AWLGRIP® & AWLCRAFT® 2000
Pre Mixed
GOLD METALLICS

Features &
Uses

Awlgrip's Pale Gold & Cordovan Gold Metallics are now
available with the metallic flake pre-mixed in the color base and
are mixed and applied the same way as conventional AWLGRIP® and
AWLCRAFT® 2000. Using modern metallic flake technology, Awlgrip has
produced H9178 Cordovan Gold and H9182 Pale Gold in AWLGRIP® and
F9147 Cordovan Gold and F9145 Pale Gold in AWLCRAFT® 2000. Full hide
is easily accomplished in 2 to 3 coats, the problem of metallic
flake float has been drastically reduced, and color consistency is
dramatically improved. These new versions of Pale & Cordovan
Gold will allow applicators to quickly and easily apply gold
metallic stripes with outstanding color, brilliance and luster
adding the final detail to an amazing finish.

AWLGRIP® Cordovan Gold (H9178) and Pale Gold (H9182) have the
metallic flake pre-mixed into the pigmented color base and are mixed
in the same way as conventional pigmented AWLGRIP® Topcoats.

AWLCRAFT® 2000 Cordovan Gold (F9147) and Pale Gold (F9145) have
the metallic flake pre-mixed into the pigmented color base and are
mixed in the same way as conventional pigmented AWLCRAFT® 2000
Topcoats.

Notes:

Metallic topcoats must be applied over the
appropriate Awlgrip primer or a U.S Paint Topcoat that has
been sanded until all gloss is removed.

Metallics must be clear coated to prevent fading
and discoloration.

Large area applications such as hull sides will
require additional application techniques. Contact your
Awlgrip Sales Engineer for additional
information.

Specification
Data

AWLGRIP¨ H9178, H9182
Type: Two
Component Linear Aliphatic Polyester Polyurethane
Metallic
Color: Cordovan Gold (H9178) and Pale Gold
(H9182)
Packaging: Color base available in
quarts.
Theoretical Coverage: Sq. Ft./Gallon 466 Sq. Ft.
at 1 mil dry (25 microns)
155-233 Sq. Ft. at recommended film
thickness. Calculated for mixed base and converter, reduced 25%.
Coverage calculations are based on theoretical transfer efficiency
of 100%. Actual coverage rate obtained will vary according to
equipment choice, application techniques, part size and application
environment.
Recommended Wet Film Thickness: 6-9 mils
(150-225 microns) total of 2-3 coats.
Recommended Dry Film
Thickness: 2-3 mils (50-75 microns)
Anticipated cure time at
77°F, 50% R.H: 24 hours to tape free; 3 days to light service; 14
days to full cure.
Recoatability: Spray applications of
metallic colors consist of 2 to 3 coats applied over 1-4 hours.
Exact time will vary with temperature, project size, and film
thickness applied. A clear coat can be applied after 4 to 8 hours of
cure. AWLGRIP® topcoats which have been allowed to cure more than 12
hours must be sanded before recoating.

Coverage calculations are based on theoretical transfer
efficiency of 100%.

Recoatability: All AWL-FAIR® products must be sanded
before recoating with itself or other Awlgrip Products. They must be
overcoated with an epoxy primer such as 545 Epoxy Primer, HIGH
BUILD, AWL-QUIK®, or ULTRA-BUILD®, or Sprayable Fairing Compound
before topcoating.

AWLCRAFT® 2000 F9145, F9147

Type: Two Component Acrylic Urethane
Metallic
Color: Cordovan Gold (F9147) and Pale Gold
(F9145)
Packaging: Color base available in quarts.

Theoretical Coverage: Sq. Ft./Gallon 512 Sq. Feet at one
mil dry (25 microns)
171-256 Sq. Feet at recommended dry film
thickness. Calculated for mixed base and converter, reduced 33%.
Coverage calculations are based on theoretical transfer efficiency
of 100%. Actual coverage rate obtained will vary according to
equipment choice, application techniques, part size, and application
environment.
Recommended Wet Film Thickness: 6-9 mils
(150-225 microns) total of 2-3 coats.
Recommended Dry Film
Thickness: 2-3 mils (50-75 microns) total of 2-3
coats.
Anticipated Cure Time at 77°F, 50% R.H: 24 Hours to tape
free; 3 days to light service; 14 days for full
cure.
Recoatability: Spray applications consist of 2 to 3
coats applied over 1-4 hours. Exact time will vary with temperature,
project size, and film thickness applied. A clear coat can be
applied after 4 to 8 hours of cure. AWLCRAFT® 2000 topcoats which
have been allowed to cure more than 12 hours must be sanded before
recoating.

Product
Components, Reducers, Additives, and
Auxiliary
Components

AWLGRIP® Cordovan Gold
...........................................................................H9178
AWLGRIP®
Pale Gold
....................................................................................H9182
AWLGRIP®
High Gloss Clear
........................................................................G3005
AWLCRAFT®
2000 Cordovan Gold
..............................................................F9147
AWLCRAFT®
2000 Pale Gold
.......................................................................F9145
AWLCRAFT®
2000 Gloss Clear
....................................................................F3029
AWL-CAT®
#2 Spray Converter
.....................................................................G3010
Fast
Evaporating Reducer-Spray
.....................................................................T0001
Very
Fast Evaporating Reducer-Spray
............................................................T0002
CRATER-X®
.......................................................................................................M1017
Equipment
Cleaning .............................................T0001, T0002,
or T0003, or M.E.K.

Application
Equipment

Conventional air atomized spray or HVLP spray. Metallic urethanes
are spray only.

Surface
Preparation

AWLGRIP® and AWLCRAFT® Gold Metallics should be
applied over properly prepared 545 Primer or Awlgrip topcoat. The
primed surface must be clean and dry. Achieving maximum gloss and
distinction of image requires the primer be smooth sanded with
220-320 grit paper before topcoat application. When applying
metallics over Awlgrip topcoats, sand the surface with 220-400 grit
paper.

Mixing and
Reduction

AWLGRIP® H9178, H9182

Spray Only: Mix by volume 1 part H9178 or H9182
AWLGRIP® Topcoat Base component with 1 part AWL-CAT® #2 (G3010)
Spray Converter to a smooth, homogenous mixture. Reduce 12½-25% with
T0001 orT0002 Reducer. Overall mix is 1:1:¼-½ by volume. Example: 8
oz. Base, 8 oz. G3010, 2-4 oz. Reducer. 25% reduction is a standard
mix. Clear coats, metallic colors, and painting in high temperature
conditions may require additional reduction.

AWLCRAFT® 2000 F9147, F9145

Spray Only: Mix by volume two parts F9147 or F9145
AWLCRAFT® 2000 Topcoat Base component with one part AWL-CAT® #2
(G3010) Spray Converter to a smooth, homogenous mixture. Reduce
25%-33% with T0001 or T0002 Reducer. Overall mix is 2:1:¾-1 by
volume. Example: 8 oz. Base, 4 oz. G3010, 3-4 oz. Reducer. 25%
reduction is a standard mix. Clear coats, metallic colors, and
painting in high temperature conditions may require additional
reduction.

Application
Instructions

Apply by spray in 2 to 3 light, smooth, slightly wet coats. Allow
20 to 40 minutes tack time between coats. This spray method allows
uniform development of the metallic color without flooding or
floating the metallic particles. After achieving the specified
color, allow the coating to cure a minimum of 4 hours but not more
than 8 hours before clear applications.

Metallics must be clear coated to prevent fading and
discoloration:

AWLGRIP® H9178, H9182
After achieving the desired
color, allow the coating to cure a minimum of 4 hours but not more
than 8 hours. Within this period, seal the H9178 or H9182 with
AWLGRIP® High Gloss Clear (G3005 /G3010). Mix by volume 1 part G3005
AWLGRIP® High Gloss Clear with 1 part AWL-CAT® #2 (G3010) Spray
Converter to a smooth, homogenous mixture. Reduce 25% with T0001 or
T0002 Reducer. Overall mix is 1:1:½ by volume. Example: 8 oz. Base,
8 oz. G3010, 4 oz. Reducer.

AWLCRAFT® 2000 F9147, F9145
After achieving the desired
color, allow the coating to cure a minimum of 4 hours but not more
than 8 hours. Within this period, seal the F9145 or F9147 with
AWLCRAFT® 2000 Gloss Clear (F3029/G3010). Mix by volume two parts
F3029 AWLCRAFT® 2000 Clear with one part AWL-CAT® #2 (G3010) Spray
Converter to a smooth, homogenous mixture. Reduce 33% with T0001 or
T0002 Reducer. Overall mix is 2:1:1 by volume. Example: 8 oz. Base,
4 oz. G3010, 4 oz. Reducer

IMPORTANT
Before mixing, read Material Safety Data
Sheet for health hazard and safety
information.

WARNING!
DO NOT incorporate into this
Awlgrip Coating System, any thinner, additive, modifier, converter,
or related product produced by any manufacturer other than Awlgrip.
Any such substitution can jeopardize the unique chemical
characteristics provided by each of the Awlgrip Coating system.

FOR INDUSTRIAL USE ONLY
This product is for use by
professional, trained, personnel using proper equipment and is not
intended for sale to or use by, the general
public.

NON-WARRANTY
Any recommendation of Awlgrip
Corporation contained herein covering use, utilization, chemical or
physical properties and other qualities of the products sold is
believed reliable; however, Awlgrip Corporation makes no warranty or
representation with respect thereto. Use or application of any
Awlgrip Corporation product is at the discretion of the Buyer
without liability or obligation whatsoever of Awlgrip.

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