VFI®-6041 40 D QS Impact Resistant Hard Coat

Features & Benefits

• Formulated for high-traffic areas where impact and abrasion resistance are needed
• Delivers weathertight seal to protect from year-round conditions
• Extended protection from wear while still maintaining flexibility
• Neutral, paintable surface to create an aesthetic for small and medium outdoor projects
• Cost-effective and easy to set up, with no special training needed to operate
• Cartridges designed for use with VFI®-7500 Qwik Spray Gun
• GS-15 Static Mix Tip is standard, but other static mix tips are available upon request

Instructions for Use:  

Surface Preparation 

All surfaces must be clean, dry, and free of any oils, dirt, or films that may affect adhesion.

• Metal – Clean all surfaces with acetone or MEK and allow the cleaning agents to dry. Scuff all areas you are spraying with a wire cup brush sander or 40-grit sandpaper. Avoid sanding to bare metal, as this can affect adhesion, causing the coating to peel over time. Use acetone or MEK again to clean surfaces and allow them to dry before spraying. While primers aren’t necessary on properly prepared surfaces, they can increase adhesion on other surfaces.
• Wood – The wood should be dry and contain less than 11% moisture; otherwise, it should be primed or mist-coated with a light dusting of the coating, followed by main application.
• EPS/HDPU – The foam must be aged for at least 30 days so any gas can escape. We recommend using non-recycled EPS bead 2 PCF foam for an optimal cost-to-quality ratio, but 1-3 PCF is acceptable.

Application 

The material should be brought to a minimum of 75°F before use. Mixing is not required unless the material is visibly separated, and if so, the cartridge should be shaken until uniform.

The Qwik Spray System does not need special training to operate. The material requires a plural component Qwik Spray Gun, like VFI-7500, with dual 750 mL cylinders. To operate the gun, you will need an air compressor that can provide dry air and a minimum of 10 CFM at 100 PSI of constant pressure.

The temperature should be between 40°F – 100°F during use. The cure speed will increase if the temperature passes 72°F. Connect the Qwik Spray applicator to a dry air source. Keep the cartridge vertical with the label facing up when loading it into the gun. Once you start spraying, you cannot stop, so plan your spray pattern for even distribution. Spray onto a disposable surface to ensure the material is adequately mixed. VFI recommends spraying a minimum of 80 mils for the best results. Once the cartridge is almost used, spray onto a disposable surface to keep off-ratio material from getting onto the surface.

To apply texture, spray over but not directly onto the surface until the desired finish is achieved. Allow the material to set for at least 20 minutes before painting. A flexible paint must be used to avoid cracking. Once cured, it is ready to be placed into service after 24 hours. Allow 5 days for full cure.

Qwik Spray Coverage Chart

Cleanup  

Disconnect the disposable cartridges from the air-atomizing gun tip, remove them from the applicator frame, and throw them away. If there is residue on the gun or other equipment, use xylene or MEK before it sets. Never soak the gun in any cleaning solvent.

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 safety glasses and any additional eye protection as necessary 
• 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  

The A side contains isocyanate, which can irritate the skin and be toxic if inhaled. Avoid prolonged breathing of vapors and repeated skin contact by wearing the proper personal protection equipment, including an approved respirator.  

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

Potential Health Hazards  

• May cause stomach distress, nausea, or vomiting if swallowed. 
• May cause respiratory tract irritation. A side components may also cause allergy or asthma symptoms and breathing difficulties.  
• Causes skin irritation and sensitization: redness, edema, drying, defatting, and cracking of the skin. Repeated exposure to B side components can result in absorption through the skin, causing a significant health hazard. 
• Causes serious eye irritation: discomfort, pain, excess blinking and tear production, marked redness, and swelling of the conjunctiva.  

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

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