General Paint Information

Two-Part HS Vario Filler

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Definition:

Two-Part HS Vario Filler -LGF 786 004 A4-, gray

Edition 04/2013

Product Description

The two-part vario filler is a high-quality, variable VOC compliant, acrylic-based two-part HS filler.

Properties:

Can be used as sanding filler and as wet-in-wet filler

Use with HS and VHS hardeners

Has good insulation properties, even with thermoplastic old plastic

Very nice paint finish

Application Instructions

Base Surface

Suitable base surfaces:

Sheet steel that has been cleaned, sanded and primed with Two-Part Wash Primer -LHV 043 000 A2- or One-Part Wash Primer -LVM 044 007/171 A2-, galvanized/electrolytically zinced sheet steel or soft aluminum

Fine or non-sanded, thoroughly cleaned, original factory primer.

Cleaned and sanded, galvanized/electrolytically zinced sheet steel or soft aluminum

Sanded factory paint or old paint (including thermoplastic coatings)

Surfaces prepared with two-part polyester products and then sanded very fine.

Cleaned and sanded UP-GF surfaces, free of separating agents

Pre-treatment of base surfaces:

Carefully clean using Silicone Remover -LVM 020 000 A5- or Silicone Remover, Long -LVM 020 100 A5-.
Two-Part HS Vario Filler
Then, sand.
Two-Part HS Vario Filler
Use a suitable cleaning agent before reworking to ensure a clean and residue-free surface.
Two-Part HS Vario Filler

Use with Intermediate Sanding

Mixture ratio:

5:1 by volume with:

Two-Part VHS Hardener -LHA 009 051 A2-/-LVM 009 051 A5-

Two-Part VHS Hardener, Long -LHA 009 052 A2-/-LHA 009 052 A3-

Two-Part VHS Hardener, Extra Long -LHA 009 053 A2-

Two-Part HS Vario Filler

Mixture ratio:

3:1 by volume with:

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

Two-Part HS Hardener -LHA 009 041 A3-

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

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

For elastification → Anchor.

Two-Part HS Vario Filler

Processing time/pot life:

Ready to spray 30 to 60 minutes at +20 C (68 F) (depending on the hardener used)

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/A5-

Two-Part HS Vario Filler

Application type "coat"

Two-Part HS Vario Filler
Processing viscosity 4 mm for +20 C (68 F), German Industry Standardization 53211

Processing viscosity 4 mm gravity feed spraygun "Compliant" and "HVLP":

DIN 4 mm: 20 to 25 seconds

Two-Part HS Vario Filler
Adding 10 to 15 % HS hardener or 10 to 20 % VHS hardener at +20 C (68 F) material temperature.
Use a measuring stick to mix when pouring in the hardener.
Two-Part HS Vario Filler
Set spray nozzle (see manufacturer's information): "Compliant" 1.4 to 1.8 mm.
Set spray nozzle (see manufacturer's information): "HVLP" 1.6 to 1.9 mm.
Set spray pressure (see manufacturer's information): "Compliant" to 1.5 to 3.0 bar.
Set atomizing pressure (see manufacturer's information): "HVLP" 0.7 bar.
Two spray applications are required to get a dry layer thickness of between 50 and 80 mm.
Three spray applications are required to get a dry layer thickness of between 100 and 120 mm.
The recommended dry layer thickness is between 50 and 120 mm.
Two-Part HS Vario Filler

Drying with intermediate sanding

Air dry at +20 C (68 F) room temperature, can be sanded overnight

Two-Part HS Vario Filler

Final drying time with forced drying is a minimum of 5 to 10 minutes.

Two-Part HS Vario Filler
Forced drying at +60 C (68 F) object temperature to 80 mm for 20 to 30 minutes and over 80 mm for 40 to 45 minutes Two-Part HS Vario Filler

Final drying time for IR drying is a minimum of 5 to 10 minutes.

Two-Part HS Vario Filler
IR drying (depending on layer thickness) with medium-wave heater for 10 to 20 minutes and short-wave heater for 10 minutes Two-Part HS Vario Filler

Further Processing

Dry-sand with rotary sander and dust extraction. P400-500 grit sandpaper
Two-Part HS Vario Filler
Wet-sand with P800-1000 grit sandpaper
Two-Part HS Vario Filler

Rework for Intermediate Sanding

Can be painted over with:

Water-based base paint and two-part HS clear coat

Two-Part HS Top Coat

Two-Part HS Vario Filler

Use as "wet-in-wet" Filler

Mixture ratio:

5:1 by volume with:

Two-Part VHS Hardener -LHA 009 051 A2-/-LVM 009 051 A5-

Two-Part VHS Hardener, Long -LHA 009 052 A2-/-LHA 009 052 A3-

Two-Part VHS Hardener, Extra Long -LHA 009 053 A2-

Two-Part HS Vario Filler

Mixture ratio:

3:1 by volume with:

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

Two-Part HS Hardener -LHA 009 041 A3-

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

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

Processing time/pot life:

Ready to spray 30 to 60 minutes at +20 C (68 F) (depending on the hardener used)

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/A5-

Two-Part HS Vario Filler

Application type "coat"

Two-Part HS Vario Filler
Processing viscosity 4 mm for +20 C, (68 F) German Industry Standardization 53211

Processing viscosity 4 mm gravity feed spraygun "Compliant" and "HVLP":

Two-Part HS Vario Filler

DIN 4 mm: 16 to 18 seconds

Two-Part HS Vario Filler
Adding 20 to 25 % HS hardener or 30 % VHS hardener at +20 C (68 F) material temperature
Use a measuring stick to mix when pouring in the hardener.
Two-Part HS Vario Filler
Set spray nozzle (see manufacturer's information): "Compliant" 1.2 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.
The recommended dry layer thickness is between 25 and 30 mm. 1 to 2 spray applications are required to get this dry layer thickness.
Two-Part HS Vario Filler

"Wet-in-wet" Use

Ventilation time before applying top coat at +20 C (68 F) room temperature:

15 to 20 minutes up to a maximum of 90 minutes for two-part HS top coat

25 to 30 minutes up to a maximum of 90 minutes for water-based base paint

30 to 35 minutes up to a maximum of 90 minutes for Aqua premium water-based base paint
Two-Part HS Vario Filler

Reworking as "wet-in-wet" Filler

Can be painted over with:

Water-based base paint and two-part HS clear coat

Two-Part HS Top Coat

Special Instructions

Elastification for rigid and semi-rigid plastics:

The base material must first be mixed with 15 % Elastic Additive -ALZ 011 001-. 3:1 mixing ratio for VHS hardener and 20% thinner, 2:1 mixing ratio for HS hardener with 20 % thinner. Any faults in the base surface can be filled with two-part polyester filling paste. After drying and intermediate sanding, insulate the filler patches with two-part HS vario filler. In order to achieve the best surface finish for vehicle painting, we recommend the filler be sanded after it dries over night. Do not use the wet-in-wet process on thermoplastic factory paint, and if possible let the filler air-dry overnight before sanding it.

When air drying, a minimum of +15 C (59 F) is recommended.

Caution Allow for a ventilation time of 30 to 40 minutes before applying the base paint/two-part top coat series.
Two-Part HS Vario Filler

Personal Protective Equipment:

Note the safety data sheets

Wear the personal protective equipment during application

Characteristics

Two-Part HS Vario Filler
Delivery Viscosity Thixotropic
Flashpoint: above 23 C (73.4 F)
VOC value: 2004/42/IIB(c)(540)540 The EU limit for this product (product category IIB.b) in ready-to-use form is a maximum of 540 g/L volatile organic compounds. The VOC value of this product in ready-to-use form is a maximum of 540 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 (68 F).
Two-Part HS Vario Filler

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