UNIVERSAL QUICK FINISH CLEAR

#550 UNIVERSAL URETHANE
CLEARCOAT 4.4 VOC (NR)

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION:
ADVANTAGE #550 UNIVERSAL URETHANE Clearcoat 4.4 VOC was designed for overall and panel refinishing. It is a fast drying, user friendly clearcoat that produces an extremely durable finish. Excellent for use in air and force dry environments.

SURFACE PREPARATION:
Surface must be clean, dry, and free of any contaminants, such as wax, oil, etc. Always wash vehicle with soap and water. Wipe surface with Wax & Grease Remover. Abrade the surface to remove any corrosion. Re-clean area with Final Wipe - Wax & Grease Remover. Prime bare metal with appropriate primers.

MIXING DIRECTIONS:
Mix 4 parts #550 clear with 1 part #551, #552, or #553 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:
1. Adjust air pressure to 45-50 psi (Siphon); 35-40 (Gravity @ Gun); 30-40 (HVLP), 6-8 psi (@ cap).
2. Apply 3 full wet coats.
3. Allow 10-15 minutes flash time between coats. Keep spray gun 6-10 inches from substrate to avoid problems associated with air entrapment.
4. Allow to dry overnight before exposing to the weather.

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	OVERALL
Gravity Feed: 1.3 mm - 1.5 mm	Gravity Feed:	35-40 psi
Siphon Feed: 1.3 mm - 1.5 mm	Siphon Feed:	45-50 psi
HVLP: 1.3 mm - 1.5 mm	HVLP: HVLP @ Cap:	30-40 psi 6-8 psi

FLASH/DRY TIMES:
Dry Times:	551 @ or above 77°F	552 @ or above 85°F	553 @ or above 95°F
Dust Free	15 minutes	20 minutes	25 minutes
Tack Free	15 minutes	20 minutes	25 minutes
Wet Sand or Buffable	8-10 hours	10-12 hours	12-14 hours
Delivery	overnight	overnight	overnight

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
Catalyst:	#551 Fast, #552 Medium, #553 Slow
Viscosity (Sprayable):	17-19 seconds #2 Zahn
Suggested Fluid Tip Size*:	Siphon (1.3mm - 1.5mm) Gravity (1.3mm - 1.5mm) HVLP (1.3mm - 1.5mm)
Volume Solids (Sprayable):	33%
Film Build:	0.8 - 1.0 mils per full wet coat
Coverage:	465 Sq. Ft. per gallon @ 1 mil
V.O.C. (Sprayable):	4.4 lbs/gallon
Pot Life:	4-5 Hours with #551, 8-10 hours with #552 or #553
*NOTE: Some spray gun manufacturers have specific recommendations for specific spray guns & product viscosity, always check spray gun manufacturer’s recommendation.