Industrial Protective Coatings

Epoxy Iron Oxide Primer
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Epoxy
Multi MIO HB

Epoxy Multi MIO HB is a premium two-component, high-build, polyamide-cured epoxy coating pigmented with Micaceous Iron Oxide (MIO) to provide outstanding corrosion protection in demanding industrial environments. Designed for use as both a primer and intercoat, the coating offers exceptional adhesion to steel, galvanised steel, aluminium, cast iron, GRP, stainless steel, concrete, and previously coated epoxy surfaces. The lamellar MIO pigment significantly reduces water vapour transmission, creating an effective barrier against corrosion while improving long-term durability in aggressive industrial and coastal atmospheres. Its excellent abrasion resistance, rapid drying, and extended overcoating capability make it an ideal workshop primer for fabricated steel, allowing components to be transported, stored, and erected before the final coating system is applied on site.

Interior & Exterior
Solvent Based
Two Component

Features & Benefits

  • Two-component polyamide-cured epoxy technology
  • High-build epoxy primer and intercoat
  • Pigmented with Micaceous Iron Oxide (MIO)
  • Excellent corrosion resistance
  • Outstanding water vapour barrier protection
  • Excellent adhesion to multiple substrates
  • Suitable for steel, galvanised steel, aluminium, stainless steel, cast iron, GRP and concrete
  • Excellent adhesion to aged epoxy coatings
  • Compatible with numerous topcoat systems
  • Excellent abrasion resistance
  • Tough and flexible coating film
  • Fast drying and handling
  • Extended overcoating window
  • Cures at temperatures down to +5°C
  • Resistant to water and mild chemical splash
  • Heat resistant up to 200°C
  • Can be used as a primer or finish coat in dry interior environments
  • Excellent workshop and fabrication primer
  • Helps protect fabricated steel during transport and installation

Intended Uses

Epoxy Multi MIO HB is developed for long-term corrosion protection of structural steel, fabricated components, process equipment, and concrete structures operating in industrial and coastal environments. The MIO pigmentation forms a dense overlapping barrier that significantly improves resistance to moisture penetration while enhancing the durability of complete protective coating systems. It is particularly suited to structural steel fabrication, petrochemical plants, chemical processing facilities, pulp and paper mills, mining operations, power generation plants, and infrastructure projects where fabricated steel may require extended storage or transport before final topcoating. Its ability to adhere to a wide range of substrates also makes it an excellent maintenance primer for refurbishment projects.

Typical Applications:

  • Structural steel
  • Steel fabrication
  • Petrochemical plants
  • Chemical processing facilities
  • Mining infrastructure
  • Power generation plants
  • Pulp and paper mills
  • Industrial processing equipment
  • Steel bridges
  • Storage tanks
  • Pipe bridges
  • Conveyor structures
  • Manufacturing facilities
  • Marine and coastal structures
  • Offshore support structures
  • Concrete structures
  • Galvanised steel
  • Mechanical equipment
  • Industrial maintenance projects
  • Workshop priming
  • Fabricated steel assemblies
  • Heavy industrial infrastructure

Technical Information:

  • Product Type: High-Build Epoxy Primer & Intercoat
  • Technology: Polyamide-Cured Epoxy with Micaceous Iron Oxide
  • Configuration: Two Component
  • Colour: Red Oxide
  • Finish: Smooth Semi-Matt
  • Mixing Ratio:
    - 4 : 1 (Volume)
    - 6.25 : 1 (Mass)
  • Activator: Epoxy Activator Multi
  • Density: 1.39 kg/L
  • Volume Solids: 55%
  • Mass Solids: 68%
  • VOC: 428 g/L
  • Recommended DFT: 100–150 Microns
  • Recommended WFT: 182–272 Microns
  • Coverage: 5.5 m²/L at 100 Microns DFT
  • Number of Coats: 1
  • Temperature Resistance: Up to 200°C
  • Touch Dry:
    - 8 Hours @ 5°C
    - 1 Hour @ 30°C
  • Hard Dry:
    - 18 Hours @ 5°C
    - 6 Hours @ 20°C
    - 3 Hours @ 40°C
  • Full Cure: 7 Days @ 20°C
  • Minimum Recoat: 8 Hours @ 20°C
  • Maximum Recoat: Unlimited (Subject to Surface Preparation)
  • Pot Life:
    - 12 Hours @ 10°C
    - 5 Hours @ 20°C
    - 4 Hours @ 30°C
    - 2 Hours @ 40°C
  • Application Methods:
    - Brush
    - Roller
    - Airless Spray
  • Airless Spray Tip: 19–23 Thou
  • Minimum Spray Pressure: 150 Bar
  • Thinner: SA65 Thinners (0–15%)
  • Cleaner: SA65 Thinners
  • Pack Sizes: 5L & 20L
  • Shelf Life:
    - Part A: 24 Months
    - Part B: 12 Months

Colours & Finishes

Red Oxide
Smooth Semi-Matt Finish

Please Note: Colour swatches and illustrations displayed are only to be used as a guide and can vary from the original.

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