Arctic White Urethane Basecoat Clear Coat Auto Paint Kit w/ TCI Clear Coat – Economy

Description

Automotive Clear Coat Kit Includes:

The Paint For Cars automotive clear coat kit includes the following:

• 1 Gallon Starfire Basecoat Paint
• 2 Quarts Starfire Medium Urethane Reducer – UR8304
• 1 Gallon TCI Urethane Automotive Clear Coat
• 1 Quart TCI Urethane Clear Coat Activator
• 3 Sticks
• 3 Strainers
• 1 Dust Mask

Automotive Clear Coat Description:

When it comes to superior quality in an automotive clear coat, look no further than Paint For Cars’ auto clear coat “Starfire” Urethane Basecoat products.

Starfire Urethane Basecoat Technical Information Guide

Our Starfire Urethane Basecoat is easy to use – in fact, you can apply with a variety of urethane clear coats to obtain the desired gloss and UV protection.

Substrates

Starfire Urethane Basecoat paints can be applied over properly prepared OEM finishes or previously painted surfaces: (these include enamel, urethane, and lacquer).

Fiberglass, plastics, body work, and bare metal may require the use of a primer.

Mixing Ratio

3 Parts Paint
1 Part Reducer

1. To mix this product, measure out the items into a mixing cup.
2. Mix only enough paint to spray at that time.
3. DO NOT mix all material at the same time.
4. Repeat process as needed.

Pot Life

• Temperature – 65-80 degrees
• Humidity – Less than 50%
• Unmixed paint – if properly covered will maintain indefinite pot life.
• Mixed paint – estimated 4-6 hours uncovered

(The use of retarders or reducers other than what is provided in the kit may alter pot life.)

Surface Preparations

• To get started, we recommend that you wash with soap and water.
• You can also use wax and grease remover.
• Sand areas and apply primers as you need.
• Next, apply the top coat. For use of acrylic lacquer primers, you will need to wait 24 hours before painting.

Technical Setup

You can use our Starfire automotive clear coat product with most spray gun setups.

• HVLP: – 1.3-1.5mm – 8-10 psi at the cap
• Conventional: – 1.3-1.5mm – 35-50 psi at the gun
• Siphon: – 1.3-1.5mm – 35-70 psi at the gun (8-12 psi at the cup)

Application

• For application, you should apply two to three even medium wet costs 6-10 inches from vehicle.
• Flash time between coats is 15-20 minutes depending on shop conditions.
• A final “Dust Coat” may be needed to even out any metallic.
• After the final color coat, you’ll want to apply the automotive clear coat about 45-60 minutes afterwards.

Dry Times

Dry times are based on average shop conditions and film thickness achieved.

• Dust Free: 30 Min
• To Clear: 45-60 Min
• Tack Free: 4-6 hours
• Sandable: 24 hours
• Fully cured: 7-10 days
• Buff and Polish: 7-10 days
• Wax: 60 days

Physical Properties

• VOC: 3.5lbs/Gal max
• Theoretical Coverage: 300sqft/Gal
• Weight Solids: 39% avg.
• Volume Solids: 31.8 avg.
• Recommended Film Thickness: 1.0-2.0 mil
• Shelf Life: 12 months