F-897 acts as the finish coat or can be used as an in mold barrier coat and post coated after trimming. F-897 offers excellent durability, flexibility, abrasion, UV and chemical resistance. The demand for a high performance IMC [in mold coatings] makes this innovative product the new alternative for your specialty foam products applications in the medical, sporting goods, pool and spa, leisure, automotive and industrial markets.
Technical Specs
Brands |
N/A Performix® |
Solids Weight |
N/A F-897 10 % |
Shelf Life |
N/A 1+ years at 77 ºF unopened container |
Finish |
N/A semi gloss |
Coverage |
N/A 225 ft²/gal at 1 mil |
Alternative Products |
N/A F-899 F-953 F-959 |
Shore A Hardness |
N/A 40 |
Other Features Include
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Intended for use in molds with starting temps 70-90ºF. |
Surface Preparations
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All surfaces to be coated must be free of any oils, dust or loose foam particles. Allow solvent to flash before applying F-897 to mold. |
Spraying
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Siphon Gun/Pressure pot sprayers may be used. |
Recommended Equipment and Settings
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Binks® model 2100 gun |
Hints
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N/A Always use proper ventilation and protection. Allow overnight drying whenever possible. Avoid excessive air movement, heat or humidity. To accelerate drying of coated parts: air dry coated part 10-15 minutes then force dry 30-60 minutes at 90-120 ºF being careful not to distort or damage foam substrate. Contact foam manufacturer for guidelines. |
Caution
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N/A Flexible molded polyurethane foam may have a tendency to out gass which can cause delamination or blistering of the coating or distorsion of the part. Use caution when speed drying or shipping coated parts by air freight or into hot conditions too soon after completing part. |
Note
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For Industrial Use Only. |