
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION:
ADVANTAGE #535 is a medium solids clearcoat that is easy to spray providing excellent flowout, gloss, and DOI. With three
activators to choose from it offers versatility in most shop conditions and temperatures. #535 can be used for partial
or complete paint jobs in need of a high quality, durable finish.
SURFACE PREPARATION:
Apply Undercoats and Basecoat per manufacturer’s instruction. Over OEM or completely cured previously painted
substrates scuff with a gray scuff pad or 600 grit then wipe clean with Final Wipe - Wax & Grease Remover. Allow
basecoat adequate flash time (follow manufacturer’s recommendation) Follow basecoat manufacturer’s
recommendation for recoat intervals.
MIXING DIRECTIONS:
Mix 4 parts #535 clear with 1 part #536, #537, or #538 activator by volume. Activator selection should be based on
the size of the part to be painted and the temperature of both the air and part at time of painting.
| APPLICATION DIRECTIONS: | |
| Number of Coats: | 3-4 |
| Application Density: | Medium-wet to wet |
| Overlap: | 50% |
| Flash: | Follow recommendations in "Dry Time" section |
| Application Conditions: | Minimum Temp - 50°F (Substrate Temp.) |
| Max Temp - 100°F (Substrate Temp.) | |
| Ambient Humidity - Less than 80% preferred | |
| ADDITIVES: | |
| ACCELERATOR: N/A | FISHEYE: N/A |
| FLEX ADDITIVE: Not required | Note: Do not spray when surface temperature is below 50°F |
SUBSTRATES:
Commercially available acrylic/cab basecoats with a VOC less than 6.6 lbs/gal.
Properly prepared previously painted substrates
| GUN SETUPS: | AIR PRESSURES | ||
| CONVENTIONAL | CONVENTIONAL @ Gun | Panel | OVERALL |
| Gravity Feed: 1.3 mm - 1.5 mm |
Gravity Feed: | 35-40 psi | 45 psi |
| Siphon Feed: 1.6 mm - 1.8 mm |
Siphon Feed: | 35-45 psi | 45-50 psi |
| HVLP: 1.3 mm - 1.6 mm |
HVLP @ Cap: | 6-8 psi | 9-10 psi |
| FLASH/DRY TIMES: | |||
| Dry Times: | 536 @ or above 77°F |
537 @ or above 85°F |
538 @ or above 95°F |
| Flash Between Coats | 5-10 min | 5-10 min | 5-10 min |
| Dust Free | 10-15 min | 10-15 min | 10-15 min |
| Sand/Polish | 4-6 hours | 6-8 hours | 8-10 hours |
| Force Dry (Convection Heat) |
#536 | #537 | #538 |
| Purge time before applying heat |
20 min | 20 min | 20 min |
| Force Dry Time | 20 min @ 165°F | 25 min @ 165°F | 30 min @ 165°F |
| Sand and Buff | After Cool Down | After Cool Down | After Cool Down |
CLEAN-UP & STORAGE:
Clean spray equipment immediately after use with Acrylic Lacquer Thinner or Urethane Reducer. Do not leave material in
spray gun.
| PRODUCT TECHNICAL DATA: | |
| Mix Ratio: | 4 parts clearcoat: 1 part activator |
| Viscosity (RTS): | 17-19 seconds #2 Zahn |
| Volume Solids (RTS): | 29% |
| Film Build: | 0.8 - 1.0 mils per full wet coat |
| Coverage: | 465 sq. ft. per gallon @ 1 dry mil |
| Disposal/Safety: | See MSDS for this product |
| Humidity Resistance: | Excellent |
| Salt Spray Resistance: | Excellent |
SAFETY INFORMATION - FOR PROFESSIONAL/INDUSTRY USE ONLY:
DANGER! DANGER! FLAMMABLE! HARMFUL IF INHALED - MAY AFFECT THE BRAIN OR NERVOUS SYSTEM, CAUSING DIZZINESS, HEADACHE OR NAUSEA.
IRRITATES EYES, SKIN AND RESPIRATORY TRACT. Contents are FLAMMABLE. Vapors may cause flash fires. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.
During use and until all vapors are gone: Keep area ventilated - Do not smoke - Extinguish all flames, pilot lights, and heaters - Turn off stoves, electric tools
and appliances, and any other sources of ignition. SEE CONTENTS STATEMENT ELSEWHERE ON LABEL. VAPOR HARMFUL. Use only with adequate ventilation.
This product must be used with an appropriate catalyst. Follow the respirator requirement and instructions on the catalyst. Avoid contact with eyes and skin.
Wash hands after using. Keep container closed when not in use. Do not transfer contents to other containers for storage. FIRST AID: If INHALED: If affected,
remove from exposure. Restore breathing, Keep warm and quiet. If on SKIN: Wash affected area thoroughly with soap and water. Remove contaminated
clothing. Launder before re-use. If in EYES: Flush eyes with large amounts of water for 15 minutes. Get medical attention. If SWALLOWED: Get medical attention
immediately. DELAYED EFFECTS FROM LONG TERM OVEREXPOSURE. Contains solvents which can cause permanent brain and nervous system damage.
Intentional misuse by deliberately concentrating and inhaling the contents can be harmful or fatal. This product must be mixed with other components before
use. Before opening the packages, READ AND FOLLOW WARNING LABELS ON ALL COMPONENTS. DO NOT TAKE INTERNALLY. KEEP OUT OF THE REACH OF
CHILDREN. FOR PROFESSIONAL USE ONLY. SEE MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET. Prop 65 Statement: WARNING: This product contains a chemical known to
the state of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Contents: acrylic polyol/polymer/resin (Trade Secret), ACETONE 67-64-1, methyl
n-amyl ketone 110-43-0, XYLENES 1330-20-7, n-BUTYL ACETATE 123-86-4, ETHYL BENZENE 100-41-4, STYRENE MONOMER 100-42-5, 2-(2-hydroxy-3,5-di-(tert)-amylphenyl) benzotriazole 25973-55-1. Manufacturer’s Exclusive Limited Warranty: For Industrial use only by professional, trained personal using proper safety
protective equipment. Not for sale to, or use by, the general public. Manufacturer warrants that its products are free from defect in material and workmanship at
the time of sale. In the event that any product is proved by objective testing and analysis to have been defective at the time of sale, upon the return of the
defective product, the manufacturer shall replace the product at no cost, excluding the shipping costs, as the exclusive remedy. This warranty does not cover
damage caused by accident, misuse, improper application, improper combination of products or tampering. ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES WHETHER IT BE OF
MERCHANTABILITY AND/OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE EXCLUDED. THIS WARRANTYEXCLUDES ALL INCIDENTAL AND CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES.
KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN. REFER TO MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET. EMERGENCY MEDICAL & SPILL CONTROL
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