Thinners
Two-Part Thinner
Definition:
- Two-Part Thinner -LVE 009 001 A5-
- Two-Part Thinner, Long -LVM 009 300 A2-
- Two-Part Thinner, Plus -LHA 014 000 A5-
- Two-Part Thinner, Special -LVM 009 200 A2-/-LVM 009 200 A5-
- Nitrocellulose Thinner -LVE 856 000 A3-
Product Description
The following section describes the VW thinners that are optimally suited to vehicle paint repairs.
These thinners can be used to alter the viscosity of the base products to achieve the best application under all conditions.
Note
They may not be used for thinning water-based base paints.
Application Instructions
Area of Application
Mixture ratio:
- Refer to the technical application instructions for the respective base components
Thinner Selection
+ + - Optimum
+ - Suitable
- - Partially suitable
- - - Not suitable

Note
This table gives a general overview of the options for using the thinners listed here. Any additional information in the technical application information for the respective base component should take precedence.
| Two-Part Thinner | Two-Part Thinner -LVE 009 001 A5- | Two-Part Thinner, Long -LVM 009 300 A2- | Two-Part Thinner, Plus -LHA 014 000 A5- | Two-Part Thinner, Special -LVM 009 200 A2-/-LVM 009 200 A5- |
| Two-Part HS Top Coat | + | ++* | + | + + |
| Two-Part HS Clear Coat** | - - | - - | - - | + + |
| Two-Part Acrylic Primer/Filler | + + | +* | + + | + + |
| Wash Primer | + + | -* | + + | + + |
| * only for temperatures above +25 ºC (77 ºF) | ||||
| ** Two-part HS clear coat which is used in a 3:1 mixing ratio with two-part VHS hardeners plus thinner. | ||||
Main areas of application and thinner uses
| Two-Part Thinner | Two-Part Thinner -LVE 009 001 A5- | Two-Part Thinner, Long -LVM 009 300 A2- | Two-Part Thinner, Plus -LHA 014 000 A5- | Two-Part Thinner, Special -LVM 009 200 A2-/-LVM 009 200 A5- | Nitrocellulose Thinner -LVE 856 000 A3- |
| Main area of application | Universally usable thinner for all two-part acrylic products | The specially designed thinner with viscosity-reducing properties is especially suitable for the two-part HS top coat, two-part acrylic filler. | Usable thinner for all two-part acrylic products with drying accelerator | A specially designed thinner with viscosity-reducing properties is especially suitable for the two-part HS top coat, two-part acrylic filler and two-part HS clear coat, which are used in a 3:1 ratio with two-part VHS hardeners plus thinner. | Equipment cleaner and degreaser |
| Use | For adjusting viscosity of base materials and top coats at low and moderate temperatures | For optimizing and improving the paint mist adhesion at spray booth temperatures above +25 ºC (77 ºF) and the presence of large surfaced objects at the same time. | For adjusting viscosity of base materials and top coats at low and moderate temperatures | For adjusting viscosity of base materials and top coats at low and moderate temperatures | The EU limit for this product (product category IIB.a) in its ready-to-use form is a maximum of 850 g/L volatile organic compounds. VOC value: 2004/42/IIB(a)(850)840 |
| Characteristics | Flashpoint above +23 ºC (73.4) | Flashpoint above +23 ºC (73.4) | Flashpoint above +23 ºC (73.4) | Flashpoint above +23 ºC (73.4) | Flashpoint above +23 ºC (73.4) |
Personal Protective Equipment:
- Note the safety data sheets
- Wear the personal protective equipment during application

Storage
All thinners have a guaranteed shelf life of 60 months from date of manufacture. Use no later than the date indicated on the label and store in original container at +20 ºC (68 ºF)

HS Spot Thinner
Definition:
- HS Spot Thinner -LVM 006 000 A2-
Product Description
HS Spot Thinner -LVM 006 000 A2- is a special drying accelerator for minor repairs in certain Two-Part HS Clear Coats and Two-Part HS Top Coats. The clear coat and top coat remain VOC compliant at the specified mixture.
Use:
- Clever repair area of application
- Only for small surfaces
- Do not apply to horizontal surfaces
Application Instructions
Base Surface
See the technical application instructions for the respective base component
Suitable preliminary coatings:
- Two-Part HS Brilliant Plus Clear Coat -LZK 769 K05 A5-
- HS Vario Clear Coat -L2K 769 K01 A5-
- Two-Part HS Performance Clear Coat -LZK 769 K06 A5-
- Two-Part HS Optimum Plus Clear Coat -LZK 769 K07 A5-
- Two-Part HS Solid Top Coat -L2K 073 ... ..-
- Two-Part HS Mixed Paint -L2K 074 ... ..-
Processing
Mixture ratio:
3:1 by volume with:
- Two-Part VHS Hardener -LHA 009 051 A2-/-LVM 009 051 A5-
- Two-Part VHS Hardener, Short -LHA 009 050 A2-
Dilutable with:
HS Spot Thinner -LVM 006 000 A2- (HS spot thinner is added instead of Two-Part Thinner, Special -LVM 009 200 A2-/-LVM 009 200 A5-)
- +5 % for Two-Part HS Brilliant Plus Clear Coat -LZK 769 K05 A5-
- + 12.5 % for HS Vario Clear Coat -L2K 769 K01 A5-
- +5 % for Two-Part HS Performance Clear Coat -LZK 769 K06 A5-
- + 10 % for Two-Part HS Optimum Plus Clear Coat -LZK 769 K07 A5-
- +12,5 % bei Two-Part HS Solid Top Coat -L2K 073 ... ..-/Two-Part HS Mixed Paint -L2K 074 ... ..-

Processing time/pot life:
- Ready to spray in 35 to 45 minutes at +20 ºC (68 ºF) (clear coat with Two-Part VHS Hardener -LHA 009 051 A2-/-LVM 009 051 A5-)
- Ready to spray in 50 to 60 minutes at +20 ºC (68 ºF) (clear coat with Two-Part HS Solid Top Coat -L2K 073 ... ..-/Two-Part HS Mixed Paint -L2K 074 ... ..-)
Application:
- For the application of the clear coat and the two-part HS mixed/top coat, refer to the respective technical application information.

Note
- Technological disadvantages can occur with large surface applications and horizontal surfaces (the hood, for example).
- A "short" hardening system is preferred when using inside the clever repair system.
Personal Protective Equipment:
- Note the safety data sheets
- Wear the personal protective equipment during application

Characteristics
| Flashpoint: | +21 ºC (69.8 ºF) |
Storage
The HS spot thinner has a guaranteed shelf life of 24 months from date of manufacture. Use no later than the date indicated on the label and store in original container at +20 ºC (68 ºF).

Purified Water
Definition:
- Aquaplus Purified Water -LVW 010 000 A5-
Note
The technical application information for this product is not required.
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