Preparing the Surface
1.
Before applying Zolatone 20, clean all surfaces with water and
an abrasive body shop cleaner (such as Sem soap, 3M Prep & Blend,
Presta Substrata, or similar products) using a maroon scuff pad.
2. Sand with 180 grit paper using pressure. Do not leave any glossy
areas.
3. Eliminate rust using a rust remover recommended for use with
water-borne primers.
4. Mask off the surface.
5. Treat bare metal with an etching primer that is recommended
for use with water-borne products.
Primer
Coatings
1. Select the proper Primer Sealer/Base Color for the Zolatone
finish color. Refer to page 2 of our catalog or the Specifications
page of this web site for correct color recommendations. Only
Zolatone primers are manufactured to chemically interact with
Zolatone 20 and are an integral part of the Zolatone application
system. Use of primers other than the recommended Zolatone Primers
may affect the durability and appearance of Zolatone 20.
2. Ready to mix and use. Mix 1 part 9271 Zo-Epoxy Primer-Sealer
with 1 part 9271 Zo-Epoxy Primer-Sealer Catalyst.
3. Spray catalyzed 9271 at 40-50 P.S.I. air pressure. Apply 1
to 2 wet coats allowing 10-15 minutes dry time between coats Dry
film should be .75 to 1.0 mil.
4. Tack free in 15-30 minutes. When using 9271 Zo-Epoxy Primer-Sealer
allow 30-60 minuts dry time before top coating.
5. Clean gun with soap and water while still wet. Follow cleaning
by rinsing with solvent or gun cleaner.
Zolatone
Color Coat
The durable and decorative properties of the Zolatone System,
“the promise of Zolatone”, is based on a 100% full-coverage coat
application. Zolatone has the ability, and was designed, to deliver
a 100% full-coat film, rather than a spatter effect commonly associated
with other multi-color and textured coatings. If the substrate
or primer coating is visible, coverage is inadequate. Only
full-coat coverage insures that you receive all the qualities
that are expected of the Zolatone Process.
Applying
Zolatone 20 Series Multicolor with CONVENTIONAL & HVLP Pressure
Fed Spray Guns
First Step:
Background/Sheer Coat. Spray Gun: 12 inches from surface with
fluid needle valve nearly in the closed position. Conventional
Gun Air Pressure: 50-60 psi. HVLP Gun Air Pressure: 40-50 psi.
Pot/Fluid Pressure: 10 psi. Apply a medium wet coat. Do not build
up product in the corners. No flash time required between coats.
Second Step:
Pattern Coat. Total film thickness not to exceed 8 mils wet film
thickness. Spray Gun: 24-36 inches from the surface with fluid
needle valve opened one turn from step #1 above. Conventional/HVLP
Gun Air Pressure: 20-30 psi. Pot/Fluid Pressure: 10 psi. Lowering
air feed pressure increases fleck size and texture which would
produce cleaner colors. Too heavy a film will slow dry time and
may cause adhesion problems.
Clean Up:
First flush gun with water while Zolatone is still wet. Then flush
with solvent or gun cleaner. DO NOT allow materials to dry in
gun.
Lowering
air feed pressure increases fleck size and texture which would
produce cleaner colors. Too heavy a film will slow dry time and
may cause adhesion problems.
Air
Dry System
Tack free in 2 hours at about 70° F at 50% relative humidity.
Full cure occurs 5 to 7 days depending on temperature and humidity.
Allow to dry overnight prior to clear coat application.
Force
Dry System
Force
dried at 140° F in 30-60 minutes. Allow 30 minutes flash time
if using force air or baking. Can be clear coated after cooling.
DO
NOT allow moisture of any kind on the surface for 24 hours.
Optional Catalyst and Clear
For a catalyzed Zolatone 20 Series system:
Thoroughly mix one half pint of 9251-000C Quick Step Catalyst
into the Zolatone before spraying. Greatly increases water, chemical
and abrasion resistance without sacrificing adhesion or impact
resistance.
For a urethane clear coat Zolatone 20 Series system:
First Step: Use properly catalyzed 9273-0090 Zo-Urethane
Clear Coat on top of Zolatone 20 Series or the Zolatone 20 Series/Quick
Step Catalyst system.
Second Step: Apply 1-2 wet coats of Zo-Urethane Clear Coat
following proper dry times of Zolatone 20 Series before spraying.
Suggest using 9273-XS (X-Slow Catalyst) if spraying large items
or if baking will be desired. Refer to complete Zo-Urethane Clear
Coat information on page 8 of our catalog.
Temperature and Humidity
Primer Sealer/Base Color
The ideal condition to spray the product is at 70° F and 50% relative
humidity. This will allow for maximum adhesion to the surface.
Since the product contains water, force drying at 120° F for 15
minutes is highly recommended when relative humidity is above
75%.
Zolatone 20 Series Multicolor
To achieve the best adhesion and the maximum development of hardness
and resistance properties, the product must be sprayed at or above
70° F and at or below 50% relative humidity. This product then
should be flashed off for 30 minutes and force dried at 120° F
to 140° F for 60 minutes. This allows a return to service without
having to worry about rain or heavy usage. If air dried at proper
temperature and humidity, avoid heavy usage and moisture for 24
hours. If air dried at higher than 75% relative humidity, the
best integrity of the film may not have been achieved and moisture
may cause flecks to come off. Force drying is especially recommended
if the air temperature is below 50° F and/or if the relative humidity
is above 75%.
