Description
TECTYL® 6430 is a premium, water-based black asphalt emulsion undercoating and corrosion preventive compound meticulously engineered to provide advanced protection for ferrous and non-ferrous metals. Designed to meet the rigorous performance standards of Federal Specification TT-C-520B, this innovative coating offers comprehensive corrosion protection, noise reduction, and sound dampening for vehicles, trailers, and industrial components.
Properties
- Liquid Appearance: Black
- Dry Film Color: Black
- Film Type: Firm, Matte Textured
- Non-Volatiles by Weight: 52%
- Non-Volatiles by Volume: 52%
- Specific Gravity: 0.993
- Weight per Gallon: 8.27
- Viscosity: 50,000 – 85,000 cPs Brookfield RV Spindle #6 @ 10 rpm
- V.O.C. (lbs/gal minus water): 0.17
- Flash Point: None (Water-Based)
- High Temperature Flow: >350°F
Key Features
- Environmental and Safety Advantages
- Water-based formulation
- Extremely low VOC (0.17 lbs. per gallon)
- Completely non-flammable
- Environmentally friendly solution
- Advanced Performance Characteristics
- Exceptional corrosion protection
- Superior noise and vibration reduction
- High-temperature resistance (up to 350°F)
- Excellent adhesion to metallic and painted surfaces
- Protective Film Properties
- Resilient, abrasion-resistant coating
- Black matte textured finish
- Long-term protective capabilities
Performance Specifications
- Wet Film Thickness: 16 – 20 mils
- Dry Film Thickness (DFT): 8 – 10 mils
- Coverage: 80 – 100 sq.ft/gallon
- Dry Time to Touch: 60 – 90 minutes
- Full Cure Time: 16 – 24 hours
- Protection Duration:
- Outdoor Protection: Up to 3 years
- Indoor Protection: 5+ years
Ideal Applications
- Automotive Undercoating
- Automobiles
- Transportation equipment
- Industrial trailers
- Chassis frames
- School buses (OEM coating)
- Specialized Industrial Uses
- Corrosion prevention
- Sound dampening
- High-temperature component protection
- Modular home chassis protection
Performance Characteristics
- 5% Salt Spray Resistance (ASTM B-117): 1,000 hours
- 100% Relative Humidity Resistance (ASTM D-1748): 2,000 hours
- Weathering Resistance: 300 hours
- Meets Federal Specification TT-C-520B
Application Guidelines
Equipment Recommendations
- Pump Specifications:
- Minimum 30:1 airless pump ratio
- Delivery pressure: 80-120 psi
- Recommended for high-viscosity asphalt compound
- Spray Equipment:
- Airless spray guns
- Tip Size: 0.017 to 0.025 reverse-a-clean tip
- Fluid Hose: Minimum 3/8″ diameter (up to 50 ft)
Application Conditions
- Temperature Range:
- Application: 50°F to 95°F
- Storage: 40°F to 100°F
- Caution:
- Do not expose to freezing conditions
- Ensure proper film formation
Substrate Compatibility
- Ferrous metals
- Non-ferrous metals
- Painted surfaces
- Primed surfaces
Removal and Cleanup
- Removal Methods:
- Mineral spirits
- Citrus-based cleaners
Storage and Handling
- Store above 40°F and below 100°F
- Protect from freezing
- Refer to Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for detailed handling instructions
Benefits Summary
- Cost-effective corrosion protection
- Exceptional noise and vibration reduction
- High-temperature performance
- Environmentally conscious formulation
- Versatile application across multiple industries