Polyurethane Primer Coating

EC-UP

EC-UP is a two-component, 95% solids, VOC compliant, polyurea hybrid that was developed as a primer/basecoat for a variety of coating systems.  It provides outstanding adhesion on a large number of substrates and performs well in a wide range of temperature conditions. This system has been approved by the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA).

$330.903 Gallon Kit

Documents

Technical Data Sheet (PDF)

Primary Applications

  • Aircraft hangar floors
  • Automotive shops
  • Bathrooms and locker rooms
  • Bridge decks
  • Car washes or wash bays
  • Industrial shop floors
  • Maintenance facilities
  • Primer/ Basecoat for use on concrete, wood, and block
  • Sidewalks and walkways
  • Wall coatings over sheetrock, wood and concrete
  • Wastewater treatment applications

Advantages

  • Long pot life (35 min to 40 min)
  • Displays moderate cure times with excellent adhesion
  • Long open times allow for self-leveling capabilities and increased hiding power as well as broadcasts of decorative aggregate
  • Easy to mix 2:1 ratio
  • Emits virtually no odors and can be applied indoors
  • Excellent adhesive properties, allowing application on other firm and hard coating, as well as a good bond to the substrate
  • VOC complaint in Canada and the United States

Technical Data

Packaging litres / gal us Color
11.34 / 3 56.7 / 15 Part A Part B Mixture
Recommended Thickness On Request Amber Same as part A
EC-UP 8 mils / 200 ft² us gal Shelf Life
12 months in original unopened factory sealed containers. Keep away from extreme cold, heat, or moisture. Keep out of direct sunlight and away from fire hazards.
Mix Ratio by volume
A : B = 2 : 1
*Please note that the indicated mileage is calculated for flat surfaces. A porous or imperfect surface will require more material in order to cover the same mileage.
Pot life (150g) Solids by weight % Density (kg/litre)
30-40 minutes 25°C 96 Part A Part B Mixture
VOC (g/litre) Recommended Thinner Clear: 1.03 1.22 1.09
5 xylene Solids by weight %
Viscosity @ 25⁰C (cps) Part A Part B Mixture Part A Part B Mixture
2500-3500 100-200 – 94.5 100 96
Waiting time between coats
Min / 2-6 hours – max / 24 hours
Foot Traffic 12 – 24 hours
Light Traffic 48 hours
Chemical Resistance 72 hours
*Note: Times and data mentioned are based on laboratory conditions. Field results may vary and will be affected by changing ambient conditions, especially changes in temperature and relative humidity.