TECHNICAL DATA SHEET

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BASECOAT SB SOLID, METALLIC AND THREE-STEP COLORS

DESCRIPTION: Basecoat SB is the color for the Lesonal™ two-stage paint system. It provides color
accuracy and ease of application. Basecoat SB is easily blended to provide the
“invisible repair.” When used with the Lesonal™ clearcoat system a glossy and
durable surface is achieved.

PRODUCTS & ADDITIVES:

PRODUCTS: —Basecoat SB Solid
—Basecoat SB Metallic and Pearl Colors

REDUCERS: —Lesonal Reducer Extra Fast: for spot and panel repairs.
Temperature range: 50°F–60°F (10°C–16°C).
—Lesonal Reducer Fast: for spot and panel repairs.
Temperature range: 60°F–70°F (16°C–20°C).
—Lesonal Reducer Medium: for panel repairs and large areas.
Temperature range: 70°F–80°F (20°C–27°C).
—Lesonal Reducer Slow: for larger areas and complete paint jobs.
Temperature range: 80°F–90°F (27°C–32°C).
—Lesonal Reducer Extra Slow: a specially developed reducer, which can be used in
extremely hot temperatures. Temperature range: above 90°F (32°C).

ADDITIVES: —Lesonal Clear Hardener, Lesonal LV Clear Hardener or LV Clear Hardener Fast:
hardeners that can be used to extend clearcoat time of Basecoat SB solid colors.
See further information in this TDS under “Drying Times”.
Note: Any one of these hardeners may also be used under extreme circumstances,
while spraying soft “foam” spoilers. Then it is necessary to add 10% hardener to
Basecoat SB, before continuing to add Lesonal Reducer.
Note: Lesonal Flex Additive is not needed in Basecoat SB.
—Lesonal Basecoat SB Blending Additive: a special blending additive that may be
used while making spot repairs or fading out Basecoat SB. For more information
please see the TDS on Lesonal Basecoat SB Blending Additive.

CLEARCOATS: Lesonal has a selection of clearcoats for application over Basecoat SB. The selection
is based on many considerations, including environment, VOC regulations and size
of repair.

BASIC RAW
MATERIALS: Basecoat SB: physically drying binders.
Lesonal Reducers: special solvent blends.
Hardeners: polyisocyanate resin.
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BASECOAT SB SOLID, METALLIC AND THREE-STEP COLORS

APPLICATION:

Contains acrylic resins

and other ingredients. 2–5 minutes at 70°F (20°C)

1. 5.

(Metallic Orientation Coat if necessary)

2:1 1–2x1
Basecoat SB Solid/Metallic HVLP–Gravity
Lesonal Reducer 1.3–1.5 mm
HVLP–Siphon
2. 6. 1.8–2.2 mm
Max 10 psi (0.8 bar)

Use the Lesonal Measuring

Stick #4. 15–20 minutes at 70°F (20°C)

3. 7.

3x1
HVLP–Gravity
0.051"–0.059" (1.3–1.5 mm) Apply Clear
HVLP–Siphon
4. 0.071"–0.087" (1.8–2.2 mm) 8.
Max 10 psi (0.8 bar)

SUITABLE
SURFACES: Basecoat SB can be applied directly over:
—OEM 2-step solid and metallic systems and over existing finishes; degreased and
sanded with 3M #P500 to #P600 grit paper dry or 3M #P600 to #P800 grit wet, but
not over thermoplastic acrylic lacquers. In that case, the entire panel of lacquer
must be sealed with a compliant Lesonal undercoat system.
—Any Lesonal preparatory product that is compliant for local regulations.
SURFACE
PREPARATION: —All products that are to be sanded, you may have to initial sand but final sanding
with 3M #P500 to #P600 grit paper dry or 3M #P600 to #P800 grit wet is
recommended.
—Wet-on-wet products, please follow recommendation for product in use by
consulting the relevant Technical Data Sheet.
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MIXING RATIO: Basecoat SB solid or metallic colors are mixed as follows:

2 parts by volume of Basecoat SB Color with
1 part by volume of Lesonal Reducer
For easy and accurate mixing, use the Lesonal Measuring Stick #4.
For example: pour Basecoat SB to the #1 in the first column and then pour Lesonal
Reducer to the #1 in the second column
NOTE: As an option when fading out or applying in cold/poor airflow environments,
Basecoat SB may be over-reduced with an additional 10% of Lesonal Reducer. This
will aid in easier application and faster flash times. Use the centimeter side of the
Lesonal measuring stick for over-reduction.
SPRAYING
VISCOSITY: The proper spraying viscosity is achieved by using the recommended mixing ratio.
Basecoat SB Solid or Metallic Color: 14–16 sec. DIN cup #4 at 70°F (20°C).

POT LIFE: Basecoat SB Solid or Metallic Color: 6 months

Basecoat SB Pearl colors (three stage): 24 hours
SPRAY GUN
& PRESSURE:
Spraying
Fluid Tip Pressure
Siphon Feed 0.055”–0.063” 40–50 psi
(1.4–1.6 mm) (3–4 bar)
Gravity Feed 0.051"–0.059" 40–50 psi
(1.3–1.5 mm) (3–4 bar)
HVLP Siphon 0.071"–0.087" max 10 psi
(1.8–2.2 mm) (max 0.8 bar)
HVLP Gravity 0.051"–0.059" max 10 psi
(1.3–1.5 mm) (max 0.8 bar)

APPLICATION
OF BASECOAT SB
SOLID: Spray 3 single coats; allow approximately 2–5 minutes flash-off between each coat.
Primed areas and over areas where extra coverage is required, first apply a single
thin coat.
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APPLICATION
OF BASECOAT SB
METALLIC: Spray 3 single coats, at 4–6 inches from the panel allow approximately 2–5 minutes
flash off between each coat. If necessary even out the metallic pattern with a
metallic orientation coat after the third coat has flashed off completely. This is
achieved by pulling the gun an additional two to four inches from the panel and
applying a lighter orientation coat (drop coat). Do not make this coat too wet. With
HVLP equipment, it is not necessary to lower the pressure, although this may be
done in order to control the color.

APPLICATION OF
3-STEP PEARL: Basecoat SB Solid Color (foundation coat): Spray 3 single coats, allowing
approximately 2–5 minutes flash-off between each coat. Over primed areas and
areas where extra coverage is required, apply first a single thin coat. Allow the
foundation coat to dry for 15–20 minutes.
Basecoat SB Pearl Color: Spray three to four even thin coats, allowing 2–5 minutes
flash-off between coats. Do not lower the air pressure for the final coat.

APPLICATION OF
3-STEP METALLIC: Basecoat SB Metallic (foundation color): Mix as any metallic color; 2 parts by volume
of Metallic foundation color with 1 part by volume of Lesonal Reducer. Spray 2–3
single coats (until covered), allowing 2–5 minutes flash-off between coats. If
necessary, even out the metallic pattern by spraying an additional lighter orientation
coat (drop coat).
Mid-Coat Color: Mix the transparent mid-coat color; 2 parts by volume of Basecoat
SB color with 1 part by volume of Lesonal Reducer. Spray 3–4 single wet coats,
allowing a flash-off time of 5 to 10 minutes between coats.

DRYING TIME: Allow Basecoat SB to dry for 15 to 20 minutes at 70°F (20°C) before applying the
clearcoat. The maximum time Basecoat SB may be left before clear:
Basecoat SB Metallic Color: 48 hours
Basecoat SB Solid Color: 5 hours
To extend the re-coat time of solid colors to 48 hours, mix Basecoat SB as follows:
add 10% Lesonal Clear Hardener, Lesonal LV Clear Hardener prior to the addition of
Lesonal Reducer.

FILM
THICKNESS: Basecoat SB Solid or Metallic: 0.3–0.4 mils per single coat.

COVER RATE: Approximately 150 sq. ft./liter of unmixed paint per single coat.
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TWO-TONE
APPLICATION: Basecoat SB Solid or Metallic can be taped off with fine line masking tape after 20
minutes flash-off at 70°F (20°C) and a second color of Basecoat SB can then be
applied.

SECOND REPAIR: If, during the application of Basecoat SB Solid or Metallic color, some damage occurs
such as dust impregnation or perspiration spots, allow the Basecoat SB to flash off
for 20 minutes at 70°F (20°C). Lightly sand the damaged area with 3M #P600 to
#P800 grit paper wet. As there is no clearcoat to protect the base coat at this stage,
care must be taken to clean up all sanding residue. Proceed by making a spot repair
as described in the TDS, "Spot Repairs with Basecoat SB."

WHAT TO DO: In the case of lifting; some substrates are not original and are unknown. Then it is
reasonable to apply 2-3 coats of a sanding primer surfacer, prior to Basecoat SB,
over the whole panel. A pigmented sealer may also be used as a wet-on-wet
process. In blending situations, it is necessary to first apply Lesonal Basefix.
In the case of fisheyes caused by silicones, the best thing to do is spray 2 mist
coats over the contaminated area, then proceed, allowing longer flash off times. If
severe, it may be necessary to allow a dry time of 20-30 minutes, sand and continue
to spray Basecoat SB. Adding anti-silicone to Lesonal SB is not recommended, as
this may lead to a risk of poor adhesion of the clearcoat.

STOCK KEEPING:
AVAILABILITY: Basecoat SB Solid and Metallic is available ready-mixed or can be mixed by means
of the Lesonal Color Mixing System.

COLOR RANGE: See the Lesonal Color Listing or the computerized MIXIT System.

SHELF LIFE: Basecoat SB MM Toners: Four years if stored unopened at room temperature.

SAFETY ASPECTS:
READY TO
SPRAY VOC: Basecoat SB, 2:1 with Lesonal Reducer: 6.6 lb/gal 794 g/liter
Basecoat SB, 2:1 plus additional 10% Lesonal Reducer: 6.7 lb/gal 805 g/liter

NOTICE: Do not handle until the Material Safety Data Sheets have been read and understood.
Regulations require that all employees be trained on Material Safety Data Sheets for
all chemicals with which they come in contact. The manufacturer recommends the
use of an air-supplied respirator when exposed to vapors or spray mist.