2K Euro Show Clear
Activator Temperatures:
Very Slow: 95°F and above
Slow: 75°F - 90°F and above
Medium: 65°F - 80°F
Fast: 60°F - 70°F
Description:
Euro Show Clear is a 3-1 Premium 2K Urethane Clear coat is a high solid clear coat formulated to provide easy application, easy polishing, and long pot life.
2K Euro Show Clear offers an excellent high gloss finish, great flow and anti-sagging properties.
2K Euro Show Clear is suitable for all top-quality overall, spot and panel finishes. This clear coat resists shrinkage and die back, and retains its glossy appearance whether baked or air-dried and with advanced UV filters and absorbers, your finishes keep their beauty longer.
2K Euro Show Clear Kits:
1 Gallon 2K Euro Show Clear Kit includes:
- 1 x Gallon Euro Show Clear.
- 1 x Quart + 10.6oz Activator
1 Quart 2K Euro Show Clear Kit includes:
- 1 x Quart Clear-coat.
- 1 x 10.6oz Activator.
Substrates & Surface Preparation:
Use over Custom Paints Basecoats and sanded OEM finishes in good condition.
EXISTING FINISH: Sand surface with P600-P800 wet or P500-P600 dry, and then clean with Cleaner/Degreaser. Mask object/area to eliminate unwanted overspray. Use a tack cloth to remove any surface contaminates that may have settled on the basecoat.
Application:
Apply 2-3 coats or 3-4 coats If a heavy flat and polishing is to be a expected. Ensure you leave longer flash times when applying more then 3 coats.
The mixing ratio:
- 3 parts Clear-coat
- 1 part Activator (Medium or Slow Activators)
- Optional : 5 - 10% Thinner
POT LIFE AT 20°C (68°F): 60 -120 minutes
FLASH / DRYING TIMES:
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AIR DRY - 20'C / 68'F |
FORCE DRY - 60'C /140'F |
INFRARED DRY |
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Flash between coats: 10-15 minutes. 2-3 coats Dry to tape: Dry to tape Dry to polish: 6 Hours (depending on temperature) |
Flash time: 5-10 minutes. Cycle Time: 40 minutes @ 140ºF/60ºC metal temperature. Dry to tape: Dry to tape Dry to polish: 25 minutes |
Refer to the infrared manufacturer’s guide for setup recommendations. |
Dry and cure times are dependent on air movement, temperature and film builds.
EQUIPMENT CLEANING:
Clean equipment immediately after use according to local regulations.
Protection:
Use suitable respiratory protection (we recommend the use of a fresh air supply respirator).
Metal Flake Application: "Dry Flake"
Apply our Metal Flakes over any base color to produce a real custom effect, most customers use a black Basecoat. We recommend adding the Metal Flake to our Flake Carrier but you can add them to a Automotive solvent or water based Clearcoats, Clear basecoats and Resin's. Depending on how heavy you want the flake effect, will depend on how much you will need.
Always spray test panels before spraying you product or project to see the effect you desire.
- Start by prepping your project as you would any other paint job. (Sand, Prime, etc.)
- Apply 2-3 coats of Base coat.
- Add 5g to 100g of Dry Metal Flake to a Clear base coat or lacquer and stir well.
- Apply the 1 - 5 coats of Metal Flake until you get the effect you desire.
- Apply a Clearcoat until the Metal Flake is fully covered.
Metal Flake Fx Application: "Paint"
METAL FLAKE FX is an EASY to apply Metal Flake paint. Metal Flake FX is highly concentrated with our Metal Flake and full coverage can be achieved with in a few coats, which then can be 2K clear coated or be used as a base for our Candy effect paints.
- Always spray test panels before spraying your product or project.
- Start by prepping your project as you would any other paint job. (Sand, Prime, etc.)
- Apply 2-3 coats of Basecoat leaving 10-15 minutes between coats.
- Leave 60 minutes before applying the effect color to ensure basecoat is fully dry.
- Stir paint well before adding Reducer. Mix Metal Flake Fx 2-1 with Reducer & stir well.
- Apply 2-5 coats of Metal Flake Fx depending on the effect you desire. Leave 20-30 minutes between coats. Ensure its fully
- Leave 60 minutes before applying a 2k Clearcoat.
