Polyenamel 55102

PRODUT DATASHEET

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PRODUCT CHARACTERISTICS

Recommended use

Hempel’s Polyenamel 55102 is recommended as a finishing coat in coating systems for severely corrosive atmospheric environments on properly prepared metals such as steel, aluminium, stainless steel, and galvanised steel. The product can also be used for decorative marking in direct-to-substrate applications on wood and glass-fibre reinforced polyester, on which the product shows excellent adhesion.

Service temperature

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

Certificates / Approvals

• Reaction to fire tested (as part of a coating system with approved primer and topcoat) according to EN13501-1 B-s1, d0.

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PRODUCT SAFETY

Flash point

35°C [95°F]

VOC content mixed product

Legislation	Value
EU	442 g/L [3.69 lb/US gal]
US (coatings)	442 g/L [3.69 lb/US gal]
US (regulatory)	442 g/L [3.69 lb/US gal]
China	442 g/L [3.69 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.

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: 55102
• Product components: Base 55107, Curing Agent 95304
• Standard shade / code: White 10000 * (Wide range of colours is available via Hempel’s tinting system.)
• Gloss: High-gloss
• Volume solids: 52 ± 2%
• Specific gravity: 1.2 kg/L [10 lb/US gal]
• Reference dry film thickness: 35 micron [1.4 mils]
• Aluminium shade / code: Aluminium grey 19002 ** (Please consult Hempel’s Guideline on aluminium pigmented coatings.)

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SURFACE PREPARATION

Cleanliness

• According to Hempel’s Specification.

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 55107 : Curing Agent 95304 (4 : 1 by volume)
Stir well before use.

Thinner

Hempel’s Thinner 08080,

Hempel’s Thinner 08880

Cleaner

Hempel’s Thinner 08080

Hempel’s Thinner 08510

Pot life

20°C [68°F]: 2 hours

Application method

Tool	Thinning max vol.	Application parameters
Airless spray	5%	Nozzle pressure: 75-100 bar [1100 psi], Nozzle orifice: 0.017-0.019″
Air spray	5%	Not Applicable
Brush	5%	Not Applicable

If brush or roller application is used, more coats will be necessary to achieve the specified dry film thickness. 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	30 micron [1.2 mils]	40 micron [1.6 mils]	35 micron [1.4 mils]
Wet film thickness	57 micron [2.3 mils]	76 micron [3.1 mils]	67 micron [2.7 mils]
Theoretical spreading rate	17 m²/L [693 sq ft/US gal]	13 m²/L [530 sq ft/US gal]	15 m²/L [611 sq ft/US gal]

Product may be specified in another film thickness than indicated depending on purpose and area of use. This will alter spreading rate, drying and curing time and overcoating interval. For best performance, avoid excessive film thickness.

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APPLICATION CONDITIONS

• Surface temperature must be above -10°C [14°F] during application and curing.
• 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.
• Relative humidity must be below 85% during curing.
• Relative humidity must be below 85% during application.

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Relative Humidity:

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

APPLICATION REMARKS

• Two coats of the topcoat may be necessary to obtain full hiding power.

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DRYING AND OVERCOATING

Product compatibility

• Previous coat: None or according to Hempel’s specification. Recommended product is: Hempadur
• Subsequent coat: None.

Drying time

Surface temperature	Surface dry min	Hard dry hours
20°C [68°F]	120	4

Determined for dry film thickness 35 micron [1.4 mils] at standard conditions, see Hempel’s Explanatory Notes for details.

Overcoating

Quality name	10°C [50°F]	20°C [68°F]	30°C [86°F]
Atmospheric severe Min / Max	– / –	– / –	– / –

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 clean before overcoating.

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	12 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	11.2 g CO₂e/m²
1 mil	0.058 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 – Hempel’s Polyenamel 55102
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.