Interbond 1202UPC Universal Pipe Coating is a heat-resistant coating. Suitable for protecting above-ground pipes and fittings with operating temperatures between -196 °C (-321 °F) and +650 °C (1202 °F). A universal high-temperature pipe coating for corrosion protection in offshore environments, complying with ISO 12944-9. Interbond 1202UPC reacts with atmospheric moisture; keep the containers tightly closed until use, otherwise the unused paint may skin and the pot life is shortened. Parameters on this page: dry film thickness 100–200 µm (4–8 mils); theoretical spreading rate 5.60 m²/L; number of components: two.
Source: AKZONOBEL original technical data sheet (TDS) 'Interbond 1202UPC Universal Pipe Coating'. Spreading rate and other values converted from the TDS; for reference only.
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| Volume Solids | 56% |
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| Dry Film Thickness | 100–200 µm (4–8 mils) |
| Theoretical Spreading Rate | 5.60 m²/L |
| VOC | 3.42 lb/gal (410 g/L), US EPA Method 24, 31… |
| Density / Specific Gravity | 1.25 kg/L (10.4 lb/gal) |
| Number of Components | Two-component |
| Thinner | Normally no thinning is required |
| Mixing Ratio | 28 parts : 1 part (by volume) |
| Colour / Appearance | Metallic, grey, INTERBOND 1202UPC; gloss: matte |
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A universal high-temperature pipe coating for corrosion protection in offshore environments, complying with ISO 12944-9.
Interbond 1202UPC is a two-component, room-temperature-curing inorganic copolymer.
Meets the NACE SP0198 definition of an internal interpenetrating-network, inert copolymer matrix coating.
Suitable for protecting above-ground pipes and fittings with operating temperatures between -196 °C (-321 °F) and +650 °C (1202 °F).
As a single coating system, Interbond 1202UPC provides anticorrosive protection for complex pipes and fittings, simplifies the coating specifications for process piping and fittings, reduces coating complexity and overall painting cost on new projects, and is designed for one- or two-coat application on carbon steel and stainless steel surfaces for long-term anticorrosive protection.
Suitable for use under and without insulation, and for low-temperature pipes and equipment. Not suitable for buried service.
| Colour | Metallic, grey, INTERBOND 1202UPC; gloss: matte |
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| Volume Solids | 56% |
| Typical thickness | Dry film thickness 100–200 µm (4–8 mils), equivalent to wet film thickness 179–357 µm (7.2–14.3 mils) |
| Theoretical Spreading Rate | At 100 µm dry film thickness and the stated volume solids: 5.60 m²/L; at 4 mils dry film thickness and the stated volume solids: 225 ft²/US gal |
| Practical Spreading Rate | Allowing for a suitable loss factor |
| Application Methods | Suitable for airless spray, air spray, brush, conventional spray and roller; for drying time refer to the self-recoat interval |
| Temperature | Surface Dry | Hard Dry | Minimum | Maximum |
| 10°C (50°F) | 90 min | 6 h | 14 days | |
| 15°C (59°F) | 60 min | 6 h | 14 days | |
| 25°C (77°F) | 30 min | 3 h | 6 h | 14 days |
| 40°C (104°F) | 15 min | 3 h | 6 h | 14 days |
If the maximum recoat interval is exceeded, wash the Interbond 1202UPC surface thoroughly with fresh water, then lightly abrade.
| Flash point (typical) | Component A 37 °C (99 °F); component B 76 °C (169 °F); after mixing 39 °C (102 °F) |
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| Product weight | 1.25 kg/L (10.4 lb/gal) |
| Volatile Organic Compounds | 3.42 lb/gal (410 g/L), US EPA Method 24; 311 g/kg, EU Solvent Emissions Directive (Commission Directive 2010/75); 405 g/L, Chinese national standard GB 23985; coating hazard GB 30981.2-S-Pb≤1000-NC; complies with GB 30981.2-2025. For more details, refer to the 'Product Characteristics' section. |
All surfaces to be coated shall be clean, dry and free from contamination. Before application, all surfaces shall be assessed and prepared in accordance with ISO 8504:2019. Oil and grease shall be removed in accordance with the SSPC-SP1 solvent cleaning standard.
Blasting: abrasive blast-clean to Sa 2½ (ISO 8501-1:2007) or SSPC-SP10. If oxidation occurs between blasting and application of Interbond 1202UPC, re-blast the surface to the specified visual standard.
Surface defects exposed during abrasive blasting must be ground, filled or treated by a suitable method.
Power tool cleaning (small areas only): for small-scale repair, power tool clean to SSPC SP11. For optimum performance, a surface roughness of 50 µm is required.
Austenitic stainless steel: ensure the surface is clean, dry and rust-free before application. Blast with non-metallic, chloride-free abrasive to a surface roughness above 50 µm, preferably reaching 50 µm.
roughness to ensure optimum protection of the steel structure at high and cycling temperatures.
Primed surfaces: Interbond 1202UPC is suitable for application over freshly applied zinc silicate shop primer.
If the zinc dust shop primer shows large-scale scattered breakdown or heavy zinc salts, the entire area must be fully sweep blasted.
Not suitable for recoating other types of shop primer; remove them completely by abrasive blasting.
Welds and damaged areas must be blast cleaned to Sa 2½ (ISO 8501-1:2007) or SSPC-SP6.
| Mixing | This product is supplied in two containers forming one unit. Mix the two components in the specified ratio in one operation. Once mixed, use within the specified pot life. |
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(1) Stir the base (Component A) with a power mixer.
(2) Mix all of the curing agent (Component B) with the base (Component A) and stir thoroughly with a power mixer.
Refer to the Interbond 1202UPC application guide for more information.
| Mixing ratio | 28 parts : 1 part (by volume) |
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| Pot life | 10°C (50°F) | 15°C (59°F) | 25°C (77°F) | 40°C (104°F) |
| 8 h | 8 h | 4 h |
| Suitable for airless spray | Recommended nozzle tip 0.58–0.69 mm (23–27 thousandths of an inch); total paint pressure at the nozzle not less than 141 kg/cm² (2005 lb/in²). For ease of application, remove all filters from the pump and spray gun |
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| Air Spray | Recommended when overcoating with the topcoat | Spray gun | DeVilbiss MBC or JGA |
| Air nozzle | 704 or 765 | ||
| (with pressure pot) | Spray painting | E | |
| Air spray (conventional) | Recommended when overcoating with the topcoat | Use suitable dedicated equipment. | |
| Brush | Usable — for touch-up only | Typical thickness 60 µm (2.4 mils) | |
| Roller application | Usable — for touch-up only | Typical thickness 60 µm (2.4 mils) | |
| Thinner | International GTA007 | Normally no thinning is required. |
In extreme cases, consult the local technical representative.
Do not thin beyond the requirements of local environmental regulations.
| Cleaner | Use a cleaning solvent that complies with local regulations. Consult the local representative for specific recommendations. |
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| Interruption of work | Do not leave paint in hoses, spray guns or spray equipment. Flush all equipment thoroughly with International thinner. Mixed paint should not be re-sealed; if work is interrupted for a long period, use freshly mixed paint when work resumes. |
| Cleaning | All equipment should be cleaned immediately after use with International thinner. Flushing spray equipment periodically during daily work is good practice. Cleaning frequency depends on the volume sprayed, temperature, spraying time, including delays, and other factors. |
All surplus paint and empty containers must be disposed of in accordance with the relevant local laws/regulations.
Before use, refer to the detailed Interbond 1202UPC application procedure.
Interbond 1202UPC meets the NACE SP0198 Table 2 definition of an internal interpenetrating-network copolymer coating, recommended for steel structures under insulation.
When applying Interbond 1202UPC in confined spaces, ensure adequate ventilation.
The temperature of the surface to be coated must be at least 3 °C (5 °F) above the dew point.
Interbond 1202UPC reacts with atmospheric moisture; keep the containers tightly closed until use, otherwise the unused paint may skin and the pot life is shortened.
Like many products containing suspended aluminium flake, the Interbond 1202UPC coating develops a polished appearance after mechanical impact. This affects only the appearance, not the anticorrosive performance.
Handle all coated surfaces with care during storage and transport to avoid damage and scratches.
Because of the coating's flexibility and the recommended dry film thickness of at least 200 µm (8 mils), the pull-off adhesion test (ISO 4624) is not applicable. Use the cross-cut method in ASTM D3359 for adhesion assessment, with an acceptable rating of ≥3A.
For high-temperature service with an inorganic zinc primer, apply this product strictly within the film thickness range. Over-thick film may cause blistering and loss of adhesion. Before applying this heat-resistant coating, follow the curing instructions on the relevant inorganic zinc product datasheet to ensure the inorganic zinc is fully cured.
With a zinc silicate primer, the recommended zinc silicate dry film thickness is 50 µm (2 mils) to ensure maximum surface strength under subsequent temperature cycling and avoid topcoat delamination. The maximum single-coat thickness of Interbond 1202UPC is 150 µm (6 mil
| s), and the maximum total dry film thickness of the whole system is 300 µm (12 mils). | Overcoating should be carried out before the zinc silicate coating oxidises. Where this is not possible, the zinc silicate surface shall be clean and free from zinc corrosion products. |
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Note: VOC values are typical and for guidance only. They may vary with colour and general production tolerances.
Although the low-molecular-weight reactive additive becomes part of the film when cured under normal ambient conditions, analysis by EPA Method 24 shows that it also affects the VOC value.
Interbond 1202UPC is normally applied directly to metal surfaces. As a specialized coating, it is compatible with only a few products.
Suitable primers: Interzinc 22 series. For colour identification, Interbond 1202UPC may be overcoated.
Suitable topcoats: Interthane 990, Intertherm 875. For other suitable topcoats, consult International Protective Coatings.
| For further information on the industry standards, terms and abbreviations used in this datasheet, see www.international-pc.com | in the following documents available on the website: • Definitions and abbreviations • Surface preparation • Coating application • Theoretical and practical spreading rates • Interbond 1202UPC application guide. The contents of these sections are also available as separate booklets on request. |
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This product must be applied at the production site by professional applicators in accordance with the recommendations in this manual, the Material Safety Data Sheet and the instructions on the container label. Do not use this product without first reviewing the Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) that International Paint provides for its customers.
All work related to the application and use of this product must be carried out in accordance with the relevant national health, safety and environmental standards and regulations.
If welding or flame cutting is required on metal coated with this product, dust and fumes will be generated; use appropriate personal protective equipment and adequate local ventilation.
If in doubt about the suitability of this product for the intended use, consult AkzoNobel for further advice.
| Packaging Specifications | Component A | Component B | ||
| Volume | Packaging | Volume | Packaging | |
| 15 L | 14.48 L | 20 L | 0.52 L | 0.75 L |
| 5 US gal | 3.82 US gal | 5 US gal | 0.18 US gal | 0.25 US gal |
| 1 US gal | 0.77 US gal | 1 US gal | 0.03 US gal | 1 US pint |
For other packaging sizes, contact AkzoNobel.
| Packaging Specifications | Component A | Component B |
| 15 L | 19.6 kg | 0.61 kg |
| 5 US gal | 43.9 lb | 1.7 lb |
| 1 US gal | 8.7 lb | 0.4 lb |
| Shelf life | At least 12 months at 25 °C (77 °F). Thereafter, inspection is required. Store in a dry, cool environment away from heat and sources of ignition. |
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The factory item numbers of Interbond 1202UPC Universal Pipe Coating are as follows.Item No.is the most accurate form when ordering;Colour/colour codecorresponds to the actual colour (RAL, GSB are colour chart codes);Packaging SpecificationsFactory complete-set specification format. Colors not listed may be ordered against the colour card.
| Item No. | Colour / colour code | Packaging Specifications |
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| HTA160 | Metallic Grey | 15 L |
This model has a total of1item numbers, all listed on this page; colours outside the table (including special colours and bulk packaging) can be confirmed by phone, delivery dates are advised according to the factory's current production schedule and stock. In the packaging specification, the "+" indicates the complete-set notation for two-component products (base + curing agent), subject to the factory specification; a "—" in the colour column denotes an auxiliary product, or that the item has no colour code in the factory system.
