NewPro Xtrem Bright Permanent Protection for Smooth, Non-Absorbent Surfaces Against Graffiti and Dirt
PROPERTIES/PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
- Permanent clear coating
- Excellent protection against graffiti
- Easy-to-Clean
- Excellent adhesion to most substrates
- Outstanding weather resistance
- High UV and chemical resistance
- Economical
- Easy to apply
- Cures at room temperature
- Fluorine-free
NewPro Xtrem bright is a clear, ready-to-use coating solution that protects smooth, non-absorbent surfaces against graffiti and dirt. Based on a patented polysilazane technology, NewPro Xtrem bright forms a permanent barrier layer that bonds chemically with the substrate and cures at room temperature with atmospheric humidity.
The surface protected with NewPro Xtrem bright can be cleaned repeatedly without reapplying the product.
USE
NewPro Xtrem bright is particularly suitable for smooth, non-absorbent surfaces, such as one- or two-component paints (polyurethane or epoxy systems), polyester paints, GRP surfaces, aluminum surfaces.
The preferred use is for the exterior of commuter and intercity trains, trams and underground trains.
PRODUCT APPLICATION/TOOLS
NewPro Xtrem bright is supplied ready-to-use.
Depending on the substrate, NewPro Xtrem bright can be applied with microfiber applicators or paint rollers (microfiber-flocking).
The product is also suitable for spray application.
Spray application:
Process: HVLP-compressed air
Spray gun: e.g. SATA minijet HVLP
Working pressure: ca. 2 – 3 bar
Nozzles: 0.8 – 1.3 mm
The spray gun can be cleaned with n-butyl acetate, for example.
TECHNICAL DATA
Appearance: colorless to pale yellow liquid
Density: ca. 0.93 g/cm³
Solid content: 20 – 60 %
Binder base: organic polysilazane
Solvent base: n-butyl acetate
Flash point: < 21 °C
Shelf life: 12 months from delivery date at, 20 °C
Container size: 6 liter alu bottle containing 5 liters
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
The product should be applied by trained personnel only. Test on a small area or apply a test coat before application.
CONDITION OF SUBSTRATE
The substrate to be coated must be clean, grease-free and absolutely dry. Areas which are difficult to reach, such as cavities or drainage channels etc. must be dried additionally with absorbent cloths or blown dry with compressed air.
On contact with a damp substrate surface, NewPro Xtrem bright reacts prematurely and cannot form a permanent seal.
The substrate temperature must be between + 5 °C and + 30 °C, the relative humidity at 30 % - 80 %.
APPLICATION
NewPro Xtrem bright must be applied at an ambient temperature of at least + 5°C and a relative humidity of 30 % - 80 %. Avoid direct sunlight! Apply the coating in dry conditions and never in rain.
The coating is applied with an applicator. Any mistakes can be rectified within approx. 10 min of application. After this the repellent effect of NewPro Xtrem bright makes it impossible to apply another coat.
The average coverage is ca 15 ml/m² and this should not be significantly exceeded. During application, only small quantities should be decanted from the original container into the application container. Residues of unused NewPro Xtrem bright should not be returned from the application container to the original container.
Traces of water in the applicator should also be avoided. Applicators dampened with water should not be used. If dirt appears on the applicators during coating, they should be replaced with clean applicators to avoid dirt entering the NewPro Xtrem coating. The applicators cannot be reused once the coating has been applied. If the solution in the application container solidifies or a deposit forms, it can no longer be used.
Solutions that are no longer useable must be disposed of properly. NewPro Xtrem bright is dry-to-touch after about one hour.
The recommended curing conditions (until water resistant) are:
• Room temperature: 8 – 12 hours
• 80 °C: two hours
• 130 °C – 180 °C: one hour
The NewPro Xtrem coating is fully effective after 5 – 7 days' curing at room temperature. During this time, the train or tram should not be driven into a vehicle wash. On metal surfaces such as aluminum, steel and stainless steel, curing at > 80°C is recommended to achieve optimum adhesion to the substrate.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
The instructions on the accompanying Safety Data Sheet must always be followed.
CLEANING AND GRAFFITI REMOVAL
Surfaces coated with NewPro Xtrem bright should be cleaned with cleaners in the pH range 3 – 12. Strong (mineral) acids or alkalis should be avoided and are also unnecessary as neutral cleaners are generally sufficient to clean vehicles coated with NewPro Xtrem bright.
Graffiti should always be removed from the coated surfaces as quickly as possible. Conventional graffiti removers can be used.