CarClad Macropoxy HS
Direct-to-Metal Protective Coating | Sherwin-Williams

CarClad Macropoxy HS
Product Description:
CARCLAD MACROPOXY HS is an epoxy mastic designed for application to properly prepared steel surfaces. It may be used as a one or two coat, direct-to-metal protective coating, or over a Macropoxy primer. It can be applied to marginally prepared surfaces.
Features:
- High build for good coverage on rough corners and edges
- Resistant to a variety of solvents and chemicals
- Corrosion resistant
- Long term durability
PRODUCT CHARACTERISTICS:
Finish: Semi-Gloss, 50+ units @ 60 degrees
Color: Black, Gray, White, and Boxcar Red
Volume Solids: 80% +/- 2% mixed, may vary by color
VOC (EPA Method 24):
Unreduced: 241 g/l; 2.0 lb/gal
Reduced (10%): Oxsol 100 Exempt Solvent
Reduced (10%): MEK: 290 g/l; 2.42 lb/gal
Reduced (10%): Reducer #54: 268 g/l; 2.24 lb/gal
HAPS:
Unreduced: 0.91 lbs HAPS / gal Coating Solids Reduced: 0.91 lbs HAPS / gal Coating Solids (Oxsol 100) Reduced: 1.32 lbs HAPS / gal Coating Solids (MEK) Reduced: 1.57 lbs HAPS / g
Mix Ratio: 1:1 by volume
Recommended Spreading Rate per coat:
Minimum | Maximum | |
Wet mils (microns) | 5.0 | 8.0 |
Dry mils (microns) | 4.0 | 6.0 |
NOTE: Brush or roll application may require multiple coats to achieve maximum fi lm thickness and uniformity of appearance. |
Application Equipment:
The following is a guide. Changes in pressures and tip sizes may be needed for proper spray characteristics. Always purge spray equipment before use with listed reducer. Any reduction must be compliant with existing VOC regulations and compatible with the existing environmental and application conditions.
Reducer / Clean Up | Reducer #54, Xylene, or MEK Use Oxsol 100 (exempt solvent) |
Airless Spray
Pressure | 3200-3600 psi at the gun | |
Hose | 3/8" | |
Tip | .017" - .021" | |
Filter | 60 mesh | |
Reduction | As needed up to 10% by volume | |
Recommended Uses:
- Rail Cars
- Tank Cars
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