DTMs Primer-Finishes

ARMEPOX® DTM 243 Mastic

Two‑component epoxy putty that permits painting on incompletely prepared surfaces. It is used for repair painting and in conditions where high‑quality surface preparation cannot be ensured.

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ARMEPOX® DTM 249

Epoxy‑phenolic chemical‑resistant coating, ideally suited for tanks, pipelines and equipment that contacts fuel and industrial chemicals.

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ARMEPOX® DTM 243 MIO

Epoxy barrier coating reinforced with iron slag (MIO). Provides reliable protection of metal surfaces as an intermediate barrier layer in multilayer systems.

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FAQ

What is a primer‑finish coating and how does it differ from a regular primer or enamel?

Primer‑finish coating is a universal coating that combines the functions of a primer and enamel. In industrial and anticorrosion applications, the primer‑finish coating contains an active anticorrosion pigment and a special composition of fillers that provide additional barrier protection, while retaining all the advantages of a universal coating: reliable adhesion, surface leveling, and decorative effect. Unlike ordinary enamels, which are intended solely for a final decorative coating, the primer‑finish coating performs both decorative and protective functions simultaneously, reducing the number of layers, operations, and painting time. This solution simplifies and speeds up the technological process and provides application versatility, combining anticorrosion protection with an aesthetic effect, making it convenient for use in anticorrosion protection and transport engineering.

What are the advantages of acrylic‑polyurethane primer‑finish coatings and where are they used?

Answer. Acrylic‑polyurethane primer‑finish coatings have high light fastness, excellent adhesion to metal, and the ability to adjust gloss—from matte to glossy. They dry quickly and are resistant to atmospheric influences, making them ideal for exterior painting of transport, railway cars, buses, construction machinery, equipment and metal structures.

What properties are characteristic of epoxy primer‑finish coatings?

Answer. Epoxy primer‑finish coatings exhibit high corrosion resistance, excellent adhesion to steel and aluminum surfaces, and chemical resistance to many aggressive media. They form a dense barrier layer that protects the metal from moisture and aggressive substances. Epoxy primer‑finish coatings are used for internal and external metal structures, tanks, pipelines, as well as for installations with elevated humidity or periodic contact with chemical reagents.

What are epoxy‑phenol‑wettable chemical‑resistant primer‑finish coatings and where are they used?

Answer. Epoxy‑phenolic‑alkyd primer‑finish coatings are specialized coatings with enhanced chemical resistance, designed for use in aggressive environments (acids, bases, solvents, industrial chemicals). They provide long‑term protection of metal and reinforced‑concrete structures in the chemical industry, storage tanks for aggressive substances, pipelines, and process equipment. These primer‑finish coatings form a durable, dense film with excellent adhesion and resistance to erosion and corrosion.

How to choose the appropriate primer‑finish coating for a specific project?

Answer. When selecting a primer‑finish coating, the following factors are considered: surface type (steel, aluminum, galvanized coating), service conditions (outdoor or indoor work, humidity, chemical exposure), required lightfastness, gloss and decorative properties, and application method. For transport and exterior objects, acrylic‑urethane primer‑finish coatings are suitable, for interior anti‑corrosion and barrier systems – epoxy, and for chemically aggressive environments – epoxy‑phenol‑wax chemical‑resistant primer‑finish coatings. Proper selection guarantees coating durability and minimal maintenance costs.