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Identification & Functionality
- Chemical Family
- Product Type
- Technologies
- Product Families
Features & Benefits
- Ready-to-Use Product Features
- Product Features
- Direct to metal application
- Fast cure
- High build
- Excellent color retention
- Solid colors only
- VOC Compliant
Applications & Uses
- Applications
- Application Area
- Application Method
- Compatible Substrates & Surfaces
- Recommended Uses
Excel d2m and d2m (HS) is intended for industrial applications; either new build or maintenance. Excel d2m and d2m (HS) can be used in direct to metal applications or as a topcoat over primer. Excel d2m and d2m (HS) is suitable for application on all Endura primers.
Industries:
- Oilfield & Energy Services
- Well Service Vehicles
- Drilling ▪ Tanks
- Pipeline
- Cranes and Construction Equipment
- Waste and Recycling Industry
- Garbage Trucks
- Trailers and Rolling Stock
- Mix Ratio
Excel d2m: 2 parts by volume of component A and 1 part by volume of component B.
Excel d2m (HS) High Sag: 2 parts 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).
- Surface Preparation
Direct to Metal Application: Surfaces must be free of all contaminants such as dust, oil, grease and salt. It is recommended that all steel and other ferrous surfaces be sand blasted to a minimum of SSPC-SP6 or mechanically sanded with 80 grit sandpaper.
Application over a Primer: Excel d2m and d2m (HS) 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
Excel d2m and d2m (HS) 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 one to two single wet coats to achieve recommended film thickness allowing up to 30 minutes flash time between coats.
- Spray Gun Setup
Feed Type Fluid Tip Application Pressures (Heel of Gun) Fluid Delivery Siphon Feed 1.6 - 2.0 mm 40 - 50 psi Gravity Feed 1.3 - 1.4 mm 30 - 40 psi Pressure Feed 1.0 - 1.8 mm 55 - 65 psi 10 - 14 oz/min Air Assist Airless 11 - 13 Thou 1000 - 1800 psi Airless 11 - 13 Thou 1700 - 2000 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
10% with FTH0021 – Low VOC Topcoat Thinner/ Reducer
10% with FTH0023 – Slow Low VOC Topcoat Thinner / Reducer
- Film Build
Excel d2m & d2m HS has a recommended film build thickness of:
Direct to Metal Application WFT (Unreduced) 7.0 - 10 mils 178 - 254 microns
DFT 4 - 6 mils 100 - 150 microns
Application Over Time WFT (Unreduced) 3.5 - 7 mils 87.5 - 175 microns
DFT 2 - 4 mils 50 - 100 microns
Poor hiding colors film build may be higher.
Theoretical coverage at 1.0 mils (25 microns) Average DFT: 930 ft² per gallon at 100% transfer efficiency.
- Dry Times
20°C 30°C 40°C Dust Free 2 Hours 1 Hour 30 Minutes Full Cure 7 Days 5 Days 3 Days Note: Dry Times are subject to ambient conditions (temperature and humidity) and good airflow and film build of the topcoat. For best results surface temperature must be 86°F (30°C) or less before topcoating. Maximum re-coat window without sanding is 16 hrs at 68°F (20°C). After 16 hours G90 Low VOC Topcoat must be sanded to achieve inter-coat adhesion. Mechanical sanding with 400 - 600 grit is recommended before topcoating.
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 3 coats have been applied wait 10-12 hours to allow for proper solvent evaporation. The use of Super Catalyst II with Endura topcoats will accelerate drying times.
- 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, or Endura EX-2C thinner.
Properties
- Finish (60°C)
- Semi Gloss (20 - 60 GU)
- Typical Properties
- Specifications
| Value | Units | Test Method / Conditions | |
| Volume Solids Mixed (1:1) | 54 - 62 | % | — |
| VOC Mixed (Unreduced) | 366.0 | g/l | EPA Method 24 |
| Value | Units | Test Method / Conditions | |
| Solvent Resistance (50 MEK Rubs) | No Failure | — | ASTM D4752 |
| Impact Resistance (40 in. lbs, Direct and Reverse) | 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) | 30 - 40 | mg | ASTM D4060 |
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)
Available in Gallons and 5 Gal Pails Other custom sizes may be available.
1 Mixed Gallon (11.34 L) Comp A CLREXXXXX033 1 Gallon (3.78 L) Comp B FUB0401-030 1 Gallon (946 ml) 15 Mixed Gallons (56.7 L) Comp A CLRDXXXXX-050 5 Gallons (11.34 L) Comp B FUB0401-050 5 Gallons (3.78 L)
Storage & Handling
- Pot Life (25°C, 50% RH)
- 1 - 2 Hours
- Shelf Life
- 3 Years (Component A, 25°C), 2 Years (Component B, 25°C)