Knowde Enhanced TDS
Identification & Functionality
- Chemical Family
- Product Type
- Gloss
- Flat
- Technologies
- Product Families
Features & Benefits
- Ready-to-Use Product Features
Applications & Uses
- Applications
- Applications
Application Considerations
- Mixing: Stir thoroughly, making sure no pigment remains on the bottom of the can.
- Thinning: Thin with water only if necessary up to one pint per gallon.
- Apply by brush, mitt, roller, or spray. When the temperature is above 90°F make sure that full wet coats are applied, overlapping each pass 50% to avoid dusting. Material can freeze. Avoid applying when overnight freeze or rain is possible. Coverage will vary depending on surface texture, equipment in use, application methods, and experience of the applicator.
- Proper touch-up is accomplished by applying a thin coat of this product over a well coated surface using the same method of application as used to apply the finish coat, that is, spray over spray, roller over roller. If the finish coat is sprayed, it is also possible to spray a small amount into an empty container, then touching up with a foam brush. Touch up should be done within 5°F of the original temperature.
Cleanup
Use soap and water.
Where to Use
This product is specifically designed for use on galvanized antenna towers.
Preparation & Priming
Surface Preparation
- Existing Towers: Must be dry. Spot prime all rusted areas and remove any contaminants including chalk, dirt, grease, failing paint, etc. Prior to application, prepare substrate in accordance with SSPC-SP1 standards. On unpainted surfaces, clean contaminants such as dirt, white Zinc oxide, etc. and spot prime rusted areas.
- New Galvanize: Must be dry. Clean all oil, grease, or other contaminants in accordance with SSPC-SP1 standards. For maximum performance and when feasible, if spangle is present it is recommended to brush blast to gray galvanize or etch with hydrochloric acid until weathered gray appearance is reached. Follow with clear water rinse until surface is free of blast or etch residue. Note: when blasting or etching use caution to avoid removing excess zinc metal.
Primer Coats
- Existing Towers: Spot prime rust areas with Anchor #2722 Red Rust Inhibitive Waterborne Primer.
- New Galvanize: Self-priming or Anchor #2722 for maximum performance.
Properties
- Typical Properties
| Value | Units | Test Method / Conditions | |
| Surface Temperature | 50 - 110 | °F | - |
| Theoretical Coverage (1 mil dry) | 592.0 | Ft²/gal | - |
| Coverage Rates per Coat (Dry Mils) | 2.0 | Ft²/gal | - |
| Coverage Rates per Coat (Wet Mils) | 5.4 | Ft²/gal | - |
| Coverage Rates per Coat | 296.0 | Ft²/gal | - |
| Architectural And Industrial Maintenance Category | Antenna Coatings | - | - |
| Drying Time (To Touch) | 1.0 | Hours | - |
| Drying Time (To Recoat) | 2.0 | Hours | - |
| Solids by Volume | 36.9 | % | - |
| AIM Category VOC Limit | 530.0 | g/l | - |
| Coating VOC | 82.0 | g/l | - |
| Material VOC | 34.0 | g/l | - |
| Density | 1338.0 | g/l | - |
| Storage Temperature | 35 - 110 | °F | - |
| Flexibillity | Excellent | - | - |
| Heat Resistance (Continuous) | 120 - 150 | - | - |
| Abrasion | Good | - | - |
Regulatory & Compliance
- Conformance Standards
Flexi-Coat Aviation Coatings AA4514 meets Federal Standard 595 color #17875 White and color #12197 Orange. Also complies with national Bureau of Standards report NBS1R75-663 and F.A.A. A/C70/7460-1K Rev Date 2/01/07.
Safety & Health
- Safety Information
- Overexposure may cause kidney damage. Causes eye irritation. Contains: ethylene glycol.
- Use only with adequate ventilation. Avoid breathing vapors or spray mist. Ensure fresh air entry during application and drying. If you experience eye watering, headache or dizziness or if air monitoring demonstrates vapor/mist levels are above applicable limits, wear an appropriate, properly fitted respirator (niosh approved) during and after application. Follow respirator manufacturer’s directions for respirator use. Avoid contact with eyes. Wash thoroughly after handling. Keep out of reach of children.
- If you scrape, sand or remove old paint, you may release lead dust. Lead is toxic. Exposure to lead dust can cause serious illness, such as brain damage, especially in children. Pregnant women should also avoid exposure. Wear a niosh-approved respirator to control lead exposure. Clean up carefully with a hepa vacuum and a wet mop.
Storage & Handling
- Shelf Life
- 2 Years Under Normal Conditions (Unopened)
- Storage Temperature
35°F - 110 °F.