Hempathane HS 55610

PRODUCT DATASHEET

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PRODUCT CHARACTERISTICS

Recommended use

Hempathane HS 55610 is recommended as VOC compliant, high-build finishing coat for protection of structural steel in severely corrosive environment. The product may be specified as a one coat “direct to metal” system in environments classified as C2 and C3. It may also be applied directly on galvanised steel.

Service temperature

• Maximum, dry exposure only: 120°C [248°F].

Certificates / Approvals

• EC-type examined as a low flame spread material when used as part of a predefined paint system. Please refer to “Declaration of Conformity” on hempel.com for further details.
• Third-party verified, product-specific Environmental Product Declaration (Type III EPD, ISO 14025, EN 15804)
• For ATEX environments: before specification and use, please contact Hempel A/S for further information. Only the following shades of this product have been formulated with special electrical conductive pigments that makes it possible to design paint systems that meet the requirements in ISO 80079-36:2016 Explosive atmospheres (ATEX): 95000, 95010, 95020, 95030, 95040, 95050.
• Meets requirements to NORSOK M-501 when used as part of a predefined paint system. Edition 6, System 1. Edition 7, System 1A, 1B.

Features

• For severely corrosive atmospheric environment.
• Direct-to-metal in C2 and C3 environments.
• Glossy with very good gloss and colour retention.
• High volume solids and VOC-compliant.
• The minimum temperature for curing is -10°C [14°F].

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PRODUCT SAFETY

Flash point

31°C [88°F]

VOC content mixed product

Legislation	Value
EU	343 g/L [2.86 lb/US gal]
US (coatings)	320 g/L [2.67 lb/US gal]
US (regulatory)	343 g/L [2.86 lb/US gal]
China	343 g/L [2.86 lb/US gal]
Hong Kong	320 g/L [2.67 lb/US gal]

According to specific legislation, see details in the Explanatory Notes available at Hempel website, hempel.com or at your local Hempel website. VOC values may vary with shade, please consult the Safety Data Sheet, section 9. ªEU Directive 2004/42/CE. According to EPA Method 24.

Handling

Handle with care. Before and during use, observe safety labels on packaging and paint containers and follow all local and national safety regulations. Always consult Hempel’s Safety Data Sheet for this product along with the Product Data Sheet.

For professional use only.

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PRODUCT DATA

• Product code: 55610
• Product components: Base 55619, Curing Agent 97050
• Standard shade / code: White 10000 * (Wide range of colours is available via Hempel’s tinting system.)
• Gloss: Glossy
• Volume solids: 67 ± 2%
• Specific gravity: 1.4 kg/L [12 lb/US gal]
• Reference dry film thickness: 80 micron [3.2 mils]
• shade / code: Aluminium grey 19002
• gloss: Please consult Hempel’s Guideline on aluminium pigmented coatings.
• volume solids: 58 ± 2%
• specific gravity: 1.1 kg/L [10 lb/US gal]
• reference dry film thickness: 80 micron [3.2 mils]

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SURFACE PREPARATION

Cleanliness

• Remove oil, grease and other contaminants by suitable detergent cleaning.
• Remove salts, detergents and other contaminants by high pressure fresh water cleaning.

New build

• Abrasive blasting to min. Sa 2½ (ISO 8501-1) / SP 10 (SSPC).
• Remove dust, blast media and loose materials.

Maintenance and Repair

• Abrasive blasting to min. Sa 2 (ISO 8501-1) / SP 6 (SSPC).
• Minor areas may be hand or power tool cleaned instead of abrasive blasting.
• Water jetting to Wa 2½ (ISO 8501-4).
• Flash rust degree of maximum FR M (ISO 8501-4).
• Remove dust, blast media and loose materials.

Roughness

• Surface profile Medium (S) (ISO 8503-2).

Consult Hempel’s separate Surface Preparation Guidelines for more details.

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APPLICATION

Mixing ratio

Base 55619 : Curing Agent 97050 (7 : 1 by volume)
Stir well before use.

Thinner

Hempel’s Thinner 08080

Cleaner

Hempel’s Thinner 08080

Pot life

Product temperature	Pot life
10°C [50°F]	3½ hours
20°C [68°F]	2 hours
30°C [86°F]	1 hour

Application method

Tool	Thinning max vol.	Application parameters
Airless spray	5%	Nozzle pressure: 175 bar [2500 psi], Nozzle orifice: 0.017-0.021″

If brush or roller application is used, more coats will be necessary to achieve the specified dry film thickness. Never thin more than allowed according to local environmental legislation. For brush or roller application, a suitable Thinner or Brush agent may be used if needed. Spray data are indicative and subject to adjustment. Pressure is for a material temperature of 20°C [68°F].

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FILM THICKNESS

	Low	High	Recommended
Dry film thickness	50 micron [2.0 mils]	125 micron [5.0 mils]	80 micron [3.2 mils]
Wet film thickness	75 micron [3.0 mils]	187 micron [7.5 mils]	120 micron [4.8 mils]
Theoretical spreading rate	13 m²/L [530 sq ft/US gal]	5.3 m²/L [216 sq ft/US gal]	8.3 m²/L [338 sq ft/US gal]

For best performance, avoid excessive film thickness.

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APPLICATION CONDITIONS

• To avoid condensation, apply on a clean and dry surface with a temperature that is at least 3°C [5°F] above the dew point.
• Surface temperature must be above -10°C [14°F] during application and curing.
• Beware of ice on the surface at low temperatures.
• The film formation may be adversely affected by light rain, high humidity and/or condensation during application and the following interval after application: “8 hours, 20°C/68°F”.
• Optimal spraying properties are obtained at paint temperatures of 15-30°C [59-86°F]. Beyond these temperatures additional thinning may be necessary.

RELATIVE HUMIDITY

• Relative humidity must be below 85% during curing.
• Relative humidity must be below 85% during application.

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DRYING AND OVERCOATING

Product compatibility

• Previous coat: According to Hempel’s Specification. Recommended products are: Hempaprime Multi 500, Hempadur
• Subsequent coat: None.

Drying time

Surface temperature	Touch dry min	Surface dry hours	Hard dry hours	Fully cured days
10°C [50°F]	120	11	12	–
20°C [68°F]	90	3½	5	7
30°C [86°F]	60	2	3	5

Overcoating

Quality name	-10°C [14°F]	10°C [50°F]	20°C [68°F]	30°C [86°F]
Atmospheric medium Min / Max	30 h / Ext*	9 h / Ext*	6 h / Ext*	3 h / Ext*

Ext*: Depending on the actual exposure conditions, the coated surface is overcoatable for an extended period of time. Contact your local Hempel representative for advice.

Hempel’s specification supersedes any guidelines indicated in the overcoating table.

Drying conditions

• To obtain the drying time stated, it is important to maintain sufficient ventilation during application, drying and curing.
• Condensation on the freshly applied coating should be avoided.

Overcoating details

• The surface must be dry and clean prior to application.

Other remarks

• Hempel’s Specification supersedes any recommendations given in the Product Data Sheets.

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STORAGE

Shelf life

Ambient temperature	Base	Curing Agent
25°C [77°F]	36 months	24 months

Shelf life from date of production, when stored in original, unopened containers. Thereafter, the product quality must be re-inspected. Storage at elevated temperatures may reduce shelf life. For advice, please consult Hempel.

Storage conditions

• The curing agent is sensitive to moisture. Store in a dry place and keep the can tightly closed until use.

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CARBON FOOTPRINT

Dry film thickness	GWP (Global Warming Potential)
1 µm	8.7 g CO₂e/m²
1 mil	0.045 lb CO₂e/ft²

The carbon footprint is for 1 square meter / square foot of surface area with a dry film thickness of 1 micron / mil. The scope includes raw materials, in-bound transport to the Hempel factory, Hempel manufacturing processes, and any Volatile Organic Compounds emitted during and after the application of the product. It is calculated based on the standard shade defined in this PDS. Values may vary with shade.

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REFERENCES

Product Data Sheet – Hempathane HS 55610
Issued by Hempel A/S – May 2025
Document Version: 4/4
Source: https://www.hempel.com

Technical Guidelines and Explanatory Notes
Last accessed: 28 May 2025
Reference link: https://www.hempel.com/service-and-support/technical-guidelines

Note: Always consult the latest version of the Product Data Sheet and associated documents directly from Hempel’s official website to ensure accuracy and compliance with the most current recommendations.