Technical Data Sheet
EL100 XX
Revision Date: 10/2/2020
PRODUCT CODES:
EL100 XX (EL10005, EL10010, EL10020, EL10030, EL10050, EL10090)
AVAILABLE SHEENS:
EL100 05
EL100 10
EL100 20
EL100 30
EL100 50
EL100 90
5 Gloss – Deat Flat
10Gloss – Flat
20 Gloss – Low Gloss
30 Gloss – Satin
50 Gloss – Semi Gloss
90 Gloss – High Gloss
NAME:
ENVIROTHANE 100 WARM CLEAR SELF-SEAL TOPCOAT
DESCRIPTION:
EL100XX series is a warm clear urethane topcoat which is also tintable for dark colours. It provides a lasting, durable finish for wooden surfaces that meets or exceeds KCMA standards as a 1k product. The product can also be catalyzed with CAT100-LV hardener or crosslinked with CAT150 crosslinker to improve chemical, scratch, mar resistance and vertical flow. CAT100-LV hardener or crosslinked with CAT150 crosslinker to improve chemical, scratch, mar resistance and vertical flow.
This product combines outstanding toughness and stain resistance with the wood warmth and hand-feel of traditional solvent-based coatings, all in a low VOC water-based finish. solvent-based coatings, all in a low VOC water-based finish.
USES:
Reduction is not required if spraying through a pump, but the product may be reduced with water or ELRX010 Reducer to improve application characeteristics depending on the equipment used. Product should be at room temperature and mixed thoroughly prior to finishing to ensure consistency and gloss.
PRODUCT PREPARATION:
Reduction is generally not required. Product should be at room temperature and mixed thoroughly prior to finishing to ensure consistency and gloss. This product can be used as a 2K with the addition of 10% CAT100-LV or 3%CAT150.
RECOMMENDED APPLICATION:
Spray type:
Fluid Pressure:
Air Pressure:
Tips:
Air Assisted Airless
500-600 PSI
25 PSI (triggered)
06 or 09
Spray type:
Fluid Pressure:
Tips:
Airless
1200-1800 PSI
308, fine finish or ultra finish
Spray type:
Fluid Pressure:
Needle:
Reduction:
HLV (Turbine)
Max
1.5 – 1.8
2-5% ELRX010 or 5-10% water
Spray type:
Fluid Pressure:
Tips:
Reduction:
Cup Gun (gravity)
40 PSI
1.8
2-5% ELRX010 or 5-10% water
Wet Film Build:
Grams per 1/10 sq. metre: (250x400mm board) Number of Coats:
Maximum Dry Film Build:
Coating Temperature at Application:
4-6 mils
8.5-11g
2-3 depending on desired look
5 mils
20*C (68*F) or higher
*for colder temperatures, add reducer (ELRX010) or warm material prior to spraying
PHYSICAL PROPERTIES:
Specific Gravity:
Viscosity:
Solids Content:
Pot Life:
Flash Point:
VOC’s:
VOC’s (Less Exempt):
1.02 ± 2%
2000-2500 cps. at 20°C
30% by weight
None
>75°C
51.2 g/L, 0.43 lbs/gal
150 g/L, 1.25 lbs/gal
SANDING:
Sand raw wood 180 grit. Sand EL100 XX between coats with 320 grit or Superfine sponges
DRYING TIMES:
Air dry:
(20°C/68°F)
Dry to Touch
Dry to Sand
Dry to Stack
20-25 Minutes
1-2 Hours
12-16 Hours
Note: Good gentle air movement (not a hurricane) with a fan while parts are drying will reduce dry to sand times by 20-40% with reasonable humidity levels (<65% r.h.). Lower temperatures or higher humidity can greatly extend dry times.
Conventional Oven:
(40-45°C/104-113°F)
Dry to Touch
Dry to Sand
Dry to Stack
10 Minutes
30-60 Minutes
3-4 Hour
Sun-Spot IR Cure:
(Recommended)
Flash off
Direct Cure
Rack Cure (Indirect no probe mode)
Cool Down
Product is dry to sand (or stack) after cooling
1-2 Minutes
5-10 Min. @60-70°C (140-160°F)
10-30 Minutes @20%+ power
10-20 minutes
TYPICAL SYSTEMS:
Stain System:
Substrate: Various Woods, check adhesion on oily woods (teak, ipe, brazilian cherry, etc.) prior to finishing
Water based Wiping or Spray Stain, ELSWB104 or ELSSB100
EL100XX Envirothane 100 Warm Clear Self Seal Topcoat or ELSEAL300 Sealer Sand using 320 grit sandpaper or Superfine sponges
EL100XX Envirothane 100 Warm Clear Self Seal Topcoat
Dark Solid Colours:
ELPR170 Envirothane 170 White Primer + 5% 896-9901 Black (makes dark grey)
ELPR180 Envirothane 180 Primer Tinted to any dark color including black
Sand using 320 grit sandpaper or superfine sponge
ELPR170 Envirothane 170 White Primer + 5% 896-9901 Black (makes dark grey)
ELPR180 Envirothane 180 Primer can be tinted to any color including black
Sand using 320 grit sandpaper or superfine sponge
1 or 2 coats EL100XX Envirothane 100 Series tinted to desired colour
CLEANING:
Flush all equipment with water until it runs clear. Built-up coating and deep cleaning can be performed using ELRX110 EnviroKlean WB Cleaner. For best results cleaning tips, aircaps and unpainted parts use ELRX110 for one hour or 10-20 minutes in an Ultrasonic bath (max. temp. 50°C/120°F). Do not leave painted parts (i.e. spray guns) in ELRX110 for more than 20 minutes.
GENERAL INFORMATION:
Use stainless steel (304/316) equipment for all water based products. When switching between solvent and water based products in the same spray equipment we suggest the following:
From Solvent to Water: Wash with acetone, then wash with water.
From Water to Solvent: Wash with water, then wash with acetone.
Keep containers closed when not in use and keep from freezing.
These products are designed for industrial use only. Please refer to the Safety Data Sheet prior to use.
SHELF LIFE:
12 months in unopened containers
STORAGE:
Store in a tightly closed container at room temperature (18-25°C/64-75°F) and protect from direct sunlight and foreign material. Do not store at temperatures below 5°C/41°F.
Disclaimer: Every reasonable precaution is taken in the manufacture of our products to ensure that they comply with our standards. The information given herein is correct to the best of our knowledge. Any suggestions made by us covering the use of our products are based on experience and/or tests believed to be reliable. However, because the use of any product of our manufacture is completely beyond our control, including for example, the method and conditions of application, no guarantee or warranty, expressed or implied, is made. Manufacturer’s maximum liability shall be to replace such quantity of product determined by our laboratory to be defective. User shall determine the suitability of the product for his intended use and assumes all risk and liability in connection therewith.
