Technical Bulletin
VR-500
AUGUST, '97
Supersedes all previous publications
VR-500 SERIES AIR DRY PHENOLIC COATINGS
GENERIC TYPE:Air drying phenolic
RECOMMENDED USAGE: Heresite VR-500 air dry phenolic series coatings are specifically formulated to permit application by brush, spray or
roller. some of their outstanding properties are excellent durability, good adhesion, good film building characteristics and flexibility.
When thoroughly aged they produce hard corrosion resistant films. Recommended as a heavy duty maintenance coating for exposures to
splash, spillage and fumes.
Successful applications include: agricultural implements, chemical plants, canning factories, construction equipment, marine finishes, steel
plants, sewage disposal plants, textile industry, underground and underwater service, and ventilating systems. The VR-514 brown coating is a
primer-finish combination material, specially formulated for salt water service.
When finished product is going to be exposed to UV rays, one topcoat of Hersite UC-5500 is recommended.
CHEMICAL RESISTANCE GUIDE:
Exposure Splash and Spillage Fumes
Acids (dilute) Good Excellent
Alkalies (dilute) Good Good
Solvents Fair Excellent
Inorganic Salts Good Excellent
Water Good Excellent
ORDERING INFORMATION:
SHIPPING WEIGHT:
VR-500 (Finish) [Link]. 9 lbs./gal.
VR-500 (Primer) [Link]. 10 lbs./gal.
(depends on color:)
S-240 Solvent approx. 6.5 lbs./gal.
S-440 Solvent approx. 6.24 lbs./gal.
FLASHPOINT: (T.C.C.)
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VR-500 101 F (38 C)
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S-240 Solvent 101 F (38 C)
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S-440 Solvent 62 F (17 C)
PHYSICAL DATA: (depends on color)
Solids by wt: approx. 59% (Finish)
Solids by vol: approx. 46% (Finish)
Solids by wt: approx. 67% (Primer)
Solids by vol: approx.48%(Primer)
Pot Life: N/A
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Shelf Life: 2 years @ 70 F (21 C)
VISCOSITY: (depends on color)
Finish: 56-96 K.U. (Krebs Units)
Primer: 88-98 K.U. (Krebs Units)
TEMPERATURE LIMITATIONS:
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Heresite VR-500 Series accepts dry heat temperatures up to 150 F (66 C)
COLORS:
VR-500--Clear
VR-502--Black
VR-504--Brown, semi-gloss
VR-506--Gray
VR-507--Aluminum
VR-508--Ivory
VR-509--Machinery Gray, semi-gloss
VR-514--Brown, matte
VR-523--Red
VR-547--Yellow
VR-549--Green
VR-554--Dark Brown
VR-579--Maroon
COVERAGE: Theoretical Coverage -- 737 sq. ft. per gal. at 1 mil. Recommended dry film thickness is 4.0 to 6.0 mils in 2 to 3 coat system. (At
5 mils DFT average coverage would be 118 sq. ft. per gal. This includes a 20% loss factor.)
SURFACE PREPARATION: Remove all oil or grease from the surface with an appropriate solvent, such as Heresite S-330.
STEEL:
NON-IMMERSION: A commercial blast is recommended in accordance with NACE #3 or SSPC-SP-6-63 specifications
SURFACE PROFILE OR ANCHOR PATTERN SHALL BE 20 TO 25% OF THE RECOMMENDED DRY FILM
THICKNESS.
CONCRETE: REMOVE PROTRUSIONS BY STONING, SANDING OR GRINDING. CONCRETE MUST BE CURED AT
LEAST 28 DAYS AT 70ºF(21°C) AND 50% RELATIVE HUMIDITY.
NON-IMMERSION: Surfaces must be acid-etched or abrasive blasted to remove laitance.
PRIMER: While VR-500 Series are self-priming on steel, four primers are available.
VR-502P, VR-504P, and VR-506P are inhibitive primers to be used for maximum corrosion resistance.
VR0508P is a primer for use in food service areas, on concrete or porous surfaces
On concrete or porous surfaces two (2) coats of primer with two (2) coats of finish are recommended. The first coat shall be thinned one (1)
part primer to one (1) part S-240 Solvent.
THINNER: Recommend use of S-440 Solvent for spray application and S-240 Solvent for brush or roller applications
THINNING: THE TYPE AND AMOUNT OF THINNER REQUIRED IS DEPENDENT UPON TEMPERATURE,
VENTILATION, HUMIDITY, SPRAY EQUIPMENT USED, AND DESIRED FILM THICKNESS.
SPRAY: All Heresite VR-500 Series coatings are normally diluted. VR-514 is normally diluted five (5) parts coating to one (1) part S-
440 Solvent. Other VR-500 Series coatings are normally diluted four(4) parts coating to one (1) part S-440 Solvent.
BRUSH OR ROLLER: (non-porous surfaces)Heresite R-500 Series coatings may be applied without dilution. If desired a small
amount of S-240 Solvent may be used.
APPLICATION:
1. Do not apply if temperature is less than 5°F (2°C) above dew point, or if temperature is below 45°F(7°C).
2. All spray equipment shall be thoroughly cleaned and the hoses in particular shall be free of old paint film and other contaminants.
3. Use standard production type spray guns, such as:
Guns Fluid Air
DeVilbiss JGA-502 E 704
Binks #62 66-SS 66-SS
Graco P800 04 02
May also be applied with airless spray equipment.
4. Air supply shall be uncontaminated. Adjust air pressure to approximately 50lbs. at the gun and provide 14-20# pot pressure. Adjust
spray gun by first opening liquid valve and then adjust air valve to give approximately an 8" to 12" fan, holding gun perpendicular to
the surface at a distance of 12".
5. Apply a mist bonding pass.
6. Allow to flash off for several minutes, but not long enough to allow film to completely dry.
7. Apply 2 to 4 criss-cross multi-passes maintaining a wet appearing film. Approximately 2 to 4 mils wet film thickness equals
approximately 1.5 mils dry film thickness.
8. Air dry, with ventilation.
CURING SCHEDULE:
AIR DRY SCHEDULE:
6-8 hours per coat @ 70°F(21°C).
FORCE CURE SCHEDULE:
20 minutes per coat @ 250°F(121°C).
CLEAN UP:
Use Heresite S-440 Solvent
STORAGE CONDITIONS:
Coating should not be stored longer than 24 months. Storage at above 80°F(27°C) may shorten shelf life.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
These instructions are not intended to show product recommendations for specific service. They are issued as an aid in determining correct surface
preparation mixing instructions, and application procedure. It is assumed that the proper product recommendations have been made. These instructions
should be followed closely to obtain the maximum service from the materials.
CAUTION: CONTAINS FLAMMABLE SOLVENTS. KEEP AWAY FROM SPARKS AND OPEN FLAMES. IN CONFINED AREAS WORKMEN MUST WEAR FRESH AIR
LINE RESPIRATORS. HYPERSENSITIVE PERSONS SHOULD WEAR GLOVES OR USE PROTECTIVE CREAM. ALL ELECTRIC EQUIPMENT AND INSTALLATIONS
SHOULD BE MADE AND GROUNDED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE. IN AREAS WHERE EXPLOSION HAZARDS EXIST,
WORKMEN SHOULD BE REQUIRED TO USE NONFERROUS TOOLS AND TO WEAR CONDUCTIVE AND NON SPARKING SHOES.
To the best of our knowledge the technical data contained herein are true and accurate at the date of issuance and are subject to change without prior notice.
No guarantee of accuracy is given or implied. We guarantee our products to confirm to strict quality control. We assume no responsibility for coverage,
performance or injuries resulting from use. Liability, if any, is limited to replacement of products. Prices are subject to change without prior notice. NO OTHER
WARRANTY OR GUARANTEE OF ANY KIND IS MADE BY THE SELLER, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, STATUTORY, BY OPERATION OR LAW, OR OTHERWISE,
INCLUDING MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
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