Product Description: GLOBAL REFINISH SYSTEM Performance Clearcoat is a premium quality high solids clear specifically formulated for today s high production shops. The exceptionally short bake cycle and reduced baking temperatures provide increased productivity along with reduced operating costs. provides users with industry leading speed, efficiency, application and gloss. It is designed for use over Global Refinish System Basecoat Colour System (see data sheet EU02) and ENVIROBASE High Performance Basecoat Colour (EB43). Preparation of Substrate: In all cases, wash surfaces to be painted with soap and water, then apply the appropriate PPG substrate cleaner. Ensure that the substrate is thoroughly cleaned and dried both before and after application work. Wet sand with European P800-P200 / US 500-600 grade paper or dry sand with European P600-P800 / US 400-500 grade paper. Wash off residue and dry thoroughly before re-cleaning with appropriate PPG substrate cleaner. The use of a tack rag is recommended. Required Products Hardener D8370 Fast Hardener 60-70 F (5-2 C) D837 Medium Hardener 70-85 F (2-29 C) D8372 Slow Hardener 85-95 F (29-35 C) D8373 Very Slow Hardener 95 F (35 C) and above Use only D837, D8372 and D8373 over Envirobase High Performance Thinner D870 Fast Thinner 60-65 F (5-8 C) D87 Medium Thinner 65-77 F (8-25 C) D872 Slow Thinner 77-95 F (25-35 C) D873 Very Slow Thinner Over 95 F (35 C) DT80 May replace up to 25% of recommended thinner levels in very warm conditions. Note: Smaller areas may require faster thinner.
Mix Ratios: Pot Life: : 3 vols. D837x Hardener: vol. D87xThinner: vol. 4 hours at Additives: SU4985 Matting Agent: D899 Anti-Silicone: D84 Plasticiser: SL84 Universal Flexibilizer: See ONECHOICE OC-2 0.5 fl. oz. per RTS quart : D837x : D87x : 2 : : : D84/SL84 Spraygun Setup: Fluid Tip:.3-.6 mm or equivalent Spray Pressure: HVLP: Compliant: 8-0 psi at the air cap 29-40 psi at the gun Note: For best overall results, refer to spraygun manufacturer's recommendations for inlet air pressures. Number of Coats: Apply: 2 coats Drying Times: Dry film build per coat: Maximum dry film build: Between Coats: Dust Free: Dry to Handle:.2-.4 mils 3.0 mils 5-0 minutes 20-40 minutes 3-4 hours Tape Time: 6-8 hours 40 F (60 C) After a bake cycle and hour cool down Air Dry: 8 hours Force Dry*: 0-5 minutes purge 40 F (60 C) 0 minutes when using D8370 20 minutes when using D837, D8372 and D8373 IR: Medium Wave: Short Wave: 5 minutes 8 minutes *Force dry times are quoted for metal temperature. Additional time should be allowed in the force drying schedule to allow metal to reach recommended temperature.
Overcoat/Recoat Overcoat/Recoat Time: 6 hours at or after force dry and cool down. must be sanded before recoating with primer, colour or clear. Grade Wet: European P800-P200 / US 500-600 Grade Dry: European P600-P800 / US 400-500 Overcoat with: Global Refinish System BC basecoat Envirobase High Performance basecoat. Recoat times will be extended at lower temperatures Polishing: Equipment Cleaning: Use a 3 step process.. After bake cycle and hour cool down, use a premium wool pad with a minor cutting compound. 2. Follow with a medium foam pad with machine glaze. 3. Use a soft foam pad with a fine glaze to remove any minor imperfections. Spray guns, gun cups, storage pots, etc. should be cleaned thoroughly after each use with any PPG general purpose solvent, lacquer thinner or D87x Thinner. Technical Data RTS Combinations Volume Ratio Intended Use : D837x : D872 3 : : Multi Stage Clear Coating : FLAT 2 ¼ : 3 : ¾ : 9:2:7:4 : EGGSHELL 2 ½ : 2 ½ : ⅔ : 5:5:0:6 : SEMIGLOSS 2½ : 2 : ½ : 5:4:3:2 : D837x : D872 : D84/ SL84 2 : : : (Flexed Clear) VOC Regulatory (less water less exempts) g/l 465-470 588-593 574-579 56-564 508-53 VOC Regulatory (less water less exempts) lbs./ US gal 3.88-3.92 4.9-4.95 4.79-4.83 4.68-4.7 4.24-4.28 Solids wt.% 48.0-48. 37.5 38.6-38.7 40.0 44.4-44.5 Solids vol. % 4.0-4.6 30.2-30.5 3.4-3.8 32.7-33. 37.8-38.4 Sq. Ft. Coverage / US gal. mil at 00% transfer efficiency 657-667 484-489 504-50 525-53 606-66
Health and Safety: The contents of this package may have to be blended with other components before the product can be used. Before opening the packages, be sure you understand the warning messages on the labels and SDS s of all the components, since the mixture will have the hazards of all of its parts. Improper handling and use, for example, poor spray technique, inadequate engineering controls and/or lack of proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), may result in hazardous conditions or injury. Follow spray equipment manufacturer s instructions to prevent personal injury or fire. Provide adequate ventilation for health and fire hazard control. Follow company policy, product SDS and respirator manufacturer s recommendations for selection and proper use of respiratory protection. Be sure employees are adequately trained on the safe use of respirators per company and regulatory requirements. Wear appropriate PPE such as eye and skin protection. In the event of injury, see first aid procedures on SDS. Always observe all applicable precautions and follow good safety and hygiene practices. See Safety Data Sheet and Labels for addional safety informaon and handling instrucons. Important: The contents of this package must be blended with other components before the product can be used. Before opening the packages, be sure you understand the warning messages on the labels of all components since the mixture will have the hazards of all its parts. Improper spray technique may result in a hazardous condion. Follow spray equipment manufacturer s instrucons to prevent personal injury or fire. Follow direcons for respirator use. Wear eye and skin protecon. Observe all applicable precauons. EMERGENCY MEDICAL OR SPILL CONTROL INFORMATION (42) 434-455; 455; IN CANADA (54) 645-320 Materials described are designed for applicaon by professional, trained personnel using proper equipment and are not intended for sale to the public. Products menoned may be hazardous and should only be used according to direcon, while observing precauons and warning statements listed on label. Statements and methods described are based upon the best informaon and pracces known to PPG Industries. Procedures for applicaons menoned are suggesons only and are not to be construed as representaons or warranes as to performance, results, or fitness for any intended use, nor does PPG Industries warrant freedom from patent infringement in the use of any formula or process set forth herein. PPG Automove Refinish 9699 Progress Drive Strongsville, OH 4449 800.647.6050 PPG Canada Inc. 230 Royal Windsor Drive, Unit #6 Mississauga, Ontario L5J K5 888.30.4762 Follow us online: www.ppgrefinish.com The PPG Logo, Bringing innovaon to the surface, Global Refinish System, OneChoice, and Envirobase are trademarks of PPG Industries Ohio, Inc. 205 PPG Industries, Inc. All rights reserved.
AT A GLANCE Performance Clearcoat Mix: D837x Hardener D87x Thinner 3 : : Hardener Selection D8370 Fast Hardener 60-70 F (5-2 C) D837 Medium Hardener 70-85 F (2-29 C) D8372 Slow Hardener 85-95 F (29-35 C) D8373 Very Slow Hardener 95 F (35 C) and above Thinner Selection D870 Fast Thinner 60-65 F (5-8 C) D87 Medium Thinner 65-77 F (8-25 C) D872 Slow Thinner 77-95 F (25-35 C) D873 Very Slow Thinner Over 95 F (35 C) DT80 May replace up to 25% of recommended thinner levels in very warm conditions. Additives: SU4985 Matting Agent: D899 Anti-Silicone: D84 Plasticiser: SL84 Universal Flexibilizer: See OC-2 0.5 fl. oz. per RTS quart. : D837x : D87x : 2 : : : D84/SL84 Pot Life: 4 hours at Spraygun Setup: HVLP: Compliant: Fluid Tip: 8-0 psi at the air cap 29-40 psi at the gun.3-.6 mm or equivalent Application: Apply: 2 coats Dry Times: Between Coats Dust Free: Dry to Handle: Air Dry: 5-0 minutes at 20-40 minutes at 3-4 hours at 8 hours at Tape Time: Force Dry:** IR: Medium Wave: Short Wave: Overcoat/Recoat: 6-8 hours at After bake cycle and cool down at 40 F (60 C) 0-5 minutes purge 0 minutes at 40 F (60 C) with D8370 20 minutes at 40 F (60 C) with D837, D8372 & D8373 5 minutes 8 minutes After force dry/cool down or 6 hour at Must be sanded before recoating with primer, colour or clear Grade Wet: European P800-P200 / US 500-600 Grade Dry: European P600-P800 / US 400-500 **Bake times quoted are for metal temperature. Additional time should be allowed in the force drying schedule to allow metal to reach recommended temperature.