Thurmalox 245 Primer is a high temperature, corrosion resistant primer formulated from silicone resins and zinc dust. Thurmalox 245 Primer provides outstanding corrosion protection for metal surfaces operating at temperatures from 500ºF (260ºC) to 1000ºF (538ºC), with peaks to 1200ºF (649ºC). Thurmalox 245 is the primer for both Thurmalox 230 Series and Thurmalox 280 Aluminum heat resistant topcoats. These primer/topcoat systems have excellent intercoat adhesion and are able to withstand severe thermal shock throughout the entire temperature range.

245

NO
50°F - 120°F
(10°C – 49°C)

Silicone Zinc Dust

Dark Gray

Ambient to 500°F / 1000°F
(260°C / 538°C)

1200°F
(649°C)

1000°F
(538°C)

No

Carbon Steel

2

33% / 50%

1

1.5 - 2.0
(37 - 50)

4.5 - 6.0 / 3.0 - 4.0
(112-150 / 75-100)

530 / 834 sq. ft.
(13 / 20 sq. m)

30 mins / 6-8 hrs

8 hrs / 10-12 hrs

24 hours / 48 hours

4.9 / lb./gal.
(583 g/L)

No

No

Heat Cure at
300°F
(149°C)

SSPC SP-10

50°F - 120°F
(10°C - 49°C)