ABC #4 quick reference

Components 1
Curing mechanism	Solvent release
Volume solids	64% ± 3%
(ASTM D2697, modified)
Coats	1 or 2
Dry film thickness per coat	3-5 mils (75-125 microns)
Theoretical coverage	ft²/gal	m²/L
1 mil (25 microns	946	23.2
4 mil (100 microns	378	9.3

Environmental Conditions
Temperature	°F	°C
Air and Surface	0 to 120	-18 to 49
Surface temperatures must be at least 5°F (3°C) above dew point to prevent condensation.
Drying and cure time @ 3 mils (75 microns) (hours) Temperature, °F/°C 120/49 90/32 70/21 50/10 32/0 recoat 1 2 4 8 12 Before immersion 2 4 6 10 24
Thinner
Below 70°F (21°C	Amercoat 65
Above 70°F (21°C	Amercoat 101
Equipment Cleaner	Amercoat 65

Application Procedure
1.	Clean all application equipment with Amercoat 65.
2.	Stir material thoroughly and continue stirring during application to insure pigment suspension.
3.	Thin only for workability; no more than 1 pint Amercoat 65 or 101 per gallon of ABC 4.
4.	Apply a wet coat in even, parallel passes; overlap each pass 50 percent to avoid pinholes, bare areas or holidays. Give special attention to weld seams, rough or badly pitted areas. If required, cross spray at right angles.
5.	For touch-up and repair, apply additional material after removing dirt, contaminants or old loose coatings or antifoulings.
6.	Allow 4 hours drying time at 70°F (21°C) before applying second coat.
7.	Before immersing, allow ABC 4 to dry at least 6 hours at 70°F (21°C).
8.	Clean application equipment immediately after use with Amercoat 65.

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