Hardtop AX
Polyurethane topcoat with a robust finish, very good colour and gloss retention, and low VOC. Strong mechanical properties with very good chemical resistance and low dirt pick-up. High sag resistance, minimal spray dust, and cures at low temperatures. Excellent application by airless spray, brush, and roller. For topsides, decks, superstructures, offshore, refineries, power plants, bridges, and buildings. MCI tintable. APAS approved. IMO Low Flame Spread certified.
Key Features
Technical Specifications
Product Properties
- Volume Solids
- 63 ± 2%
- VOC (EU Directive)
- 331 g/l
- Density
- 1.4 kg/l
- Flash Point
- 28°C
Film Build
- Dry Film Thickness (DFT)
- 50–100 μm
- Gloss Level
- Gloss (70–85 GU @ 60°)
Application
- Mixing Ratio
- 4:1 (Comp A : Comp B)
- Thinner
- Jotun Thinner No. 26 / No. 10 / No. 51
- Airless Spray
- Nozzle 13–19 thou, 150 bar / 2100 psi
- Pot Life
- 2h @ 23°C
Drying Times (23°C)
- Drying Schedule
- Surface dry 1h, Walk-on dry 8h, Overcoat min 5h, Cured 5 days @ 23°C
Performance
- Heat Resistance
- 120°C continuous / 140°C peak
- Certificates & Approvals
- APAS approved 2911. IMO Low Flame Spread. BREEAM NOR 2016 and 2012. No substances on Norwegian A20 list.
Packaging
- Colours Available
- Selected colours over MCI tinting system
- Pack Sizes
- 4L + 1L (5L kit); 16L + 4L (20L kit)
- Shelf Life
- 48 months (both components)
Suitable Substrates
Environments
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