NANOMYTE® TC-4001-UVP

Other characteristics

Brand

NANOMYTE

Features

Excellent Substrate Adhesion, Good UV Protection, Low VOC

Product Type

1K (1 component) Coating, Solventborne Coating, Top Coat; 1K (1 component) Coating; Solventborne Coating; Top Coat

Application Method

Brush, Dip Coating, Roll Coater, Spray

Compatible Substrates & Surfaces

Aluminum, Bronze, Coated Surfaces, Composites, Copper, Iron, Metal, Plastics, Steel

Curing

Room Temperature Curing (25 °C)

Under ambient conditions, a single coat will be dry to the touch in 1-2 hours and cured in 24 hours.

Accelerated Curing (105 °C – 150 °C)

Alternatively, the coating can be applied to the surface, dried in ambient air for 10 minutes, and then heated to at least 105 °C for 1 hour. An oven, blow dryer or heat gun may be used (maximum temperature is 150 °C). After heating, coated parts should be allowed to cool before handling. TC-4001-UVP will completely wet bare metal surfaces if properly prepared or if primed / painted. Only one coat is required to cover substrates, but multiple coats are allowable. Under ambient conditions, a single coat is 5 - 15 μm (0.2 – 0.6 mil) thick and will be dry to the touch in 1-2 hours and cured in 24 hours. Multiple coats can be applied in 10 minute intervals while the previous coat is still tacky. Two to three coats should result in a final coating that is 25 - 40 μm (1-1.5 mil) thick.

Markets

• Automotive & Transportation
• Building & Construction
• Consumer Goods
• Paints & Coatings

Surfaces

• Iron
• Steel
• Stainless Steel
• Aluminum
• Copper
• Bronze
• Plastics
• Composites and Powder-Coated
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Technology

Ready-to-Use Products

Labeling Claims

• Chrome-free
• Heavy Metal-free
• Low VOC

Application Notes

Test Area

Given the wide variety of metals and the various methods and environments of application, it is advisable to first use TC-4001 on a test piece or in an inconspicuous area to evaluate the resulting adhesion and appearance. There will often be some enhancement in luster (gloss) from the original surface. TC-4001-UVP is a clear coating, however on some white paints or powder coats, the color may be altered to appear off-white or slightly yellow, particularly if a thick coat is applied.

Clean Up

Clean tools and flush equipment thoroughly with acetone immediately after application is completed and before product dries. Once the coating is dry, solvent cleaning is no longer effective.

Care & Maintenance

For normal cleaning, wash the coated surface with a hose or wipe down with a damp cloth to remove dirt and spills on the surface. Although TC-4001-UVP is scratch resistant, it is not scratch proof. Do not use abrasive cleaners or scouring pads. If an area becomes damaged or is mechanically abraded, lightly sand the area with 220 grit sandpaper and reapply the coating. If the substrate itself is damaged, make the necessary repairs first, then re-apply TC-4001-UVP.

Weatherability and UV Protection

For best performance, when applying to UV-sensitive surfaces (e.g., plastics, composites), apply as thick a coating as possible, and/or ensure a minimum DFT of 0.5 mils (10-15 microns). Select the appropriate surface preparation protocol (cleaning and/or surface treatment, priming) and test to ensure coating adhesion has been maximized. Some surfaces (e.g., certain paints, plastics and composites) may require a primer, such as NANOMYTE® SR-Primer. Samples intended for weatherability testing should be conditioned for a minimum of 1 week at 25°C with at least 50% relative humidity.