Hempel's Polyurethane Enamel 55102 is a polyurethane coating used as a topcoat. Hempel's Polyurethane Enamel 55102 is recommended as the topcoat of a coating system for suitably prepared metals in severely corrosive atmospheric environments, such as steel, aluminium, stainless steel and galvanized steel. Hempel's Polyurethane Enamel 55102 is a two-component, high-gloss acrylic polyurethane enamel cured with aliphatic isocyanate, with very good gloss and colour retention. Parameters on this page: volume solids 52 ± 2%; dry film thickness 35 µm; theoretical spreading rate 15 m²/L.
Source: HEMPEL original technical data sheet (TDS) 'Hempel's Polyurethane Enamel 55102'. Spreading rate and other values converted from the TDS; for reference only.
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| Volume Solids | 52 ± 2% |
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| Dry Film Thickness | 35 µm |
| Theoretical Spreading Rate | 15 m²/L |
| VOC | 442 g/L (China) |
| Density / Specific Gravity | 1.2 kg/L |
| Number of Components | Two-component |
| Flash Point | 35°C |
| Thinner | HEMPEL's Thinner 08080 |
| Colour / Appearance | White 10000 * |
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Hempel's Polyurethane Enamel 55102 is a two-component, high-gloss acrylic polyurethane enamel cured with aliphatic isocyanate, with very good gloss and colour retention.
Complies with EU Directive 2004/42/EC, the Paints Directive on limiting volatile organic compounds: subcategory j.
Hempel's Polyurethane Enamel 55102 is recommended as the topcoat of a coating system for suitably prepared metals in severely corrosive atmospheric environments, such as steel, aluminium, stainless steel and galvanized steel. The product can also be used for decorative marking directly on wood and glass-fibre-reinforced polyester substrates, showing high adhesion on these substrates.
- Reaction-to-fire tested in accordance with EN 13501-1 (as part of a coating system using approved primer and topcoat). B-s1, d0.
| Product safety | Flash point 35 °C |
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| Regulations | Value |
| European Union | 442 g/L |
| USA (coatings) | 442 g/L |
| USA (regulatory) | 442 g/L |
| Canada | 442 g/L |
| China | 442 g/L |
| Hong Kong | 442 g/L |
| South Korea | 442 g/L |
Subject to specific legislation; see the explanatory notes on the Hempel website hempel.com or your local Hempel website. VOC values may vary with colour; refer to Section 9 of the Safety Data Sheet. ªEU Directive 2004/42/CE. 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 | 55102 |
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| Product components | Base 55107 |
Hardener 95304_______________________________
| Standard colour / code | White 10000 * |
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Other colours are available through the company's tinting system
| Gloss | High gloss |
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| Volume solids | 52 ± 2% |
| density | 1.2 kg/L |
| Recommended dry film thickness | 35 µm |
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| Aluminium colour / code | Aluminium grey 19002 ** |
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| Volume solids | 45 ± 2% |
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| density | 1 kg/L |
| Recommended dry film thickness | 35 µm |
For further details, refer to the separate Hempel document Surface Preparation Guide.
Base 55107 : Hardener 95304 (4:1 by volume)
Stir thoroughly before use.
| Thinner | HEMPEL's Thinner 08080 |
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HEMPEL Thinner 08880
| Cleaning solvent | HEMPEL's Thinner 08080 |
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HEMPEL's Thinner 08510
| Product temperature | 20°C |
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| Pot Life | 2 h |
| Tools | Maximum thinning volume | Application parameters |
| Airless Spray | 5% | Nozzle pressure: 7.5–10 MPa. Tip size: 0.43–0.48 mm |
| Air Spray | 5% | Not applicable. |
| Brush | 5% | Not applicable. |
If brush or roller application is used, multiple coats are required to achieve the specified dry film thickness. HEMPEL brush/roller additive 99140 may be used to improve flow and levelling. Consult Hempel for advice. Spray parameters are indicative and may be adjusted to site conditions. Pressure figures apply to material at 20 °C. (*For other application methods, consult the company representative.)
| Specification range | Low | High | Recommended |
| Wet Film Thickness | 57 µm | 76 µm | 67 µm |
| Theoretical Spreading Rate | 17 m²/L | 13 m²/L | 15 m²/L |
Depending on the end use and service area, the product may be specified at film thicknesses other than those indicated. This will alter the spreading rate, drying and curing times and recoat interval. To achieve optimum performance, avoid excessive film thickness.
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- Previous coat: none or per Hempel's specification. Recommended products: Hempel's Epoxy Paint - Subsequent coat: none.
| Surface temperature | 20°C |
| Surface Dry | 120 min |
| Hard Dry | 4 h |
Measured at 35 µm dry film thickness under standard conditions; see Hempel's explanatory notes.
Hempel's specifications supersede all guidance shown in the recoat table.
| Product name | 10°C | 20°C | 30°C | |
| Atmospheric, severe | ||||
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| HEMPEL's Polyurethane Enamel 55102 | Minimum | 12 h | 8 h | 4 h |
| Maximum | No maximum | |||
- To achieve the stated drying times, adequate ventilation during application, drying and curing is essential.
| Ambient temperature | 25°C |
| Binder | 36 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) | 10.5 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.
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For further information, refer to the Hempel website (https://www.hempel.com/service-and-support/technical-guidelines) or your local Hempel website:
| 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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