Description
Pacifica Plus is a copper free ablative antifouling with dual antifouling properties: Econea (tm) for the control of barnacles and shell fouling, and Biolux® Slime Blocking Technology. It is a fast-drying, low VOC, high solid ablative antifouling which minimizes paint build-up. Suitable for all boats including sail, power and ideal for aluminum pontoon boats. ™ Econea is a trademark of Johnson and Johnson.
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION Pacifica Plus is a copper free antifouling that provides excellent protection from shell and weed fouling. It uses Biolux® technology to block slime and Econea® to ward off barnacles and zebra mussels. The fast dry formula of Pacifica Plus allows the boat to be painted and launched quickly and its ablative action reduces paint build up and helps to improve fuel efficiency. Pacifica Plus is available in bright colors and is suitable for use on all boats including fiberglass, aluminum, wood and steel and can be used in all waters. Pacifica Plus can be brush or roller applied.
PRODUCT INFORMATION
Color YBB263Black
Finish Low sheen
Specific Gravity 1.7
Volume Solids 65.94%
Typical Shelf Life 2 yrs
VOC (As Supplied) 330 g/lt
APPLICATION AND USE
Preparation
BARE ALUMINUM Sandblast or sand with medium grade (grit) emery cloth to a bright metal finish and wipe clean. Apply one coat of Interprotect 2000E that has been thinned 1520% with Reducing Solvent 2316N. Apply the Interprotect the same day as blasting or sanding.
FACTORY FINISHED ALUMINIUM Prime with Primocon.
BARE FIBERGLASS Begin by scrubbing the surface thoroughly with a stiff brush using soap and water to remove loose dirt and contamination. Flush with fresh water to remove the soap residue. Remove mold release wax using one of the following methods: Apply Fiberglass Surface Prep YMA601 or Low VOC Fiberglass Solvent Wash 202V with a maroon, 3M ScotchBrite® pad and scrub well. Flush with fresh water or wipe off with a clean, wet cloth ensuring that no traces of Fiberglass Surface Prep or Low VOC Fiberglass Solvent Wash remain. or An alternate method would be to dampen cheesecloth with Fiberglass Solvent Wash 202. Wipe thoroughly to remove all surface contamination and cleaners. Wipe off with a clean, dry rag before liquid dries. Wipe only a few square feet at a time and change rags frequently. To be certain the contamination has been removed, run water over the surface. If the water beads up or separates, repeat one of the above methods. When the water sheets off, all contamination has been removed. Repair all scratches, nicks and dings by sanding those areas with 80 grade (grit) paper. Remove sanding residue with Fiberglass Solvent Wash 202. Fill the repair areas with Interlux® Watertite Epoxy filler.
No Sand System Clean surface as above. Apply one coat of Interlux Interprotect 2000E. When the Interprotect 2000E is thumbprint tacky apply the first coat of Pacifica Plus. Apply the second coat of Pacifica Plus allowing the appropriate dry times between coats. Sanding System Clean surface as above. Sand entire gel coat well with 80grit sandpaper until a flat, matte finish is obtained. Wipe surface clean. Repair imperfections with Interlux® Watertite (YAV135). Sand and wipe clean.
BARE WOOD Sand with 80 grade (grit) paper. Clean with Special Thinner 216. Apply first coat reduced 10% with Special Thinner 216. Fill seams, if necessary, with Seam Compound Brown 30.
PREVIOUSLY PAINTED SURFACES In Good Condition with Pacifica or Trilux 33 Sand with 80 (grit) grade paper. Wipe with Special Thinner 216. TBT Copolymers If these coatings are more than a year old, wet sand the surface with 80 (grit) grade paper to a clean, firmly attached surface. Wipe down with Special Thinner 216. Apply 12 coats of TBT Sealer. NonTBT Copolymers Apply 1 coat of Primocon. Hard Antifoulings Sand surface with 80 grade (grit) paper to a clean firmly attached surface, wipe with Special Thinner 216. Apply Pacifica Plus. In Poor Condition Remove antifouling paint in poor condition. Sand and wipe clean with Fiberglass Solvent Wash 202.
STEEL Contact the Interlux Technical Service Department at 18004687589 for full information.
Method
At least 2 coats should be applied. Apply an extra stripe coat in areas of high wear such as chines, rudders, sterngear and any leading edges.
Hints
Thinner Special Thinner 216.
Thinning Do not exceed 10% maximum.
Airless Spray Pressure: 170204 bar/25003000 psi. Tip Size: 0.53 mm/0.021"
Conventional Spray Pressure: 3.444.47 bar/5065 psi (gun pressure); 1015 psi (pot pressure). Tip Size: 1.82.2 mm/0.0710.087" Other To prevent premature failure, ensure correct amount of paint is applied using the coverage as a guide.
Some Important Points Product temperature should be minimum 5°C/41°F and maximum 35°C/95°F. Ambient temperature should be minimum 5°C/41°F and maximum 35°C/95°F. Substrate temperature should be minimum 5°C/41°F and maximum 35°C/95°F.
Do not use below 5°C/41°F.
Compatibility/Substrates Apply to clean, dry, properly prepared surfaces only. Surface must be dry and clean, and free from grease, loose paint etc. Do not apply Pacifica Plus directly to aluminum. All metal surfaces must be primed with Interprotect 2000E/2001E or Primocon. Do not apply direct to tinbased paint such as Micron® 33, Micron® 44 or TriLux® IIT.
Number of Coats 2 coats, 3 on bare wood(first coat thinned)
Coverage
(Theoretical) 536 square feet per gallon per coat at 2.0 mils dft
Recommended DFT per coat 2 mils dry
Recommended WFT per coat 3 mils wet
Application Methods Airless Spray, Brush, Conventional Spray, Roller DO NOT SPRAY without following proper safety procedures for spray application.