TECHNICAL DATA SHEET AutoFlex Matte Topcoat Important : Please read this information carefully and follow the advice given. We reserve the right to make technical changes as necessary. This data sheet becomes invalid as soon as a new addition is published. 32 The Tything, Worcester, WR1 1JL, UK. Web: www.autoflexcoatings.com Email: Info@autoflexcoatings.com
Contents 2-3 Technical data sheet 4-6 Performance Tests Report 7 Instructions Page 1 of 7 Issue Date 06.05.2015
Technical Data Sheet AutoFlex High Gloss Autoflex Matte combines high film build, flexibility, excellent adhesion with high resistance to light and weather. It has excellent versatility being suitable for a multitude of substrates, including direct adhesion to Autoflex Spray Wrap Pro, various plastics, and carbon fibre. Autoflex Matte shows fast physical drying at 60 C and excellent levelling properties. Special Characteristics High solids Flexibility Adhesion Application Data Mixing Ratio 4 parts by weight Autoflex Matte 1 part by weight Autoflex Activator Viscosity as supplied: TBC DIN cup @ 20 C Viscosity mixed: TBC DIN cup @ 20 C Viscosity for spraying: TBC DIN cup @ 20 C Dilution: 0-5% Autoflex reducer Spray gun: Sata 5000b RP Fluid Nozzle: 1.2-1.4 mm Air Cap: 1.2 1.4 mm Atomising Pressure: 2-4 bar Flash off time: 10-15 mins Surface Dry @ 20 C 1 hr Through dry @ 20 C 7.5 hrs Curing temperature: 60-80 C Curing time: 90-45 mins. Pot Life: Approx. 1.5hr 2hrs Page 2 of 7 Issue Date 06.05.2015
Recommended Substrates Autoflex Matte is also available as colourless high gloss. It is specially made and formulated for use as a topcoat over Autoflex Spray Wrap Pro, vinyl wrap and carbon fibre are other suitable base materials for Autoflex Matte. Surface Preparation The surface to be coated must be free of contaminants such as oil, grease and dust. Safety As the product contains solvents, which are harmful by inhalation the material must only be used in areas with adequate local exhaust ventilation. The hazard of the ready for use product may be different from its supplied components. It is the responsibility of the user to undertake a risk assessment as required by current regulations. Information is provided on the safety data sheets. Technical Information Product Specifications Viscosity: TBC s/4mm DIN cup @ 20 C NVWt - Supplied Approximately % 45 W/W Specific Gravity: NVWT Mixed: Coverage: Film Thickness: VOC: VOC mixed: Approximately 1.00 g/ml Approximately % 56 W/W Approximately 15 m² /L @ application viscosity @ 100% efficiency Approximately 30-50 µm depending on application 555 g/l 455 g/l This information is correct to the best of our knowledge, but we cannot accept liability for any loss, injury or damage which may result from its use. The products described are offered on condition that you determine their suitability for your own use or application. As the actual use of our products by others is beyond our control, no guarantee, expressed or implied, is made as to the effects of such use. The supply of information or products by us, either as experimental samples or by sale, contains no recommendation to use these products to infringe any patent nor does it grant a licence under any patent owned by our company, except as herein provided all warranties and conditions whether express or implied and whether by statute or common law as to quality or fitness for any purpose are excluded and no responsibility is accepted for goods which have suffered or have been subjected to undue wear and tear accident misuse improper application modification neglect or overloading and in no circumstances shall the seller be liable for loss or damage of any kind directly caused by or arising from goods supplied or from any accident or injury to personnel or damage to property however arising from or in the course of using such goods. Page 3 of 7 Issue Date 06.05.2015
Performance Tests Report Executive Summary Objective: To determine the performance of a paint system when tested in accordance with ASTM G155 Test Items Exterior Paint Material Type Colourless flexible top coat Part Number AutoFlex Matte Test Date Start 02/10/2015 Test Details / Results Test Specification Pass / Fail UV Weathering ASTM G155, 1000hrs See Results Adhesion Cross Cut, before and See Results after UV Colour D E colour change See Results Specimen Information Conditioning of samples The samples were received on the 28th October 2015 Samples were received as being suitable for testing purposes. Test samples were prepared and conditioned in a controlled atmosphere maintained at a nominal 20 C and 50% Room Humidity for 24 hours before commencement of testing and exposure. Unique Reference No. Specimens are allocated unique reference numbers in accordance with our quality Systems WT-0002 Sample Disposal Representative test samples will be stored for 1 month prior to disposal. Should you require these samples, e.g. for QS 9000 materials PPAP submission, Please arrange for their return within this period. Page 4 of 7 Issue Date 06.05.2015
Test Results Test: Test Conditions: Requirements: Accelerated UV Weathering, ASTM G155, 1000 hrs duration Equipment: Xenon Test Chamber XE-1 Irradiance: 0.35 W/m2 @340nm Black Panel Temperature: Light 63 o C Chamber temperature: 61 o C Exposure Cycle: 102 mins light /18 mins. Light with spray Exposure period: 1000 hours After exposure the part shall show no fading or colour change according to Customer requirements. In addition, there shall be no cracking, crazing or other deterioration. Findings: Delta E values measured after 1000 hrs - 0.88, 0.87, 0.65 Adhesion showed no change after exposure to testing. Test: Test Conditions: Weathering Using X-Rite colour control computer samples were measured before and after testing. The colour was measured using LAB colour space. Requirements: Report findings Findings: Sample Before Testing After Testing Observations Matte bright surface. No visual colour difference. Page 5 of 7 Issue Date 06.05.2015
Test: Test Conditions: Adhesion test, Cross cut A St Andrews cross was scribed into and through the painted surface using a sharp scalpel blade. Scotch 810 self-adhesive tape was firmly applied over the cut and the removed in a single stroke. Samples were tested before and after weathering. Requirements: Findings: Sample Before testing After Testing Report any damage to the painted surface or evidence of delamination Observations GT 0, no evidence of delamination GT 0, no change, no evidence of delamination Test Specification Substrate Result Adhesion: DIN 53151 and B S 3900 Part E6 (1 mm) Carbon Fibre GT 0 Test: Test Conditions:. Requirements: Colour change Using X-Rite colour control computer samples were measured before and after testing. The colour was measured using LAB colour space. Report findings Findings: Sample Observations Before Testing L= 58.32, A= -0.47 B= -0.13 C= 0.48, H= 195.94 After Testing de 0.87 de 0.88 de 0.65 End of Report Page 6 of 7 Issue Date 06.05.2015
Instructions Mixing Instructions: Mixing of AutoFlex Matte is done in GRAMS by WEIGHT, not volume. A digital scale is required The ratio is always 80% Gloss TopCoat, 20% Matte Activator, and then an ADDITIONAL 5% Reducer can be added (example of ratio: 800 grams Matte TopCoat, 200 grams Matte Activator, 50 grams Reducer) Mix all components thoroughly before use. Allow bubbles to escape before spraying Pot time for Matte is approximately 1-2 hours depending on temp/humidity Always strain the Matte through cone filters as it enters the spray gun cup Application Instructions: AutoFlex Matte TopCoat should only be applied over a minimum base of 10+ coats of Spray Wrap Pro Allow final base/color/pearl coat to sit a minimum of 1 hour after it is dry to the touch to ensure proper flashing Approximately 30 PSI should be used A tip ranging from 1.2-1.4 should be used. Start with 1 dust coat, covering entire vehicle surface with a light mist of the topcoat Immediately after dust coat, apply one wet coat of the topcoat over entire surface ensuring even passes and wetting out entire surface Air dry entire vehicle overnight (8-12 hours depending on temp/humidity). If air dried, the vehicle will need several hours of direct sunlight before being fully set and hardened. Bake at 140 degrees F for 45 minutes if forced drying is desired. Allow Gloss to set naturally for 30 minutes before baking Product Tips: AutoFlex Matte should be applied with an HVLP/RP compressor gun for best results. Turbines will reduce quality of finish Make certain to completely wet out entire surface of vehicle, or small pinholes in the matte can occur A clean working environment is critical (Spray Booth suggested). While the topcoat dries, airborne debris and dust can settle in the topcoat. Ensure a clean and proper area is available before spraying Always use proper respiratory protection and equipment (auto painting respirator at minimum) Proper ventilation is a must. Do not spray in an enclosed room or area. Steady air flow is important for application and safety reasons Please wait 1 week after setting is complete to seal the topcoat Page 7 of 7 Issue Date 06.05.2015