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MIROTHANE PU 5577 Sun Shield Clear Topcoat

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Code: 5577

High-performance, clear, two-pack, non-yellowing, acrylic polyurethane for interior wood & wood composites. MIROTHANE PU 5577 Sun-Shield contains a sophisticated package of UV absorbers and light stabilisers that have been proven highly effective in protecting reconstituted, dyed and natural wood veneers from colour change when exposed to ultraviolet (UV) light.
Features:
  • Contains UV absorbers and light stabilisers that have been proven highly effective in protecting reconstituted, dyes and natural wood veneers from colour change when exposed to ultraviolet (UV) light.
  • High solids means less coats are required to achieve a full finish
  • Subdued gloss is highly resistant to unsightly oily finger prints. Fingerprints can be easily removed with a clean rag without leaving residual gloss spots, particularly important when applying a clear matt topcoat over a dark base
  • Available in a full range of gloss levels; matt, satin, semi-gloss and full gloss

Specifications:

Colour : Clear
Finish : Matt (10%), Satin (30%), Semi Gloss (60%) & Full Gloss
Build : Very Good
Sandability : Good
Vertical Hold Up : Good
Solvent Resistance : Very Good
Water Resistance : Excellent
Levelling & Flow : Excellent
Sink Back : Minimal
Coverage : 6-7m2 per litre at 150 micron wet film build. This is dependent on the application equipment / gun set up and the article being coated
Dry Time : Refer to Technical Data Sheet
Clean Up : Clean all equipment using MIROSOL 1208 or 1234 Thinner

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Application:

Mixing Ratio (by volume) : Matt & Satin: 4 Parts 5577 Part A + 1 Part 5735 Part B (4A:1B) Full Gloss: 4 Parts 5577 Part A + 1 Part 5757 or 5789 (4A:1B)
Pot Life : Up to 8 hours at 25°C Pot life varies significantly with ambient temperature, humidity and the quantity mixed. Pot life is longer at lower temperatures and shorter at higher temperatures. The larger the quantity mixed, the shorter the pot life will be. Only mix the quantity required for the job.
Thinning : Matt & Satin: Thin 40-60% with MIROSOL 1217 (Fast), 1263 (Medium), 1266 (Slow), 1218 (Ultra Slow) Full Gloss: Thin up to 15% with MIROSOL 1263 (Medium), 1266 or 1260 (Slow), 1218 (Ultra Slow)
Suction Gun - Use 1.5 to 2mm (59-79 thou) orifice with 350-400kpa (50-55 psi).
Pressure Pot - Use 1.5 to 2mm (59-79 thou) orifice with pressure pot air-cap. Gun pressure 350-400kpa (50-55 psi) and a pot pressure of 45kpa (6 psi) max.
Airless Spray - Use 0.23 to 0.33mm (9-13 thou) orifice, 15cm fan (dependent on job) with regulated pump pressure of 350-400kpa (50-55 psi).
Air Mix Guns - Settings similar to airless spray with the air-assisted regulator pressure at 70-90kpa (10-15psi).

Where To Use:

Interior: Reconstituted, dyed and natural wood veneers, kitchen cupboards, wall panelling, table topcoat, bench tops, commercial furniture and fit-outs, window furnishings and blinds, children’s toys.
Semi Exterior: Covered entry doors and internal faces of opening windows.
Exterior: When used as a protective clear topcoat over an exterior grade pigmented basecoat e.g. MIROTHANE PU 5610 polyurethane on metal, plastic or over appropriately primed carbon fibre.

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