Mirrorcryl 2k Acrylic Technical information
Mirrorcryl 2k Acrylic Technical information
Description
A tough two pack high-performance acrylic enamel for automotive ,commercial vehicle and equipment. New work and refinishing for universal application .The high standard to be met by commercial and original equipment finishes are reflected in the chemical resistance and abrasion resistance of Mirrorcryl 2k Acrylic.
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Colour
Full Solid colour availability, Full Gloss
Products
102.010 – Mirrorcryl ready mixed colours:
102.205 – Mirrorcryl Jet Black
102.FEU4511 – Ford Diamond White
102.011 – Mirrorcryl Fluorescents
Additives
108.001 – Mirrorcryl MS hardener:
107.003 – Every thinner fast :/for normal speed and performance
107.021 – RA Blending thinner
Mirrorcryl gloss additive :for superior gloss and improved flow.
Mirrorcryl flexible additive: 2k paint plasticiser to be used when painting flexible plastic parts, add up to 20% additive into paint prior to mixing with hardener and thinner.
Mirrorcryl half-time additive : an additive for faster through hardening *additions over 5% into ready for use product may have some deterioration in gloss levels.
Coverage
A coverage of 7-10m SQ/LTR.
Flashpoint
below 32°c (Flammable)
Application Substrates
Mirrorcryl ready mixed colours can be applied over sanded original finishes except for thermoplastic acrylic.
– Sanded fibreglass surfaces.
– Washfiller etch.
– Hi-Fil 2k Primer
– Anti-corrosive primer
– Zp Primer Shades
– Tempo Filler Shades
Surface preparation
Degreaser with Quick wipe Degreaser.
Dry sand with p320-p400 grade paper.
Wet sand with p800-p1000 grade paper.
Application Mixing Instructions
Mixing ratio is 100 parts base : 50 parts activator by volume, 10 -20% thinner of total volume.
The mixed material is then ready for application normal pot life up to 4 hours AT 20°c
apply 2 full coats 20 mins between each coat.
Brush Application
Mirrorcryl can be brush applied with a mixing ratio of 10 parts base paint : 1 parts 108.011 Mirrorcryl RFU Hardener Apply 2 full coats each coat must be cured before application of further coats
Spraying Viscosity
20 -22 BSB4 Cup 16 -17 Secs Din 4 cup
Blending spot repairs
Use RA Thinner neat over edge of repair immediately after application of colour coat.
Drying
MS Hardener and Thinned with every thinner
Temp 20 C temp 40 C 60 C
Dust free 30 mins 15 mins 5 mins
Tough dry 10 hrs 1 Hr 35 mins
Hard dry 16 hrs 1.5 hrs 45 mins
MS Fast Hardener and Thinned with every thinner
Temp 20 C temp 40 C 60 C
Dust free 20 mins 10 mins 5 mins
Tough dry 5 hrs 30 mins 35 mins
Hard dry 12 hrs 45 mins 30 mins
Ex-Act Hardener and Thinned with every thinner
Temp 20 C temp 40 C 60 C
Dust free 10 mins 8 mins 4 mins
Tough dry 4.3/4 hrs 28 mins 34 mins
Hard dry 12 hrs 45 mins 30 mins
Properties
Resistance to weathering outstanding (often shown high gloss retention even in adverse conditions after 7 years)
Recoatability.
Recoatable after hard dry times flat when fully cured with p 1000 wet or dry.
Polishing
Areas may have a light flat with P 1200 Wet or Dry and polished after 45-50 mins drying at 60°c when cold or 16 hrs drying time at 20°c.
Storage
1-3 years for unopened cans The activator must be stored in sealed containers as it reacts with atmospheric moisture and then solidifies
Ambient temperature for application is above 10°c. low humidity /dry conditions.
Cleaning solvent
Points of Note
Solvent Blistering: Occur due to insufficient evaporation of the solvent, if a unthinned product is applied at a greater viscosity than 16-18 s din 4 cup at 20°c.
or flash-off times are not observed, or too heavy coats.
Unsatisfactory hiding: Problems will be avoided if an initial coat of a similar colour with good hiding power is first applied. Transparent pigmented colours may have less satisfactory opacity.
Runs: Allow to dry 40-45 mins at 60°c. or for 16 hrs at 20°c then sand off with p1200 grade paper if solid colours are involved, the area can be re-polished to the high gloss. In the case of metallic colours recoating of the affected area will be necessary.
Silicone: The best method of dealing with craters is to first spray one light single coat, allowing for a longer flash-off time than normal before applying further light coats as a last resort mirror anti-silicone additive.
Spot colour staining: This is the result of bleeding of the peroxide hardener used in polyester fillers ,please adhere to the recommended mixing ratios ensuring the hardener is mixed evenly with the polyester filler. To rectify this problem, remove polyester filler, refill and re-coat.