HMG HYBRID – REGATTA BLUE (BS 18 E 53) – SEMI-GLOSS EPOXY POLYESTER POWDER COATING

Smooth Semi-Gloss Protection in a Bold Nautical Blue

HMG’s 617 Series Epoxy Polyester in Regatta Blue (BS 18 E 53) delivers a rich, mid-tone blue finish with a smooth semi-gloss sheen. This hybrid coating blends the toughness of epoxy with the colour stability of polyester, making it ideal for stylish, durable indoor metalwork.

Key Features

🔵 BS 18 E 53 Regatta Blue – clean, bold colour with a refined semi-gloss finish

🧪 Excellent chemical resistance – resists oils, acids, alkalis, and solvents

🛡️ Corrosion protection – 250 hrs salt spray resistance

🔥 Fire rated to Class 0 – suitable for public interiors and safety-critical environments

♻️ Coverage: 10–14 m²/kg @ 60 µm

⚙️ Cures in 10 mins @ 180°C (or 160°C low bake)

Best For

Office furniture & partitions – clean blue tone with practical protection

Electrical enclosures & switchgear – visibility, strength, and compliance

IT housings & metal casings – professional finish with scratch resistance

Retail fittings & storage systems – durable and decorative

Architectural interiors – smooth colour for railings, supports, or infill panels

Technical Summary

Resin: Thermosetting epoxy-polyester hybrid

Finish: Semi-gloss only

Film thickness: 60–100 μm recommended

Application method: Corona electrostatic spray

Shelf life: 12 months (stored <20°C)

RoHS compliant: Free from lead, cadmium, mercury & Cr⁶⁺

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