Technical Data Sheet
ELPR170TB
Revision Date: 1/31/22

PRODUCT CODES:

ELPR170-TB

NAME:

Envirothane 170-TB Tannin Blocking White Primer

DESCRIPTION:

ELPR170-TB Water based primer provides an excellent foundation for any solid colour systems on MDF as either a 1K or 2K product. When using PR170-TB on veneer, solid wood or in a refinish situation it is necessary to use the product as a 2K system by adding ELCAT100 Hardener to improve adhesion and prevent cracking. Based on a urethane resin system, this high-hide primer lays down very flat and provides unsurpassed filling properties especially for MDF, where it does not swell the fibres like other water based products in the market. It offers all the same properties as our ELPR170 with the addtion of a tannin blocking additive.

USES:

This product is designed for interior wood finishing applications such as cabinetry, tables, furniture and millwork.

SANDING:

MDF substrate should be sanded with at least 180 grit (preferably 320 for any routed- out areas) or finer sandpaper prior to applying primer. Sand primer with 320 grit sandpaper or fine sponges. Two coats can be applied same day back-to-back without sanding between and still acheive good adhesion

RECOMMENDED APPLICATION:

Spray type:
Fluid Pressure:
Air Pressure:
Tips:      

500-700 PSI
25 PSI (triggered)
06,09or12

Spray type:
Fluid Pressure:
Tips:    

Airless
1200-2000 PSI
310, fine finish or ultra finish

Spray type:
Fluid Pressure:
Needle:
Reduction:

HLV (Turbine)
Max
1.5-1.8
2-5% ELRX010

Spray type:
Fluid Pressure:
Tips:
Reduction:

Cup Gun (gravity)
40 PSI
1.8
2-5% ELRX010 

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
16-24
1-2 depending on desired look
6 mils

20*C (68*F) or higher

*for colder temperatures, add reducer (ELRX010) or warm material prior to spraying

PRODUCT PREPARATION:

Reduction is not required if spraying through airless or air assist pump, but the product may be reduced up to 10% with water to improve application characeteristics depending on the equipment used. Product should be at room temperature and mixed thoroughly prior to use to ensure consistency.

PHYSICAL PROPERTIES:

Specific Gravity:
Viscosity:
Solids Content:
Pot Life:
Flash Point:
VOC’s (Less Exempt):

1.5±2%
2500cps @20°C
70% by weight
None
>75°C
54 g/L, 0.45 lb/gal
62 g/L, 0.51 lb/gal

DRYING TIMES:

Air dry:

(20°C/68°F)

with air movement

Dry to Touch
Dry to Sand
Dry to Stack

10 Minutes
40-60 Minutes
12Hours

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

5-10 Minutes
15-25 Minutes
1-3 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  Min. @60-70°C (140-160°F)
10-15 Minutes @20%+ power
10-20 minutes

TYPICAL SYSTEMS:

Note: Two coats of PR170 can be applied same day without sanding between. Refinish – Over Old Finishes
Substrate: Old Honey Oak with Pre-cat Lacquer (from your uncles house in 1980) Prep: Degrease, rinse and sand 180 grit
1 or 2 coats, ELPR170 White Primer with 2.5% – 5% by vol. ELCAT100 Hardener Sand using 320 grit sandpaper or fine sponge
1 or 2 coats ELNYW200XX Envirothane 200 White Topcoat

New Finish – Solid Wood Frame with Veneer core
ELPR170 White Primer with 2.5% – 5% by vol. ELCAT100 Hardener Sand using 320 grit sandpaper or fine sponge
ELPR170 Envirothane 170 White Primer
Sand using 320 grit sandpaper or fine sponge
1 or 2 coats ELNYW200XX Envirothane 200 White Topcoat

Whites or Light Colours:
Substrate: MDF
ELPR170 Envirothane 170 White Primer
Sand using 320 grit sandpaper or fine sponge
ELPR170 Envirothane 170 White Primer
Sand using 320 grit sandpaper or fine sponge
1 or 2 coats ELNYW200XX Envirothane 200 White Topcoat

Dark Colours:
Substrate: MDF
ELPR170 Envirothane 170 White Primer + 5% 896-9901 Black (makes dark grey) Sand using 320 grit sandpaper or fine sponge
ELPR170 Envirothane 170 White Primer + 5% 896-9901 Black (makes dark grey) Sand using 320 grit sandpaper or fine sponge
1 or 2 coats EL100XX or ELNYC300XX Envirothane 100 or 300 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. 

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