Product Specifications

Viscosity:	Flash Point:	Density (lb/gal):	Solid (% by weight):	Solid (% by volume):	Shelf Life (months):
Zahn #2 signature cup 18 sec at 77°F	39°F (4°C)	8.1	49%	39%	12

Product Description

E-Var is a high quality, acid curing Reactive Amino Coating (RAC). This is a fast building product due to its high solid content (39% volume). E-Var has very good light stability based on the choice of resin used in the product. E-Var does meet regulations regarding photochemical reactive material (PRM).

Special Recognition:  Meets Kitchen Cabinet Manufacturer Association (KCMA) Standards.

Recommended:  Architectural Woodwork Institute (AWI). T.R.4.

Uses

E-Var is recommended for kitchen cabinets, high build office or residential furniture as well as other interior wood applications. 

Environmental Data (as supplied)

VOC less exempt lb/gal:	VOC lb/gal:	VOC less exempt g/l:	VOC g/l:	VOC lb/lb Solid:	VHAPs lb/lb Solid:
<4.20	<4.20	<505	<505	<1.10	<0.20

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Application Data

Suggested Uses:	Mixing Ratio:	Pot Life:	Application Viscosity:	Reducer:	Retarder:	Clean-up Solvent:	Recommended Wet Film:	Coverage:
Wood Finish	100 parts 421-80XX to 3 parts 873-1205 or 100 parts 421-80XX to 10 parts 873-0870	12 hours	Zahn #2 signature cup 17-18 seconds	N/A	800-5328	803-1298	3 – 4 mils	722 sq. ft/gal at 1 mil dry and at 100% transfer efficiency. Coverage will vary depending on the method of application or coating thickness.

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Surface Preparation

Substrate must be sanded using 120 or 150 grit stearated paper prior to staining or coating. Sealers, if used, should be with 240, 280 and 320 grit stearated paper sanded prior to being coated. The substrate as well as the sealers should be topcoated within eight hours of being sanded. E-Var 80 cannot be used on metal, old oil or cellulose lacquers. Stain systems used under acid catalyzed systems should be acid stable. Akzonobel recommends using 825-90XX, 825-91XX Promatch® C-Mix or 890-85XX Promatch Dye Stains.

General Information

Catalyze and reduce the material as recommended. E-Var is applied in one to three coats on all kinds of wood meant for indoor use. On open pored woods, the best self-sealing is obtained by adding a minimum of 25% Reducer 803-1325 to the E-Var after catalyzing.  Thorough sanding between the coats is a must for good adhesion. The second and subsequent coats must be applied the same day as the previous coat is sanded.

E-Var must be thoroughly stirred, while adding catalyst and reducer in the recommended ratio. Total recommended film build of E-Var and sealer should not exceed 4 mils dry.

When this product is used on its own sealer, its special formulation ensures excellent filling and easy sanding properties with superior holdout for subsequent coating.

This product can be used as a self-sealer if reduced 20 – 30%. Appropriate sealers are Catalyzed Vinyl Sealer 546-7023 with 3% Catalyst 873-0870, or Chemvinyl 546-8002 or Danseal 432-1220. Consult with your coatings supplier for specific recommendations.

E-Var demonstrates excellent resistance to marring, dry heat, moisture, household and office liquids, etc.

E-Var must not be polluted with oil, varnish or the like and must not be sanded with steel wool between the coats. E-Var must not be used and dried at temperatures below 64°F or relative humidity above 65%. During the curing process, the coating must not be exposed to ammonia vapors. Ammonia cleaners should not be used for cleaning the finished surface. This may accelerate discoloration.

THE CUSTOMER IS RESPONSIBLE FOR FOLLOWING THE RECOMMENDED APPLICATION PROCEDURES. FAILURE TO ADHERE TO THE RECOMMENDATIONS GIVEN IN THIS DATA SHEET WILL LIKELY RESULT IN UNSATISFACTORY FILM APPEARANCE OR FILM FAILURE. THE COMPLETE COATING SYSTEM SHOULD BE CHECKED FOR REQUIRED PROPERTIES PRIOR TO THE START-UP OF PRODUCTION.

Drying Times

Room Temperature (68°F)

Tack Free Time:	Dry to Sand:	Dry to Stack:
15 minutes	2 hours	Overnight

Forced Drying Schedule (122°F)

Tack Free Time:	Dry to Sand:	Dry to Stack:
Flash off before entering oven	45 minutes	3 hours

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Dry times are greatly affected by film build, porosity of substrate, air movement as well as heat and humidity. Temperatures are based on actual board temperature. This may vary depending on length of time for boards to reach these temperatures. Minimum curing temperatures of 64°F/18°C must be maintained throughout the curing cycle to achieve the film integrity as stated in product features.