VFI®-6050 50 D Impact Resistant Hard Coat

Features & Benefits

• Low sensitivity when exposed to moisture due to fast-setting abilities
• High tensile strength and elongation increase durability and longevity
• Hardness provides the flexibility needed to resist high impact and abrasion
• Will not crack or break from extreme temperature changes
• Resists repeated wearing to maintain original structure
• 100% solids content means no VOCs, and it retains 100% of its thickness after curing

Instructions for Use:  

Surface Preparation  

• 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 the 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.

Equipment

Apply the material to the prepared surface using a plural-component high-pressure spray rig capable of spraying at 2,500 psi and temperatures between 135°F-150°F. Gun tips will vary by the project and will need to be adjusted on-site. See technical data sheet for recommended machines.

Application 

Before spraying, premix the Poly (B side) until uniform. The material temperature should be brought to a minimum of 65°F before use. Apply the coating at a minimum of 30 mil passes. When applying additional coats, you must stay within the 30-minute open window. VFI recommends applying a UV-stable topcoat once VFI-201 has fully cured for complete UV stability. Coated surfaces can be placed into service after a minimum cure of 24 hours.

Cleanup  

VFI recommends cleaning application equipment with xylene or MEK. When flushing out spray lines, use VFI-8005 Pump Flush to remove all material from the hoses.

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 splashproof chemical safety goggles and face protection such as 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-6050 contains isocyanate, which is irritating to the skin and toxic if inhaled as particulate matter. Avoid prolonged breathing of vapors and repeated skin contact. Use only in a well-ventilated area.  

• 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, plus isocyanates for the A side 

Potential Health Hazards 

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

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