PRODUCT PROPERTIES
All time calculations are based on temperatures of 77 F, 25 C
Lab tested with Norox 925 MEKP
Viscosity, #2 spindle, RVF, 20 rpm
1500 – 1900 cps
Thixotropic Index
min. 3.8
Gel time @ 2% MEKP
15-20 minutes
Weight per gallon
10.94 lbs/gal (approx)
Coverage per gallon @ 20 mils 80 sq. feet
KEY USES
Light-weight replacement
for gelcoat in fabricated
parts such as paddlesports
or automotive components.
Composite plugs & patterns.
Cabinets and
furniture
Marine and aircraft interiors
B-Sides for improved finish
Designed to level and flow across your mold surface, the Duratec White HV Hi-
Gloss coating will elevate your finished part surface and improve durability over
standard gelcoats or polyesters. Compatible with polyester, vinyl ester, and epoxy
laminates.
FEATURES
EASY TO APPLY
Sprayable and quick building,
to10-15 mils, 250-375 microns
thickness.
HIGH GLOSS
Sands easily and polishes to a
non-wax, tackfree high gloss
finish.
RESISTS FISHEYES
Unique additives reduce the risk of
fisheyes and pinholes during the
spray application.
ULTIMATE DURABILITY
Coating produced a hard, durable
surface with fantastic scratch
resistance for high-use areas.
COMPATIBILITY
Compatible with wood, polyester,
vinyl ester, and most epoxy
substrates.
DURATEC SOLID
WHITE HI-GLOSS
COATING
PRODUCT # 614-075
SAFETY & HA
NDLING
Duratec White HV Hi-Gloss Coating is
extremely flammable. Do not apply near
sparks, open flames or heat. Keep area ventilated. Do not smoke. Avoid
continuous breathing of
vapor. Duratec White HV Hi-Glo ss Coating contains
ingredients
which could be harmful if mishandled. Contact with skin and eyes
should be avoided and necessar
y protective equipment and clothing should be
worn. Individuals should wash
with soap and water before eating or drinking. All
containers should be
properly labeled to prevent accidental ingestion or improper
disposal. Individuals should re
seal any partly used material back in the container.
Store under cool, dry conditions
and away from open flames and high
temperatures.
For more detailed instructions on
storage, please see the MSDS sheet.
Liability/warranty statement: Our products are intended for sale to industrial and commercial customers. We request that
customers inspect and test our products before use and satisfy themselves as to contents and suitability. All claim requests
must be made in writing and are subject to review, including storage temperature verification and retain evaluations. The
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xclusive remedy for all proven claims is replacement of our materials. In no event shall we be liable for special, incidental
or
consequential damages, including damages caused in transit (exworks terms). Nothing herein shall constitute a warranty,
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xpressed or implied, including any warranty of merchantability or fitness, nor is protection from any law or patent to be
inferred. All patent and trademark rights are reserved.
DESCRIPTION
909-546-1160
hawkeyesales@hawkeyeind.com
PO BO X 415,
BLOOMINGTON, CA 92 316
WWW.HAWKEYEIND.COM
REVISED JULY 2021
REVISED JUNE 2024
DURATEC SOLID WHITE
HI-GLOSS COATING
AP
P LIC ATION G UID E | PR ODUC T
#
614-075
The following use instructions are broad to address multiple applications. We recommend testing for product
compatability with your process. Please contact our Tech Team at (909) 546-1160 with any questions.
PLEASE NOTE
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Liability/warranty statement: Our products are intended for sale to industrial and commercial customers. We request that customers inspect and test our products before use and satisfy
themselves as to contents and suitability. All claim requests must be made in writing and are subject to review, including storage temperature verification and retain evaluations. The
exclusive remedy for all proven claims is replacement of our materials. In no event shall we be liable for special, incidental or consequential damages, including damages caused in transit
(exworks terms). Nothing herein shall constitute a warranty, expressed or implied, including any warranty of merchantability or fitness, nor is protection from any law or patent to be
inferred. All patent and trademark rights are reserved.www.hawkeyeind.com
Prepare & Catalyze
Temperature should be at least 64 F for both the product and the part.
Mix with either a paint shaker or a drill-mounted mixer. A paint stir stick will not be enough for a proper mix.
Catalyze the Duratec at 2.0 % by weight with a full strength MEKP, like Norox 925.
Catalyze only an
amount that can be sprayed in 15 minutes, typically about a quart if using a HVLP spray gun. Mix well.
Apply
Duratec HV Hi-Gloss Coating should be applied by spraying. We recommend HVLP air-assisted spray guns.
Epoxy laminates should be washed with clean water and a heavy duty scrub sponge before and after
sanding. It is not necessary to water wash polyester, vinyl ester, or wood substrates. Abrade the entire
substrate surface with 180-grit to ensure proper mechanical adhesion. Wipe with a clean cloth. Do not use a
tack rag.
A
2.0-2.5 mm tip is recommended. Use 34-40 psi air pressure (at the gun). Adjust the needle and fan to
provide the proper spray. Use the lowest pressures possible to minimize orange peel.
The first coat should be a light dust coat. The dust coating does not completely cover the surface. Wait at
least two minutes, and apply another light coat. Continue to make build passes of 4-6 mils, with two minute
intervals, until about 20 mils of product is on the surface.
Allow to cure at room temperature for at least one hour. At that time, cure can be accelerated by putting the
part in a warm room at 120
F.
Sand
Once the surface is fully cured, sand to remove any texture or orange peel. Use as fine a grit of paper as
is reasonable. Continue sanding with progressively finer grits, up to 1000 grit paper Allow at least eight
hours after sanding before re
-coating or before polishing begins.
Compound and polish to high gloss. We recommend Aqua Buff 1000W or 1000F
, followed by Aqua Buff
2000.
DURATEC SOLID WHITE
HI-GLOSS COATING
T
ROUBLESHOOTING | PRODUC T # 61 4-075
Problem Cause Solution
Alligatoring
Not enough catalyst used.
Substrate/primer incompatibility or
chemical reaction.
Check for proper catalyst levels.
Expose surface to higher temperature
before spraying when ambient temp
is below 64 F, 18 C.
Product sprayed on cold surface.
Check compatibility of surface of product.
Curing on surface but
not on substrate
Coating sprayed on cold surface
Expose substrate to higher temperture
before spraying.
Dimples (Craters)
Film build up too rapid, solvent
trapped in product.
Increase the number of passes to achieve
desired thickness. Allow for ash o
between passes.
Fisheyes
Substrate contaminated.
Do not use a tack rag . Ensure rag does
not leave contaminant on surface.
Spray in a clean area to minimize airborne
dust, water, waxes, and/or silicones.
Spray with dry fltered air.
Contamination in the air.
Contamination in the line.
Orange Peel
Spray equipment set up incorrectly.
Spray pressure incorrect.
Pot pressure incorrect.
Follow the instructions for equipment
set up.
Set pressure at 34-40 psi.
Set pressure at 10-12 psi.
Pinholes
Porosity
Substrate porosity.
Fill porous areas with product using
squeegee, brush or roller before spraying.
Acetone used as thinner.
Spray pressure too high.
Spray orifce too small.
Reduce pressure to 34-40 psi.
Use larger orifce.
Use slower solvent such as MEK or
Duratec Reducer
Surface not hard
or glossy
Coating not allowed to breathe after sanding
Allow time for solvents to escape before compounding and polishing.
Low reactivity catalyst used / coating under catalyzed.
Catalyze at 2% with full strength MEKP. Do not use 30 percent MEKP or catalyst with less than 8.8 percent active oygen.
See the Liability and Warranty statement on Page 1