Features
VpCI-386 is a unique water-based acrylic primer/ topcoat that successfully provides protection in harsh, outdoor, unsheltered applications. The complex mixture of non-toxic organic inhibitors offers protection that can compete with most paints and zinc-rich primers.
• Fast-drying, non-flammable
• UV resistant when dried
• Forms non-flammable, protective barrier
• Optimal outdoor performance
• Clear coating allows visual inspection of metal substrate
• Available in standard and custom colors
• NSN 8030-01-481-8897
VpCI-386 can be used as a topcoat/primer. When solvent-based topcoats are applied over VpCI-386, compatibility must be checked. VpCI-386 can also be used as a topcoat with Cortec® VpCI-374 as a primer.
| Product Code(s) | Packing Size |
| VPCI-386-5 | Cortec VpCI 386 Acrylic Primer / Top-Coat (5 gal. pail) |
| VPCI-386-55 | Cortec VpCI 386 Acrylic Primer / Top-Coat (55 gal. drum) |
| Metals Protected | • Carbon steel • Cast iron • Aluminum • Stainless steel • Galvanized steel* • Copper |
| Typical Properties | |
| Appearance | Liquid, various colors |
| pH | 8.5-9.7 (Neat) |
| Density | 8.0-10.5 lb/gal / (0.96-1.26 kg/l) |
| Non-volatile Content | 32-50% |
| Dry Film Thickness | 1.5-3.0 mils (per coat) (37.5-75 microns) |
| Theoretical Spread Rate | 187-374 ft2/gal @ 1.5-3 mils (4.6-9.3 m2/l |
| @ 37.5-75 microns) | |
| Dry to Touch Time | 30 minutes @ 77°F (25°C) at 2 mils (50 microns) |
| Fully Cured | 7 days @ 77°F (25°C) 55% RH |
| Temperature Stability | 45°F-90°F (7°C-32°C) |
| VOC (regulatory) 1 | 1.6-1.8 lb/gal (167-216 g/l) |
| VOC (actual) | 0.6-0.8 lb/gal (72-96 g/l) |
| Viscosity | 700-3,000 cps (6 rpm/#2) |
| Temperature Resistance | -150°F to 350°F |
| (Fully Cured) | (-78°C to 180°C) |
Method of Application
Note: Make sure dew point is more than 5°F (2°C) less than air temperature for application.
Power agitate to a uniform consistency using a “squirrel cage” type mixer, hand-held drill mixer, or other equivalent method.
VpCI-386 can be applied by spray , roll, brush, or dip.
*Use a coat of VpCI-373 green before using VpCI-386 on galvanized.
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