Description
Description: VpCI®-386 is a fast-drying, water-based acrylic topcoat designed for direct-to-metal (DTM) applications. It provides excellent adhesion to various metal substrates and forms a durable barrier in harsh outdoor, unsheltered environments. VpCI®-386 provides multi-metal protection and superior UV resistance. VpCI®-386 is developed with environmental health and safety in mind with lower VOC levels than traditional industrial paints. VpCI®-386 is weldable and can be used to keep surfaces corrosion free prior to welding. It can be matched to most custom colors.
Application: Substrate should be free of grease, oil, dirt, fingerprints, drawing compounds, rust inhibitors (except Cortec® approved), or any other surface contamination that could affect adhesion. For production line applications, use VpCI®-440 or similar phosphatizing pre-treatment. For structural steel applications, Cortec® recommends a minimum of a NACE #3/SSPC-SP6 commercial blast clean. Consult Cortec® Technical Service and/or test system adhesion prior to full scale application
A wash primer such as VpCI®-373 Green applied at 0.5–1.0 mils (12.5–25 μm) is recommended before applying VpCI®-386 to aluminum, galvanized, or plated substrates. Other recommended primers include VpCI®-375, VpCI®-395, and VpCI®-396 depending on coating requirements. When solvent-based topcoats are applied over VpCI®-386, compatibility must be checked.
Note: Make sure dew point is more than 5°F (2°C) less than air temperature for application. Power agitate to a uniform consistency using a “squirrel cage” type mixer, hand-held drill mixer, or other equivalent method. VpCI®-386 can be applied by spray, roll, or brush.
Package: VpCI®-386 is available in 5 gallon (19 L) pails and 55 gallon (208 L) metal drums. Keep product from freezing. To ensure best product performance, store in original packaging, indoors, and out of direct sunlight at 40-100°F (4-38°C).
Shelf life: 2 years
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