NU CURRENT antifouling paint NU CURRENT belongs to antifouling paints. For ship bottoms & below water of steel structure. A tin-free self-polishing antifouling paint. Long-term antifouling protection. Controlled surface smoothness by a self-polishing effect. Surface kept smooth by a self-polishing effect. Free from organic tin compounds. Excellent high-build applicability. Good workability. Parameters on this page: volume solids 59 ± 2%, theoretical spreading rate 7.37 m²/L, number of components single-component.
Parameter source: KANSAI original technical data sheet (TDS) “NU CURRENT Antifouling Paint NU CURRENT”; values such as spreading rate are converted from TDS parameters and are for selection reference only.
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| Volume Solids | 59 ± 2% |
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| Dry Film Thickness | 60–125 µm/coat |
| Theoretical Spreading Rate | 7.37 m²/L /80 µm |
| VOC | 341 g/L, complying with EU Solvent Emissions Directive 2004/42/EC, subcategory j |
| Density / Specific Gravity | — |
| Number of Components | One-component |
| Flash Point | Above 29 °C |
| Thinner | Dedicated thinner |
| Mixing Ratio | Single-component coating |
| NU CURRENT | Antifouling Paint NU CURRENT |
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A tin-free self-polishing antifouling paint
For ship bottoms & below water of steel structure.
Long-term protection against fouling
| Color | Oxide Red and Light Red |
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| Colour | Iron red and light red |
| Volume Solids | 59±2% |
| VOC | 341g/L,accord with EU Dircrtive2004/42/EC,subcategory j |
| Volatile organic compound content | 341 g/L, complying with EU Solvent Emissions Directive 2004/42/EC, subcategory j |
| Flash Point | Greater than 29°C |
| Flash Point | Above 29 °C |
| Film thickness | Dry : 60-125 microns/coat Wet :102-211 microns/coat |
| Applied film thickness | DFT: 60–125 µm/coat WFT: 102–211 µm/coat |
| Theoretical Coverage | 7.37m2/Ltr/80 microns |
| Theoretical Spreading Rate | 7.37 m²/L/80 µm |
Practical coverage depending on surface conditions, environment, applications, etc.
| Application Temperature | -10°C-40°C |
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| Mixing | Mix thoroughly with power agitator |
| Mixing | Stir thoroughly with a power tool |
| Mixing Ratio | One component coating |
| Mixing ratio | Single-component coating |
| Application Methods | Airless spray, air spray, brush and roller |
| Application Methods | Airless spray, air spray, brush, roller |
| Airless spray: Nozzle tip | Airless spray, nozzle size | Airless spray 0.43–0.53 mm |
| Nozzle pressure | Output pressure | ≥10Mpa |
| Thinning ratio | 0–10% by weight | |
| Brush/Roller: | Brush, roller | |
| Thinning ratio | 0–10% by weight |
| Thinner | Special Thinner |
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| Thinner | Dedicated thinner |
| Drying time & | Temperature | -5°C | 5°C | 20°C | 30°C | |
| Overcoating interval | Surface dry | Touch dry | 8hrs | 4hrs | 1hr | 0.5hr |
| Drying time & recoat interval | Touch dry | Semi-hard dry | 18hrs | 12hrs | 4hrs | 3hrs |
| Min. interval | Minimum recoat interval | 14hrs | 10hrs | 5hrs | 4hrs | |
| Max. interval | Maximum recoat interval | -- | ||||
| Typical undercoat | Rabamarine AC, Vinylia BTM (S) or according to the coating system of Cosco Kansai. |
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| Suitable for undercoating | Chlorinated rubber primer and other primers, or refer to our recommended scheme |
| Typical topcoat | --- |
| Suitable for overcoating | --- |
Store in dry, cool condition and away from sources of heat and ignition. Containers must be kept
tightly closed.
| Shelf life | 12months from date of production (25°C) |
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| Shelf life | 12 months from date of production (25 °C) |
| SURFACE PREPARATION | Remove salt and other water-soluble contaminants by fresh water. |
| Surface Preparation | Rinse off salts and other water-soluble contaminants with clean water. |
Remove oil and grease with suitable detergent or solvent(SSPC-SP-1).
Remove dust and dirt by high-pressure air before paint application
All surface to be coated should completely clean, dry and free from contamination.
Can be applied on suitable anticorrosives or existing antifouling
Do not apply when relative humidity is 85% or higher
The substrate temperature should be min. 3°Cabove the dow point of the air
| SAFETY PRECAUTIONS | Detail information is given on MSDS. |
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| Safety measures | For details, see the Safety Data Sheet. |
Avoid inhalation of spray mist or vapour.
Paint contacted with skin should be immediately removed with water and/or suitable cleanser.
Eyes should be flushed with water and seek immediate medical attention.
Be sure to wear protective goggles, masks, gloves, etc.
Since this product contains flammable solvents, keep away from sparks and open flames.
Observe all health and safety data on the container
Application and handling of this product should be in compliance with relevant national regulations.
The information given on this sheet is to the best of our knowledge and accurate at the time of
issuing. Since conditions of use are beyond the manufacturer’s control, information contained herein is without warranty, implied or otherwise, and the suitability of the material for the use contemplated is the sole responsibility of the buyer. The information contained on this data sheet is subject to modification at any time due to our policy of modification and product development.
Please check this date sheet is current prior to using the product.
| REMARKS | The colour may change after contact with sea water due to cuprous oxide dissolution into the sea |
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| Notes | water. |
The drying time and the overcoating interval may vary depending on the film thickness and/or painting specification for the actual application. The theoretical spreading rate has been calculated according to the method of ISO 3233:1998
3233:1998.
| Issued Date | 2024/12 |
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Information is subject to the manufacturer's latest version; the manufacturer's latest TDS prevails.
The technical parameters on this page are taken from the product's original manufacturer technical datasheet, the copyright of which belongs to the manufacturer. If a rights holder considers the presentation inappropriate, contact us for verification and handling.
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