PRODUCT DATA
6541-G, 6551-B
Kwik Fill Polyester Primer Surfacer
DESCRIPTION:
Kwik Fill Polyester Primer Surfacer is a catalyzed primer surfacer that offers excellent fill and build capabilities. It can
provide one-coat coverage for many applications. Its fast drying and easy sanding features make it the ideal primer
for every day use. Kwik Fill’s chemical cross-link cure provides excellent sealing and holdout properties when used
over body filler repair areas. It has excellent adhesion to a wide range of substrates including metal, galvanized metal,
fiberglass, SMC, aluminum, body fillers and polyester glazing putties, and over properly prepared old finishes.
TECHNICAL DATA:
APPEARANCE:
% SOLIDS:
V.O.C. Content:
SHELF LIFE:
VISCOSITY:
MIX RATIO:
POT LIFE:
APPLICATION:
DRY FILM:
COVERAGE:
Buff or Gray Liquid
69% by weight, 49% by volume
Applied Buff: 1.36#/gal (163g/l)
Gray: 1.52#/gal (182g/l)
One year (unopened)
Ready to spray 35 - 40 seconds (Zahn #2 cup)
Add liquid hardener at a rate of 2% by weight.
Add .75 oz of hardener to one quart of primer.
45 - 55 minutes @ 75°F (27°C) and 50% Relative Humidity (Warmer temperatures
will reduce pot life. If necessary, this product may be reduced by 5-10% with
acetone to improve pot life, flow-out and dry to sand time.
1 - 3 medium wet coats
2.0 - 3.0 mils per coat
800 ft2 per gallon @ 1 mil dry
SALES POINTS:
• California V.O.C. Compliant. Meets requirements for use in SCAQMD
• Viable viscosity improvement over previous formulation
• Faster drying, dry to sand in 45 - 55 minutes
• Fast fill and build (one coat for many uses)
• Easier sanding
• Excellent flow-out
• Better corrosion resistance
• Tintable (up to 10% by volume with most basecoat tints, or up to 5% by volume using tint paste
• Designed for use on a wide variety of substrates
SEE REVERSE SIDE FOR APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
(Refer to Material Safety Data Sheet for proper handling of products listed in this bulletin).
PACKAGE SIZES:
#6541-G Kwik Fill Polyester Primer Gray, Gallon, 4/case
#6551-B Kwik Fill Polyester Primer Buff, Gallon, 4/case
DISCLAIMER: The technical information and suggestions for use have been compiled for your guidance and usage. Such information is based on Transtar Autobody Technologies experience and research and is believed to be reliable. As Transtar has no control over conditions in which the product is
used, stored, or otherwise handled, the above information does not constitute a warranty. Buyers must
assume responsibility for the suitability of the product for their purposes.
TRANSTAR AUTOBODY TECHNOLOGIES • 2040 HEISERMAN DRIVE, BRIGHTON, MI 48114 • (800) 824-2843
FAX (800) 477-7923 • EMAIL: [email protected]
Rev 10/07
6541-G, 6551-B
Kwik Fill Polyester Primer Surfacer
SURFACE PREPARATION:
Wash all areas to be primed with soap and water; dry with clean cloth. Clean area with a quality wax and grease
remover such as SCAT #6311, Speedi SCAT #6321/6323 or Aqua SCAT #6351/6354 to remove all wax, grease, silicones, and other surface contaminants.
SUITABLE SUBSTRATES:
Untreated & Galvanized Steel & Bare Aluminum: Sand surface using 180 – 220 grit sandpaper and reclean surface.
Note: Kwik Fill can be used over 1K or 2K Etch Primers.
Body Fillers & Putty: Rough sand filler with 80 grit sandpaper, follow with 180 – 220 grit sandpaper, featheredge with
320 grit paper and blow off with air gun.
Plastics (Rigid & Semi-Rigid only): Sand with 180 grit sandpaper and reclean.
Prepainted Surfaces: Sand and featheredge using 80 - 220 and finish with 320 on an orbital sander. Reclean surface.
MIXING:
Shake and stir contents of can thoroughly before mixing. Add Liquid Hardener at the rate of 2% by weight. (Example:
To one quart of primer, add 0.75 oz. of hardener.) Mix primer and hardener thoroughly before adding to gun cup.
(Pot Life at 75°F (27°C) & 50% R.H. is approximately 45 – 55 minutes. Warmer temperatures will reduce pot life.)
NOTE: If necessary, this product may be reduced 5 – 10% with acetone to improve pot life, flow-out and dry to sand
time.
APPLICATION:
Apply 2 –3 medium wet coats holding gun 8 – 10 inches from surface. Allow primer to flash for 10 – 15 minutes
between coats. Do not apply heavy wet-on-wet coats. Avoid dry spray, which must be removed before application of
topcoat.
RECOMMENDED SPRAY GUN SET-UP:
Use a primer gun with a 1.6 - 1.8 fluid tip. Recommended air pressure at gun is 30 - 40 PSI.
DRYING SCHEDULE @ 75°F (27°C), 50% RELATIVE HUMIDITY:
Dust Free:
Dry to Sand:
Force Dry:
IRT:
30 minutes
55 - 65 minutes (with use over etch primer time is extended)
Purge for 10 minutes, bake at 140°F (16°C) for 30 minutes.
Purge for 5 minutes, bake 15 minutes at 24” - 36”
SANDING/TOPCOATING:
Dry sand with 220 grit and finish with 320 - 400 grit. For wet sanding, use 400 grit and follow with 500 - 600 grit. Refer
to paint manufacturers instructions before application of topcoats.
CLEAN-UP:
Do not allow material to remain in cup longer than 50 minutes. Wash equipment with acetone, lacquer thinner or an
appropriate spray gun cleaner.
Keep lid closed when not in use. Do not return unused mixed material to can.
COMPETITION:
PCL, Poly Primer 901/905
Sherwin Williams, Polyester Primer 21
PPG, Polyester Primer (Omni) MX241/245
Fiberglass-Evercoat, Finish Sand 2214/704
Martin Senour, Poly Primer 5190
Marhyde Quick Sand
Sikkens PolySurfacer
Spies Hecker 3508
Standox AluSpray
TRANSTAR AUTOBODY TECHNOLOGIES • 2040 HEISERMAN DRIVE, BRIGHTON, MI 48114 • (800) 824-2843
FAX (800) 477-7923 • EMAIL: [email protected]