Characteristic properties:
1K base coat produces metallic effect finishes for cars and equipment as well as for designs and special effect colors. The complete system is a “two coats system” consisting of 1k base coat as the base coat then 2K clear coats are applied. The Final finish is characterized by magnificent optical effect and high gloss.

Materials for application:
1K base coat / DX1 Uni Thinner
2K Clear coat / Hardener for clear coat

Suitable substrates & Surface preparation:
-Existing finishes (except thermoplastic acrylic paint)
Degrease and dry flat with P400 sandpaper or wet flat with P1000 sandpaper.
- 2K high build primer or 1K primer
After wet flatting with P800 sandpaper.
- Thermoplastic acrylic paint
Before application of 1K base coat over thermoplastic acrylic one should apply 2K high build primer.

Mixing ratio (by volume):
1K base coat : DX1 Uni Thinner = 100 : 80~100

Spraying viscosity:
14 -15 Sec/DIN 4mm/20°C.

Spraying process:
-First apply one single coat of 1K base coat to the repair area. After a flash off time of 5 - 10 minutes cover the area overall with a single wet coat. Depending on the hiding power of the color, apply 2 or 3 thin single coats allowing 5 - 10 minutes between coats
-Recoat 1K base coat with 1-2 mist coats using a working pressure of 4 bar
-After 20 minutes drying at 20°C, the base coat can be sprayed with 2K clear coat (D3100, D3000)

Spraying conditions:
Spray gun Nozzle diameter Working pressure
Gravity feed 1.3-1.4 mm 3-4 bar
Suction feed 1.7 -1.8 mm 3-4 bar

Cleaning of equipment:
DX6 Degreaser

Packaging:
1 liter and 3.75 liter

Color:
Refer to DENSO color card (1K Base color)

Shelf life:
2 Years (at 20°C).

Coverage:
Taking into account a transfer efficiency of 70%, the theoretical material usage for one layer is 7 m2/L ready to spray mixture which calculates to 15 m2/L unthinned paint at 10 μm.
Note: The practical cover rate depends on many factors i.e. shape of the object, roughness of the surface, application method and application circumstances

Special Technique For spot repairs:
When making spot repairs use a working pressure of 1- 1.5 bar to spray thin coats until achieving
opacity.
Allow the metallic coat to set to matt finish. Next fade out twice well extending beyond the edges.
After 15 minutes drying at 20°C the metallic base coat may be recoated with another layer.
After 15-20 min drying at 20°C apply a topcoat of 2K clear coat (D3100, D3000).