Tor T-Wash Mordant Solution, a pre-treatment wash for galvanised steel that ensures adhesion for a wider range of subsequent coatings. The product changes colour (from grey to black) for a visual aid and proof that the entire surface has been treated satisfactorily.
Good coverage - up to 20 square metres per litre
Pre-treatment only - should be overcoated with a suitable primer as soon as possible
Apply by brush, sponge or dip.
Spray is not recommended.
A phosphoric acid-based etchant in a blend of Alcohol, Glycol Ether and water and containing a copper salt as a colour change indicator
Refer below for more product data, including application and preparation instructions
Tor T-Wash Mordant Solution is a pre-treatment wash for galvanised steel, ensuring adhesion for a wider range of subsequent coatings. The product changes colour (from grey to black) for a visual aid and proof that the entire surface has been treated satisfactorily.
Tor T-Wash Mordant Solution is a phosphoric acid-based etchant in a blend of Alcohol, Glycol Ether and water and containing a copper salt as a colour change indicator.
Features & Benefits
Pre-treatment for galvanised steel
Ensures adhesion for a wide range of subsequent coatings
Good coverage - up to 20 square metres per litre
Apply by brush, sponge or dip.
Spray is not recommended.
Changes colour as a visual aid, ensuring the entire surface has been treated
Pre-treatment only - should be overcoated with a suitable primer as soon as possible
Refer below for more product data, including application and preparation instructions
Product Information
Product reference
IM911
Volume solids
Nil
Typical thickness
N/A
Theoretical coverage
20 square metres per litre
Practical coverage
15 square metres per litre
Colour range
Clear blue solution
VOC content
330gms/litre
Surface Preparation
Galvanised Steel:
Ensure that all oil and grease are removed by swabbing with TH19 Tor QD Thinner (degreasing solvent) or Tor WB Degreaser DM416. Then thoroughly work the T Wash into the surface using a paint brush ensuring the entire surface changes colour. Wash off with clean water and allow to dry.
Application Details
Mix ratio
N/A
Method of application
Brush, sponge or dip. Spray is not recommended. After treatment rinse with clean water and allow to dry.
Thinner
Not required
Cleaner
Water
Pot Life
N/A
Drying Times
Substrate Temperature
Touch Dry
Hard Dry
Overcoating Interval
Minimum
Maximum
20ºC
N/A
N/A
30 minutes
24 hours
Note: Drying/curing times will be shortened by higher temperatures and lengthened by lower temperatures
Storage and Handling
Flammable - Flash Point:
Below 32ºC
Limitations
T Wash is only a pre-treatment and should be overcoated with priming paints as soon as possible after treatment has dried.
Product Details
4026-503837
Data sheet
Manufacturer
Tor
Parts
1
Base Type
-
Solvent
Phosphoric acid-based etchant in a blend of Alcohol, Glycol Ether and water and containing a copper salt as a colour change indicator.
Mixing Ratio
-
Suitable Substrates
Galvanising
Key Features
Changes colour from grey to black for proof that the entire surface has been treated satisfactorily
Application
Brush
Application
Sponge, dip
Touch Dry (at 20°C)
-
Dry to Handle (at 20°C)
-
Dry to Recoat (at 20°C)
30 minutes
Fully Cured (at 20°C)
-
Pot Life (at 20°C)
-
Coverage
Theoretical coverage: 20 square metres per litre; Practical: 15 square metres per litre
Recommended Thinner/Cleaner
Tor TH19 degreasing solvent or Tor WB Degreaser DM416
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