Product Specifications

Viscosity:	Flash Point:	Density (Kg/L):	Solid (% by weight):	Solid (% by volume):	Shelf Life (months):
Zahn #4 signature cup, 21 sec at 25°C	4°C	1.10 ± 2% at 25°C	53 ± 1%	38 ± 1%	12

Product Description

Plasticolor White RTS is a ready to use, acid curing high-solids fast drying Reactive Amino Coating (RAC). This is a fast building product due to its high solid content (38% by volume).  It gives a smooth, knock-proof and hardwearing surface resisting influence from alcohol, water, etc. This pigmented conversion varnish has very good light stability based on the type of resin used. 

Uses

Plasticolor White RTS is used as the final coat over wood, plywood, chipboard, etc. meant for interior use. This product is recommended for kitchen cabinets, high build office or residential furniture as well as many other interior wood applications where high build and durability are required. 

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:
4.33	4.33	520	520	0.90	0.60

Note:

See individual compliance sheet for specific data.

Application Data

Suggested Uses:	Mixing Ratio:	Pot Life:	Application Viscosity:	Reducer:	Retarder:	Clean-up Solvent:	Recommended Wet Film:	Coverage:
Spray	8% 999-017 or 999-031A	8 hours	Zahn #2 signature cup, 19-23 sec at 25°C	121-8020 ir 121-803 if necessary	800-5328 EEP (2-3% maximum)	Lacquer Thinner	3 - 5 mils	16 m2/l (172 pi2/l) at 1 mil dry and at 100% efficiency. Coverage will vary depending on method of application or coating thickness.

Note:

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Surface Preparation

Primer should be sanded using #280/320 grit stearated paper before application of the topcoat and must be recovered withing 8 hours after sanding. Care should be taken during sanding to avoid sanding through the primer. Plasticolor White must not be applied over metal, old oil finish or nitrocellulose lacquer. 

General Information

Plasticolor enamel must be thoroughly stirred, while adding hardener and reducers in the recommended ration.  To ensure proper sheen, the catalyzed material should be agitated at all times. Apply 3 - 5 mils wet on sanded surface. A subsequent coat can be applied after complete cure, and a good sanding with #280/320 grit paper is necessary to obtain a good adhesion.  The subsequent coat must be applied the same day as the previous coat is sanded. Dry film thickness of topcoat must not exceed 3 mils.  Total dry film thickness of system should not exceed 6 mils. Plasticolor must not be polluted with oil, varnish or the like and must not be sanded with steel wool between coats. Contact with metal surfaces should be avoided once the Plasticolor White RTS has been catalyzed. 
To obtain complete cure, the Plasticolor must be applied at a temperature above 18ºC and relative humidity below 65%.  When drying, this product is not to be exposed to ammonia vapors. Finished surface must not be cleaned with ammonia containing products. 

Primers to use with 117-55XX Plasticolor White RTS Conversion Varnish Pigmented Topcoat are:
220-214 Plastiprimer Off White Post-Cat Pigmented Primer
522-1410 Plastiprimer 900 White Post-Cat Pigmented Primer

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

At 20°C (Minimum Required)

Tack Free Time:	Dry to Sand:	Dry to Stack:
30 – 45 minutes	90 - 120 minutes	12 hours

At 50°C (Minimum Required)

Tack Free Time:	Dry to Sand:	Dry to Stack:
Flash off before entering oven	45-60 minutes	2 hours

Note:

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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.