PRODUCT CODES:
ELSEAL500
NAME:
ENVIROCRYL 500 CRYSTAL CLEAR SEALER
DESCRIPTION:
ELSEAL500 sealer is an acrylic urethane high build water white clear sealer for use under Envirolak topcoats. The product provides excellent clarity and is easy to sand after 1 hour. It can be used 1K or can be catalyzed with CAT100-LV hardener (4-6hr pot life) for improved adhesion and chemical resistance making it suitable for use as a toner over old solvent-based finishes. Used in conjunction with Envirolak water-based topcoats will meet KCMA standards.
USES:
This product is designed for interior wood finishing applications such as cabinetry, furniture and millwork.
PRODUCT PREPARATION:
Reduction is not required on closed pore woods, Add 15% water for open pore woods like oak and walnut. Product should be at room temperature and mixed thoroughly prior to application
CATALYST RATIOS USING CAT100-LV HARDENER
| ELSEAL500 | by weight ~5% | by volume ~5% (5:1) |
|---|---|---|
| (approx. 4-6 hr pot life @5%) | 1.2kg (1 cans) per 19.6kg (5 GA) pail | 1.06L (1 cans) per 5 GA |
| (approx. 4-6 hr pot life @5%) | 220g (1/5 can) per 3.9kg (1 GA) | 212mL/7.2oz.(1/5 can) per GA |
RECOMMENDED APPLICATION:
| Spray type: Air Assisted Airless | |
|---|---|
| Fluid Pressure: | 300-600 PSI |
| Air Pressure: | 25 PSI (triggered) |
| Tips: Kremlin | 04114, 06114, 09114, 09154 |
| Wagner | 0950, 1150, 1350, 1360, 1380 |
| Graco/CA and others | 411, 413, 511, 513, 611, 613 |
| Reduction:Hand Spray | 0-15% Water |
| Reduction:Machine Spray (Recip or Rotary) | 0-15% Water |
| Spray type: Airless | |
|---|---|
| Fluid Pressure: | 1500-2000 PSI |
| Tips: Fine Finish, Ultra Finish or Skill Tip | 308, 408, 508 |
| Reduction:Hand Spray | 0-15% Water |
| Reduction:Machine Spray (Recip or Rotary) | 0-15% Water |
| Spray type: HVLP (Turbine) 5 stage or higher | |
|---|---|
| Air Pressure: | Max |
| Needle: | 1.8-2.0 needle high solids air cap |
| Reduction: | 0-15% Water |
| Spray type: Cup Gun (gravity) | |
|---|---|
| Air Pressure: | 25-35 PSI |
| Tips: | 1.5 - 1.8 |
| Reduction: | 0-15% Water |
| Brush: | Medium/Firm Nylon or Polyester |
| Roll: | Mohair, Velour or 3/16 Microfiber |
| Reduction: | 0-15% Water |
| Wet Film Build: | 4-6 mils |
|---|---|
| Grams per 1/10 sq. metre: (250x400mm board) | 8.5-11g |
| Number of Coats: | 1-2 depending on desired look |
| Maximum Dry Film Build: | 5 mils |
| Coating Temperature at Application: | 20°C (68°F) or higher |
*for colder temperatures, add reducer (ELRX010) or warm material prior to spraying
SANDING:
Substrate should be sanded with 150-180 grit sandpaper prior to staining or applying sealer. Stains should be allowed to dry prior to application of seal coat. Sand sealer with 320-400 grit sandpaper or Superfine sponges.
DRYING TIMES:
Air dry:
(20°C/68°F)
Dry to Touch: 5-10 Minutes
Dry to Sand: 20-40 minutes
Dry to Stack: 8 hours
Note: Gentle air movement (recirculator or fan) while parts are drying will reduce dry to sand times by 20-40%. Allow parts to flash off 2-3 minutes.
Conventional Oven:
(40-45°C/104-113°F)
Dry to Touch: 5-10 Minutes
Dry to Sand: 15-25 Minutes
Dry to Stack: 2-3 Hours
Sun-Spot IR Cure:
Flash off: 5-10 Minutes
Cure: 10 Minutes @60-70°C
Cool: 5-10 Minutes
Product is dry to sand (or stack) after cooling
TYPICAL SYSTEMS:
Substrate: Maple, Cherry or other closed pore woods
Envirostain Wiping or Spray Stain ELSEAL500 1K or with 5% CAT100LV no reduction Sand using 320/400 grit sandpaper and super fine sponges.
ELAC500XX 1K, with CAT150 Crosslinker or CAT100LV Hardener or ELNYC300XX, EL100XX or EL125XX 2K with CAT100LV
TYPICAL SYSTEMS:
Substrate: Oak, Walnut or other open pore woods
Envirostain Wiping or Spray Stain ELSEAL500 1K or with 5% CAT100LV reduced 15% with water Sand using 320/400 grit sandpaper and super fine sponges.
ELAC500XX 1K, with CAT150 Crosslinker or CAT100LV Hardener or ELNYC300XX, EL100XX or EL125XX 2K with CAT100LV
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.
