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ALKA 410
Rapid Cure Protective Enamel
Alka-410 is an Industrial Rapid-Cure Protective Enamel. Alka 410 is a solvent-borne finishing coating engineered for decorative and protective applications on metal and prepared substrates. The formulation incorporates advanced fast-reacting resin technology to achieve rapid surface drying, high gloss development, and durable film formation suitable for industrial production and maintenance operations.
Pack size: 10L Kit
Overview
Usage
- Fabricated steel structures
- Machinery and industrial equipment
- Transport containers and fabricated assemblies
- OEM finishing systems
- Workshop maintenance applications
- Commercial and light industrial metal surfaces
Suitable for both interior and exterior exposure environments when applied over compatible primer systems.
Compatible Substrates
This coating system may be applied over:
- Zinc phosphate primers
- Etch primers for galvanised steel
- Existing aged coatings after compatibility testing
- Properly prepared steel and fabricated metal surfaces
Where maintenance repainting is required, damaged or exposed metal areas should be spot-primed before topcoat application.
Packaging
1 Litre, 4 Litre, 20 Litre.
Colour
Standard industrial colours and custom shades, High Gloss (Gloss Level Greater than 85 GU @ 60°)
Product Details
Shelf life: 12 months
Storage conditions
Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area away from direct sunlight and sources of ignition. Recommended storage temperature: 5°C – 35°C.
Property | Typical Value |
Flash Point | Approx. -3°C |
Dangerous Goods Classification | Flammable Liquid |
Storage Conditions | Cool, dry, ventilated area |
Application
Layer thickness
Recommended coating thickness is approximately 40 microns per coat
Recommended coating thickness is approximately 40 microns per coat
Dry Time
approximately 15 Minutes
approximately 15 Minutes
Recoat time (at 25 C)
Re-coatable: 8 Hours
Re-coatable: 8 Hours
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
This coating system may be applied over:
- Zinc phosphate primers
- Etch primers for galvanised steel
- Existing aged coatings after compatibility testing
- Properly prepared steel and fabricated metal surfaces
Where maintenance repainting is required, damaged or exposed metal areas should be spot-primed before topcoat application.
It can be applied by brush or roller; the selection of a roller is dependent on the type of finish required.
CLEANING OF EQUIPMENT
Xylene can be used for cleaning tools and equipment before the mixed compound begins to harden. Once cured, it can only be removed mechanically.
Xylene can be used for cleaning tools and equipment before the mixed compound begins to harden. Once cured, it can only be removed mechanically.