Volkswagen Polo Service & Repair Manual: Two-Part HS Hardener

Definition:

Two-Part HS Hardener -LHA 009 041 A3-

Two-Part HS Hardener, Short -LHA 021 004 A3-

Two-Part HS Hardener, Extra Short -LHA 009 046 A2-

Two-Part HS Hardener, Long -LHA 009 047 A3-

Two-Part HS Hardener, Extra Long -LHA 009 048 A3-

Edition 10/2014

Product Description

These are high solid hardeners for several HS fillers and clear coats.

Properties:

It has a high solid content for economical and environmentally friendly application. The choice of five versions means it can adapt well to all painting conditions and ensure reliable application.

Application Instructions

Processing

Possible base components:

Two-Part HS Vario Filler. Refer to → Chapter „Two-Part HS Vario Filler“.

Two-Part HS Premium Filler. Refer to → Chapter „Two-Part HS Premium Filler“.

Two-Part HS Mixed Filler. Refer to → Chapter „Two-Part HS Mixed Filler“.

Two-Part HS Wet-in-Wet Filler. Refer to → Chapter „Two-Part HS Wet-in-Wet Filler“.

Two-Part HS Clear Coat. Refer to → Chapter „Two-Part HS Clear Coat“.

Two-Part HS Vario Clear Coat. Refer to → Chapter „Two-Part HS Vario Clear Coat“.

Area of application

1 -	The Two-Part HS Hardener -LHA 009 041 A3- is suitable for all complete and partial painting at normal temperatures.

2 -	The Two-Part HS Hardener, Short -LHA 021 004 A3- is suitable for partial painting at low temperatures and low spray booth ventilation volumes.

3 -	The Two-Part HS Hardener, Extra Short -LHA 009 046 A2- is suitable for spot repairs and partial painting at low temperatures.

4 -	The Two-Part HS Hardener, Long -LHA 009 047 A3- is suitable for all complete and partial painting at high temperatures.

5 -	The Two-Part HS Hardener, Long -LHA 009 048 A3- is suitable for all complete and partial painting at very high temperatures and is characterized by its good flow properties.

Mixture ratio:

Refer to the technical application instructions for the respective base components

Hardener selection guide

+ + -

Optimum

+ -

Suitable

- -	Partially suitable

- - -

Not suitable

Hardener selection	Two-Part HS Hardener -LHA 009 041 A3-	Two-Part HS Hardener, Short -LHA 021 004 A3-	Two-Part HS Hardener, Extra Short -LHA 009 046 A2-
Partial or complete painting (large areas)	+	-	- -
Partial painting (minor repairs)	+	+ +	+ +
High temperatures above +25 °C	+	- -	- -
Very high temperatures: +30 °C to +35 °C	-	- -	- -
Normal temperature +20 °C to +25 °C	+ +	-	- -
Low temperature +15 °C to +20 °C	-	+	+ +
Oven drying	+ +	+	+
Air drying	+ +	+ +	+ +

Hardener selection	Two-Part HS Hardener, Long -LHA 009 047 A3-	Two-Part HS Hardener, Extra Long -LHA 009 048 A3-
Partial or complete painting (large areas)	+ +	+ +
Partial painting (minor repairs)	+	- -
High temperatures above +25 °C	+	+ +
Very high temperatures: +30 °C to +35 °C	+	+ +
Normal temperature +20 °C to +25 °C	+ +	+
Low temperature +15 °C to +20 °C	-	- -
Oven drying	+ +	+ +
Air drying	+	+

Personal Protective Equipment:

Note the safety data sheets

Wear the personal protective equipment during application

Characteristics

	Two-Part HS Hardener, Extra Short -LHA 009 046 A2-	All other two-part HS hardeners
Flashpoint:	under +21 °C	above +23 °C

Storage

All two-part HS hardeners have a guaranteed shelf life of 36 months from date of manufacture. Use no later than the date indicated on the label and store in original container at +20 °C.

Storage Conditions

Protect against moisture.

Seal the container airtight immediately after removing the hardener.

Two-Part HS Hardener