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DURAKOTE GEL COATS
400 SERIES
TOOLING GEL COAT
World Class Coatings
Technology
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Durakote 400 Series Gel Coats are tooling gel coats for fiber glass mold manufacturing. Easy application and
good surface properties make these products suitable for a wide range of tooling applications. Available in clear,
black, red and green, all colors are heavy metal free. Dura-Kote tooling gel coat is also available in a high flex
version as clear (404-009) and green (406-009).
PERFORMANCE BENEFITS
High Gloss
Excellent Hardness
Excellent chemical and abrasion resistance
Minimum distortion
TYPICAL LIQUID GEL COAT PROPERTIES
Gel time @77F, 2% MEKP: 8.5 1.5mins
Viscosity @ 77F, 20RPM # spindle: 3200 250cps
Thixotropic Index: 5 plus
Weight per gallon: 8.8 lbs
Maximum VOC < 45.12%
Maximum HAPs < 40.8
(Local regulations vary. Consult your local AQMD to determine actual VOC in use)
CURED FILM PROPERTIES
Barcol Hardness: 34 +
HDT 200F +
USAGE GUIDELINES
Mix this product for at least 5 minutes at low speed prior to use
MEKP levels should be kept at 2%
Do not apply gel coats below 64F
Apply using airless spray at a the minimum practicable pressure
Film thickness must be between 15mils and 25mils in 2-3 passes with a short flash off time between passes
SHELF LIFE
This product is stable for three months from date of production when stored away from sunlight at no more than
77F. Extended storage will result in some drift in gel times and viscosity. Elevated temperatures will reduce shelf
life further