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VB-4360-SP
High Heat Vacuum Metallizing Basecoat |
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Description
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VB-4360-SP is an industry
recognized standard, in High Heat
Resistant Clear VM Basecoats. Among its
attributes, VB-4360-SP offers adhesion
to most high heat resistant substrates
including Nylon, GTX,
PC, BMC, PET, Polyarylate,
Aluminum, Steel, Zinc Die Cast, Ultem
and Amodel PPA.
At optimum cure,
VB-4360-SP develops exceptional hardness
and provides iridescent free performance
through 500 F. This Metallizing Basecoat
exhibits excellent specularity and
optical properties, and cures to a
clear, transparent film.
VB-4360-SP is
suggested for use on high intensity
Automotive and general purpose lighting
applications, where the ultimate in
adhesion and performance are required.
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Properties
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Values
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Notations
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Specific Gravity:
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.92 - .98
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at 77 °F.
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Pound/Gallon:
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7.66 - 8.16
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at 77 °F.
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Solids content:
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41.0 - 46.0 %
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Range by weight
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Viscosity:
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26 - 31 sec.
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#2 Zahn Cup
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Spread:
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1240 sq/ft
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at .5 mills (approximate)
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Boiling Range:
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82 - 340
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°C
- °F
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Flash Point:
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4
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°F
(TCC)
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V.O.C. Content:
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> 4.00
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lb/gl
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Other Information
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DOT Classification:
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Flammable Liquid
(FL)
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HMIS Rating:
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2-3-0
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H-F-R
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Application
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Method:
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Apply by Conventional or
HVLP Spray, Dip and Flow Coating
application.
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Reduction
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Apply as is, without
reduction for spray. Reduce 2:1 or as much
as 3:1 with Acetone or Butyl Acetate for
dipping applications. Reduce 3:1 or as
much as 4:1 with Butyl Acetate for
application by flow coat method.
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Cure Cycle
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Flash off 15 to 30 minutes,
followed by a 90 minute Cure at 250
degrees F. For shorter baking schedules
where higher temperatures permit, bake at
300 - 325 degrees F. for 60 minutes. Can
be cured for shorter durations, at
temperatures up to 500 degrees F.
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Special Notes
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Due to the unique nature of
this coating, VB-4360-SP can be cured at
significantly lower temperatures than the
assemblies in-service operating
temperature may require. Please
contact your Pearl Paint representative to
learn more about VB-4360-SP and other
thermally resistant Vacuum Metallizing
Coatings.
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Storage
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Store in tightly sealed
containers, at ambient temperatures.
Protect from moisture, evaporation and foreign
materials. Process ability of this product
can be adversely affected by evaporation
and contamination.
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Shelf Life
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12 months, provided
materials are kept in sealed original
containers under specified conditions.
Storage beyond this period can produce
higher viscosities.
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Availability
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VB-4360-SP is available in 5 and 55 gallon epoxy
phenolic lined steel containers. Please
contact Pearl Paints for ordering
information.
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