TECHNICAL DATA SHEET – COLOURCOATS PAINTS

DESCRIPTION:

A high quality modified alkyd finish designed for coating various types of plastic. This product is offered in three different levels of sheen: gloss, satin, and matt to meet the requirements of different areas of modelling.

COLOURS:

Full range of Aircraft, Marine and Armour Shades.

DRYING TIME:

Dust Free: 4 – 6 hours

Hard Dry: 12 hours

Recoatable: in 24 hours

All figures quoted at 20°C (68°F). They are given as a guide only, and will vary with temperature, humidity, and method of application.

Note: Temperature can have a great effect on the overall drying properties. For example, applying the model paint at 10°C (50°F) could well double the drying time.

COVERAGE:

Theoretical – 60 – 90 square metres per 5 litres.

Practical – this will be less than the theoretical and will depend on the type of structure, the application technique, and prevailing conditions.

DRY FILM THICKNESS:

15 – 25 microns (0.6 – 1.0 Mils).

WET FILM THICKNESS:

40 – 68 microns (2 – 3 Mils).

SOLIDS BY VOLUME:

Matt – 38%

Satin – 37%

Gloss – 36%

FLASH POINT:

41°C (106°F)

SURFACE PREPARATION:

The surface of the plastic should be degreased with a suitable solvent prior to painting to remove any mould release agents that may be present. Suitable solvents would include white spirit and isopropyl alcohol.

APPLICATION:

Colourcoats is supplied ready for use for brush application, but can be used with any conventional spray or airbrushes if desired.

When required, two coats of Colourcoats can be applied coat-on-coat. The first coat should be allowed to dry for at least 24 hours, and preferably for 48 hours, before the second coat is applied.

THINNING:

Colourcoats is supplied ready for use for brush application. It will require thinning for spray or airbrush application. The amount of thinner required will be determined by the air pressure available and type of spray gun/airbrush being used. Recommended solvents for thinning is a good quality white spirit or mineral spirit.

Note: Cellulose thinners or methanol should not be used, as they are harmful to health, affect the structure of the paint and can have a destructive effect on previously applied model paint. Although some reviewers may state they have used cellulose thinners with Colourcoats paint, we can in no way condone the practice due to health & safety considerations.

STORAGE:

Optimum storage temperatures for Colourcoats is from 5C (41F) to 25C (77F).

HEALTH & SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

TOXICITY:

The solvent vapour is not highly toxic, but inhaling the concentrated vapour for any length of time can result in giddiness or nausea. The effects are temporary.

FIRE RISK:

The solvent vapour is inflammable, and no naked lights or flames of any kind should be allowed in the vicinity.

Smoking Must Be Prohibited

The information contained herein, together with the suggestions for use and application, is, to the best of our knowledge true and reliable. Since conditions of application and use are beyond our control, no warranty is expressed or implied with regard to these recommendations or products. Users are recommended to carry out confirmatory tests to check the suitability of products for their specific use.

For an on-line review of Colourcoats, including performance and thinning recommendations, please see: http://www.steelnavy.com/wem_colourcoats.htm