Hempablade Edge 172

PRODUCT DATASHEET

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Product characteristics

Recommended use

Hempablade Edge 172 is recommended as a final top-layer applied either during the blade factory coating application process or during field service & maintenance situations. A fast curing solution and therefore suitable when high productivity is key.

Service temperature:

• Maximum, dry exposure only: 60°C [140°F].

Features

• High performance rain erosion protection tested according to industry standard DNV-GL RP-0171.
• A broad application window extending seasonality use and application efficiency. Limits annual energy production loss and noise driven by aerodynamic disturbances.

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Product safety

Flash point
130°C [265°F]

VOC content mixed product

Legislation	Value
EU	8 g/L [0.07 lb/US gal]
US (coatings)	8 g/L [0.07 lb/US gal]
US (regulatory)	8 g/L [0.07 lb/US gal]
Canada	8 g/L [0.07 lb/US gal]
China	8 g/L [0.07 lb/US gal]
Hong Kong	8 g/L [0.07 lb/US gal]
Korea	8 g/L [0.07 lb/US gal]

Handling

Handle with care. Before and during use, observe safety labels on packaging and paint containers and follow all local and national safety regulations. Always consult Hempel’s Safety Data Sheet for this product along with the Product Data Sheet.

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Product data

Product code
37610

Product components
Base 37619
Curing Agent 97007

Standard shade / code
Light Grey 11150

Gloss
High-gloss

Volume solids
100%

Specific gravity
1.3 kg/L [11 lb/US gal]

Reference dry film thickness
400 micron [16 mils]

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Surface preparation

Cleanliness

• The surface must be dry and clean prior to application.

New build:

• A uniform anchoring profile should be achieved by suitable surface preparation method(s).
• Remove dust, loose material and any other contamination.
• The surface must be dry and clean prior to application.

Maintenance and Repair

• Maximum allowed concentration of water soluble salts measured according to ISO 8502-9: 110 mg/m² (NaCl equivalent).
• Remove oil, grease and other contaminants by suitable detergent cleaning.
• A uniform anchoring profile should be achieved by suitable surface preparation method(s).
• Remove dust, loose material and any other contamination.
• The surface must be dry and clean prior to application.

Consult Hempel’s separate Surface Preparation Guidelines for more details.

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Application

Mixing ratio
Base 37619 : Curing Agent 97007
(1 : 1 by volume)
Thinning is not allowed.

Thinner
No thinning

Cleaner
Hempel’s Thinner 08080

Pot life

Product temperature	Pot life
20°C [68°F]	12 min

Application method

Tool	Thinning max vol.	Application parameters
Brush/Roller	No thinning	Not Applicable.
Spatula	No thinning	Not Applicable.

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Film thickness

Specification range	Low	High	Recommended
Dry film thickness	350 micron [14 mils]	450 micron [18 mils]	400 micron [16 mils]
Wet film thickness	350 micron [14 mils]	450 micron [18 mils]	400 micron [16 mils]
Theoretical spreading rate	2.9 m²/L [118 sq ft/US gal]	2.2 m²/L [90 sq ft/US gal]	2.5 m²/L [102 sq ft/US gal]

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Application conditions

• To avoid condensation, apply on a clean and dry surface with a temperature that is at least 3°C [5°F] above the dew point.
• Surface temperature must be above 5°C [41°F] during application and curing.
• Surface temperature must be below 35°C [95°F] during application and curing.
• According to Hempel’s Specification.

Relative Humidity:

• Relative humidity must be in the range 30–85% during application.
• Relative humidity must be in the range 30–85% during curing.

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Drying and overcoating

Product compatibility

• Previous coat: According to Hempel’s Specification.
• Subsequent coat: None or according to Hempel’s specification.

Drying time

Surface temperature	10°C [50°F]	20°C [68°F]	30°C [86°F]
Touch dry min	120	90	60
Surface dry hours	4	3	2
Hard dry hours	6½	4	2½
Through dry hours	8	7	4

Determined for dry film thickness 400 micron [16 mils] at standard conditions, see Hempel’s Explanatory Notes for details.
Any masking tape used during paint application should be removed while the paint is still in the wet condition.

Drying conditions

• Condensation on the freshly applied coating should be avoided.

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Storage

Shelf life

Ambient temperature	Base	Curing Agent
25°C [77°F]	12 months	12 months

Shelf life from date of production, when stored in original, unopened containers. Thereafter, the product quality must be re-inspected.
Storage at elevated temperatures may reduce shelf life. For advice, please consult Hempel.

Storage conditions

• The curing agent is sensitive to moisture. Store in a dry place and keep the can tightly closed until use.
• In case shelf life is exceeded, the product must be re-evaluated before use. Please contact a Hempel representative.

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Carbon Footprint

Dry film thickness	1 µm	1 mil
GWP (Global Warming Potential)	6.7 g CO₂e/m²	0.035 lb CO₂e/ft²

The carbon footprint is for 1 square meter / square foot of surface area with a dry film thickness of 1 micron / mil.
The scope includes raw materials, in-bound transport to the Hempel factory, Hempel manufacturing processes, and any Volatile Organic Compounds emitted during and after the application of the product.
It is calculated based on the standard shade defined in this PDS. Values may vary with shade.

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References

Product Data Sheet – Hempablade Edge 172
Issued by Hempel A/S – June 2025
Document Version: 4/4
Source: https://www.hempel.com

Technical Guidelines and Explanatory Notes
Last accessed: 28 May 2025
Reference link: https://www.hempel.com/service-and-support/technical-guidelines

Note: Always consult the latest version of the Product Data Sheet and associated documents directly from Hempel’s official website to ensure accuracy and compliance with the most current recommendations.