Hempatherm IC 175

PRODUCT DATASHEET

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PRODUCT CHARACTERISTICS

Recommended use

Hempatherm IC 175 can be used in new construction and maintenance on external surfaces of process pipework, valves, pressure vessels, storage tanks, and other equipment to provide thermal insulation for energy retention and condensation control. It can be used as an alternative to conventional thermal insulation and jacketing in both heated and cold service.

Service temperature

• Maximum, dry exposure only: 177°C [351°F].
• Maximum, dry exposure only (peak): 193°C [379°F].

Features

• Waterbased and zero VOC.
• High film build capable of up to 5 mm DFT per coat.
• Resist water retention and maintains consistent thermal insulative performance over service life.

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PRODUCT SAFETY

Flash point

100°C [212°F]

VOC content

Legislation	Value
EU	0 g/L [0.00 lb/US gal]
US (coatings)	0 g/L [0.00 lb/US gal]
US (regulatory)	0 g/L [0.00 lb/US gal]
China	0 g/L [0.00 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.

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: 58484
• Product components: Base 58488, Insulation powder 99484
• Standard shade / code: Window Grey 17700
• Gloss: Flat
• Volume solids: 87 ± 2%
• Specific gravity: 0.4 kg/L [4 lb/US gal]
• Reference dry film thickness: 2000 micron [80 mils]

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SURFACE PREPARATION

Cleanliness

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

New build

• According to Hempel’s Specification.

Maintenance and Repair

• According to Hempel’s Specification.

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

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APPLICATION

Mixing ratio

Base 58488 : Insulation powder 99484 (88 : 12 by weight)
Stir well before use. Thinning is not allowed.

Thinner

Not recommended

Cleaner

Fresh water

Application method

Tool	Thinning max vol.	Application parameters
Air spray	Not recommended	Nozzle orifice: 0.24″

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	1000 micron [40 mils]	5000 micron [200 mils]	2000 micron [80 mils]
Wet film thickness	1064 micron [43 mils]	5319 micron [213 mils]	2128 micron [85 mils]
Theoretical spreading rate	0.9 m²/L [37 sq ft/US gal]	0.2 m²/L [8 sq ft/US gal]	0.5 m²/L [20 sq ft/US gal]

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APPLICATION CONDITIONS

• Temperature of product must be above 15°C [59°F] during application.
• Optimal paint temperature for proper mixing, pumping and spraying is: 30°C [86°F].
• 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 [50°F] during application and curing.

RELATIVE HUMIDITY

• Relative humidity must be in the range 10-95% during curing.

APPLICATION REMARKS

• Consult Hempel’s Application Guidelines and Instructions for more details.

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DRYING AND OVERCOATING

Product compatibility

• Previous coat: Only Hempel approved primer.
• Subsequent coat: According to Hempel’s Specification. Recommended product is: Hempatherm IC 170 58454.

Drying time

Surface temperature	Touch dry min	Hard dry min	Dry to handle hours	Fully cured hours
20°C [68°F]	30 min	120 min	3 h	24 h

Overcoating

Quality name	10°C [50°F]	20°C [68°F]	30°C [86°F]	40°C [104°F]
Hempatherm IC 175 Min	3 h	2 h	90 min	60 min
Hempatherm IC 175 Max	Ext*	Ext*	Ext*	Ext*
Hempatherm IC 170 Min	24 h	18 h	16 h	12 h
Hempatherm IC 170 Max	Ext*	Ext*	Ext*	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.

Drying conditions

• To obtain the drying time stated, it is important to maintain sufficient ventilation during application, drying and curing.

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STORAGE

Shelf life

Ambient temperature	Base	Insulation powder
25°C [77°F]	24 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

• Temperature must not go below 5°C [41°F] during transport and storage.

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CARBON FOOTPRINT

Dry film thickness	GWP (Global Warming Potential)
1 µm	1.1 g CO₂e/m²
1 mil	0.006 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 – Hempatherm IC 175
Issued by Hempel A/S – April 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.