Hempel Silicone Foul-release Sealer 27700 is an antifouling paint, a silicone coating system. Can also be used to repair damaged areas above the waterline, ensuring adhesion between the anti-corrosion system and Hempaguard ® / Hempasil topcoats. Hempel Silicone Foul-release Sealer 27700 is a two-component silicone tie coat, suitable for repair and touch-up areas of existing antifouling systems. Parameters on this page: volume solids 70 ± 2%, dry film thickness 120 µm, theoretical spreading rate 5.8 m²/L.
Data source: HEMPEL original Technical Data Sheet (TDS), "Hempel Silicone Foul-release Sealer 27700"; spreading rate and other values are converted from the TDS parameters, for selection reference only.
The above content is compiled from the manufacturer's datasheet and this site's parameter tables. For selection, coating systems and lead times, pleaseContact Usfor confirmation.
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| Volume Solids | 70 ± 2% |
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| Dry Film Thickness | 120 µm |
| Theoretical Spreading Rate | 5.8 m²/L |
| VOC | 281 g/L (China) |
| Density / Specific Gravity | 1.2 kg/L |
| Number of Components | Two-component |
| Flash Point | 24°C |
| Colour / Appearance | Light khaki brown 10820 |
| Gloss | Semi-gloss |
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Hempel Silicone Foul-release Sealer 27700 is a two-component silicone tie coat, suitable for repair and touch-up areas of existing antifouling systems.
As a tie coat, ensures adhesion between old silicone substrates above the waterline and Hempaguard ® / Hempasil topcoats. Can also be used to repair damaged areas above the waterline, ensuring adhesion between the anti-corrosion system and Hempaguard ® / Hempasil topcoats.
| Product safety | Flash point 24 °C |
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| Regulations | Value |
| European Union | 281 g/L |
| USA (coatings) | 279 g/L |
| USA (regulatory) | 280 g/L |
| China | 281 g/L |
This product complies with the VOC requirements of national mandatory or recommended standards; consult the company representative for details.
Handle with care. Before and during use, observe the safety labels on the packaging and paint containers and comply with all local and national safety regulations. Consult the Hempel Safety Data Sheet and Product Data Sheet for the product at all times.
For professional use only.
| Product code | 27700 |
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| Product components | Base 27709 |
Hardener 98270
| Standard colour / code | Light khaki brown 10820 |
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| Gloss | Semi-gloss |
| Volume solids | 70 ± 2% |
| density | 1.2 kg/L |
| Recommended dry film thickness | 120 µm |
For further details, refer to the separate Hempel document Surface Preparation Guide.
Base 27709 : Hardener 98270 (17.8 : 2.2 by volume)
| Cleaning solvent | HEMPEL's Thinner 08080 |
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| Product temperature | 20°C |
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| Pot Life | 60 min |
| Tools | Application parameters |
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Nozzle pressure: 15 MPa
Nozzle size: 0.48–0.53 mm
| Brush/roller | Not applicable. |
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If brush or roller application is used, several coats may be required to achieve the specified dry film thickness. Spray parameters are indicative and may be adjusted to suit site conditions. Pressure figures apply to the material at 20 °C. (*For other application methods, consult the company representative.)
| Specification range | Low | High | Recommended |
| Wet Film Thickness | 143 µm | 172 µm | |
| Theoretical Spreading Rate | 7 m²/L | 5.8 m²/L | |
Achieving the specified minimum dry film thickness uniformly is essential.
| Surface temperature | 10°C | 20°C | 30°C |
| Hard Dry | 5 h | 4 | 3 |
| Fully cured | 7 days | 4 | 3 |
Dry film thickness 120 µm measured under standard conditions; see Hempel's explanatory notes for details.
Hempel's specifications supersede all guidance shown in the recoat table.
| Product name | 10°C | 20°C | 30°C | 40°C | |
| Immersion | |||||
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| HEMPEL Hydrogel Silicone Fouling-Release Coating Hempablue 87750 | Minimum | 24 h | 9 h | 7 h | 5 h |
| Maximum | 48 h | ||||
| HEMPEL's Silicone Antifouling Hempaguard X7 89900 | Minimum | 24 h | 9 h | 7 h | 5 h |
| Maximum | 48 h | ||||
For products of the same generic chemical composition, recoat times are for reference only.
For further information, refer to Hempel's specifications.
- To achieve the stated drying times, adequate ventilation during application, drying and curing is essential.
| Ambient temperature | 25°C |
| Binder | 24 months |
| Curing agent | 12 months |
When stored in unopened original containers, shelf life is counted from the date of production. Thereafter, the product quality must be re-inspected. Storage at high temperatures may shorten the shelf life. For advice, consult Hempel.
- Store the product in accordance with the Safety Data Sheet, label and local regulations. Keep containers in a dry, cool, well-ventilated place away from heat and sources of ignition. Keep containers tightly closed. Handle with care.
| GWP (Global Warming Potential) | 11.1 g CO₂e/m² |
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Carbon footprint is based on a 1 µm dry film thickness formed over a surface area of 1 m².
The scope includes raw materials, transport to the Hempel factory, the Hempel production process, and any volatile organic compounds (VOC) emitted during and after use of the product.
Calculated based on the standard colours defined in this PDS. Values may vary with colour.
For further information, refer to the Hempel website (https://www.hempel.com/service-and-support/technical-guidelines) or your local Hempel website:
- Application methods - For general requirements on Hempel silicone antifouling / Hempel silicone antifouling application, refer to Hempel's separate application guide document.
| Number | Document description | Location/Notes |
| 3. | PDS | This document |
datasheet, which is also available for download at www.hempel.com.
This Product Data Sheet (“PDS”) relates to the product supplied (the “Product”), and its content is updated from time to time. Accordingly, the buyer/applicator should refer to the PDS supplied with the relevant batch of product (rather than an earlier version). In addition to the PDS, the buyer/applicator may receive some or all of the specifications, declarations and/or guides shown below, which are also available for download from the “Products” page of the Hempel website (www.hempel.com) (hereinafter the “Supplementary Documents”):
| 1. | Technical declaration | Provides one-off specific advice for the requirements of a specific project |
| 2. | Specifications | Issued for specific projects only |
| 4. | Explanatory notes to the PDS | Available for download at www.hempel.com, containing information related to product test parameters |
| 5. | Application guide | If available, provided at www.hempel.com |
| 6. | General technical guidelines (e.g. application and surface preparation) |
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