VFI®-6060 60 D Impact Resistant Hard Coat

Features & Benefits

• Protects and resists repeated wear to maintain structure
• High tensile strength and elongation increase durability and longevity
• 60 D hardness enables surfaces to resist abrasion, impact, scratches, etc.
• Excellent hybrid spraying characteristics allows for easy spraying and application
• No VOCs and retains 100% of its thickness after curing

Instructions for Use:  

Surface Preparation  

All surfaces must be clean, dry, and free of dirt, dust, and debris to ensure quality adhesion. The surface must be completely dry to prevent foaming and improper cure.

• 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.

Application  

Before spraying, mix the Poly (B side) until uniform and bring both components to at least 65°F. 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. Equipment recommendations can be found on the technical data sheet.

Apply the coating at a minimum of 30 mil passes. If additional coats are needed, they must be applied within the 15-minute recoat window. VFI recommends applying a compatible UV-stable paint after cure for complete UV stability. Coated surfaces can be placed into service after a minimum cure of 24 hours.

Cleanup 

VFI recommends using xylene or MEK to clean application equipment. When flushing out spray lines, we recommend the 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 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  

VFI-6060 contains isocyanate that irritates the skin and is toxic if inhaled. Avoid prolonged breathing of vapors and repeated skin contact. The material must only be applied to dry surfaces, as moisture triggers the curing reaction and could affect the coating’s physical properties and appearance.

• 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 material may cause allergy and asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties. 
• Causes skin irritation or sensitization: redness, edema, drying, defatting, and cracking of the skin. Repeated exposure to the B side 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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