NOVOL NOVAKRYL 540 2K Acrylic Clearcoat 2+1 Set (1.5liter)
NOVOL NOVAKRYL 540 2K Acrylic Clearcoat 2+1 Fast Drying SR Scratch Resistant is a high-scratch-resistance, fast-curing acrylic clearcoat. It is ideal for spot repairs and fast automotive refinishing work, providing good flowability, long-lasting gloss, high final hardness, and UV- and weather-resistant protection.
NOVOL NOVAKRYL 540 2K Acrylic Clearcoat 2+1 Fast Drying SR Scratch Resistant
NOVOL NOVAKRYL 540 is a two-component acrylic clearcoat with increased scratch resistance (SR) and short curing time. It is recommended for fast repairs and spot repairs where quick workflow, high final hardness and long-lasting gloss are important.
The product reaches operational hardness in approx. 20 minutes at 60°C, or in approx. 8 hours at 20°C. The coating retains its gloss over time and provides resistance to UV radiation and weathering.
NOVAKRYL 540 offers good flowability and easy application. It can be applied in 2–3 coats and is compatible with most solvent-based and water-based basecoats available on the market.
Main benefits
- Two-component acrylic clearcoat with 2+1 mixing ratio
- Increased scratch resistance, SR coating
- Very short curing time
- Ideal for fast repairs and spot repairs
- Operational hardness after 20 minutes at 60°C or approx. 8 hours at 20°C
- Good flowability and easy application in 2–3 coats
- High final hardness
- Does not lose gloss over time
- Forms a UV- and weather-resistant coating
- Compatible with most solvent-based and water-based basecoats
Product information
| Product type | Two-component acrylic clearcoat |
| Main property | Increased scratch resistance, SR |
| Mixing ratio | 2 : 1 + 20% THIN 850 |
| Hardener | H 5140 NOVAKRYL 540 acrylic clearcoat hardener |
| Thinner | THIN 850 acrylic thinner – Fast, Standard or Slow |
| Viscosity | 16–18 s DIN 4 / 20°C |
| VOC content | 620 g/l in ready-to-use mixture |
| Application conditions | Above 15°C and up to 80% humidity |
| Number of coats | 2–3 coats |
| Dry film thickness per coat | 20–25 µm |
| Coverage | Approx. 7.2 m²/l at 50 µm dry film thickness |
| Pot life | Approx. 30 minutes at 20°C |
| Flash-off between coats | 3–5 minutes at 20°C |
| Dust-dry | 15 minutes at 20°C or 5 minutes at 60°C |
| Touch-dry | 2 hours at 20°C or 7 minutes at 60°C |
| Operational hardness | 8 hours at 20°C or 20 minutes at 60°C |
| Final hardness | 5 days at 20°C, or 20 minutes at 60°C + 3 days at 20°C |
| IR drying | 10–25 minutes, depending on lamp type and power |
| Shelf life | NOVAKRYL 540: 24 months / 20°C |
Suitable substrates
NOVAKRYL 540 is compatible with most solvent-based and water-based basecoats available on the market.
- Solvent-based basecoats
- Water-based basecoats
- Properly prepared repaired refinishing surfaces
- Spot repairs and partial repairs
Mixing ratio
| Component | Volume ratio | Weight ratio |
|---|---|---|
| NOVAKRYL 540 | 2 | 100 |
| H 5140 hardener | 1 | 49 |
| THIN 850 | 20% | 18 |
The thinner quantity must always be calculated based on the amount of clearcoat. Accurate component dosing is required to achieve the correct coating parameters.
Application
| Conventional gravity-feed spray gun | Nozzle: 1.3–1.4 mm, pressure: 3–4 bar, distance: 15–20 cm |
| HVLP / low-pressure gravity-feed spray gun | Nozzle: 1.2–1.3 mm, pressure: 2 bar, distance: 10–15 cm |
| Number of coats | 2–3 coats |
| Dry film thickness per coat | 20–25 µm |
| Flash-off between coats | 3–5 minutes at 20°C |
THIN 850 thinner selection
| Surface / repair | 15–20°C | 20–25°C | 25–35°C |
|---|---|---|---|
| Small repair, 1–2 panels, spot repair | THIN 850 Fast | THIN 850 Standard | THIN 850 Slow |
| Medium repair, 3 panels | THIN 850 Standard / Fast | THIN 850 Standard / Slow | – |
Drying and curing
| Stage | 20°C | 60°C |
|---|---|---|
| Dust-dry | 15 minutes | 5 minutes |
| Touch-dry | 2 hours | 7 minutes |
| Operational hardness | 8 hours | 20 minutes |
| Final hardness | 5 days | 20 minutes + 3 days at 20°C |
Drying times refer to the temperature of the specific panel. Drying with fast hardener at elevated temperature may reduce gloss and may require polishing.
IR drying
- IR drying time: 10–25 minutes, depending on lamp type and power.
- Infrared heating may be started no earlier than 10 minutes after the final coat has been applied.
- Always follow the equipment manufacturer’s recommendations.
Related products
- NOVOL H 5140 NOVAKRYL 540 acrylic clearcoat hardener
- NOVOL THIN 850 acrylic thinner – Fast, Standard or Slow
- NOVOL PLUS 770 flexibilising additive
- NOVOL PLUS 750 acrylic accelerator additive
- NOVOL PLUS 760 antisilicone additive
- NOVOL THIN 890 fade-out thinner
Storage and cleaning
- Store the product in a cool, dry room.
- Keep away from sources of fire and heat.
- Protect from direct sunlight.
- Use THIN 850 acrylic thinner or NC solvent for cleaning tools.
- NOVAKRYL 540 shelf life is 24 months at 20°C.
- H 5140 hardener shelf life is 18 months at 20°C.
- THIN 850 thinner shelf life is 24 months at 20°C.
Important information
- NOVAKRYL 540 clearcoat must be used with H 5140 hardener.
- Fast hardener must not be used together with PLUS 750 acrylic accelerator additive.
- Accurate component dosing is required to achieve the correct coating parameters.
- When using fast hardener and drying at elevated temperature, coating gloss may be reduced and polishing may become necessary.
- IR heating may be started no earlier than 10 minutes after the final coat has been applied.
- A test application on the specific surface is recommended before use.
- The safety data sheet and workplace safety regulations must be followed.
Data sheet
- Application
- Fast clear
- Size
- 1.5 liter
- Properties
- Sett