Nitrocellulose

CHEMLACK Topcoat

441-51XX Chemlack 275 NC Clear TC

Product Codes:

441-5110 Matte
441-5120 Low Gloss
441-5140 Satin
441-5160 Semi-Gloss
441-5190 High Gloss

Surface Preparation:

Substrate must be sanded using 120, 150 or 180 grit stearated paper prior to staining or coating. Sealers should be sanded with 240, 280 and 320 grit stearated papers prior to being coated. Appropriate sealers are Chemcraft lacquer sealers or self-seal. Appropriate stains are 825-39XX series stains or 824-50XX series waterborne stains.

General Information:

Agitate material before use. Chemlack 275 must be agitated thoroughly at all times to ensure product consistency. Apply 3-5 wet mils on sanded substrate. Further coats may be applied after complete drying followed by sanding with 280/320 grit stearated paper.

Maximum film build of Chemlack 275 should not exceed 3 mils dry. Maximum film build of total coating system must not exceed 3 mils dry.

PDF Name: US-PIS_441-51XX_Chemlack_275_NC_Clear_TC

Tack Free Time: 10 minutes

Files: US-PIS_441-51XX_Chemlack_275_NC_Clear_TC.pdf

Dry to Sand : 20 - 25 minutes

Dry to Stack: 2 - 3 hours

Tack Free Time: Flash off before entering oven

VOC less exempt lb/gal: <2.29

Dry to Sand: 15 – 20 minutes

VOC lb/gal: <0.60

VOC less exempt g/l: <275

VOC g/l: <72

VOC lb/lb Solid: <0.35

Dry to Stack: 60 – 90 minutes

VHAPs lb/lb Solid: <0.001

Note: N/A

Note:

N/A

spec_description:

Chemlack 275 is a single component nitrocellulose lacquer that provides good depth and clarity. This product has been formulated to meet 275 g/L VOC regulations.

spec_uses:

Chemlack 275 is recommended for household furniture, millwork, decorative items as well as many other interior wood applications

Suggested Uses:

Wood Finish

Mixing Ratio:

N/A

Pot Life:

N/A

Application Viscosity:

Zahn #2 signature cup 18 – 22 seconds

Reducer: 803-1325 or 803-1349

Retarder: 800-5915

Clean-up Solvent: 800-5500

Recommended Wet Film: 3 – 5 mils

Coverage:

270 sq. ft/gal at 1 mil dry and at 100% transfer efficiency. Coverage will vary depending on method of application or coating thickness.

Note application:

The addition of these reducers or retarders could affect 275 VOC compliance.

Viscosity:

Zahn #2 signature cup 22 sec at 77°F

Flash Point: 0°F (-18°C)

Density (lb/gal): 7.58

Solid (% by weight): 23%

Solid (% by volume): 17%

Shelf Life (months): 12

CHEMBASE Pigmented Primer

545-1900 Chembase 275 White NC Pigmented Primer

Product Codes:

545-1900

Surface Preparation:

Substrate must be sanded using 120, 150 or 180 grit stearated paper prior to coating. Chembase 275 White should be sanded prior to being topcoated with 280/320 grit stearated paper. Appropriate topcoats are Chemlack Express 275 White 230-22XX. Chembase 275 White cannot be used on metal or old oil finishes.

General Information:

Agitate material before use. Chembase 275 White must be agitated thoroughly at all times to ensure product consistency.

Apply at 3-5 mils wet on sanded substrate. A further coat may be applied after complete drying followed by sanding with 280/320 grit stearated paper.

Maximum film build of Chembase 275 White should not exceed 3 mils dry. Maximum film build of total coating system must not exceed 4 mils dry.

Chembase 275 White contains stearate and must not be used under pre-catalyzed or post-catalyzed coatings.

Chembase 275 White should not be used and dried at temperatures below 64°F or relative humidity above 65%. Ammonia cleaners should not be used for cleaning the finish surfaces. This may accelerate discoloration.

PDF Name: US-PIS_545-1900_Chembase_275_White_NC_Pigmented_Primer

Tack Free Time: 15 minutes

Files: US-PIS_545-1900_Chembase_275_White_NC_Pigmented_Primer.pdf

Dry to Sand : 30 - 45 minutes

Dry to Stack: 2 – 3 hours

Tack Free Time: Flash off before entering oven

VOC less exempt lb/gal: <2.3

Dry to Sand: 20 – 30 minutes

VOC lb/gal: <0.95

VOC less exempt g/l: <275

VOC g/l: <115

VOC lb/lb Solid: <0.20

Dry to Stack: 60 – 90 minutes

VHAPs lb/lb Solid: <0.10

Note: N/A

Note:

See individual compliance sheets for specific data

spec_description:

Chembase 275 White is a single component, stearated nitrocellulose basecoat/primer that provides good build and hide. Chembase 275 White will dry quickly, sand easily and is supplied at a ready to spray viscosity. This product has been formulated to meet 275 g/l VOC regulations.

Recommended: American Woodworking Institute Nitrocellulose Lacquer System (8^th Ed).

spec_uses:

Chembase 275 White is a recommended primer for Chemcraft Chemlack 275 White nitrocellulose lacquer. This system is designed for millwork, household furniture, decorative items as well as many other interior wood applications.

Suggested Uses:

Wood Primer

Mixing Ratio:

N/A

Pot Life:

N/A

Application Viscosity:

Zahn #2 signature cup 22 seconds

Reducer: Up to 50 % with 800-5500 Typical reduction is 20-30%

Retarder: 800-5915 Do not use over 3%

Clean-up Solvent: Acetone 800-5500

Recommended Wet Film: 3 – 5 mils

Coverage:

(Reduced 30% for application) 350 sq. ft/gal at 1 mil dry and at 100% transfer efficiency. Coverage will vary depending on method of application or coating thickness.

Note application:

N/A

Viscosity:

70 KU at 77°F

Flash Point: -0° F (-18°C)

Density (lb/gal): 9.72

Solid (% by weight): 51%

Solid (% by volume): 28%

Shelf Life (months): 12

CHEMBASE Pigmented Primer

545-2701 Chembase 550 Black NC Pigmented Primer

Product Codes:

545-2701

Surface Preparation:

Substrate must be sanded using 120, 150 or 180 grit stearated paper prior to coating. Chembase 550 Black should be sanded prior to being topcoated with 280/320 grit stearated paper. Appropriate topcoats are Chemlack 550 Black 230-27XX. Chembase 550 Black cannot be used on metal or old oil finishes.

General Information:

Agitate material before use. Chembase 550 Black must be agitated thoroughly at all times to ensure product consistency and consistent gloss.

Apply at 3-5 mils wet on sanded substrate. A further coat may be applied after complete drying followed by sanding with 280/320 grit stearated paper.

Maximum film build of Chembase 550 Black should not exceed 3 mils dry. Maximum film build of total coating system must not exceed 4 mils dry.

Chembase 550 Black should not be used and dried at temperatures below 64°F or relative humidity above 65%.

PDF Name: US-PIS_545-2701_Chembase_550_Black_NC_Pigmented_Primer

Tack Free Time: 15 minutes

Files: US-PIS_545-2701_Chembase_550_Black_NC_Pigmented_Primer.pdf

Dry to Sand : 30 – 45 minutes

Dry to Stack: 2 – 3 hours

Tack Free Time: Flash off before entering oven

VOC less exempt lb/gal: <4.60

Dry to Sand: 20 – 30 minutes

VOC lb/gal: <2.30

VOC less exempt g/l: <550

VOC g/l: <275

VOC lb/lb Solid: <0.90

Dry to Stack: 60 – 90 minutes

VHAPs lb/lb Solid: <0.20

Note: N/A

Note:

N/A

spec_description:

Chembase 550 Black is a single component nitrocellulose basecoat/primer that provides good build and hide. Chembase 550 Black is a quality coating designed for the professional applicator who requires an easy to handle product. Chembase 550 Black is supplied at a ready to spray viscosity. This coating will dry quickly and sand easily. Chembase 550 Black may be used for many interior wood applications.

Recommended: Architectural Woodwork Institute Nitrocellulose Lacquer System (8^th Ed).

spec_uses:

Chembase 550 Black is a recommended primer for Chemcraft Chemlack 550 Black nitrocellulose lacquer. This system is designed for millwork, household furniture, decorative items as well as many other interior wood applications.

Suggested Uses:

Wood Primer

Mixing Ratio:

N/A

Pot Life:

N/A

Application Viscosity:

Zahn #2 signature cup 22 – 30 seconds

Reducer: 800-5500

Retarder: 800-5742

Clean-up Solvent: 800-5500

Recommended Wet Film: 3 – 5 mils

Coverage:

Coverage is 336 sq. ft/gal at 1 mil dry and at 100% transfer efficiency. Coverage will vary depending on method of application or coating thickness.

Note application:

N/A

Viscosity:

Zahn #2 signature cup 30 sec at 77°F

Flash Point: -4° F (-20°C)

Density (lb/gal): 7.96

Solid (% by weight): 33.5%

Solid (% by volume): 21%

Shelf Life (months): 12

CHEMBASE Pigmented Primer

545-1901 Chembase 275 Black NC Pigmented Primer

Product Codes:

545-1901

Surface Preparation:

Substrate must be sanded using 120, 150 or 180 grit stearated paper prior to coating. Chembase 275 Black should be sanded prior to being topcoated with 280/320 grit stearated paper. Appropriate topcoats are Chemlack 275 Black 230-22XX, Chemlack Express 275 441-22XX or Chemlack 275 441-51XX. Chembase 275 Black cannot be used on metal or old oil finishes

General Information:

Agitate material before use. Chembase 275 Black must be agitated thoroughly at all times to ensure product consistency and consistent gloss.

Apply at 3-5 mils wet on sanded substrate. A further coat may be applied after complete drying followed by sanding with 280/320 grit stearated paper.

Maximum film build of Chembase 275 Black should not exceed 3 mils dry. Maximum film build of total coating system must not exceed 4 mils dry.

Chembase 275 Black should not be used and dried at temperatures below 64°F or relative humidity above 65%.

PDF Name: US-PIS_545-1901_Chembase_275_Black_NC_Pigmented_Primer

Tack Free Time: 15 minutes

Files: US-PIS_545-1901_Chembase_275_Black_NC_Pigmented_Primer.pdf

Dry to Sand : 30 - 45 minutes

Dry to Stack: 2 - 3 hours

Tack Free Time: Flash off before entering oven

VOC less exempt lb/gal: <2.30

Dry to Sand: 20 – 30 minutes

VOC lb/gal: <0.62

VOC less exempt g/l: <275

VOC g/l: <75

VOC lb/lb Solid: <0.25

Dry to Stack: 60 – 90 minutes

VHAPs lb/lb Solid: <0.00

Note: N/A

Note:

N/A

spec_description:

Chembase 275 Black is a single component nitrocellulose basecoat/primer that provides good build and hide. This product has been formulated to meet 275 g/l VOC regulations. Chembase 275 Black is a recommended primer for Chemcraft Chemlack 275 Black nitrocellulose lacquer. Chembase 275 Black is a quality coating designed for the professional applicator who requires an easy to handle product. Chembase 275 Black is supplied at a ready to spray viscosity. This coating will dry quickly and sand easily.

Recommended: Architectural Woodwork Institute Nitrocellulose Lacquer System (8^th Ed).

spec_uses:

This system is designed for millwork, household furniture, decorative items as well as many other interior wood applications.

Suggested Uses:

Wood Primer

Mixing Ratio:

N/A

Pot Life:

N/A

Application Viscosity:

Zahn #2 signature cup 22 seconds

Reducer: 800-5500

Retarder: 800-5915

Clean-up Solvent: 800-5500

Recommended Wet Film: 3 – 5 mils

Coverage:

Coverage (reduced 10% for application) is 267 sq. ft/gal at 1 mil dry and at 100% transfer efficiency. Coverage will vary depending on method of application or coating thickness.

Note application:

N/A

Viscosity:

Zahn #2 signature cup 28-34 sec at 77°F

Flash Point: -4°F (-20°C)

Density (lb/gal): 8.11

Solid (% by weight): 30.1%

Solid (% by volume): 18.4%

Shelf Life (months): 12

CHEMBASE Pigmented Primer

545-5104 Chembase White NC Pigmented Primer

Product Codes:

545-5104

Surface Preparation:

Substrate should be sanded using 120, 150 or 180 grit stearated paper prior to coating. Primers should be sanded with 280/320 grit stearated paper prior to being coated.

General Information:

Chembase White may be applied in two or more coats, depending on the desired finish. The dry film build should not exceed 2 – 3 mils. The total dry film build of the system should not exceed 4 mils.

Chembase White should be thoroughly stirred, and mixed with an appropriate amount of reducer.

Chembase White must not be polluted with oil, varnish or the like and must not be sanded with steel wool between coats.

Chembase White 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 finish surfaces. This may accelerate discoloration.

PDF Name: US-PIS_545-5104_Chembase_White_NC_Pigmented_Primer

Tack Free Time: 10 – 15 minutes

Files: US-PIS_545-5104_Chembase_White_NC_Pigmented_Primer.pdf

Dry to Sand : 45 minutes

Dry to Stack: 2 hours

Tack Free Time: Flash off before entering oven

VOC less exempt lb/gal: <5.00

Dry to Sand: 20 – 30 minutes

VOC lb/gal: <3.30

VOC less exempt g/l: <600

VOC g/l: <400

VOC lb/lb Solid: <0.90

Dry to Stack: 45 minutes

VHAPs lb/lb Solid: <0.25

Note: N/A

Note:

See individual compliance sheets for specific data

spec_description:

Chembase White is a ready to use, white nitrocellulose primer. It is a single pack, conventional lacquer basecoat recommended as the primer for Chemlack White 230-65XX. Chembase White dries to sand quickly and powders well during sanding.

spec_uses:

N/A

Suggested Uses:

Wood Primer

Mixing Ratio:

Reduce as required

Pot Life:

N/A

Application Viscosity:

Zahn #2 signature cup 25 – 30 seconds

Reducer: 803-1298

Retarder: 800-5328

Clean-up Solvent: N/A

Recommended Wet Film: 3 – 5 mils

Coverage:

341 sq. ft/gal at 1 mil dry and at 100% transfer efficiency. Coverage will vary depending on method of application or coating thickness.

Note application:

N/A

Viscosity:

95 KU at 77°F

Flash Point: -0.4° F (-20°C)

Density (lb/gal): 9.2

Solid (% by weight): 40%

Solid (% by volume): 21%

Shelf Life (months): 12

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