Hi Barry, yep the clear is a 4:1:1 clear coat, not sure what is was in past years, but that's the ratio now. PPG refers to it as a high solids poly clear.
Concept® High Solids Polyurethane Clear DCU2002
Compatible Surfaces
DCU2002 may be applied over:
· DELTRON® (DBU) Universal Basecoat
· DELTRON® 2000 (DBC) Basecoat
· CONCEPT® (DCC) Acrylic Urethane
Required Products
DT Reducers
Cool Temperature (60 – 70°F) DT860
Medium Temperature (65 – 80°F) DT870
Warm Temperature (75 – 90°F) DT885
Hot Temperature (85°F and above) DT895
Hot Temperature (95°F and above) DT898
Hardeners
Medium Temperature DCX8
Hot Temperature / Force Dry DCX9
General Purpose DCX61
SUPERCHARGER™ DFX11
Features
· Premium force dry clear
· High solids
· Easy application
Advantages
· Excellent gloss
· Two coat clear
· Excellent flow
characteristics
Benefits
· Customer satisfaction
· Increased productivity
· Matches OEM finishes
CONCEPT® DCU2002 delivers a premium-quality, high gloss, 4.2 VOC compliant
finish when applied over DELTRON® (DBU) Basecoat or DELTRON® 2000
(DBC) Basecoat.
DCU2002 is designed for either air dry or force dry spray booth applications.
Product Information Effective 3/06
P-200
Directions for Use
Preparation:
Where VOC limits allow a maximum of 5.0 #/US Gal. for multi-stage systems, reduce
DBU Color 150% with DRR Reducer or DBC Color 100% with DT Reducer. Refer to
the Product Information Bulletin of the color system for its application and dry times.
Mix Ratios:
DCU2002 : DT REDUCER : DCX HARDENER
4 : 1 : 1
Pot Life of mixture is 4 hours at 70°F (21°C).
DCU2002 : DT REDUCER : DFX11
5 : 1 : 5
Pot Life of mixture is 3 hours at 70°F (21°C).
Spraygun Set-up:
Apply: 2 wet coats
Fluid Tip: 1.3 – 1.5 mm or equivalent
Air pressure 8 – 10 PSI at the cap HVLP guns
45 – 50 PSI for conventional guns
Dry Times:
Flash Time 10 – 15 min. with DCX hardeners
5 – 10 minutes with DFX11
Dry Times 70°F (21°C). DCX8 DCX9 DCX61 DFX11
Dust Free: 80 – 90 min. 100 min. 70 min. 15 – 20 min.
Tack Free: 3 – 4 hrs. 31/2 – 4 hrs. 23/4 – 3 hrs. 1 – 11/4 hrs.
Tape Time: 5 – 6 hrs. 6 hrs. 6 hrs. 12 hrs.
Air Dry 16 hr. 70°F (21°C)
Force Dry:
Purge 0 – 5 min.
Bake DCX hardeners 30 min. at 140°F (60°C)
DFX11 15 – 30 min. at 120 –140°F (49°C – 60°C)
Polishing:
Air Dry DCX hardener – 16 hr. at 70°F (21°C).
DFX11 – 12 hr. at 70°F (21°C)
Force Dry DCX hardener – cool down + 4 – 8 hrs.
DFX11 – cool down + 4v6 hrs.
Repair and Recoat:
DCX – force dry/cool cycle or 16 hrs. air dry 70°F (21°C)
DFX11 – force dry/cool cycle or 5 hrs. air dry 70°F (21°C)
After 3 days, DCU2002 must be sanded before recoating with primer, color or clear.
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Directions for Use
Painting Flexible Parts:
Full panel only when part is off the vehicle. It is not necessary to add
DX814 when the part is mounted on the vehicle.
DCU2002 : DT REDUCER : DCX HARDENER : DX814
4 : 1 : 2 : 2
Pot life of flexiblilized DCU2002 is 1 – 2 hours at 70°F (21°C).
DCU2002/DT/DCX9 (4:1:1) may be used on flexible parts without DX814.
DCU2002/DFX11 is not recommended over flexible parts.
Tinting and Additives:
DCU2002 cannot be tinted.
DX73 Fisheye Preventer may be added 1/2 oz. Per RTS QT.
DX84 Enhancer or DX87 Extender may be added 1/2 oz. per RTS QT when using
DCX hardeners.
DO NOT USE DX84 OR DX87 when using DFX11.
DXR81 Accelerator may be added 1/2 oz. per RTS QT when using DFX11 hardener.
Technical Data:
DCU2002 (Pkg) #/US Gal.
VOC 4.0
DCU2002 (RTS) #/US Gal.
Ready-to-Spray DCX8 DCX9 DCX61 DFX11
VOC 4.1 4.1 4.1 4.2
Total % Solids by Volume (RTS) 41.5% 41.5% 42.0% 39.9%
Sq. Ft. Coverage/US Gal.
(1 mil 100% transfer efficiency) 666 666 675 640
Film build (wet mils per coat) 1.2 – 1.4 1.2 – 1.4 1.2 – 1.4 1.1 – 1.3
Recommended dry film mils 2.0 – 2.5 2.0 – 2.5 2.0 – 2.5 2.0 – 2.5
Important:
The contents of this package may have to be blended with other components before
the product can be used. Before opening the packages, be sure you understand the
warning messages on the labels of all components, since the mixture will have the
hazards of all its parts. Improper spray technique may result in a hazardous
condition. Follow spray equipment manufacturer’s instructions to prevent personal
injury or fire. Follow directions for respirator use. Wear eye and skin protection.
Observe all applicable precautions.
DCU2002
PPG Industries
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Strongsville, OH 44149
1-800-647-6050
PPG Canada Inc.
2301 Royal Windsor Drive
Mississauga, Ontario L5J 1K5
1-888-310-4762
© 2006 PPG Industries
www.ppgrefinish.com Part No. P-200 3/06
World Leaders In Automotive Finishes
Concept® High Solids
Polyurethane Clear
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