Carbothane 134 GS

PRODUCT DATA SHEET

S E L E C T I O N & S P E C I F I C AT I O N D ATA
Generic Type Aliphatic Acrylic Polyurethane

Carbothane 134 GS is an excellent weatherable finish for exterior exposures in industrial and
marine environments. It has wide versatility as a high gloss aesthetically pleasing finish for a variety
Description
of exposures. It is an ideal topcoat over epoxy primers or intermediates to enhance appearance
and longer term weathering characteristics.

• Very good weathering (75% gloss retention after 4000 hours QUV-A exposure)
• Exceeds SSPC-Paint Spec 36; Level 3
• 6 hours dry to handle time
Features • High gloss appearance
• Brush, roll, or spray application
• Indefinite recoatability
• Minimum 2 hours working time

Color Custom colors (Rapid Tint Service)

Finish High Gloss

Primer Acceptable primers include Carboguard epoxies.

Dry Film Thickness 38 - 51 microns (1.5 - 2 mils) per coat

Solids Content By Volume 55% +/- 2%

21.7 m²/l at 25 microns (882 ft²/gal at 1.0 mils)

Theoretical Coverage 14.4 m²/l at 38 microns (588 ft²/gal at 1.5 mils)
Rate 10.8 m²/l at 50 microns (441 ft²/gal at 2.0 mils)
Allow for loss in mixing and application.

As Supplied : 420 g/l

VOC Values
These are nominal values and may vary slightly with color.

Continuous: 93°C (200°F)

Dry Temp. Resistance
Non-Continuous: 121°C (250°F)

S U B S T R AT E S & S U R F A C E P R E PA R AT I O N
Surfaces must be clean and dry. Employ adequate methods to remove dirt, dust, oil and all other
General
contaminants that could interfere with adhesion of the coating.

Steel Prime with appropriate primers as recommended in section on “Primers”.

P E R F O R M A N C E D ATA
Test Method System Results
Minimum 75% gloss
QUV-A Carbothane 134 GS
retention after 4000 hours

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MIXING & THINNING

Power mix Part A separately, then combine with Part B and power mix. DO NOT MIX PARTIAL
Mixing
KITS.

Thinning is not normally required. Use of thinners other than those supplied or recommended by
Thinning Carboline may adversely affect product performance and void product warranty, whether expressed
or implied.

Ratio 7:1 by volume (Part A to Part B)

4 Hours at 75°F (24°C) and less at higher temps. Pot life ends when coating becomes too viscous
Pot Life
to use. MOISTURE CONTAMINATION WILL SHORTEN POT LIFE AND CAUSE GELLATION.

A P P L I C AT I O N E Q U I P M E N T G U I D E L I N E S
Listed below are general equipment guidelines for the application of this product. Job site conditions may require modifications
to these guidelines to achieve the desired results.

Spray Application The following spray equipment has been found suitable and is available from equipment
(General) manufacturers.

Pressure pot equipped with dual regulators, 3/8” I.D. minimum material hose, .070” I.D. fluid tip and
Conventional Spray
appropriate air cap.

*Pump Ratio: 30:1 (min.)

GPM Output: 3.0 (min.)
Material Hose: 3/8” I.D. (min.)
Airless Spray Tip Size: .015-.017”
Output PSI: 1800-2200
Filter Size: Remove filters
*PTFE packings are recommended and available from the pump manufacturer.

Multiple coats may be required to obtain desired appearance, recommended dry film thickness and
Brush & Roller
adequate hiding. Avoid excessive re-brushing or rerolling. For best results, tie-in within 10 minutes
(General)
at 75°F (24°C).

Brush Use a synthetic bristle brush.

Roller Use a short-nap mohair roller cover with solvent resistant core.

A P P L I C AT I O N C O N D I T I O N S
Condition Material Surface Ambient Humidity
Minimum 10°C (50°F) 10°C (50°F) 10°C (50°F) 0%
Maximum 38°C (100°F) 54°C (130°F) 43°C (110°F) 95%

Do not apply when the surface temperature is less than 3¿C (5¿F) above the dew point. Do not apply if temperatures are expected
to drop below 10¿C (50¿F) within 24 hours of application. Special application techniques may be required above or below normal
application conditions.

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CURING SCHEDULE
Surface Temp. Dry to Handle Dry to Recoat
16°C (60°F) 10 Hours 6 Hours
24°C (75°F) 6 Hours 3 Hours
32°C (90°F) 3 Hours 90 Minutes

These times are based on a 50 microns (2 mil) dry film thickness. Higher film thicknesses, insufficient ventilation, or cooler
temperatures will require longer cure times. The material is typically ready to recoat when it passes a "dry to handle" test (thumb
twist test).

PA C K A G I N G , H A N D L I N G & S T O R A G E
Min. 24 months at 75°F (24°C)
Shelf Life
*Shelf Life: when kept at recommended storage conditions and in original unopened containers.

Storage Temperature & 40° -110°F (4°-43°C)

Humidity 0-100% Relative Humidity

Storage Store Indoors.

WA R R A N T Y
To the best of our knowledge the technical data contained herein is true and accurate on the date of publication and is subject
to change without prior notice. User must contact Carboline Company to verify correctness before specifying or ordering. No
guarantee of accuracy is given or implied. We guarantee our products to conform to Carboline quality control. We assume no
responsibility for coverage, performance, injuries or damages resulting from use. Carbolines sole obligation, if any, is to replace
or refund the purchase price of the Carboline product(s) proven to be defective, at Carbolines option. Carboline shall not be liable
for any loss or damage. NO OTHER WARRANTY OR GUARANTEE OF ANY KIND IS MADE BY CARBOLINE, EXPRESS OR
IMPLIED, STATUTORY, BY OPERATION OF LAW, OR OTHERWISE, INCLUDING MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A
PARTICULAR PURPOSE. All of the trademarks referenced above are the property of Carboline International Corporation unless
otherwise indicated.

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