Axalta ViterClad 50 Finish is a two pack recoatable polyurethane finish specially formulated for the maintenance and repainting of architectural cladding, especially recommended for the maintenance of Corus Colorcoat HP200 and HPS200 cladding.
Available in 350+ colours
Expected system lifetime up to 15 years (depending on exposed environment and shade)
Suitable for PVF2, Silicone Polyester & Polyester Cladding when applied over ViterClad Bonding Coat
Suitable for urban, marine and industrial environments - Cures at sub-zero temperatures, with good climatic tolerance
Tough, durable finish combining abrasion resistance with outstanding colour and sheen retention
Good cleaning properties for ease of building maintenance - Tolerant of slight surface moisture during application
Professional use only - from the 24th August 2023, adequate training is required before industrial or professional use of this product.
Axalta ViterClad 50 Finish, a two pack recoatable polyurethane finish specially formulated for the maintenance and repainting of architectural cladding, and especially recommended for the maintenance of Corus Colorcoat HP200 and HPS200 cladding. Suitable for urban, marine and industrial environments, the tough durable finish combines abrasion resistance with outstanding colour and sheen retention, curing at sub-zero temperatures,
Available in 350+ colours in RAL and BS ranges, Axalta ViterClad 50 Finish is easily applied by spray, brush or roller.
Specially formulated for maintenance and repainting of architectural cladding
Available in 350+ colours
Recommended for the maintenance of Corus Colorcoat HP200 and HPS200 cladding
Expected system lifetime up to 15 years (depending on exposed environment and shade)
Suitable for PVF2, Silicone Polyester & Polyester Cladding when applied over ViterClad Bonding Coat
Suitable for urban, marine and industrial environments
Tough, durable finish combining abrasion resistance with outstanding colour and sheen retention
Good cleaning properties for ease of building maintenance
Cures at sub-zero temperatures and has good climatic tolerance
Tolerant of slight surface moisture during application
Product Specification
Technical Data
Volume Solids
58 ± 2% (may vary with colour)
VOC Content
399 + 20 g/litre (varies with colour)
SG
1.40-1.60 kg/lt mixed, varies with colour
Storage Conditions
Store in dry, cool conditions and protect from frost
Shelf Life
Minimum 12 months if stored as above in unopened containers
Flash Point
23-60℃
Film Thickness Range And Coverage
Product Data
Dry Film Thickness
Wet Film Thickness
Theoretical Coverage
Minimum
50 µm
86 µm
11.6 m2/litre
Maximum
100 µm
172 µm
5.8 m2/litre
Practical coverage depends on the application method, painting conditions and the shape and roughness of the surface to be coated
Drying Times
Product Data
Applied to 50 microns DFT
5℃
10℃
23℃
35℃
Dust Free
3 hr
2 hr
1 hr
45 min
Hard Dry
9 hr
6 hr
3 hr
2 hr
Overcoating
Minimum
24 hr
24 hr
12 hr
10 hr
Maximum
Indefinite if clean and sound
Drying and recoating times are related to the film thickness, temperature, the relative humidity of the air and ventilation
Surface Preparation
This product is a finish coat which should be applied over ViterClad Bonding Coat or suitably prepared, sound Plastisol for recolour work
For aged/degraded Plastisol, condition diagnosis and correct surface preparation are critical to performance. Please consult Axalta Coating Systems/Rawlins Technical on 0113 2455450 (option 2) or [email protected] for individual project specifications
Completely new and unweathered HP200 Plastisol must be wiped with white spirit (1050 Thinner) and allowed to dry prior to applying ViterClad 50
New HPS200 Plastisol must be wiped with xylene (1006 Thinner) and allowed to dry prior to applying ViterClad 50
For PVF2, Silicone Polyester and other cladding types, refer to Axalta Coating Systems
Surfaces should be clean, dry and free from all grease, oil and general contamination
Mixing
Mix only in the proportions stated, mixing each component individually then together using a mechanical agitator. Agitate periodically during use to ensure product remains homogeneous.
Base (2897) 9 parts by volume (or 2886 (L) – see Product Notes)
Only apply in conditions of good ventilation which must be maintained during drying and curing.
Do not apply in windy conditions where wind is likely to carry spray mist.
Do not apply when rain, mist, sleet or snow are imminent.
During application and drying time of the paint coating, the surface should be dry, the Relative Humidity should not exceed 85% and the steel temperature should remain at least 3℃ above the dew point.
Only apply this product when the above conditions can be maintained throughout the critical application and drying/curing process.
Paint temperature should ideally be at a minimum of 15℃.
Do not apply above 40℃.
Do not apply over standing or running water or ice.
Application Methods
Airless Spray: Output fluid pressure at tip 2200-2500 psi, Tip Size: 13-17 thou (0.33- 0.43mm). Up to 5% 1737 Thinner may be added for application under cool or hot conditions, but thinning should be avoided if possible
Conventional spray is possible but not recommended
Brush – up to 5% 1737 Thinner may be required
Roller – use only good quality short hair roller types of suitable width to accommodate the cladding profile and configuration – always work from a wet edge. Up to 10% thinner may be required – use 1048 Thinner when applying by roller in warm conditions
Product Notes
Certain pale shades and accent colours may require extra coats for complete obliteration
Contains isocyanates – refer to Safety Data Sheet
Some shades may contain lead colourants and these are labelled ViterClad 50(L)
For best opacity, particularly with bright tinted colours such as bright yellows, oranges and reds, this product should be applied over a primer or intermediate coat tinted to the recommended undercoat shade – please consult Axalta Coating Systems/Rawlins Technical for details
This coating has not been tested to the standard of the new regulation 7(2) of the Building Regulations 2010, which came into force in Dec 2018
Health & Safety
Containers are provided with safety labels which should be observed. Further information about hazardous influences and protection are detailed in individual Product Safety Data Sheets in the attachments section above.
Customer agrees that before placing an Order, Customer has read and understood the most up to date Product Data Sheet for the Product. Where we have access to the Product Data Sheet from the manufacturer, we will either provide a copy on request, or include a link to the Product Data Sheet available on the manufacturer’s website. Customer further agrees that we have no liability for any errors or omissions contained within the Product Data Sheets. For more information, please see our Terms & Conditions of Sale.
Axalta ViterClad 50 Finish is only available with the shipping and delivery timescales listed below - please do not contact our Customer Support Team with enquiries about alternative or earlier shipping and delivery times.
Saturdays and Sundays, as well as Bank Holidays, are not classed as working days.
Orders placed after the cut-off for this product will not be processed for earliest dispatch until 9am the next working day.
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