Pettit Trinidad HD Hard Antifouling Bottom Paint
Pettit Trinidad HD Hard Antifouling Bottom Paint, Pettit Trinidad HD Hard Antifouling Bottom PaintPettit Trinidad HD Hard Bottom Paint provides excellent, long-lasting protection under the toughest antifouling conditions. Not only does this paint provide dependable in-water antifouling protection, but it also meets the 330 gram per liter VOC regulations. Trinidad HD does not require movement and works equally as well at the dock or underway. Its durable hard modified epoxy finish has excellent adhesion and is highly abrasion resistant. Trinidad provides multi-season protection and is a great choice for powerboats and sailboats in tropical and other warm waters where extreme fouling exists. This paint is compatible over most hard antifouling finishes and can be applied via brush, roller, or spray. Pettit Trinidad HD provides excellent antifouling protection and is backed by the industry's strongest limited warranty. Pettit's Hull Defense 18 Month Limited Warranty offers peace of mind to every boater. Trinidad HD offers the most dependable and trusted antifouling protection in the industry. Features: Multi-season protection; Fast-dry technology; High copper load offers excellent performance in all conditions; Excellent adhesion to fiberglass, wood, and steel hulls; Hard, durable, finish for long lasting performance; Covered by HD (Hull Defense) 18 Month Limited Warranty; Specifications: Pack Size: 1 US Gallon; Finish: Flat; Recommended Usage: All fouling waters; Colors Available: 1271 Blue, 1671 Red, 1871 Black; Drying Time: To overcoat 2hrs; To launch; 4hrs. @ 70F; Number of Coats Recommended: 2; Coverage: 450 ft2/gal; VOC: 330 grams/liter; Biocide: Cuprous Oxide 53.3%; Associated Products:Pettit Protect Epoxy Primer - Primer for bare fiberglass applicationsPettit 92 Bio-Blue Hull Surface Prep - For bare fiberglass applicationsHow to Apply Pettit Trinidad HD Bottom PaintPettit Trinidad HD Paint is easily applied by brush, roller, or spray. When rolling, use only a high-quality short nap (maximum 1/4" nap) roller cover. Over-application will virtually assure inadequate coating performance. Mix paint thoroughly to ensure ingredients are evenly dispersed throughout the can. Follow all surface preparation instructions to ensure proper coating performance. Trinidad HD should not be applied to aluminum hulls or outdrives. Application Methods: Brush, roller, airless or conventional spray; Number of Coats: 2; Dry Film Thickness: 2 mils (3.4 wet mils); Coverage: 450 sq. ft/gal.; Application Temp: 40F Min. / 90F Max.; Thinner: 120 VOC Thinner; DRY TIMES: Temp To Recoat To Launch 90F 1 HR 2 HR 70F 2 HR 4 HR 50F 12 HR 24 HRApplication Systems Previously Painted Surfaces; Trinidad HD can be applied over most aged hard antifouling coatings.; If previous paint is in good condition, sand painted surface with 80 grit sandpaper.; Solvent clean with 120VOC Thinner to remove residue.; Apply two finish coats of Trinidad HD.; If previous coating is soft or in poor condition, remove to the bare surface by sanding or using paint remover.; Proceed with appropriate bare system.; Bare Fiberglass; All bare fiberglass, regardless of age, should be thoroughly cleaned with 92 Bio-Blue Hull Surface Prep or dewaxed several times with D-95 Dewaxer. Then proceed with one of the systems below:; Sanding Method:; Sand hull thoroughly with 80 grit sandpaper to a dull, frosty finish and rewash with 120VOC Brushing Thinner.; Apply two coats of Trinidad HD.; Non-Sanding Method:; Thoroughly clean, dewax surface with 92 Bio-Blue Surface Prep using a course nylon scuff pad.; Rinse all residue from surface and let dry.; Apply one coat of Pettit Protect Epoxy Primer 4700/4701 following primer label instructions.; Apply two or three coats of Trinidad HD.; Barrier Coat; Prepare the fiberglass surface as mentioned above (sanding method).; Apply two to three coats of Pettit Protect Epoxy Primer per label instructions.; Apply two or three coats of Trinidad HD.; Bare Wood; Sand thoroughly with 80 grit sandpaper and wipe clean.; Apply a coat of Trinidad HD thinned 25% with Pettit 120VOC Thinner.; Allow an overnight dry then lightly sand and wipe clean.; Apply two finish coats of Trinidad HD.; Steel Hulls; Clean surface to remove grease and dirt.; Remove loose rust and scale from the metal surface by scraping or sandblasting.; Blow off residue then apply one or two coats of Pettit 6980 Rustlok Primer.; Follow with two coats of Pettit 4700/4701 Epoxy Primer.; Apply two or three finish coats of Trinidad HD.; Do not use Pettit Trinidad HD on aluminum hulls and outdrives.Click to Download Pettit Trinidad HD Bottom Paint Application Instructions