8.

75"
8.5"

PMS 307Black 4845 DURANAR XL_revise2010

trim: 8.500" x 11.000" bleed: .125"
REMAY 78404 ( 70714 )
Digital/IAM Asset No. 78404

DURANAR XL
®

COATINGS
P R O D U C T D ATA

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION SYSTEM OVERVIEW

DURANAR XL fluoropolymer DURANAR XL extrusion coatings provide top coat is required over some brightly
extrusion coatings are three- and outstanding durability and performance in pigmented DURANAR coatings and all col-
four-coat systems consisting of a variety of exterior architectural applications, ors containing metallic flakes. The XL top
(three-coat system) a patented and have gained widespread acceptance due coat may also be specified over any
primer, a durable color coat, and to their proven, coater-friendly application DURANAR coating to enhance its overall
a clear top coat or (four-coat properties. The DURANAR XL clear top performance and further reduce
system) a patented primer, a coat is an essential component of the three- maintenance requirements**.
barrier coat, a durable color coat system, providing added protection DURANAR XL coatings provide excep-
coat, and a clear top coat. They against ultraviolet, humidity, and chemical tional aesthetics. In aggressive environments,
attack. The four-coat system (which includes generally defined as industrial areas or
combine PPG proprietary resin
a barrier coat between the primer and color seacoast locations, DURANAR XL coatings
and pigment technologies with
coats) is intended for use under selected demonstrate outstanding color and gloss
70% of the resin system being
deeptone color coats and colors containing retention, increased abrasion resistance,
fluoropolymer base resins.
certain aluminum flake pigments*. The XL and added protection against atmospheric
DURANAR XL extrusion

11.25"
contaminants such as acid rain.

11"
coatings have demonstrated
proven performance on exterior
COMMERCIAL USES
aluminum surfaces, especially
in seaside and corrosive industri- DURANAR XL spray-applied extrusion XL system is the coating of choice for use
al environments. They are highly coatings are formulated to provide the ulti- on pre-formed aluminum components such

resistant to chalking, fading, mate performance against weathering in as storefronts, curtainwalls, windows, and
aggressive environments. The DURANAR louvers under these conditions.
chipping, and peeling when
properly applied by an approved
applicator. DURANAR XL
coatings resist dirt collection DURABILITY

and chemical staining, and can DURANAR XL coatings are chemically inert, Additionally, DURANAR XL coatings
significantly reduce maintenance providing outstanding resistance against color are tested at exposure sites throughout the
and restoration costs over time. and gloss fade and environmental stress such world in all types of climatic and industri-
They meet AAMA 2605 as acid rain and ultraviolet attack. All pigments al conditions to ensure the coatings’ per-
performance specifications and are tested for a minimum of ten years in formance and long-term durability in
are the architectural extrusion south Florida prior to approval for use in aggressive environments.
coatings of choice when any DURANAR XL coating system.
exceptional durability and DURANAR and the PPG logo are registered trademarks and the PPG Certified Applicator Program logo
is a service mark of PPG Industries, Inc.
performance are required in
* The appearance of metallic and pearlescent finishes may vary upon factory application due to differences
aggressive environments. in spray equipment, spray techniques, film thickness, and curing conditions. It is strongly recommended
that final color approval is made from actual production pieces,
including clear top coat when required, not laboratory prepared
samples. Limits for acceptable production variations are to be
established between the approval source and applicator.
** The XL top coat may affect the final appearance of lightly
pigmented DURANAR coatings.

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 8.75"
8.5"

PMS 307Black 4845 DURANAR XL_revise2010

trim: 8.500" x 11.000" bleed: .125"
REMAY 78404 ( 70714 )
Digital/IAM Asset No. 78404

DURANAR XL
®

COATINGS
P R O D U C T D ATA

DURANAR XL SPECIFICATIONS

Colors Available A range of colors and polychromatics, including metallics,

micas and bright colors
Dry Film Thickness
ASTM D1400 0.25 ± 0.05 mil primer
1.0 mil min. barrier coat (if applicable)
1.0 mil min. color coat
0.6 ± 0.2 mil clear top coat
Gloss
ASTM D523 @ 60° Medium gloss
Pencil Hardness
ASTM D3363 F min.
Cross Hatch Adhesion
1/16” wet and dry Excellent — No removal
Direct Impact
1/10” distortion Excellent — No removal
Abrasion - Falling Sand
ASTM D968 40 - 80 l/mil
Acid Resistance
ASTM D1308 No attack
10% muriatic acid spot test
Alkali Resistance
Mortar pat test 24 hours — No attack
100% relative humidity @ 100°F

11.25"
11"
Detergent Resistance
3% immersion @ 100°F 72 hours — No attack
Salt Spray Resistance
ASTM B117, 4000 hrs. 1/16” maximum undercutting
5% NaCl @ 100°F
Humidity Resistance
ASTM D714, Up to few #8 blisters maximum
ASTM D2247, 4000 hrs.
100% relative humidity @ 100°F
Exterior Exposure
10 yrs. @ 45°, south Florida
ASTM D2244 Maximum 5∆E color change
ASTM D4214 Maximum 8 chalk rating
ASTM B244 (Erosion) Maximum 5% film loss

DURANAR XL WARRANTY INFORMATION

PPG offers a comprehensive warranty on DURANAR XL extrusion coatings.
For complete warranty information and a copy of the DURANAR XL extrusion
coatings warranty, please call PPG at 1-800-258-6398.

8/10 PPG Industries, Inc. www.ppgideascapes.com

Printed in U.S.A.
PPG-38 151 Colfax St. E-mail: [email protected]
Springdale, PA 15144
(800) 258-6398
Fax: (724) 274-2600

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