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Definition:

Structuring Component, Fine -ALN 775 108-

Edition 04/2013

Product Description

The Structuring Component, Fine -ALN 775 108- is a component for the two-part HS top coat and changes it into a textured paint.

The top coat can be used for plastic finishes on vehicles.

Application Instructions

Base Surface

Suitable base surfaces:

Hardened, well-preserved and sanded old paint or factory paints

Plastic parts treated with primer or filler

Note For information about plastic parts, refer to "The VW/Audi Coating System for Plastic Parts" (Data Sheet 5.74).

Pre-treatment of base surfaces:

  • Carefully clean using Silicone Remover -LVM 020 000 A5- or Silicone Remover, Long -LVM 020 100 A5-.
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  • Dry-sand with rotary sander and dust extraction (P 400 to 500 grit).
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  • Or wet-sand with P 800 grit sandpaper
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  • Use a suitable cleaning agent before reworking to ensure a clean and residue-free surface.

Processing
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Mixing ratio

Mixing ratio 1:1 by volume with two-part HS top coat:

  • Afterwards combine this mixture 4:1 by volume with a suitable two-part VHS hardener.
See technical application information two-part VHS hardener. Refer to → Chapter „Two-Part VHS Hardener and Two-Part VHS Performance Hardener“.

Dilutable with:

Two-Part Thinner, Special -LVM 009 200 A2/A5-

Two-Part Thinner, Long -LVM 009 300 A2-
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Processing time/pot life:

  • Ready to spray in 90-100 minutes at +20 °C
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Application type “coat”
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  • Processing viscosity 4 mm for +20 °C, German Industry Standardization 53211
  • Processing viscosity at +20 °C material temperature is the mixing viscosity for “Compliant” and “HVLP”.
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  • Adding 15 % thinner at +20 °C material temperature
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  • Set spray nozzle (see manufacturer's information): “Compliant” 1.3 to 1.4 mm.
  • Set spray nozzle (see manufacturer's information): “HVLP” 1.3 to 1.5 mm.
  • Set spray pressure (see manufacturer's information): “Compliant” to 2.0 to 2.5 bar.
  • Set atomizing pressure (see manufacturer's information): “HVLP” 0.7 bar.
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  • Two spray applications are required with drying time (5 to 10 minutes) to get a dry layer thickness of between 50 and 60 µm.
Note

The addition of Elastic Additive -ALZ 011 001- is omitted.

Structuring Component, Fine -ALN 775 108- is only suitable for use on attachments (for example, bumpers, spoilers). Various effects can be created using different spraying techniques and layer thicknesses. Structuring Component, Fine -ALN 775 108- is thixotropically mixed, which means it becomes fluid when stirred.
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Drying

Air dry at +20 °C room temperature:

Dust dry after 30 to 50 minutes

Ready for assembly after 4 to 6 hours

Dry overnight
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Final drying time with forced drying is a minimum of 5 to 10 minutes.
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Forced dry at +60 °C object temperature for 30 to 40 minutes
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Final drying time for IR drying is 5 minutes.
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IR dry with a short-wave radiator for 10 to 15 minutes and with a medium-wave radiator for 15 to 20 minutes.
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Personal Protective Equipment:

Note the safety data sheets

Wear the personal protective equipment during application

Characteristics
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Delivery Viscosity Thixotropic
Flashpoint: above +23 °C
VOC value: 2004/42/IIB(e)(840)600 The EU limit for this product (product category IIB.e) in ready-to-use form is a maximum of 840 g/L volatile organic compounds. The VOC-value of this product in ready-to-use form is a maximum of 600 g/L.

Storage

The guaranteed shelf life is 24 months from production date. Use no later than the date indicated on the label and store in original container at +20 °C.
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Aquaplus Touch-Up Additive

Definition:

Touch-Up Additive for Aquaplus -LVM 030 000 A2-

Note The usage and application instructions for the Touch-Up Additive for Aquaplus -LVM 030 000 A2- is described here → Chapter „Aquaplus Touch-Up System“.

Aqua Premium System Additive

Definition:

Additive for Aqua Premium -LVM 035 200 A2/A3-

Additive for Aqua Premium -LVM 035 300 A1-

Additive for Aqua Premium -LVM 035 300 A1/A3-/-LVM 035 301 A3-

Note The use and application instructions for the additives for aqua premium are described in the appropriate base component. Refer to → Chapter „Aqua Premium System“.

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