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Identification & Functionality
- Chemical Family
- Product Type
- Technologies
- Product Families
Features & Benefits
- Ready-to-Use Product Features
- Product Features
- Excellent UV stability providing long term gloss and color retention
- Outstanding chemical resistance
- Outstanding abrasion resistance
- Outstanding impact resistance
- A library of over 40,000 colors
- VOC Compliant
- Tested to comply with FDA 21 CFR 175.300 criteria for food contact
Applications & Uses
- Applications
- Application Method
- Recommended Uses
EX-2C Low VOC Topcoat is intended for industrial applications; either new build or maintenance. EX-2C Low VOC Topcoat is suitable for application on all Endura primers.
Industries:
- Oilfield & Energy Services
- Well Service vehicles
- Drilling
- Tanks
- Cranes and Construction Equipment
- Waste and Recycling Industry
- Garbage Trucks
- Trailers and Rolling Stock
- Marine (above the water line)
- Mix Ratio
1 part by volume of component A and 1 part by volume of component B. The recommended temperature when mixed is 68-77°F (20-25°C). Other EX-2C B components are available for varying ambient conditions and application requirements.
- Surface Preparation
EX-2C Low VOC Topcoat can be applied over all Endura primer sealers and primer surfacers without sanding during their topcoat window. The topcoat window varies with each primer. If the primer topcoat window has been surpassed; the primer should be sanded with 240 – 280 grit sandpaper to achieve inter-coat adhesion. All sanding dust must be blown off prior to application of the topcoat.
- Application Method
EX-2C Low VOC Topcoat can be applied using most spray painting systems.
Note: Ensure that any solvent absorbent primer surfacers are properly sealed with a primer sealer prior to application of the topcoat.
Solid Colors: Apply two single wet coats of EX-2C Low VOC. Apply a thinner first coat of EX-2C Low VOC at 1.5 - 2.0 mils wet, followed by a second wet coat of 2.0 - 3.5 mils wet. Allow up to 30 minutes between coats.
Metallic Colors: Three coats are recommended for metallic colors. Apply two medium coats. Allow up to 30 minutes flash off time between coats. Immediately following the second wet coat apply a third “mist coat” to achieve a uniform finish.
When a high-hide version of any solid or metallic color is used it must be clear coated to realize full gloss and UV stability.
- Spray Gun Setup
Feed Type Fluid Tip Application Pressures (Heel of Gun) Fluid Delivery Siphon Feed 1.6 - 1.8 mm 40 - 50 psi Gravity Feed 1.3 - 1.8 mm 30 - 40 psi Pressure Feed 1.0 - 1.4 mm 50 - 60 psi 12 - 14 oz/min Air Assist Airless 9 - 13 Thou 1000 - 1800 psi Airless 9 - 13 Thou 1700 - 3000 psi - Spray Viscosity
Note: Spraying viscosity and thinning will depend on ambient conditions, spray equipment used and the desired surface finish. To maintain VOC compliance, if required, thin with Endura Low VOC topcoat Thinners/Reducers.
FTH0021 – Low VOC Topcoat Thinner/ Reducer
FTH0023 – Slow Low VOC Topcoat Thinner / Reducer
- Film Build
EX-2C Low VOC Topcoat has a recommended film build thickness of:
WFT (Unreduced) 3.5 - 5.5 mils 89 - 140 microns
DFT 1.5 - 2.5 mils 38 - 63 microns
The recommended dry film thickness is above the blast/ sanding profile.
Theoretical coverage at 1.0 mil (25 microns) DFT: 675 ft² per gallon at 100% transfer efficiency
- Dry Times
Masking and Dry time charts:
20°C 30°C 40°C Top Coat 2 Hours 1 Hours 30 Minutes Full Cure 7 - 14 Days Note: Dry Times are subject to ambient conditions (temperature and humidity), good airflow and film build of the topcoat.
For best results surface temperature must be 86°F (30°C) or less before top coating. Maximum re-coat window without sanding is 18 hrs at 68°F (20°C). After 18 hours EX-2C Low VOC topcoat must be sanded to achieve inter-coat adhesion. Mechanical sanding with 220 – 320 grit is recommended before topcoating. The use of Super Catalyst II with Endura topcoats will accelerate drying times.
Important Note: Ensure that no more than three coats of paint are applied in a 12-hour shift. This includes primer, mid-coat, topcoats, and clear coat. If more than three coats have been applied wait 10-12 hours to allow for proper solvent evaporation.
- Top Coating Infomation
This Product can be top coated with the entire range of Endura topcoat products.
- Clean Up
Clean all equipment immediately after use with Endura High Strength Gun Wash, Endura epoxy reducer or Endura EX-2C thinner.
- Automotive Finish
To achieve an automotive like finish (smooth, minimal orange peel) with EX-2C Low VOC Topcoat additional reduction will be required
Recommended Mixing Ratio:
2 parts by volume Component A
2 parts by volume Component B
1 part by volume Medium Topcoat Reducer
This reduction will result in a spray viscosity of approximately 14.5 secs Ford 4 Cup (White)
Note: depending on the color, reduction will vary. For example, whites may require slightly more reduction than metallics.
Recommended Reduced Spray Viscosity:
Reduced Mixed Viscosity 14-15 seconds Ford 4 Cup (White)
Note: Spraying viscosity and thinning will depend on ambient conditions, spray equipment used, and the desired surface finish. Application of a third coat will be required to achieve the recommended film build of dry: 1.5 – 2.5 mils DFT (37.5 – 62.5 microns).
- Clear Coating
If EX-2C Low VOC Topcoat is going to be clear coated the following minimum times before application of the clear coat are recommended.
- Solid Colors: 3 Hours
- Mettalic Colors: 6 hours
- Component B Selector
Note: To maintain VOC compliance, only the following Endura Component B activators may be used.
EX-2C Special B – For use when higher viscosity is required for brush and roll applications.
2 parts by volume of component A and 1 part by volume of component B.
Note: EX-2C California B – A Zero VOC B for the most stringent of VOC emission standards.
1 part by volume of component A and 1 part by volume of component B.
EX-2C Low VOC A.C.T. B – For use when speed is critical for multiple color striping. 1 part by volume of component A and 1 part by volume of component B.
Properties
- Finish (60°C)
- High Gloss (90+GU)
- Typical Properties
- Specifications
| Value | Units | Test Method / Conditions | |
| Volume Solids Mixed (1:1) | 36 - 44 | % | - |
| VOC Mixed (Unreduced) | 297.0 | g/l | EPA Method 24 |
| Value | Units | Test Method / Conditions | |
| Solvent Resistance | No Failure | - | ASTM D4752 |
| Impact Resistance (100 in. lbs) | No Failure | - | ASTM D2794 |
| Flexibility (1/8 in. Mandrel Bend) | No Failure | - | ASTM D2794 |
| Service Temperature | -40 to 182 | °C | - |
| Hardness | 2H | - | ASTM D3363 |
| Abrasion Resistance (1000 Cycles - CS 17, Loss) | 32.0 | mg | ASTM D4060 |
Regulatory & Compliance
- Certifications & Compliance
Safety & Health
- Environmental Conditions
For optimum coating performance product, substrate and ambient temperature should be between 68°F-77°F (20°C-25°C). To prevent condensation during application the surface temperature must be 5°F (3°C) or more above the dew point at all times.
Packaging & Availability
- Ordering Information (Sizing)
1 Mixed Quart (946 ml) Comp A CLRXXXXX-010 1 Pint (473 ml) Comp B FUB0112-010 1 Pint (473 ml) 2 Mixed Quart (946 ml) Comp A CLRXXXXX-020 1 Quart (946 ml) Comp B FUB2100-020 1 Quart (946 ml) 2 Mixed Gallons (7.56 L) Comp A CLRXXXXX-030 1 Gallon (3.78 L)
Comp B FUB2100-030 1 Gallon (3.78 L)
10 Mixed Gallons (37.8 L) Comp A CLRXXXXX-050 5 Gallon (18.9 L)
Comp B FUB2100-050 5 Gallon (18.9 L)
Storage & Handling
- Pot Life (25°C, 50% RH)
- 8 - 10 Hours
- Shelf Life
- 3 Years (Component A, 25°C), 2 Years (Component B, 25°C)