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  ChromeFX

  Basecoat for ChromeFX

Description:
The ChromeFX (US Pat. #4,975,305) Basecoat is a solvent based, 2-component spray applied coating that forms a smooth reactive base for the ChromeFX (US Pat. #4,975,305) Intermediate “chrome” layer.  It can be used without additional primer on most non-porous surfaces.
Product Data:
Pigment / Binder:  Acrylic resin
Solvents: Aromatic hydrocarbons
Fire Hazard: Flammable
Flash point: 27° C or 80°F
Coverage: 400 sq. Ft/ gallon @ 1 mil
Substrates: Plastic or metal
Color: White
Shelf Life: 1 Year Unopened
Pot Life: 4 Hours @ ambient conditions.
Product Data:

Pigment / Binder:  Acrylic resin
Solvents: Aromatic hydrocarbons
Fire Hazard: Flammable
Flash point: 27° C or 80°F
Coverage: 400 sq. Ft/ gallon @ 1 mil
Substrates: Plastic or metal
Color: White
Shelf Life: 1 Year Unopened
Pot Life: 4 Hours @ ambient conditions.

Application:
  • Cleaning: All parts must be chemically or mechanically cleaned, film free, by a recognized cleaning specification.
  • Pre-treatment:
    • Plastics: Use adhesion promoter recommended by substrate manufacturer to improve adhesion.
    • Porous Surfaces: Apply a primer/sealer. Inquire about ChromeFX water based primer for Styrofoam and other porous plastics.
  • Hardener: ChromeFX Hardener H67
  • Mixing ratio by volume: Basecoat - 4 Parts / Hardener - 1 Part
  • Application Methods: Conventional or HVLP spray
  • Recommended dry film thickness: 1.0 mil

DO NOT TOUCH PART AFTER PRODUCT APPLICATION.
 Hand oils cause defects in intermediate coat.

Drying:
Air Dry: 48 hours
Forced Drying: 1 hour at 50°C (130°F). Metals and high temperature plastics can use higher temperatures.

Storage:
Store at ambient conditions and away from open flame.

Safety Precautions:
Please refer to the Material Safety Data Sheet