Candy Apple Red Metallic Acrylic Enamel Automotive Paint Kit

Description

Candy Red Apple Kit Includes:

• 1 Gallon Starfire Acrylic Enamel Paint
• 1 Quart Starfire Acrylic Enamel Medium Reducer
• 1 Pint Starfire Acrylic Enamel Hardener – Wet look
• 3 Sticks
• 3 Strainers
• 1 Dust Mask

Paint For Cars Single Stage Kit Benefits:

Paint For Cars‘ high quality Candy Red Starfire High Solids Acrylic Enamel, is a single stage, fast drying, and very easy to spray durable finishing system.

• Our paint kits provide OEM durability and gloss in a single stage finish.
• Our refinishers are a chemical and solvent resistant paint film that helps to significantly reduce the chances of chipping, cracking, fading and excellent adhesion over virtually any OEM type finish with the proper preparation.
• For overall refinishing, Starfire Acrylic Enamel Candy Red Auto Paint Series provides versatility and durability at prices that are extremely competitive in today’s auto paint markets.
• Our Starfire Candy Red High Solids Acrylic Enamel can be applied as a single stage or top coated with a clear coat for higher gloss and durability.
• Paint For Cars has over 39 premium colors available with new colors including Candy Red auto paint that are being added all the time!

Starfire Acrylic Enamel Technical Information Guide

Starfire acrylic enamel is an easy to use single stage paint system. Starfire acrylic enamel offers a high gloss, easy flow out, and a durable chip-resistant finish without the need for a clear coat.

Substrates

Starfire acrylic enamel paints can be applied over properly prepared OEM finishes or previously painted surfaces (enamel, urethane, and lacquer). Fiberglass, plastics, body work, and bare metal may require the use of a primer.

Mixing Ratio

8 Parts Paint
2 Parts Reducer
1 Part Hardener/Activator

Example – 8oz paint, 2oz reducer, and 1oz hardener

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

Pot Life

Temperature – 65-80 degrees
Humidity – Less than 50%
Unmixed paint – estimated 4-6 hours
Mixed paint – estimated 30 minutes
(The use of retarders or reducers other than what is provided in the kit may alter pot life.)

Surface Preparations

Before sanding it is recommended to wash with soap and water only. The use of a wax and grease remover is also recommended. Sand areas and apply primers as needed. Read directions for the primer used before applying top coat.

Technical setup

Starfire Acrylic enamel can be sprayed 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)

20”-21” #2 Zhan cup

Application

Apply 2-3 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 required to even out any metallic.

Dry Times

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

Dust Free: 30 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: 5.0lbs/Gal max
Theoretical Coverage: 300sqft/Gal
Weight Solids: 39% avg.
Volume Solids: 31.8 avg.
Recommended Film Thickness: 2.0 mil
Shelf Life: 12 months

 SAFETY AND HANDLING

PAINT MATERIALS CAN CAUSE IRRITATION OF THE RESPIRATORY ORGANS AND HYPERSENSITIVE REACTIONS. ASTHMA SUFFERS THOSE WITH ALLERGIES AND ANYONE WITH A HISTORY OF RESPIRATORY COMPLAINTS SHOULD TAKE PROPER PRECAUTIONS. DO NOT SAND, FLAME CUT, BRAZE OR WELD DRY COATING WITHOUT NIOSH APPROVED AIR PURIFYING RESPIRATOR WITH PARTICULATE FILTERS OR APPROPRIATE VENTILATION AND GLOVES.