| Characteristic |
ASTM # # |
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| Specific Gravity |
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1.4 to 1.9 depending on color. |
| Theoretical Coverage |
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Approximately 101 to 138 ft.2 / lb. / mil. |
| Optimum Storage |
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<80° F, < 50%RH |
| Particle Distribution |
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+44 microns (325 mesh). Percentage varies with color. |
| Film Thickness |
D-1186 |
Recommended, 1 to 6 mils. |
| Percent Gloss @ 60° |
D-523-89 |
Most gloss ranges available |
| Pencil Hardness |
D-3363-00 |
2H to 4H |
| Adhesion |
D-3359-02 |
No lifting of 1/8" squares between scribed lines when |
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cross hatch adhesion is tested using the prescribed tape. |
| Flexibility |
D-522-93a |
A coating of 2 mils or less will withstand a bend of 180° |
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over a 1/8" mandrel without cracking or loss of adhesion. |
| Impact Resistance |
D-2794-93 |
100-160 inch-pounds, direct and reverse, at a film thickness of1.5 mils. |
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Impact will be influenced by formulation. |
| Overbake |
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Lighter shades will discolor on overbake |
| Chemical Resistance |
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This series has good resistance to most chemicals and solvents. |
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