application. NIPPON EA4 FINISH is also available in non-skid quality.

Product Features:
• Good resistance to abrasion and mechanical damage
• Excellent on correctly prepared and primed surfaces
• Dry service temperature up to 100C

Paint Type Product Type Finishing Recommended Pack Size

Substrate
Solvent based Interior High Gloss Properly primed 5 L (4L Base and 1L Hardener)
Variety of colours steel, masonry and 20 L (16L Base and 4L Hardener)
tile
Composition
Pigment : Organic and inorganic pigments
Binder : Epoxy and amine adduct
Thinner : Combination of aromatic, ketone and alcohol

Technical Data
Drying Time (25-30°C) : Touch Dry : 2 - 3 hours (Dependent on temperature and humidity)
: Hard Dry : 16 hours (Dependent on temperature and humidity)
Overcoating Time (25-30°C) : Minimum 16 hours (Dependent on temperature and humidity)
Curing Time (25-30°C) : 7 days (Dependent on temperature and humidity).
Typical Thickness : 50 - 80 m dry film per coat
100 - 160 m wet film per coat
No. of Coats : 1 - 3 coats
Theoretical Coverage : 10.2 m2 per litre per coat (for dry film thickness of 50 microns)
: 6.4 m2 per litre per coat (for dry film thickness of 80 microns)
Practical Coverage : 6.1 m2/litre (for dry film thickness of 50 microns)
(40% Loss Factor, as a 3.8 m2/litre (for dry film thickness of 80 microns)
guideline)
Volume Solid : 51 ± 3% by volume
Specific Gravity : 1.00 – 1.30 (for mixture of base and hardener)
Mixing Ratio : 4 parts by volume of Base to 1 part by volume of Hardener.
(Stir the content of the Base component, continue stirring and gradually add the total
contents of the Hardener component, continue stirring until a homogeneous mix is
obtained.)
Pot Life (25-30°C) : 6 - 8 hours after mixing
Shelf Life : Up to 24 months in tight sealed container
(Subjected to reinspection after exceeding shelf life period)

Application Method
Brush, roller, compressed air spray and airless spray. Preferably use airless spray if a thicker
coat is required in one application. Brush, roller and compressed air spray generally lead to
lower film thickness, so more applications may be required to obtain the recommended
thickness per coat.
When airless spray is being used, excessive high tip spraying pressure should be avoided. The
minimum pressure at the pump conducive with good atomisation should be used. Brush and
roller are recommended for small areas and touch-up only. Good quality brushes and

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mohair/ short nap rollers should be used with full strokes. Avoid rebrushing. Additional coats
may be required to achieve minimum specified film thickness.

For thinning, substitute thinners other than those approved or supplied by Nippon Paint
may adversely affect the product performance and void product warranty whether
expressed or implied.

Drying time will become remarkably delayed under low temperature. Overcoating the
previous
coat of Nippon EA-4 Finish should be done within 6 ~ 7 days but preferably as soon as
possible after it has been allowed 16 hours drying or else, it is desirable to roughen it by dry
sanding with sandpaper before it is overcoated. This is to ensure proper intercoat adhesion.
Exposure of the paint film to water, chemical and abrasion should be avoided as far as
possible before full cure of the coating. When chalking occurs, chalks should be removed by
water washing. Allow the surface to dry thoroughly prior to overcoating.

For Nippon EA-4 Finish and Nippon EA9 Finish as a primer on concrete/cement floor, the
recommended dilution of 5 – 10% with a suitable thinner by volume for improved adhesion.
Dilution of 100% with appropriate thinner shall only be recommended for penetration into
concrete/cement floor purposes.

Thinner : SA-65 Thinner

Brush / Roller : If necessary, add up to 5% thinner by volume.
Compressed Air Spray : If necessary, add about 10% to 15% thinner by volume
Airless Spray : Delivery pressure : 140 -170 kg/cm2
: Tip size : 0.015” – 0.017”
: Spray angle : 60° -70°
: Dilution : Up to 5% thinner by volume

Recommended Coating System

Concrete / Cement Floor
Primer : Nippon Penetrative Epoxy Primer/ Nippon EA-4 : 1 Coat
Finish*/ Nippon EA9 Finish*
Top Coat : Nippon EA4 Finish : 2 Coats
*Refer to Application Method for dilution conditions

Steel
Primer : Nippon EA9 Red Oxide Primer : 1 Coat
Top Coat : Nippon EA4 Finish : 2 Coats

Tiles / Ceramic Surfaces

Primer : Nippon Tiles Primer / Nippon EA9 HB : 1 Coat
Top Coat : Nippon EA4 Finish : 2 Coats

Surface Preparation
STEEL
Avoid painting when the environment relative humidity exceeds 85%, or when the surface to be painted is less than 3°C
above the dew point. For maximum performance, this product should be applied to a metal surface that has been blast
cleaned to Sa21/2 or SSPC – SP 10 and suitably primed. This coating is usually applied over a suitable primer, undercoat or
build-up coat. This underlying system should be sound and undamaged. The surface to be overcoated must be dry and free
from surface contaminants. All wax, oil and grease should be removed by solvent cleaning in accordance with the guidelines
complying to SSPC – SP 1. Soluble salts, dirt and dust must be removed prior to applying the coating. Dry brushing should
be sufficient. A freshwater wash must follow to remove all soluble salts. Always ensure maximum overcoating time for the
primer/build coat has not been exceeded prior to application.

CONCRETE

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Surfaces should be clean, dry and free from oil, grease and contaminants before painting. For previously painted surfaces,
remove all unstable paint film, loose chalk, dust and foreign matter. Repair any surface defects, clean off and dry. Avoid
painting on the substrate with high moisture content.

For New Concrete Floor

• The standard cure time for most fresh concrete or masonry applications is generally considered to be 28 days at
23oC and relative humidity 50%. It should be allowed to cure until moisture content is below 8% and pH value below
9.
• Repair and seal cracks or holes. Loose concrete and residues on the concrete surface to be painted should be
removed as completely as possible.
• Etch the surface with 5% hydrochloric acid solution for 3 to 5 minutes and flush off thoroughly to remove acid
residue and salt deposits that may have formed after etching. The purposes of acid etching are to neutralize the
surface and to remove any glaze or contaminant. However, acid etching will not remove oil or grease. Therefore,
the concrete should be scrubbed clean with detergent/soap prior to acid etching. The surface must be rinsed
immediately after acid etching is performed to avoid formation of salts on the surface, which are difficult to remove.
• The surface should be cleaned and must be allowed to dry thoroughly prior to painting.

For Old or Repainting Concrete Floor

• Water jet to get rid of oil/grease deposits, mold & any growth, other contaminants etc. Apply degreasing agent and
flush clean. Spot clean with solvent for areas are still contaminated. If water jetting is not possible, then mechanical
removal of these deposits must be done.
• Prior to mechanical surface preparation, it is important that concrete and masonry are free of contaminants.
• For repainting, in order to enhance the performance of the new painting systems, it is necessary for complete
removal of existing old paint film on floor surface layer via mechanical grinding. Grinding is suggested to be done
wet to minimise dust problem. The floor must be cleaned of dirt/dust contaminants after grinding.
• The surface should be cleaned and must be allowed to dry thoroughly prior to painting.

References:
1) ASTM D4258 – Standard Practice for Surface Cleaning Concrete for Coating
2) ASTM D4259 – Standard Practice for Abrading Concrete
3) ASTM D4260 – Standard Practice for Acid Etching Concrete
4) NACE No. 6 / SSPC (Society of Protective Coating) SP-13 – Surface Preparation of Concrete
5) ICRI (International Concrete Repair Institute) Technical Guideline No. 03732 – Standard of Concrete Surface Profile
/ Roughness

Cleaning
Cleaning Solvent : SA-65 Thinner. Clean up equipment with thinner immediately after use.

Environmental Conditions During Application

• Do not apply when the relative humidity exceeds 85% or when the surface to be coated is less than 3C above the dew
point.
• Do not apply at temperature below 7℃. If not, drying and overcoating times will be considerably extended.
• During application of the paint, naked flame, welding operations and smoking should not be allowed and good
ventilation is necessary.

Safety Precautions

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• Keep container tightly closed and keep out of reach children or away from food and drink.
• Ensure good ventilation during application and drying.
• When applying paint, it is advisable to wear eye protection.
• In case of contact with eye, rinse with plenty of water immediately and seek medical advice.
• Remove splashes from skin by using soap or water.
• Paint must always be stored in a cool place.
• When transporting paint, care must be taken. Always keep container in a secure upright position.
• Dispose any paint waste in accordance with the appropriate Environment Quality Regulations.

Note
* Theoretical Coverage is based on a mathematical formula and does not consider Loss Factor.

𝑉𝑜𝑙𝑢𝑚𝑒 𝑆𝑜𝑙𝑖𝑑 % 𝑥 10
[ ] = m2/lit/coat
𝐷𝑟𝑦 𝐹𝑖𝑙𝑚 𝑇ℎ𝑖𝑐𝑘𝑛𝑒𝑠𝑠 ()

This theoretical coverage rate has been calculated from the volume solids of the material and is related to the amount of
coating applied onto a perfectly smooth surface without wastage. For a practical coverage rate, due allowance should be
made for atmospheric conditions, surface roughness, geometry of the article being coated, the skill of applicator, method
of application etc. when estimating quantities required for a particular job.

The above information is given to the best of our knowledge based on laboratory tests and practical experience.
However, since we cannot anticipate or control the many conditions under which our products may be used, we can only
guarantee the quality of the product itself.
We reserve the right to alter the given without prior notice.

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