Speedcoat-49        - Fast Boats -

APPLICATION GUIDE AND TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Meets EPA, USDA, And FDA 21 CFR 175.300 Requirements

Properties

Speedcoat-49 is a water based silicone-epoxy coating having unique release properties while adhering to a broad range of substrates including wood, concrete, fiberglass, metals, and most plastics including epoxies, polyurethanes, and alkyds. Speedcoat-49 is a hydrophobic coating that has a low surface tension when in contact with water. As a bottom coat on boats, improved speed, as well as less fuel consumption are readily noticed. Speedcoat-49 is especially recommended for reduction in drag resistance through water. Speedcoat-49 is akin but not quite as hard as Wearlon® Super F-1M having slightly less filler content to allow polishing of the coating.

Mixing Instructions

Speedcoat-49 is a 2 component product, packaged in 1-gallon and 5-gallon kits containing the proper ratio of ingredients. The entire contents of each container should be mixed together. For quantities less than the pre-packaged kit, mix as follows: To 11 parts of the A component, mix in 2 parts of the B component. Mix the A and the B until completely blended. NO INDUCTION PERIOD NECESSARY...Spray immediately.

Thinning and Clean up

In most cases it is not necessary to thin Speedcoat-49. A mono-layer is sometimes applied just prior to a race and allowed to cure for at least 12 hours. This is achieved by diluting the catalyzed coating 3 to 1 with water and applying a light coating or polishing as mentioned below. Clean up by using soap and water while Speedcoat-49 is in an uncured state.

Application and Recoating

Product can be rolled, brushed or sprayed. For best results, spray Speedcoat-49 on most surfaces for a total of 3 to 4 mil dry coating. Make sure the surface temperature is above 40°F and the relative humidity is below 90% before coating. Allow at least 24 hours and ideally one week of curing before putting into service. Do not use harsh chemicals for cleaning - a simple hand wipe or a light scrape is adequate for removing fouling. If a Speedcoat-49 surface has become damaged or has excessive wear, then an occasional touch-up may be required. This can be achieved by simply spraying 1 to 3 wet mils of the Speedcoat-49 over the existing surface and allowing it to cure for at least 24 hours prior to putting it back in service. If poor wetting occurs while applying coatings, then lightly roughen the dry surface with 400 grit sandpaper and wipe with a dampened acetone rag prior to top-coating with Speedcoat-49. A golf ball dimpled surface can be achieved by using a ¼ inch nap Mohair Roller and applying the freshly catalyzed coating. If the coating is immediately rubbed out or polished after applying, using a soft sponge or cotton rag, a smooth mono-layer of coating is left on the substrate resulting in a reduction of surface tension with water for improved speed with the least amount of add-on weight. Post heating after coating, or pre-warming the substrate prior to coating will speed up the curing.

Caution: Extremely Slippery—care must be followed when transporting or walking on this surface.

Refer to Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
http://www.wearloncorp.com/index.php/faqs

Coating Type

Shelf Life: 1 Year Storage: DO NOT FREEZE Color: Various Pot Life: 60 min @ 68°F Induction Time: None Solids: by Weight 49% Coverage Rate: Approx. 180 sq. ft.per gallon @ 4 dry mils Tensile Strength: >1750psi Elongation: ASTM 2370>5% Adhesion: ASTM D451>1000psi on steel Cure Time: Cures at room temperature. Dry to the touch in 4 hours. Can be force cured at 300°F for 30 min. Many applications can be returned to service the next day. Abrasion: (CS 17/Kg/1000 cycles) <4 mg loss VOC: ASTM 3960-1.0#/gl. Heat Resistance: Do not exceed 275°F continuous service

To the best of our knowledge the technical data contained herein is true and accurate at the date of this issuance and is subject to change without prior notice. User must contact Wearlon® distributor/representative to verify correctness before specifying or ordering. No guarantee of accuracy is given or implied. Plastic Maritime guarantees its products to conform to Plastic Maritime quality control. Plastic Maritime assumes no responsibility for coverage, performance, or injuries resulting from use. Liability, if any, is limited to replacement of products. NO OTHER WARRANTY OR GUARANTEE OF ANY KIND IS MADE BY PLASTIC MARITIME, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, STATUTORY, BY OPERATION OF THE LAW OR OTHERWISE, INCLUDING MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT YOUR LOCAL DISTRIBUTOR OR CALL PLASTIC MARITIME AT 518-587-7624.