44GN072 is a water reducible, chemically cured, low density epoxy polyamide primer.
  • Corrosion inhibiting
  • Excellent adhesion
  • Chemical and solvent resistant
  • Resistant to immersion in hydraulic fluids, lubricating oils, phosphate ester based hydraulic fluids and distilled water
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Specifications

Primer Type

N/A Epoxy

Specifications

N/A 44GN072 primer is qualified to:
  • 5PTMRT03
  • BAMS 565-001 Grade B Category 2 Type 2
  • LMA-MR003 Class 1 Type I Grade A
  • MBO 125-0102
  • MIL-PRF-85582 Type I Class C2
  • MMS-423
  • RMS-176
Note: PPG Aerospace recommends you check the most recent specification QPLs for updated information.

Product Compatibility:

44GN072 primer is compatible with the following topcoat specifications:
  • DMS 2115
  • MIL-PRF-22750
  • MIL-PRF-64159
  • MIL-PRF-85285
  • MIL-PRF-53039
  • MMS-420

Surface Preparation and Pretreatments

N/A 44GN072 can be applied over clean, dry, intact aluminum surfaces pretreated in accordance with MIL-DTL-5541, MIL-A-8625, or equivalent.

Color

N/A Green

Components

Components

N/A Mix ratio (by Volume)
  • 44GN072 (base component) - 2 Parts
  • 44GN072CAT (catalyst component) - 1 Part
  • Reducer (Distilled or Deionized water) - 4.5 Parts water by volume (150%)
Also available in touch up kits.

Instructions for Use

Mixing Instructions

N/A 1-Step Mixing (mixed in base container):
Slowly add the entire catalyst component to the base component. Fill the can to the chime with distilled or deionized water. Secure the can lid and shake on paint shaker in an inverted position for 10 - 15 minutes. Do not shake longer than 15 minutes. Primer is now ready for use.

Touch-up kits available in 2TU and 4TU configuration:
Touch-up kit configuration consists of an inner cup, which contains the 44GN072CAT catalyst (or catalyst/acetone blend) located inside an outer cup (bottle) that contains the 44GN072 base component.

To mix, remove lid, pour contents of inner cup (catalyst or catalyst/acetone blend) into outer cup (base), add supplied water. Replace lid and shake well by hand, approximately 2 minutes. Material is now ready to apply.

Note: It is important to condition the paint for 24 hours prior to mixing by placing all materials in the shop or hangar, with ambient temperatures between 13º and 35ºC (55º to 95ºF). The minimum temperature of the paint components should be 13ºC (55ºF) prior to mixing.

Induction Time

N/A Not Required

Viscosity at 23 Degree Celsius (ºC) (73 Degree Fahrenheit (ºF)) Temperature (#2 EZ Zahn Cup)

N/A 18 to 22 seconds

Viscosity at 23 Degree Celsius (ºC) (73 Degree Fahrenheit (ºF)) Temperature (#4 Ford cup)

N/A 14 to 18 seconds

Note for Viscosity

N/A Viscosities quoted are the typical ranges obtained when using specified mix ratio.

Pot Life at 21 to 25 Degree Celsius (ºC) (70 to 77 Degree Fahrenheit (ºF)) Temperature

N/A 6 hour

Application Guidelines

Optimum Recommended Application Conditions - Temperature

N/A 15 to 30 ºC59 to 86 ºF

Optimum Recommended Application Conditions - Relative Humidity (RH)

N/A 20 to 70 %

Applications

N/A Ground the aircraft and the application equipment before priming. Stir the primer slowly during the application. The suggested film thickness is 15 to 22.5 microns (0.5 to 0.9 mils). This can be accomplished with one medium coat with a 50% overlap.

Touch-Up-Kit Application

N/A After mixing the touch up kit, use a brush, roller or Preval® Sprayer to apply.

These application guidelines represent PPG's best advice in standard conditions. Some parameters will be influenced by environmental conditions, equipment settings, and other variables.

Theoretical Coverage at 25 Microns (µm) Dry Film Thickness

N/A 9.72 m²/L

Theoretical Coverage at 1 Mil Dry Film Thickness

N/A 396 ft²/gal

Recommended Dry Film Thickness

N/A 15 to 22.5 c0.6 to 0.9 mil

Dry Film Density

N/A 1.41 g/cm³11.77 lb/gal

Dry Film Weight at 25 Microns (µm) Dry Film Thickness

N/A 35.78 g/m²

Dry Film Weight at 1 Mil Dry Film Thickness

N/A 0.00733 lb/ft²

Equipment

Equipment Type

N/A Conventional Air Spray Gun Electrostatic Air Assisted Airless Spray Gun Electrostatic Air Spray Gun High Volume Low Pressure Spray Gun (HVLP)

Note for Electrostatic Spray Equipment

N/A When spraying with electrostatic spray equipment, ensure that this is rated for use with water-borne coatings. Spraying water-borne coatings with regular electrostatic spray equipment can result in safety hazards.

Tip Size for Electrostatic Air Spray Gun

N/A 1.2 mm1.5 mm

Tip Size for Electrostatic Air Assisted Airless Spray Gun

N/A #611 #613 (Graco Nomenclature)

Tip Size for High Volume Low Pressure Spray Gun (HVLP)

N/A 1.0 to 1.4 mm

Tip Size for Conventional Air Spray Gun

N/A 1.2 to 1.8 mm

Pot Pressure for Electrostatic Air Spray Gun

N/A 10 to 20 psi0.69 to 1.4 bar

Pot Pressure for Electrostatic Air Assisted Airless Spray Gun

N/A 700 to 1200 psi48 to 82 bar

Pot Pressure for High Volume Low Pressure Spray Gun (HVLP)

N/A 10 to 20 psi0.69 to 1.4 bar

Pot Pressure for Conventional Air Spray Gun

N/A 10 to 20 psi0.69 to 1.4 bar

Atomization Pressure at the Cap for Electrostatic Air Spray Gun

N/A 45 to 60 psi3.1 to 4.1 bar

Atomization Pressure at the Cap for Electrostatic Air Assisted Airless Spray Gun

N/A 40 to 60 psi2.8 to 4.1 bar

Maximum Atomization Pressure at the Cap for High Volume Low Pressure Spray Gun (HVLP)

N/A 10 psi0.69 bar

Atomization Pressure at the Cap for Conventional Air Spray Gun

N/A 45 to 60 psi3.1 to 4.1 bar

Equipment Cleaning

N/A Water will clean approximately 95% of liquid primer remaining on equipment. Follow with IS-248 cleaning solvent for water reducible primer to remove any residual primer from equipment. Once material has cured, use an approved chemical paint removal system to strip primer from parts and equipment.

Note for Equipment

N/A 44GN072 primer is compatible with all current forms spray equipment.

Physical Properties

Gloss

N/A Not Applicable

Minimum Tack Free Dry Time at 21 to 27 Degree Celsius (ºC) (70 to 80 Degree Fahrenheit (ºF)) Temperature

N/A 1 hour

Maximum Dry Hard Time at 21 to 27 Degree Celsius (ºC) (70 to 80 Degree Fahrenheit (ºF)) Temperature

N/A 6 hour

Minimum to Maximum Overcoat Time Dry Time at 21 to 27 Degree Celsius (ºC) (70 to 80 Degree Fahrenheit (ºF)) Temperature

N/A 2 to 8 hour

Minimum Dry to Tape Time at 21 to 27 Degree Celsius (ºC) (70 to 80 Degree Fahrenheit (ºF)) Temperature

N/A 6 hour

Maximum Full Cure Dry Time at 21 to 27 Degree Celsius (ºC) (70 to 80 Degree Fahrenheit (ºF)) Temperature

N/A 14 days

Note for Dry Times

N/A Dry times above were established at room (ambient) temperatures, 70º ± 5ºF and 50% ± 10% relative humidity.

Forced Dry Schedule

N/A For dry to stack conditions only. Allow a minimum of 15 minutes flash off time at ambient temperatures prior to exposing painted parts to high temperatures. Complete testing should be done prior to use. Below are suggested starting points. Other variables may affect these cure schedules.

Flash Off Time at 49 Degree Celsius (ºC) (120 Degree Fahrenheit (ºF)) Temperature

N/A 45 minutes

Flash Off Time at 60 Degree Celsius (ºC) (140 Degree Fahrenheit (ºF)) Temperature

N/A 30 minutes

Flash Off Time at 71 Degree Celsius (ºC) (160 Degree Fahrenheit (ºF)) Temperature

N/A 20 minutes

Flash Off Time at 82 Degree Celsius (ºC) (180 Degree Fahrenheit (ºF)) Temperature

N/A 15 minutes

Note for Flash Off Time

N/A Ambient temperatures are defined as 70º ± 5ºF and 50% ± 10% relative humidity.
Volatile Organic Compounds (VOC) Volume1 N/A 134 g/L

Test Method for Volatile Organic Compounds (VOC)

N/A Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Method 24

Base Component Volume

N/A 334 g/L

Catalyst Component Volume

N/A 340 g/L

Flash Point Closed Cup Base Component Temperature

N/A 22 ºC72 ºF

Flash Point Closed Cup Catalyst Component Temperature

N/A 31 ºC87 ºF

Shelf Life

N/A Can kit: 12 months from date of manufacture.
Touch Up kit: 6 months from date of packaging.
Note: Shelf life is provided for original, unopened containers

Storage Recommendations

Storage Recommendations

N/A Inspect the condition of the container to ensure compliance. The material should be stored at temperatures between 5ºC to 35ºC (41ºF to 95ºF) to ensure shelf life.

Note: When procuring to a qualified material specification, follow those storage instructions.

Health Precautions

Health Precautions

N/A This product is safe to use and apply when recommended precautions are followed. Before using this product, read and understand the Safety Data Sheet (SDS), which provides information on health, physical and environmental hazards, handling precautions and first aid recommendations. An SDS is available on request. Avoid overexposure. Obtain medical care in case of extreme overexposure.

Note: For industrial use only. Keep away from children.

Note

Note

N/A The application and performance property values above are typical for the material, but not intended for use in specifications or for acceptance inspection criteria because of variations in testing methods, conditions and configurations.

All recommendations, statements, and technical data contained herein are based on tests we believe to be reliable and correct, but accuracy and completeness of said tests are not guaranteed and are not to be construed as a warranty, either expressed or implied. User shall rely on his own information and tests to determine suitability of the product for the intended use and assumes all risks and liability resulting from his use of the product. Seller's and manufacturer's sole responsibility shall be to replace that portion of the product of this manufacturer which proves to be defective. Neither seller nor manufacturer shall be liable to the buyer or any third person for any injury, loss, or damage directly or indirectly resulting from use of, or inability to use, the product. Recommendations or statements other than those contained in a written agreement signed by an officer of the manufacturer shall not be binding upon the manufacturer or seller.
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