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 390-450 cps
Thixotropic Index min. 3.5
Gel time @ 2% MEKP 17-21 minutes
Weight per gallon 8.68 lbs/gal
Coverage per gallon @ 20 mils 80 sq. feet
KEY USES
Wood and MDF
substrates
Automotive dashboards
Cabinets and furniture
Marine and aircraft
interiors
Musical instruments
A high-build, easy-sand coating designed as a topcoat for cured p olyester,
polyurethan
e and lacquer clear
or color coats. You
will get a superior finish, add
quality and save tim
e and labor with Durat
ec Hi-Gloss Topcoat.
DURATEC CLEAR
HI-GLOSS TOPCOAT
PRODUCT # 904- 046
SAFETY &
HANDLING
Duratec Clear Hi-G loss Topco
at is extremely flammable. Do not apply near
sparks, op
en flames or heat. Keep area ventilated. Do no t smoke. Avoid
continuo
us breathing of vapor. Duratec Clear Hi-Gloss Topcoat co ntains
ing
redients which could be harmful if mishan dled. Co ntact with skin and eyes
should be avoided and necessary
protective equipment and clothin g should b e
worn. Individuals should wash
with soap and water before eating or drinking. All
containers shou
ld be properly labeled to prevent accidental ingestion o r improper
disposal. Individuals sh
ould reseal 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
cust
omers 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
e
xclusive remedy for all proven claims is replacement of our materials. In no event shall we be liable for special, incidental or
con
sequential damages, including damages caused in transit (exworks terms). Nothing herein shall constitute a warranty,
exp
ressed or implied, including any warranty of merchantability or fitness, nor is protection from any law or patent to be
in
ferred. All patent and trademark rights are reserved.
DESCRIPTION
909-546-1160
hawkeyesales@hawkeyeind.com
PO BOX 415,
BLOOMINGTON, CA 92316
WWW.HAWKEYEIND.COM
FEATURES
EASY TO APPLY
Sprayable and quick building, to
10-15 mils, 250-375 microns
thickness.
HIGH GLOSS
Sands easily and polishes to a
non-wax, tackfree high gloss
finish.
ELONGATION/FLEX
Originally designed to work with
wood, this clear offers slightly
more flex than other topcoats.
EASILY TOPCOATED
Can be top coated with lacquers,
enamels, polyurethanes,
varnishes, etc.
to achieve high-
gloss or low
-lust, hand rubbed
finishes.
COMPATIBILITY
Compatible with wood, polyester,
vinyl ester, and most epoxy
substrates.
OTHER CLEAR OPTIONS
904-061 CLEAR SUNSHIELD
(A UV RESISTANT OPTION)
904-040 HI-GLOSS COATING
REVISED JULY 2021
(LESS FLEX, HIGHER DURABILITY)
REVISED
FEBRUARYY 2023
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.
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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 Hi-Gloss Topcoat 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 1.8 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 CLEAR
HI-GLOSS TOPCOAT
APPLICATION GUIDE # 904 – 04 6
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 ltered 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 ori ce too small.
Reduce pressure to 34-40 psi.
Use larger ori ce.
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.
DURATEC CLEAR
HI-GLOSS TOPCOAT
TROUBLESHOOTING | PRODUCT 904-046
See the Liability and Warranty Statement on Page 1