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High Temperature Clear Gloss Paint

Thurmalox 293 Clear

 

Thurmalox 293 is a heat-resistant, fast-drying, silicone-based clear lacquer formulated to prevent tarnishing, discoloration and finger printing of metal parts used at elevated temperatures on items such as woodstoves, fireplace closures and other OEM applications. Thurmalox 293 fills the need for a finish which retains its clarity to 650°F (343°C) and its film integrity to 1000°F (538 °C).

TECHNICAL DATA

Characteristics

Thurmalox 293

Generic Type

Silicone

Color

Clear

Finish

Gloss

Temperature resistance

 

Continuous

1,000°F (538°C)

Gloss retention

500°F (260°C)

% solids by volume

16.0

Viscosity

35-40 sec. Zahn No. 4 cup

Dry film thickness per coat

0.75 - 1.0 mils (19 - 25 microns)

Wet film thickness per coat

4- 5 mils (100 - 125 microns)

Theoretical coverage per gallon

255 mil. sq. ft. (23.7 sq. m. @ 25 microns)

Application temperature @ 50% RH

60-90° F (16-32° C)

Drying time @ 70° F (21° C) 50% RH

 

                        To touch

15-20 minutes

                        To handle

20-30 minutes

                        To recoat

1-2 hours

Weight per gallon

 

                        Thurmalox 293

7.72 lb. (3.5 kg.)

                        Dampney 100 Thinner

7.1 lb. (3.2 kg.)

Flash point (Pensky Martens)

45°F (7°C)

Pot life

N/A

Shelf life

1 year

Volatile organic compounds

6.1 lb./gal. (731 g./l.)

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