Hempel's Acrylic Silane Self-polishing Antifouling Paint Sonic 79970 is an antifouling paint of the acrylic coating system. Suitable for newbuildings and for maintenance of underwater hulls and boottop areas with dry-docking intervals up to 90 months. This product contains no organotin compounds as biocide and complies with the International Convention on the Control of Harmful Anti-fouling Systems on Ships (IMO document AFS/CONF/26) adopted by the International Maritime Organization (IMO) in October 2001. Parameters on this page: volume solids 58 ± 2%, DFT 100 µm, theoretical spreading rate 5.8 m²/L. Comparable products of the same brand and type: Hempel's Acrylic High-build Topcoat 460CN, Hempel's Acrylic Enamel 5636E, Hempel's Acrylic Polysiloxane Topcoat 730.
Parameter source: HEMPEL original Technical Data Sheet (TDS) \"Hempel's Acrylic Silane Self-polishing Antifouling Paint Sonic 79970\"; values such as spreading rate are converted from TDS parameters and are for selection reference only.
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| Volume Solids | 58 ± 2% |
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| Dry Film Thickness | 100 µm |
| Theoretical Spreading Rate | 5.8 m²/L |
| VOC | 360 g/L (China) |
| Density / Specific Gravity | 1.9 kg/L |
| Number of Components | — |
| Flash Point | 25°C |
| Thinner | HEMPEL's Thinner 08080 |
| Colour / Appearance | Brown-red 51110 ** |
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Hempel's Antifouling Sonic 79970 is a high-solids chemically hydrolysing silyl acrylate antifouling paint. It provides hull antifouling protection with low friction and predictable polishing, delivering high performance with minimum activation time. Hempel's Antifouling Sonic 79970 is designed for long-term antifouling performance and contains a high concentration of advanced biocides that prevent fouling under severe trading conditions. Hempel's Antifouling Sonic 79970 ensures minimum speed loss over time and offers considerable potential for fuel savings and reduced carbon emissions. Hempel's Antifouling Sonic 79970 uses Hempel's Smartfiber technology, which provides high mechanical strength and effectively prevents cracking and peeling.
This product contains no organotin compounds as biocides, and complies with the International Convention on the Control of Harmful Anti-fouling Systems on Ships adopted by the IMO in October 2001 (IMO document AFS/CONF/26).
Suitable for newbuildings and for maintenance of underwater hulls and boottop areas with dry-docking intervals up to 90 months. Suitable for all global trading patterns, exposed in the outfitting stage to coastal and fresh water or sea water.
| Product safety | Flash point 25 °C |
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| Regulations | Value |
| European Union | 360 g/L |
| USA (coatings) | 360 g/L |
| USA (regulatory) | 360 g/L |
| China | 360 g/L |
Subject to specific legislation; see the explanatory notes on the Hempel website hempel.com or your local Hempel website. VOC values may vary with colour; refer to Section 9 of the Safety Data Sheet. This product complies with the VOC requirements of national mandatory or recommended standards; consult the company representative for details.
Handle with care. Before and during use, observe the safety labels on the packaging and paint containers and comply with all local and national safety regulations. Consult the Hempel Safety Data Sheet and Product Data Sheet for the product at all times.
For professional use only.
| Product code | 79970 |
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| Standard colour* / code | Brown-red 51110 ** |
| Gloss | Flat |
| Volume solids | 58 ± 2% |
| density | 1.9 kg/L |
| Recommended dry film thickness | 100 µm |
For further details, refer to the separate Hempel document Surface Preparation Guide.
This product contains heavy particles. Stir thoroughly before use. For thinning questions, consult Hempel.
| Thinner | HEMPEL's Thinner 08080 |
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| Cleaning solvent | HEMPEL's Thinner 08080 |
| Tools | Application parameters |
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Nozzle pressure: 27 MPa
Nozzle size: 0.69–0.79 mm. Filter: remove the manifold filter and tip filter. Never thin beyond the limits of local environmental regulations. Spray parameters are indicative and may be adjusted to suit site conditions. Pressure figures apply to the material at 20 °C. (*For other application methods, consult the company representative.)
| Specification range | Low | High | Recommended |
| Wet Film Thickness | 138 µm | 302 µm | 173 µm |
| Theoretical Spreading Rate | 7.2 m²/L | 3.3 m²/L | 5.8 m²/L |
Depending on the end use and service area, the product may be specified at film thicknesses other than those indicated. This will alter the spreading rate, drying and curing times and recoat interval.
| Surface temperature | 10°C | 20°C |
| Hard Dry | 60 min | 30 |
Measured at 100 µm dry film thickness under standard conditions; see Hempel's explanatory notes.
For further information, refer to Hempel's specifications.
- To achieve the stated drying times, adequate ventilation during application, drying and curing is essential.
| Ambient temperature | 25°C |
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| Product | 12 months |
When stored in unopened original containers, shelf life is counted from the date of production. Thereafter, the product quality must be re-inspected. Storage at high temperatures may shorten the shelf life. For advice, consult Hempel.
- Store the product in accordance with the Safety Data Sheet, label and local regulations. Keep containers in a dry, cool, well-ventilated place away from heat and sources of ignition. Keep containers tightly closed. Handle with care.
| GWP (Global Warming Potential) | 20.4 g CO₂e/m² |
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Carbon footprint is based on a 1 µm dry film thickness formed over a surface area of 1 m².
The scope includes raw materials, transport to the Hempel factory, the Hempel production process, and any volatile organic compounds (VOC) emitted during and after use of the product.
Calculated based on the standard colours defined in this PDS. Values may vary with colour.
| Number | Document description | Location/Notes |
| 3. | PDS | This document |
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| 1. | Technical declaration | Provides one-off specific advice for the requirements of a specific project |
| 2. | Specifications | Issued for specific projects only |
| 4. | Explanatory notes to the PDS | Available for download at www.hempel.com, containing information related to product test parameters |
| 5. | Application guide | If available, provided at www.hempel.com |
| 6. | General technical guidelines (e.g. application and surface preparation) |
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