APPLICATION AND TECHNICAL DATA

Application Details
Visit www.ePaint.com or contact an ePaint Technical Representative for answers to questions regarding application of this product before painting. SUNWAVE® may be applied by traditional painting techniques. All surfaces to be painted shall be clean prior to sanding and painting. Only apply SUNWAVE® when substrate and ambient air temperature are between 50oF and 90oF. Do not paint when substrate is wet from rain or dew, or when surfaces are less than 5oF above the dew point and holding or when relative humidity is greater than 85%. Do not apply SUNWAVE® over traditional antifouling paints, remove first. Follow Dry Times listed on the opposite page. Mix SUNWAVE® Part A base thoroughly before addition of Part B to ensure materials are uniformly dispersed throughout the can as settling of solids can occur. Once mixed allow material to sit for 15 minutes before use. Pot life is approximately 2 hours upon mixing; colder temperatures will increase the pot life and warmer temperatures will decrease the pot life. If material thickens, discard and use fresh material. Keep cans out of direct sunlight.

Previously Painted Surfaces
SUNWAVE® is not compatible over most antifouling paints. Remove existing antifouling paint with ePaint EP-Strip non-caustic paint remover or an alternative method. EXISTING SUNWAVE® SURFACE: Any old loose, cracking, peeling, and flaking paint should be removed. Thoroughly wash the existing surface with water. Abrade existing SUNWAVE® with 80 grit sandpaper, wipe away dust and debris with water soaked rag, and allow to air dry. Following instructions set forth in the Application Data section on the previous page, apply two full coats of SUNWAVE® with additional coats around the waterline and leading edges. EPOXY TYPE PRIMERS & BARRIER COATS: SUNWAVE® is compatible over most epoxy-type primers, such as ePaint EP-Prime 1000, that are in good condition and thoroughly roughened with 80 grit sand paper. A fresh tie-coat of epoxy primer may be applied for improved adhesion; if desired apply a fresh tiecoat of EP-Prime 1000 epoxy primer and then apply the first coat of SUNWAVE® when the epoxy primer is still soft but tack-free to finger pressure. Following instructions set forth in the Application Data section on the previous page, apply a total of two full coats of SUNWAVE® with additional coats around the waterline and leading edges.

Fiberglass
SUNWAVE® may be applied directly to bare fiberglass that is clean and free of contaminants. Optionally, ePaint EP-Prime 1000 epoxy primer may be used for improved adhesion and to reduce the potential for water migration on boats that are in service year round. Take care to thoroughly clean and remove all
mold release agents and boat finishing wax residue prior to sanding; mechanically abrade fiberglass hull with 80 grit sandpaper to create a dull matte finish and wipe away all dust and debris.

For Good Results: Apply SUNWAVE® directly to clean bare fiberglass. Following instructions set forth in the Application Data section on the opposite page apply three full coats with additional two coats around the waterline and leading edges.

For Better Results: Apply one tie-coat of EP-Prime 1000 epoxy primer and then apply the first coat of SUNWAVE® when the epoxy primer is still soft but tack-free to finger pressure. Following instructions set forth in the Application Data section on the previous page, apply a total of two full coats of SUNWAVE® with additional coats around the waterline and leading edges.

For The BEST Results: Fiberglass boat bottoms are potentially susceptible to water migration and can potentially form osmotic blisters within the gelcoat and into the laminate. To render the bottom as water impermeable as possible, apply three full coats of ePaint EP-Prime 1000 multi-purpose epoxy primer. Apply the first coat of SUNWAVE® when the epoxy primer is still soft but tack-free to finger pressure. Following instructions set forth in the Application Data section on the previous page, apply a total of two full coats of SUNWAVE® with additional coats around the waterline and leading edges.

Aluminum
SUNWAVE® is self-priming on bare aluminum and will not promote galvanic corrosion. ePaint EP-Prime 1000 epoxy may be applied for ultimate adhesion. All aluminum surfaces should be thoroughly clean to remove all contaminants such as oil, grease, flux, salts, dirt, debris, etc. before abrading and painting.

For Good Results: Mechanically abrade existing aluminum surface with 80 grit sandpaper to achieve a rough surface profile and wipe away dust and debris. Welded areas should be primed first with ePaint EP-Prime 1000 for improved adhesion (see next step). Following instructions set forth in the Application Data section on the previous page, apply a total of two full coats of SUNWAVE® with additional coats around the waterline and leading edges.

For The BEST Results: Application of a tie-coat of ePaint EP-Prime 1000 may be used for ultimate adhesion and is the best option for commercial and government vessels. All direct to metal coatings provide maximum performance over blasted surfaces. Metal surfaces should be prepared to no less than a near-white metal cleanliness in accordance with NACE 2/SSPC-SP-5/SA 2.5 specifications. Abrasive blast or mechanically abrade with 80 grit aluminum oxide sandpaper to achieve a 1.5 - 2.5 mil (38 - 63 micron) depth profile in a sharp, jagged pattern as opposed to a peen pattern from shot-blasting; immediately prime with EP-Prime 1000 corrosion inhibiting epoxy primer. Apply the first coat of SUNWAVE® when the epoxy primer is still soft but tack-free to finger pressure. Following instructions set forth in the Application Data section on the previous page, apply a total of two full coats of SUNWAVE® with additional coats around the waterline and leading edges.

Steel
All steel surfaces must be primed with a minimum of two coats of ePaint EP-Prime 1000 corrosion inhibiting epoxy primer. All direct to metal coatings provide maximum performance over blasted surfaces. Metal surfaces should be prepared to no less than a near-white metal cleanliness in accordance with NACE 2/SSPC-SP-5/SA 2.5 specifications. Abrasive blast or mechanically abrade with 80 grit aluminum oxide sandpaper to achieve a 1.5 - 2.5 mil (38 - 63 micron) depth profile in a sharp, jagged pattern as opposed to a peen pattern from shot-blasting; immediately prime with EP-Prime 1000 corrosion inhibiting epoxy primer. Apply final coat of EP-Prime 1000 next day to within one week. Apply the first coat of SUNWAVE® when the epoxy primer is still soft but tack-free to finger pressure. Following instructions set forth in the Application Data section on the previous page, apply a total of two full coats of SUNWAVE® with additional coats around the waterline and leading edges.

Wood
Contact an ePaint technical representative for detailed instructions.

Plastic
Heavily abrade with 60-80 grit aluminum oxide sandpaper to achieve a roughened surface profile; remove dust and debris by rinsing with clean water; allow to thoroughly dry. Following instructions set forth in the Application Data section on the previous page, apply a total of two full coats of SUNWAVE® with additional coats around the waterline and leading edges.

Concrete
Hydro-blast surfaces to clean. Following instructions set forth in the Application Data section on the previous page, apply a total of two full coats of SUNWAVE® with additional coats around the waterline and leading edges.

Surface Preparation
Proper surface preparation is an important step for a coating system that performs properly and lasts. Follow recommendations set forth in the following sections carefully. Inadequate surface preparation will result in poor coating performance.

Maintenance
SUNWAVE® is a foul release coating, it is not an antifouling paint; periodic maintenance scrubbing and/or boat movement will be required to keep hull clean. No bottom paint can be effective under all conditions of exposure. Pollution and natural occurrences can adversely affect bottom paint. Extreme air and water temperatures, silt, dirt, oil, poor water clarity, and low oxygen levels can harm bottom paint. Therefore, ePaint suggests that the bottom of the boat be checked regularly to make sure it is clean and that no growth is occurring. Lightly scrub the bottom with a soft brush or cloth to remove anything from the bottom paint surface. Scrubbing is particularly important to boats that sit idle for extended periods of time in high fouling bodies of water. Bottom paints are generally more effective when the boat is used periodically.

Physical Data
COLORS: 401 BRIGHT WHITE, 701 LIGHT GRAY x
FINISH: Medium gloss
COMPONENTS: Two
PACKAGING: Quart and gallon kits
VEHICLE TYPE: Water
CURING MECHANISM: Evaporation and chemical cure
MIXING RATIO: 4.3 to 1, Parts A to Part B by Volume, 8.1 to 1, Parts A to Part B by Weight
POT LIFE: 2 hours at 70oF (21oC)
INDUCTION TIME: 15 minutes
SOLIDS BY VOLUME: 45% ± 2%
COVERAGE: 210 ft2/gal at 3.5 mils dry
VOC: 1.42 lb/gal (170 g/L)
THINNER: Bottled water, 10% max by vol.
FLASH POINT: NA
STORAGE: Between 35oF and 80oF
SHELF LIFE: 1 year
ACTIVE INGREDIENT: None

Application Data
METHOD: Traditional methods; brush, roller (3/8" nap or foam) or spray
NUMBER OF COATS: 2 full coats with additional coat(s) at waterline and leading edges (e.g. bow, keel, rudder, chines)
WET FILM THICKNESS/COAT: 6-8 mils
DRY FILM THICKNESS/COAT: 3-4 mils
APPLICATION TEMP: 50oF to 90oF
COAT TO LAUNCH TIME: Not critical

Companion Products
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• EP-STRIP Water-based, Noncaustic Paint Remover
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