PRODUCT DESCRIPTION:
ADVANTAGE #555 UNIVERSAL QUICK FINISH Clearcoat 4.2 VOC was designed to offer ease of application, great flow and
leveling, superior gloss & DOI in a highly productive 2K polyurethane clearcoat. Under the proper conditions #555 can be
polished in as little as 90 minutes.
SURFACE PREPARATION:
Apply Undercoats and Basecoat per manufacturer’s instruction. Over OEM or completely cured previously painted
substrates scuff with a gray scuff pad or 600 grit then wipe clean with Wax & Grease Remover.
Allow basecoat adequate flash time (follow manufacturer’s recommendation). Follow basecoat manufacturer’s
recommendation for recoat intervals.
MIXING DIRECTIONS:
Mix 4 parts #555 clear with 1 part #551, #552, or #553 activator by volume. Activator selection should be based on
the size of the part to be painted and the temperature of both the air and part at time of painting.
| APPLICATION DIRECTIONS: | |
| Number of Coats: 2-3 wet coats Application Density: Medium-wet to wet Overlap: 50% Flash: Follow recommendations in "Dry Time" section |
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| Application Conditions: | Minimum Temp - 50°F (Substrate Temp.) |
| Max Temp - 100°F (Substrate Temp.) | |
| Ambient Humidity - Less than 80% preferred | |
| ADDITIVES: | |
| ACCELERATOR: N/A | FISHEYE: N/A |
| FLEX ADDITIVE: Not required | Note: Do not spray when surface temperature is below 50°F |
SUBSTRATES:
Commercially available acrylic/cab basecoats with a VOC less than 6.6 lbs/gal.
Properly prepared previously painted substrates
| GUN SETUPS: | AIR PRESSURES | ||
| CONVENTIONAL | CONVENTIONAL @ Gun | Panel | OVERALL |
| Gravity Feed: 1.3 mm - 1.5 mm |
Gravity Feed: | 35-45 psi | 45-50 psi |
| Siphon Feed: 1.6 mm - 1.8 mm |
Siphon Feed: | 35-45 psi | 45-50 psi |
| HVLP: 1.3 mm - 1.6 mm |
HVLP @ Cap: | 6-8 psi | 9-10 psi |
| FLASH/DRY TIMES: | |||
| Dry Times: | 551 @ or above 77°F |
552 @ or above 85°F |
553 @ or above 95°F |
| Flash Between Coats | 3-5 min | 5-7 min | 5-10 min |
| Dust Free | 5-7 min | 7-10 min | 10-15 min |
| Sand/Polish | 1.5-2 hours | 1.5-2 hours | 1.5-2 hours |
| Force Dry (Convection Heat) |
#551 | #552 | #553 |
| Purge time before applying heat | 0-10 min | 0-10 min | 0-10 min |
| Force Dry Time | 20 min @ 165°F | 20 min @ 165°F | 20 min @ 165°F |
| Sand and Buff | After Cool Down | After Cool Down | After Cool Down |
CLEAN-UP & STORAGE:
Clean spray equipment immediately after use with Acrylic Lacquer Thinner or Urethane Reducer. Do not leave material in
spray gun.
| PRODUCT TECHNICAL DATA: | |
| Mix Ratio: | 4 parts clearcoat: 1 part activator |
| Density: | 8.69 lbs/gal (unactivated) |
| Solids (Ready to Spray) | |
| By Weight | 37.71% |
| By Volume | 32.5% |
| VOC (Volatile Organic Content): | 4.2 lbs/gallon (ready to spray) |
| Viscosity: | 17-20 seconds Zahn #2 |
| Flash Point: | -4°F |
| Theoretical Coverage: | 510 ft2/gal @ 1 mil thickness |
| Pot Life: | 1-4 hours depending on activator selection |
| *NOTE: Some spray gun manufacturers have specific recommendations for specific spray guns & product viscosity, always check spray gun manufacturer’s recommendation. |
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SAFETY INFORMATION - FOR PROFESSIONAL/INDUSTRY USE ONLY:
DANGER: FLAMMABLE! HARMFUL IF INHALED - MAY AFFECT THE BRAIN OR NERVOUS SYSTEM, CAUSING DIZZINESS, HEADACHE OR NAUSEA. IRRITATES
EYES, SKIN AND RESPIRATORY TRACT. Contents are FLAMMABLE. Vapors may cause flash fires. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. During use and
until all vapors are gone: Keep area ventilated - Do not smoke - Extinguish all flames, pilot lights, and heaters - Turn off stoves, electric tools and appliances, and
any other sources of ignition. SEE CONTENTS STATEMENT ELSEWHERE ON LABEL. VAPOR HARMFUL. Use only with adequate ventilation. This product must
be used with an appropriate catalyst. Follow the respirator requirement and instructions on the catalyst. Avoid contact with eyes and skin. Wash hands after
using. Keep container closed when not in use. Do not transfer contents to other containers for storage. FIRST AID: If INHALED: If affected, remove from exposure.
Restore breathing, Keep warm and quiet. If on SKIN: Wash affected area thoroughly with soap and water. Remove contaminated clothing. Launder before re-use.
If in EYES: Flush eyes with large amounts of water for 15 minutes. Get medical attention. If SWALLOWED: Get medical attentionimmediately. DELAYED EFFECTS
FROM LONG TERM OVEREXPOSURE. Contains solvents which can cause permanent brain and nervous system damage. Intentional misuse by deliberately
concentrating and inhaling the contents can be harmful or fatal. This product must be mixed with other components before use. Before opening the packages,
READ AND FOLLOW WARNING LABELS ON ALL COMPONENTS. DO NOT TAKE INTERNALLY. KEEP OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN. FOR PROFESSIONAL
USE ONLY. SEE MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET. Prop 65 Statement: WARNING: This product contains a chemical known to the state of California to cause
cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Contents: acrylic polyol/polymer/resin (trade secret), ACETONE 67-64-1, XYLENES 1330-20-7, n-BUTYL ACETATE
123-86-4, methyl n-amyl ketone 110-43-0, ETHYL BENZENE 100-41-4, STYRENE MONOMER 100-42-5, 2-(2-hydroxy-3,5-di-(tert)-amylphenyl) benzotriazole
25973-55-1. Manufacturer’s Exclusive Limited Warranty: For Industrial use only by professional, trained personal using proper safety protective equipment. Not
for sale to, or use by, the general public. Manufacturer warrants that its products are free from defect in material and workmanship at the time of sale. In the
event that any product is proved by objective testing and analysis to have been defective at the time of sale, upon the return of the defective product, the
manufacturer shall replace the product at no cost, excluding the shipping costs, as the exclusive remedy. This warranty does not cover damage caused by
accident, misuse, improper application, improper combination of products or tampering. ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES WHETHER IT BE OF MERCHANTABILITY
AND/OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE EXCLUDED. THIS WARRANTY EXCLUDES ALL INCIDENTAL AND CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.
KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN. REFER TO MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET. EMERGENCY MEDICAL & SPILL CONTROL
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