PRODUCT DESCRIPTION:
ADVANTAGE #550 UNIVERSAL URETHANE Clearcoat 4.4 VOC was designed for overall and panel refinishing. It is a fast
drying, user friendly clearcoat that produces an extremely durable finish. Excellent for use in air and force dry environments.
SURFACE PREPARATION:
Surface must be clean, dry, and free of any contaminants, such as wax, oil, etc. Always wash vehicle with soap
and water. Wipe surface with Wax & Grease Remover. Abrade the surface to remove any corrosion. Re-clean area
with Final Wipe - Wax & Grease Remover. Prime bare metal with appropriate primers.
MIXING DIRECTIONS:
Mix 4 parts #550 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:
1. Adjust air pressure to 45-50 psi (Siphon); 35-40 (Gravity @ Gun); 30-40 (HVLP), 6-8 psi (@ cap).
2. Apply 3 full wet coats.
3. Allow 10-15 minutes flash time between coats. Keep spray gun 6-10 inches from substrate to avoid
problems associated with air entrapment.
4. Allow to dry overnight before exposing to the weather.
| 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 | OVERALL | |
| Gravity Feed: 1.3 mm - 1.5 mm |
Gravity Feed: | 35-40 psi | |
| Siphon Feed: 1.3 mm - 1.5 mm |
Siphon Feed: | 45-50 psi | |
| HVLP: 1.3 mm - 1.5 mm |
HVLP: HVLP @ Cap: |
30-40 psi 6-8 psi |
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| FLASH/DRY TIMES: | |||
| Dry Times: | 551 @ or above 77°F |
552 @ or above 85°F |
553 @ or above 95°F |
| Dust Free | 15 minutes | 20 minutes | 25 minutes |
| Tack Free | 15 minutes | 20 minutes | 25 minutes |
| Wet Sand or Buffable | 8-10 hours | 10-12 hours | 12-14 hours |
| Delivery | overnight | overnight | overnight |
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 |
| Catalyst: | #551 Fast, #552 Medium, #553 Slow |
| Viscosity (Sprayable): | 17-19 seconds #2 Zahn |
| Suggested Fluid Tip Size*: | Siphon (1.3mm - 1.5mm) Gravity (1.3mm - 1.5mm) HVLP (1.3mm - 1.5mm) |
| Volume Solids (Sprayable): | 33% |
| Film Build: | 0.8 - 1.0 mils per full wet coat |
| Coverage: | 465 Sq. Ft. per gallon @ 1 mil |
| V.O.C. (Sprayable): | 4.4 lbs/gallon |
| Pot Life: | 4-5 Hours with #551, 8-10 hours with #552 or #553 |
| *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. Vaporsmay 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 15minutes. Getmedical attention. If SWALLOWED: Get medical attention immediately. DELAYED EFFECTS
FROMLONG TERMOVEREXPOSURE. Contains solventswhich can cause permanent brain and nervous systemdamage. Intentionalmisuse 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
USEONLY. SEEMATERIAL 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,methyl n-amyl ketone 110-43-0, XYLENES 1330-20-7, n-BUTYL ACETATE 123-86-4, ETHYL BENZENE 100-41-4, STYRENEMONOMER 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, themanufacturer 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. THISWARRANTY 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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