Description Kit Includes 1 Gallon Starfire Acrylic Enamel Paint 1 Quart Starfire Acrylic Enamel Medium Reducer 1 Pint Starfire Acrylic Enamel Hardener – Wet look 3 Sticks, 3 Strainers, and 1 Dust Mask PaintForCars Starfire High Solids Acrylic Enamel, is a single-stage, fast drying, easy to spray durable finishing system specifically developed for the automotive market, offering OEM durability and gloss in a single stage finish. PaintForCars Starfire offers refinishers a chemical and solvent resistant paint film that resists chipping, cracking, fading and excellent adhesion over virtually any original equipment (OEM) type finish with the proper preparation . Starfire will give any vehicle a “right off the production line” look. PaintForCars Starfire acrylic enamels are available in 39 premium packaged colors. Comprised of 50% higher volume solids than conventional acrylic enamels, PaintForCars Starfire offers outstanding hiding properties and typically covers up to 35% more than other finishes and is lead free. When mixed with 1 pint per gallon of Starfire acrylic enamel hardener its gloss, gloss retention, durability and long term are dramatically increased.. For overall refinishing, Starfire Acrylic Enamel Series provides versatility and durability at prices that are extremely competitive in today’s auto paint markets. High solids, high build finish Extremely fast drying Sprayable using conventional or HVLP equipment Abrasion and impact resistant Long term durability Sharp automotive gloss appearance High distinctness of image (DOI) Excellent color retention and fade resistance Outstanding resistance to gasoline and diesel fuel Excellent flexibility and adhesion over primed surfaces 39 premium colors available with new colors being added all the time Can be applied as a single stage acrylic enamel or top coated with our acrylic enamel clear or Urethane clear for base coat clear two stage results Complete one stage kit with reducer and hardener includes everything for a one stage finish. PaintForCars Starfire High Solids Acrylic Enamel can be applied as a single stage or can be top coated with a clear coat for higher durability and gloss. Trinity 1945 Inc www.paintforcars.com Starfire Acrylic Enamel Technical Information Guide Starfire acrylic enamel is an easy to use single stage paint system. Starfire acrylic enamel offers a high gloss, easy flow out, and a durable chip-resistant finish without the need for a clear coat. Substrates Starfire acrylic enamel paints can be applied over properly prepared OEM finishes or previously painted surfaces (enamel, urethane, and lacquer). Fiberglass, plastics, body work, and bare metal may require the use of a primer. Mixing Ratio 8 Parts Paint 2 Parts Reducer 1 Part Hardener/Activator Example – 8oz paint, 2oz reducer, and 1oz hardener To mix this product, measure out the items into a mixing cup. Mix only enough paint to spray at that time. DO NOT mix all material at the same time. Repeat process as needed. Pot Life Temperature – 65-80 degrees Humidity – Less than 50% Unmixed paint – estimated 4-6 hours Mixed paint – estimated 30 minutes (The use of retarders or reducers other than what is provided in the kit may alter pot life.) Surface Preparations Before sanding it is recommended to wash with soap and water only. The use of a wax and grease remover is also recommended. Sand areas and apply primers as needed. Read directions for the primer used before applying top coat. Technical setup Starfire Acrylic enamel can be sprayed with most spray gun setups. HVLP – 1.3-1.5mm – 8-10 psi at the cap Conventional – 1.3-1.5mm – 35-50 psi at the gun Siphon – 1.3-1.5mm – 35-70 psi at the gun (8-12 psi at the cup) 20”-21” #2 Zhan cup Application Apply 2-3 even medium wet costs 6-10” inches from vehicle. Flash time between coats is 15-20 minutes depending on shop conditions. A final “Dust Coat” may be required to even out any metallic. Dry Times Dry times are based on average shop conditions and film thickness achieved. Dust Free: 30 Min Tack Free: 4-6 hours Sandable: 24 hours Fully cured: 7-10 days Buff and Polish: 7-10 days Wax: 60 days Physical Properties VOC: 5.0lbs/Gal max Theoretical Coverage: 300sqft/Gal Weight Solids: 39% avg. Volume Solids: 31.8 avg. Recommended Film Thickness: 2.0 mil Shelf Life: 12 months SAFETY AND HANDLING PAINT MATERIALS CAN CAUSE IRRITATION OF THE RESPIRATORY ORGANS AND HYPERSENSITIVE REACTIONS. ASTHMA SUFFERS THOSE WITH ALLERGIES AND ANYONE WITH A HISTORY OF RESPIRATORY COMPLAINTS SHOULD TAKE PROPER PRECAUTIONS. DO NOT SAND, FLAME CUT, BRAZE OR WELD DRY COATING WITHOUT NIOSH APPROVED AIR PURIFYING RESPIRATOR WITH PARTICULATE FILTERS OR APPROPRIATE VENTILATION AND GLOVES.
