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PELUCID

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Pelucid is a high-gloss, rock-hard, water-clear single component topcoat for application by spray or brush, on painted or unpainted steel, fibreglass, wood, stainless steel and other surfaces as well. Like other POR 15 Rust Preventive coatings, Pelucid is cured and strengthened by exposure to moisture rather than weakened as are most coatings. Full cure and hardness will be achieved after about 96 hours.

PRODUCT CHARACTERISTICS:

SURFACE PREPARATION

All surfaces to be coated must be free of grease, oil and all foreign matter. Surfaces must also be bone dry. Moisture often remains in the pores of the metal when surface appears to be dry. Proper attention to eliminating all moisture before coating (warm air blower) will insure that rust will not return.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

BY BRUSH: Apply in even strokes and don’t re-brush continually, as the coating needs time to flow out and level itself. Use in a well ventilated area. Use of gloves is recommended.

BY SPRAY: Thinning is not usually required. If necessary, thin lightly with Xylene, no more than 1:20 or 5%.

Special Note: Organic vapour particulate respirators, NIOSH/MSHA approved, MUST be used when spraying Pelucid. Air-supplied respirators should always be used when spraying in a confined area. SECOND COAT. Apply one hour after first coat is dry to the touch, usually between 2 to3 hours, depending on ambient humidity. The higher the humidity, the faster Pelucid will dry, but increasing humidity to achieve a faster cure is not recommended.

IMPORTANT: Pelucid contains isocyanates therefore use of full breathing gear is advised. We suggest you wear overalls and gloves and cover up as much of your skin as possible.

Weathered or Faded Gelcoat/Fibreglass: Clean with POR 15 Marine Clean. Sand with 300 grit or finer and use Marine Clean again. Surface must be dry & dust free. Avoid applying in direct sunlight or on a hot surface. Spray: Use 25-35 PSI and spray 2 light covering coats (especially important on vertical surfaces). Apply second coat 1 hour after 1st coat is dry to touch (2-3 hrs). Pelucid is self leveling and will flow out if given time. If you sand between coats, allow previous coat to dry fully. Brush: though it is best to spray large areas, small pieces or hard to spray areas can be brushed or dipped. If surface is weathered fibreglass, aged or unfinished wood, sand splinters and rough sections before brushing. Brush 2 thin covering coats, avoid puddles or drips. Apply 2nd coat at least 1 hour after 1st coat is dry to the touch. Unpainted Metal: remove grease and dirt with Marine Clean. Apply POR 15 Metal Ready according to instructions. On aluminum, chrome, brass or copper do not let Metal Ready sit for more than 5 minutes. If coating polished metal, be sure to use a non silicone based polish. After sandblasting, remove all dust before coating. Apply by spray or brush (see above). Painted Surfaces: Surface should be fully cured. Follow above instructions for spraying or brushing. Wood: Apply Pelucid with foam or bristle brush. Untreated wood may need 3 or more coats. Follow instructions for brushing.

QUESTIONS & ANSWERS

MUST I THIN PELUCID?

Probably not. Pelucid may be brushed without thinning and should spray without thinning in most spray systems. Thin only with Xylene if needed.

HOW MANY COATS OF PELUCID SHOULD I APPLY?

Two or more as desired. Follow directions on can. When spraying over brass or copper thin coats should be used to prevent cracking because these metals expand and contract more than other metals.

IS PELUCID COMPATIBLE WITH ALL PAINTED SURFACES?

Yes, because the solvents used in Pelucid are not highly aggressive or highly flammable. Pelucid should not be applied to tacky or uncured surfaces.

WHAT IS THE DRYING TIME OF PELUCID?

That depends on the ambient humidity. Pelucid will dry faster in high humidity, although rapid drying is not always beneficial. With ambient humidity at approximately 40%, Pelucid will dry to the touch in about 2 to 3 hours.

WHAT ABOUT COVERAGE?

Average coverage will exceed 102m per litre depending on thickness applied and the surface Pelucid is applied to.

DOES PELUCID HAVE DANGEROUS FUMES?

Yes, as do all solvent-based coatings. Follow directions and warnings on can regarding safety applications. Organic vapour particulate respirators, such as 3M #8709 NIOSH/MSHA approved, should be used when spraying Pelucid.

IS IT A GOOD IDEA TO USE METAL READY BEFORE APPLYING PELUCID TO ANY METAL SURFACE?

Yes, it it, but you must be careful with certain metals not to leave the Metal Ready on too long. Ten or fifteen minutes is enough time for Metal Ready to prep any surface properly.

CAN PELUCID BE BUFFED OUT AND WAXED LIKE OTHER CLEARCOATS?

Yes, but wait several weeks after application to make sure it is fully cured.