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- Application Method
This gel coat is ready to use by application with airless spray equipment. Mix the product slowly but thoroughly for 10 minutes prior to each shift start up. Apply the correct film thickness. A wet film thickness between 300 to 600µm is required ideally in 3 even passes. Check that the correct level of MEKP is added. A level of 1,8% is recommended. Do not use more than 3% or lower than 1,2% MEKP catalyst. Minimum application temperature : 15°C This product is not designed for use with a roller or brush.
Properties
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- Mechanical Properties
Value Units Test Method / Conditions Elongation at break 3,4 % ISO 527 Tensile strength 53 MPa - H.D.T (NFT ISO 75)......... 61 °C - - Typical Properties
Value Units Test Method / Conditions Density 1,05 - 1,26 - - Sag Resistance 500 μm - wet - Hide depends colour 500 - 700 μm - wet - Color Depends colour - - Viscosity (25°C - Spindle 4-4 rpm) 120 - 160 dPa.s - Solid Content (15mn at 150°C) 52 - 54 % - Thixotropic Index (2/20 rpm) 6,0 - 7,5 - - - Cured Properties
Value Units Test Method / Conditions Gel Time (200g - 25°C - 1,8% MEKP) 12-15 mn - Peak Time (200g - 25°C - 1,8% MEKP) 20 - 35 mn - Peak exotherm (°C) (200g - 25°C - 1,8% MEKP) 160 - 200 - - Film cure (500μ - 20°C - 2% MEKP) 40 - 50 mn -
Storage & Handling
- Storage and Shelf Life
Shelf-life :
4 Months .
Storage :
When the product is sealed in its original packing, stored indoors away from direct sunlight and direct heat sources and ideally at ambient temperature between 15°C and 25°C .