# EPOXY M.I.O PRIMER
RAINBOW PAINTS
## Product Code
No.1050 (EP-20)
## Type
Two-component intermediate anti-corrosion coating formulated with epoxy resin, hardener, flaky micaceous iron oxide and aluminum pigments.
## Application
Anti-corrosion intermediate coat for steel structures such as bridges, water channels, factory equipment and external storage tanks.
## Properties
1. Tough film with strong adhesion
2. Excellent water and seawater resistance
3. Outstanding oil resistance
4. Powerful anti-rust performance
5. Superior abrasion resistance
6. Good UV penetration resistance
## Specification Data
- Gloss: Flat
- Color: Silver Gray, Red Brown
- Hiding Power: ≥10 m²/L (mixed paint)
- Specific Gravity: ≥1.4 kg/L (mixed paint)
- Viscosity: 70~90 KU (25°C)
- Drying Time
- Tack-free: Within 1.5 hours (25°C)
- Hard dry: Within 6 hours
- Full cure: 7 days (25°C)
- Film Thickness: Wet film 210 μm, Dry film 100 μm
- Theoretical Coverage: 4.7 m²/L, 3.3 m²/kg (based on 100μm dry film)
- Recoating Interval: Minimum 16 hours
- Volume Solids: 47.0%
- Pot Life: 8 hours at 25°C
- Thinner: No.1005 Thinner SP-12
- Thinner Dosage: 5~10%
## Compatible Primers
Full range of Rainbow primers, No.1011 Inorganic Zinc Primer
## Compatible Topcoats
Rainbow standard topcoat, polyurethane topcoat, chlorinated rubber finish, ULI topcoat
## Storage Stability: Minimum 3 years under normal storage
## Application Methods
Brush Coating, Air Spray, Airless Spray, Roller Coating
## Construction Precautions ⚠️
1. Mix base and hardener evenly per specified ratio, let stand 10~20 minutes for reaction before use.
2. Fully remove moisture, grease, sludge, rust and corrosive salts from substrate surfaces.
3. Avoid construction when temperature below 10°C or relative humidity exceeds 85%RH. Fully dry damp surfaces before coating.
4. Clean all coating equipment immediately after use.
5. Ensure adequate ventilation during tank interior construction.
## Note
All datasheet data are laboratory test results for construction reference only. Actual performance varies by service environment, and does not constitute legal warranty of the manufacturer. Contact Rainbow technical department for inquiries.