Spies Hecker News
3056 reducer best for hot weather
19 March, 2009
For most parts of Australia, warm to hot conditions are possible until May, for the Northern areas this can be the norm all year round, so it makes sense to use the most appropriate basecoat thinner blend for the conditions and size of the job.
Why 3056? "3056 was developed to best suit a temperature range of 25c - 35c," says Paul Polverino, Product & Training Manager. "Most bodyshops usually spray in booth conditions > 25c all year round!"
"3056 allows for better overspray absorption and metallic flow," continues Paul. "By using 3056, it is easier to achieve correct film builds and the painter is able to work at the correct speed and apply the right build and not over apply."
Using too fast a thinner can actually slow the painter's speed due to "forcing" or "struggling" to wet the film, this can lead to several problems:- Film builds too high with basecoat, trapped solvent and loss of gloss on final clear coats
- Reduce quality of appearance due to poor metallic laydown causing mottle and clouding
- Excessive use of product
- Poor profile of basecoat finish - leads to excessive peel and loss of gloss in clearcoat
There are many benefits to using 3056:
1. Easier application in warm/hot conditions and large jobs
2. Better laydown of metallics on critical colours ( Silvers, Golds etc)
3. Better colour match
4. Better overspray absorption
5. Less material consumption- more economical
6. Correct film builds and coverage rate
7. Better substrate for final clearcoat application
For more information about 3056, contact Paul Polverino, Product & Training Manager on 02 8818 4308.* * *
