Series 1096
Endura-Shield
Generic Type
Aliphatic Acrylic Polyurethane
Common Usage
A user friendly, low VOC, aliphatic polyurethane coating that provides excellent color and gloss retention for exterior applications to steel, concrete and other substrates in commercial, industrial, and marine environments. Can be applied by brush, roller or spray. Direct-to-Metal capability allows for a labor-saving, high-build, single coat application.
Special Qualifications
Series 1096 meets the requirements of LEED-Low-Emitting Materials, Collaborative for High-Performance Schools-Paints & Coatings, WELL Building Standard-VOC Restrictions, and Living Building Challenge–Healthy Interior Performance. Contact your Tnemec representative for more information.
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Colors
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This product is available in 506 colors.
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Theoretical Coverage
978 mil sq ft/gal (24.0 m²/L at 25 microns). See APPLICATION for coverage rates. †
Number of Components
Two: Part A and Part B
Recommended DFT
Topcoat Service: 2.0 to 5.0 mils (51 to 127 microns) per coat.
Direct-to-Metal; over Zinc or MIO-Zinc: 3.0 to 6.0 mils (76 to 154 microns)
Note: Number of coats and thickness requirements will vary with substrate, application method and exposure. For DTM or applications over zinc or MIO-zinc, consult the latest version of Tnemec Technical Bulletin 13-100 or contact your Tnemec representative.
Primers
Steel: Self-priming or Series 1, 27, 66, L69, L69F, N69, N69F, V69, V69F, 90-75, 90-97, 90G-1K97, 91-H₂O, 94-H₂O, 98-H₂O, 118, 132, 133, 135, 138, L140, L140F, N140, N140F, 141, 161, 394, 1220, 1224
Galvanized Steel & Non-Ferrous Metal: Series 66, L69, N69, V69, 1224. Note: For special galvanized surface preparation instructions, consult the latest version of Tnemec Technical Bulletin 10-78.
Concrete: Series 66, L69, L69F, N69, N69F, V69, V69F, L140, L140F, N140, N140F, 141, 161, 1224, 1254
CMU: Series 1254
Note: The following maximum recoat times apply; Series 141, 7 days; Series L69F, N69F, V69F, L140F, or N140F, 14 days; Series L69, N69, V69, L140, or N140, 21 days; Series 1, 27, 66, 118, 135, 161, 1254, 30 days; Series 132, 133, 138; 90 days, Series 394, 1220, 1224, 12 months. Series 90-75, 90-97, 90G-1K97, 91-H₂O, 94-H₂O, 98-H₂O, unlimited. Contact your Tnemec representative for specific recommendations.
HAPS
Unthinned: 0.01 lbs/gal solids
Thinned 15% (No. 10 Thinner): 0.04 lbs/gal solids
Thinned 15% (No. 46 Thinner): 0.10 lbs/gal solids
Curing Time
| Temperature | To Touch | To Handle | To Recoat |
|---|---|---|---|
| 75°F (24°C) | 1-2 hours | 9 hours | 10-12 hours |
To resist moisture: 8 hours. Curing time varies with surface temperature, air movement, humidity and film thickness. Note: For faster cure in temperatures down to 35°F (2°C), add No. 44-456 Urethane Accelerator, see separate product data sheet for cure information. Note: The use of Series 44-456 accelerator is not recommended when temperatures exceed 75°F (24°C).
Volume Solids
61.0 ± 2.0% (mixed) †
Finish
Eggshell
Volatile Organic Compounds
Unthinned: 0.72 lbs/gallon (86 grams/litre) (TBAc exempt)
Unthinned: 2.15 lbs/gallon (257 grams/litre)
Thinned 15% (No. 10 Thinner): 1.99 lbs/gallon (239 grams/litre) (TBAc exempt)
Thinned 15% (No. 10 Thinner): 2.98 lbs/gallon (357 grams/litre)
Thinned 15% (No. 46 Thinner): 0.80 lbs/gallon (96 grams/litre) (TBAc exempt)
Thinned 15% (No. 46 Thinner): 2.20 lbs/gallon (263 grams/litre)
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