VFI®-6150 50 D Spray Hard Coat

Features & Benefits

• A 50 D hardness gives the coated layer impact resistance to absorb pressure without breaking
• Fast cure time allows it to be sprayed and painted on the same day without multiple coats
• Can be used to create an aesthetic for small and large indoor and outdoor projects
• Easy spraying and slower gel time allow it to spray smoothly in a single pass
• Class A fire testing through ASTM E84

Instructions for Use:  

Surface Preparation

EPS – the foam should be aged for at least 30 days to allow any gas to escape. We recommend 2 PCF non-recycled bead foam for an optimal cost-to-quality ratio, but anything between 1 and 3 PCF is acceptable. Once clean and dry, VFI-6150 can be applied directly to the EPS.

Application

Bring VFI-6150 to a minimum temperature of 65°F before use. Premix the Poly (B side) components until uniform before spraying. The time it takes to mix the product will depend on volume and mixing method. All powder should be mixed in from the bottom of the drum. The A side does not need to be premixed.

Use a high-pressure, plural component spray rig that runs between 150-155°F at a minimum of 2,500 psi of constant pressure to spray the coating. See TDS for recommendations. For light-duty applications, 40-80 mils can be sprayed to develop a uniform film that protects the piece. 80-120 mils of coverage can be sprayed for heavy-duty applications when more physical abuse is expected. Subsequent coats can be applied as necessary within the 20-minute recoat window. Coating outside of the recoat window could result in adhesion problems.

Once cured, VFI-6150 must be top-coated with paint or an equivalent coating for protection from UV rays. While the finished project can be placed into service in as little as 8 hours with light application, complete curing may take up to 3 days.

Cleanup

VFI recommends cleaning tools and spray equipment with xylene or MEK. Immediately after spraying, flush spray lines with VFI-8005 Pump Flush to prevent damage from product build-up.

Safety

*Always read the safety data sheet before working with chemicals

Use chemicals only as directed and for their intended purpose. Do not dispose of chemicals down the drain. Most chemicals must be disposed of as hazardous waste.

PPE to avoid all unnecessary exposure:

• Eye protection – wear approved eye and face protection, including properly fitted dust or splash-proof safety goggles or a face shield
• Hand protection – wear chemically resistant protective gloves (nitrile, butyl, or neoprene)
• Skin and body protection – wear suitable protective clothing
• Respiratory protection – in case of insufficient ventilation, wear suitable respiratory equipment. Respirator selection must be based on known or anticipated exposure levels, the hazards of the product, and the safe working limits of the selected respirator.

Product Limitations

VFI-6150 is not UV color-stable and has no long-term UV testing. Avoid prolonged breathing of vapors and repeated skin contact.

• Incompatible materials – A side: strong bases, acids, alcohols, amines, and water. B side: strong oxidizers and acids
• Conditions to avoid – heat and incompatible materials
• Chemical stability – stable under normal storage conditions
• Reactivity & hazardous reactions – no dangerous reactions known under normal use
• Hazardous decomposition products – may include, and are not limited to, oxides of carbon and oxides of nitrogen, as well as isocyanates for the A side

Potential Health Hazards

• A side material may cause allergy or asthma symptoms and breathing difficulties if inhaled. B side material may cause burns. Both materials may cause respiratory tract irritation.
• A side material causes skin irritation and may cause skin sensitization, including redness, edema, drying, defatting, and cracking of the skin. B side material is toxic in contact with skin and causes severe burns, redness, pain, and blisters. Repeated exposure to this material can result in absorption through the skin, causing a significant health hazard.
• A side material causes serious eye irritation, including discomfort, pain, excess blinking and tear production, marked redness, and swelling of the conjunctiva. B side material causes serious eye damage and may cause burns.
• May cause stomach distress, nausea, or vomiting, if swallowed. B side is toxic and may cause burns.

*If you are experiencing any of these symptoms, seek medical advice or attention. Call a poison control center or doctor if swallowed.

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