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PRODUCT CATALOG - SUPPORT COATINGS: VX-1243

 
ANTI-FOAM AGENT

Product Code: VX-1243

System: Solvent

Product Name: Flow Agent and Topcoat Hardener

Color: Clear
 


DESCRIPTION

VX-1243 is a crystal clear Flow Agent and Hardener, intended for use in Topcoats. In addition to it's outstanding flow properties, VX-1243 affords a great deal of "slip", and aids in over-all adhesion characteristics of cured Coating.

VX-1243 is suggested for use in paint systems that accept Esters, including Butyl Acetate, as reducing agents.

VX-1243 is specially formulated for use in Topcoats, and should not be added to Basecoats or Primers. VX-1243 is commonly used in 1 to 2 ounce increments, per gallon of ready to use Coating. Please contact Pearl Paints for additional information regarding this product.
 


PROPERTIES


VALUES


NOTATIONS

Specific Gravity:

Pound / Gallon:

Solids Content:

Color:

Spread:

Flash Point:

V.O.C. Content:

.87 - .94

7.33 - 7.91

< 10%

Clear to semi-clear

N/A

78

< 7.50

at 77 °F

at 77 °F

Range by weight



at .5 mills (approx.)

°F (TCC)

lb / gl


OTHER INFORMATION

DOT Classification: Flammable Liquid (FL)

HMIS Rating: 1-3-0 H-F-R



HMIS RATING KEY

H = Health
F = Fire
R = Reactivity

0 = Minimal Hazard
1 = Slight Hazard
2 = Moderate Hazard
3 = Serious Hazard
4 = Severe Hazard



REDUCTION

VX-1243 should not be reduced. Use as is.



APPLICATION

Mix: Pre-mix thoroughly before use.

Application: Add at the rate of 1 ounce to as much as 2 ounces per gallon of ready to use Coating.



CURE AND GLOSS

VX-1243 does not affect cure cycle or Gloss levels.



CAUTIONS

None Known.



STORAGE

Store in tightly sealed containers, at ambient temperatures. Protect from moisture, evaporation and foreign materials. Process ability of this product can be adversely affected by evaporation and contamination.



SHELF LIFE

12 months, provided materials are kept in sealed original containers under specified conditions. Storage beyond this period may produce higher viscosities.



AVAILABILITY

VX-1243 is available in 1 and 5 gallon epoxy phenolic lined steel containers. Please contact Pearl Paints for ordering information.
 

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