VFI®-6031 75 A Polyurea Hybrid Spray Coating

Features & Benefits

• Creates a flexible, smooth surface that is durable against impact
• Great resistance to thermocycling, abrasion, chemicals, & scratches for outdoor use
• Extremely fast setting for a quick turnaround on projects
• Effective bonding to properly prepared surfaces
• Convenient and hassle-free setup allows for cost-effective, portable application
• No cleaning solvents are required; simply throw away the cartridge once empty

Instructions for Use:

Surface Preparation

Clean all surfaces of contaminants such as oils, dirt, or debris for ensured adhesion. If used for molding, the applied surface must be sealed with a release agent, especially if it is porous and you plan on demolding.

Some substrates may require sanding, so an adhesion test should be performed before coating. When applying over foam, allow the foam to age for at least 30 days so any gas can escape.

Application

Bring the material to a minimum temperature of 65°F before use. Do not heat the material in a microwave. As a cartridge-based system, VFI-6031 does not require mixing, except if the material is visibly separated. If separation is visible, shake the cartridge until uniform.

VFI-6031 requires a low-pressure, plural component spray applicator like the VFI-7500 Qwik Spray Gun, which can hold 750 mL dual cartridges. To run the equipment, an air compressor that can provide dry air and a minimum of 100 psi at 10 CFM of constant pressure is required.

The surface and ambient temperature should be between 40°F-100°F during use. Cure speed will increase above 72°F. Keep the cartridge vertical with the label facing up when loading it into the gun.

VFI typically recommends spraying between 40 and 80 mils for the best coverage. More coats can be applied for improved impact resistance. Apply them within an hour after the initial coating for ensured adhesion.

Once you start spraying, you cannot stop until the cartridge is empty without switching tips. Plan your spray pattern for even distribution. Spray onto a disposable surface to ensure the material is adequately mixed before spraying onto the application surface. Once the cartridge is almost empty, spray onto a disposable surface again to keep off-ratio material from getting onto the application surface.

Projects can be put into service after 48 hours at room temperature, depending on application thickness. Full cure occurs after 7 days.

Cleanup

Disconnect the static mix tip by pressing the push-to-connect fitting on the air supply hose. Remove the cartridge from the applicator frame and throw it away. If there is residue on the spray gun, you can use xylene or MEK to wipe it off before it fully sets. Never soak the gun in a 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 approved, fitted dust or splash-proof safety glasses and 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-6031 is not UV color-stable and has no long-term UV testing. This product contains isocyanate, which may cause skin irritation, and inhalation can be toxic. Avoid prolonged breathing of vapors and repeated skin contact.

• 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 as well as 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 may cause allergy and asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties.
• Causes skin irritation and sensitization: redness, edema, drying, defatting, and cracking of the skin. Repeated exposure to the material 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 advice or attention. Call a poison control center or doctor if swallowed. 

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