Axalta ViterClene ‘C’ Degreasing Solution, a single pack bio-degradable detergent wash, for the efficient removal of dirt, oil or grease prior to painting. Specially formulated for use with ViterClad cladding coatings.

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• Features & Benefits
• Product Specification
• Film Thickness Range And Coverage
• Drying Times
• Surface Preparation
• Mixing
• Thinner
• Application Conditions
• Application Methods
• Product Notes
• Health & Safety

Features & Benefits

• Specifically recommended for cleaning Plastisol or other sheeting prior to coating with ViterClad systems
• For the cleaning of aged coatings or bare substrates of oil, grease or dirt prior to coating.
• Bio-degradable product which after application can be washed away through domestic drainage with sufficient clean water diluent.
• An effective degreaser for galvanising.
• Concentrated – can be diluted up to 20:1 with water.
• Can be applied by brush, or airless spray.

Product Specification

Film Thickness Range And Coverage

Drying Times

Drying and recoating times are related to the film thickness, temperature, the relative humidity of the air and ventilation.

Surface Preparation

Remove thick films of grease with a scraper or rags prior to application of ViterClene ‘C’.

Mixing

Ensure solution is homogenous before use.

Thinner

Clean water.

Clean water can also be used to clean equpment.

Application Conditions

• Only apply in conditions of good ventilation which must be maintained during drying.
• Do not apply when rain, mist, sleet or snow are imminent.
• During application and drying time of the wash solution, the Relative Humidity should not exceed 88% and the steel temperature should remain at least 2℃ above the dew point.

Application Methods

Any areas of stubborn contamination should be removed by vigorous application using e.g. brushes or clean rags, followed by thorough rinsing and allowing to dry. Ensure that all traces of contamination and residues are thoroughly removed before applying any coatings.

• Apply by brush or clean rags (recommended), or by airless spray.
• Apply ViterClene ‘C’ in accordance with the dilution described below, preferably using warm water rather than cold water. Allow 10 – 15 minutes for penetration, then water wash with potable water (pressure washing or rinsing with scrubbing is recommended) to remove all residues, and allow to dry before applying any coating.
• Any areas of stubborn contamination should be removed by vigorous application using e.g. brushes or clean rags, followed by thorough rinsing and allowing to dry. Ensure that all traces of contamination and residues are thoroughly removed before applying any coatings.
• Reduce dilution as necessary in accordance with surface conditions.

Dilution:

• Heavy soiling – apply neat
• Medium soiling (light oil, grease, general dirt) - dilute 5:1 with clean water
• Light soiling (hydraulic oils, light grease) - dilute 10:1 with clean water
• General cleaning (light dirt only) - dilute 20:1 with clean water

Product Notes

In any cleaning operation, the aim is to remove dirt from the surface.  This can be achieved by loosening the dirt and washing it away with e.g. a water spray, hose pipe, etc., or by wiping it off the surface with rags, which will need changing frequently for fresh, clean ones.  Using the same piece of rag or brush repeatedly without rinsing can result in the dirt simply being redistributed around the surface, and not removed.

Health & Safety

Containers are provided with safety labels which should be observed. Further information about hazardous influences and protection are detailed in individual Product Safety Data Sheets. A Safety Data Sheet for this product is available on request from Axalta Coating Systems or on our attachments section above.

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