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Acrolon 218 HS
Acrylic Polyurethane | Sherwin-Williams
Acrolon 218 HS Acrylic Polyurethane
Product Description:
ACROLON 218 HS is a polyester modifi ed, aliphatic, acrylic polyurethane formulated specifi cally for in-shop applications. Also suitable for industrial applications. A fast drying, urethane that provides color and gloss retention for exterior exposure.
Features:
- Can be used directly over organic zinc rich primers (epoxy zinc primer and moisture cure urethane zinc primer)
- Color and gloss retention for exterior exposure
- Fast dry
- Outstanding application properties
PRODUCT CHARACTERISTICS:
Finish: Gloss or Semi-Gloss
Color: Wide range of colors available
Volume Solids: 65 ± 2% mixed, may vary by color
Weight Solids: 78 ± 2% mixed, may vary by color
Mix Ratio: 6:1 by volume, 1 gallon or 5 gallon mixes premeasured components
Recommended Spreading Rate per coat:
| Minimum | Maximum | |
| Wet mils (microns) | 4.5 (112.5) | 9.0 (225) |
| Dry mils (microns) | 3.0 (75) | 6.0 (150) |
| ~Coverage sq ft/gal (sq m/L) | 175 (4.3) | 346 (8.5) |
| Theoretical coverage sq ft/gal (sq m/L) @ 1 mil / 25 microns dft | 1040 (25.5) | |
Application Equipment:
The following is a guide. Changes in pressures and tip sizes may be needed for proper spray characteristics. Always purge spray equipment before use with the listed reducer. Any reduction must be compliant with existing VOC regulations and compatible with the existing environmental and application conditions.
Reducer/Clean Up
| Spray | Reducer R7K15, MEK, Reducer #58, or R7K111 |
| Brush/Roll | Reducer #132, R7K132, Reducer #58, or R7K111 |
Airless Spray
| Pressure | 2500 - 2800 psi |
| Hose | 3/8" ID |
| Tip | .013" - .017" |
| Filter | 60 mesh |
| Reduction | As needed up to 10% by volume with R7K15 or R7K111, or up to 9% with MEK, R6K10* |
| * Note: Reducing more than maximum recommended level will result in VOC exceeding 340g/L |
Recommended Uses:
- Rail Cars
- Tank Cars
*Note: For complete product information, please refer to sherwin-williams.com.
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