Glisten PC
A Brilliant Two-Component
Clear Coating
Supplementary
Instructions, Directions and Test Results
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
Glisten PC is a high-gloss, rock-hard, water-clear topcoat designed
for spray or brush application over all metal surfaces, including
highly polished aluminum and chrome surfaces. Glisten PC will not
leave brush marks, and will dry in less than 1 hour, but will
take 3 or 4 days to reach maximum hardness. When Glisten PC is
first dry to the touch, it will appear to be very soft.
Avoid touching it for several days until it becomes hard and tough.
Accidental contact could damage the surface before full cure has taken
place. Like many other POR-15 coatings, Glisten PC is a moisture-cured
coating, which means it is strengthened by exposure to
moisture. It will never crack chip, peel, or yellow, and is
very flexible as well. |
PRODUCT COMPOSITION
Your Glisten PC purchase consists of two items:
1) a round paint can (either a quart or gallon)
three-quarters filled with Part A, which is the
basic clear coat formulation; and
2) a smaller screw-top cap with Part B, our
Hardener/Activator. Mix the two products
together by emptying the smaller can into the
larger can and stirring them together thoroughly.
After the coating is thoroughly mixed, wait one hour
before using it. This will give the two components time
to blend and the molecules to link together properly.
Waiting for one hour after mixing is VERY important;
DO NOT IGNORE THIS instruction!
Warning: Your can of Hardener/Activator is filled
to the very brim and is sealed with a screw-cap and a
metal insert underneath the cap. Remove the insert carefully.
Cover with a paper towel while prying it cff to avoid
accidental spillage or splash. Your Hardener-Activator
is very sensitive to moisture and humidity, so try to
open it in a dry area. Keep it tightly capped when not in use.
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PARTIAL MIXES
You may mix partial quantities of Glisten PC for small jobs,
and you may use any measuring device you happen to have around
(coffee scoop measuring spoons, cups, etc.). All you have to
do is follow this formula:
Mix 1 part Hardener-Activator with 3 parts Glisten PC
POT LIFE
A mixed batch of Glisten PC will remain usable for up
to 24 hours, a very long pot life. On the label of
your Hardener/Activator it may say the pot life is
about 6 hours, but disregard that statement for Glisten PC.
APPLICATION
Glisten PC may he brushed on using the type of brush you
prefer. It will flow out immediately, eliminating brush marks.
Lay down a covering coat but be careful to avoid runs.
A second coat may be applied 15 - 25 minutes later.
Glisten PC may be sprayed using 3O-35 Lbs. pressure.
Thin only with POR-15 Solvent, if required.
POR-15 Solvent or lacquer thinner may be used for cleanup.
IDEAL USES FOR GLISTEN PC
As a protective coating on aluminum wheels, chrome bumpers;
marine railings, chrome or aluminum covers, grills, handles,
ornaments, lights, etc. |
LABORATORY TEST RESULTS
Because the main concerns for a clear topcoat is length of
life and resistance to various atmospheric conditions, we
have subjected GLISTEN PC to the following tests:
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ASTM B-117 |
This test measures salt spray resistance |
| ASTM D-1654 |
This test measures adhesion retention after salt spray exposure |
| Taber Abrasion |
This test measures abrasion resistance, a crucial factor in
determining the life of a coating. |
| SWARD Hardness |
This test measures coating hardness
against a "benchmark", in this case, two-part epoxy coatings. |
In ASTM B-117 testing and ASTM D-1654 testing,
GLISTEN PC was tested along with four well-known
rust preventive primers:
ZINC PHOSPHATE PRIMER, BARIUM METABORATE PRIMER,
ZINC CHROMATE PRIMER, and ZINC RICH PRIMER.
Test durations were set at 500 hours, 1000 hours, and 1500 hours
in a condensing humidity 5% salt spray solution at 950F (350C)
Products that withstand 500 hours in this test are considered
to be good anti-corrosive coatings.
| PRODUCT |
500 Hrs |
1000 Hrs. |
1500 Hrs. |
500 Hr Adhesion |
1000 Hr Adhesion |
| Zinc Phosphate Primer |
Pass |
Fail |
Not tested |
90% |
0.0% |
| Barium Metaborate Primer |
Pass |
Pass |
Fall |
95% |
2.0% |
| Zinc Chromate Primer |
Pass |
Pass |
Fall |
95% |
90.0% |
| Zinc Rich Primer |
Pass |
Pass |
Fail |
95% |
85.0% |
| Glisten PC |
Pass |
Pass |
Pass |
97% |
93.0% |
The TABER ABRASION TEST was conducted using a Taber Abrasion
machine with CS-17 wheels and 1250 grams of pressure. After
500 cycles GLISTEN PC lost 20 mg. of weight while a standard
two-component epoxy lost 23 mg.
Hardness was measured by a SWARD Hardness tester seven days
after both products were applied to identical panels.
The results are as follows:
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Two-component Epoxy |
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-55 |
| GLISTEN PC |
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-52 |
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