High Gloss Clear
ECS10 is a 2K ready-to-spray, premium quality clear that meets the National Rule for VOC compliance. ECS10 possesses a “water white” color that eliminates concerns of color change over some basecoat colors, especially white. ECS10 has excellent buffing capabilities and a superior gloss for a glamour
appearance.
ACTIVATORS
MIXING RATIO
Mix TWO (2) parts ECS10 with one (1) part selected activator. ECS10 is ready to spray after activation. A566 accelerator may be used up to 1 ounce per gallon or ¼ ounce per quart for enhanced drying.
POT LIFE AT 77° F
2 hours (without accelerator)
CLEAN UP
Use NORTHSTAR Lacquer Thinner or zero VOC solvents. (Check local regulations)
PHYSICAL DATA
Solids wt. (as mixed) 42%
VOC as mixed 4.3
Color Water white
DRY / FLASH TIMES
Air Dry at 77°F
Flash between coats 15 -30 minutes
Dust free 40 minutes
Tack free 15-30 minutes
Sand & Buff 12-16 hours
Force Dry
Flash before force dry 15 minutes minimum
Force dry time 35 minutes at 140° F
Sand & Buff After 2 hour cool down
COLOR SANDING
Wet sand with 1000 to 1500 wet or dry paper, then buff with appropriate compounds and glazes to achieve a high gloss finish.
GUN SETUPS
Conventional
Gravity Feed 1.3 mm – 1.5 mm
Siphon Feed 1.3 mm – 1.5 mm
AIR PRESSURES
Conventional at Gun
Gravity Feed 30 – 40 psi
Siphon Feed 35 – 45 psi
HVLP at cap 8 – 10 psi
SURFACE PREPARATION
Use NORTHSTAR Clean Wipe (S10) to clean substrate free of grease, dirt, and foreign contaminants.
APPLICATION