TOPCOAT SOLUTIONS
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At TCI Coatings, we specialize in creating premium chemical topcoat solutions designed to preserve and enhance the durability of various metal substrates. Our topcoat products are engineered to provide exceptional resistance to weather damage and optimized drying times, ensuring your projects remain protected and efficient.
Whether you need fast-drying topcoats for quick application or robust solutions to withstand harsh environmental conditions, TCI Coatings has the perfect product to meet your specific requirements.
TOPCOAT WEATHERABILITY SOLUTIONS
At TCI Coating, we specialize in topcoat solutions that emphasize superior weatherability.
Our Tuffy Regular Dry product line is renowned for its flexibility and affordability, making it an all-purpose maintenance coating that can be brushed, rolled, or sprayed. For faster drying times, our Tuffy Fast Dry and Alkyd Acrylic products are ideal for spraying and production-line applications.
To enhance hardness and chemical resistance, we offer GH-003 and GH-001 Gloss Hardeners, with GH-003 pre-packaged for convenience and GH-001 best diluted with Xylene. While epoxies may not retain their gloss in exterior applications, they provide long-lasting protection.
Weatherability protection is particularly beneficial for metal applications as it ensures that the coatings can withstand harsh environmental conditions, including UV exposure, moisture, and temperature fluctuations. This protection prevents corrosion, rust, and degradation, significantly extending the lifespan of metal structures and surfaces. By maintaining the integrity and appearance of the metal, weather-resistant coatings reduce maintenance costs and the frequency of reapplications. This durability is crucial in both industrial and commercial settings, where metals are often exposed to demanding conditions.
Experience the durability and versatility of TCI Coating’s topcoat solutions designed to withstand the elements.
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BEST WEATHERABILITY TOPCOAT OPTION - Urethanes
Tecthane III which can be used on these surfaces:
DTM: Performs well on clean metal.
Iron/Steel: Severe Environments: TS-140 Epoxy Primer (thin film), E-6002 Epoxy Primer (high-build film), E-8001 Epoxy Primer (best chemical resistance)
Wood: This product is self-priming, apply 2 coats
Aluminum/Galvanized: TS-140, E-6002 or E-8001
Masonry: E-6002 or E-8001
Fiberglass: This product is self-priming; apply 2 coats or TS-140
Tecthane III is a two-component modified-acrylic urethane enamel having unsurpassed gloss and color retention. The hard slick Tecthane III film is very resistant to dirt, stains, acids, alkalis, solvents, and petroleum fuels. Provides “wet look” depth of gloss with no clear coat and faster handle times than other high depth urethanes.
Designed for use in the transportation, chemical processing, oil field, marine, bridge, steel tank and miscellaneous equipment industries. An excellent topcoat over epoxy coatings where gloss and color retention are paramount. Can be used over properly prepared primed and unprimed metal, masonry, fiberglass, plastic, and wood. Dries quickly with outstanding gloss and has outstanding acid resistance.
BETTER WEATHERABLITY TOPCOAT OPTION #1 - Hydrotec Water Reducible DTM Products
Hydrotec Water Reducible DTM Products.
These fast drying, high gloss, water reducible enamels are V.O.C. compliant and can be applied to poorly prepared substrates with good adhesion. Under moderately humid conditions, they will air dry quickly.
Suitable wherever low odor, high gloss, waterborne enamels are desired. Designed for maintenance and product finishing (OEM) and refinishing operations.
May be applied direct-to-metal as its own primer or if priming is desired, use one of the following primers: Ferrous metal: HT-5110 or HT-5120.
BETTER WEATHERABILITY TOPCOAT OPTION #2 - Tuffy Regular Dry Paired with Primers
Tuffy Regular Dry Topcoats including:
Tuffy R55 Safety Red
Tuffy OR51 Safety Orange
Tuffy Y54LF Safety Yellow
Tuffy G54LF JD Safety Green
Tuffy BL5711 Safety Blue
Tuffy W50 White
Tuffy BR5983 Sandstone
Tuffy Y55 Caterpillar Yellow
Tuffy G0967 Frac Tech Green
Tuffy BL54 Paterson Blue
Tuffy GR419 Machine Tool Grey
Tuffy GR422 Guardian Gray
Tuffy GR53 Battleship Gray
Tuffy G1530 Shale Green
Tuffy B50 Black
Tuffy Paired Primers including:
P-501 Corrosion Resistant Brushable Primer
P-523 Fast Dry Phenolic Zinc Chromate Primer
P-569 High Solids Red Oxide Primer
P-583 High Solids Gray Oxide Primer
TS-140 Epoxy Primer
Tuffy Regular Dry product line stands out as the most versatile and economical maintenance coating available, suitable for application via brushing, rolling, or spraying.
- When combined with Tuffy Primers, the advantages are clear:
The rust-inhibiting formula is ideal for both interior and exterior iron or steel applications, not meant for finish coats, and is devoid of lead pigments and driers. It excels in shop coating or field priming, complying with SSPC Paint #25 standards. - The fast-drying universal primer is perfect for aluminum or steel, offering excellent coverage and best results on clean surfaces, also free from lead and driers. It is highly effective for industrial projects, including finishing and refinishing, and is particularly suitable for wrought iron.
Moreover, the TS140 Tec Seal Epoxy Primer is designed to safeguard steel, galvanized steel, and aluminum substrates. It offers quick drying, easy recoating, and excellent sandability with top-notch corrosion resistance. Ideal for fleet, OEM, or general industrial applications, this primer serves as an optimal undercoat for two-component urethanes, benefiting from an unlimited recoat window for versatile project planning.
GOOD WEATHERABILITY TOPCOAT OPTION #1 - Tuffy Fast Dry Paired with Primers
- BFD1100 Tuffy Fast Dry Gloss Black
- SP810 Tuffy Fast Dry Satin Black
- WFD1100 Tuffy Fast Dry White
Tuffy Paired Primers including:
- P-501 Corrosion Resistant Brushable Primer
- P-523 Fast Dry Phenolic Zinc Chromate Primer
- P-569 High Solids Red Oxide Primer
- P-583 High Solids Gray Oxide Primer
- TS-140 Epoxy Primer
Tuffy Fast Dry and Alkyd Acrylic products are recommended for spraying and production-line applications, offering significantly shorter drying times.
- When used with Tuffy Primers, the benefits include:
A rust-inhibiting formula suitable for interior and exterior iron or steel, not intended as a finish coat and free of lead pigments or driers. It’s perfect for shop coating or field priming, meeting SSPC Paint #25 standards. - A fast-drying universal primer for aluminum or steel with exceptional hiding power, optimized for clean surfaces, and also lead and drier-free. This primer is great for industrial finishing, refinishing, and particularly effective for wrought iron.
Additionally, TS140 Tec Seal Epoxy Primer protects steel, galvanized steel, and aluminum substrates. It features rapid drying, easy recoat, and excellent sandability with superior corrosion resistance. Designed for fleet, OEM, or general industrial use, it’s an excellent undercoat for two-component urethanes, with an unlimited recoat window for flexible scheduling.
GOOD WEATHERABILITY TOPCOAT OPTION #2 - Epoxies
Epoxies including:
LCE1009 Epoxy Primer Base/Gray
LCE1011 Epoxy Primer Base/White
LCE1012 Epoxy Primer Base/Black
TS140 Epoxy Primer Base Grat
LCE1009, LCE1011, and LCE1012 Epoxies are high-performance, semi-gloss epoxy primers engineered to cure at room temperature while providing superior resistance to numerous chemicals and corrosives. These primers feature outstanding adhesion, sag resistance, and corrosion protection. They are ideal for use on airport runways, steel tanks, trailers, and various steel and concrete surfaces. They effectively withstand exposure to petroleum products (including crude oil, sour crude, diesel fuel, and hydraulic fluids), brine, salt solutions, detergents, and lubricants. Additionally, they offer excellent surface preparation for 2K urethane coatings.
Adding to our robust lineup, TS140 Tec Seal Epoxy Primer is a modified epoxy-polyamide primer designed to protect steel, galvanized steel, and aluminum substrates. It dries quickly, can be recoated easily, and offers excellent sandability and corrosion resistance. With an unlimited recoat window, it allows for the priming and storing of parts for later top coating. This primer is ideally suited for fleet, OEM, or general industrial applications and serves as an effective undercoat for two-component urethanes.
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TOPCOAT QUICK DRY TIME SOLUTIONS
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FASTEST DRYING TIME TOPCOAT OPTION - Tuffy Fast Dry Enamels
TUFFY FAST DRY PAIRED WITH PRIMERS BELOW INCLUDING:
- BFD1100 Tuffy Fast Dry Gloss Black
- SP810 Tuffy Fast Dry Satin Black
- WFD1100 Tuffy Fast Dry White
Tuffy Paired Primers including:
- P-501 Corrosion Resistant Brushable Primer
- P-523 Fast Dry Phenolic Zinc Chromate Primer
- P-569 High Solids Red Oxide Primer
- P-583 High Solids Gray Oxide Primer
- TS-140 Epoxy Primer
Tuffy Fast Dry and Alkyd Acrylic products are recommended for spraying and production-line applications, offering significantly shorter drying times.
- When used with Tuffy Primers, the benefits include:
A rust-inhibiting formula suitable for interior and exterior iron or steel, not intended as a finish coat and free of lead pigments or driers. It’s perfect for shop coating or field priming, meeting SSPC Paint #25 standards. - A fast-drying universal primer for aluminum or steel with exceptional hiding power, optimized for clean surfaces, and also lead and drier-free. This primer is great for industrial finishing, refinishing, and particularly effective for wrought iron.
Additionally, TS140 Tec Seal Epoxy Primer protects steel, galvanized steel, and aluminum substrates. It features rapid drying, easy recoat, and excellent sandability with superior corrosion resistance. Designed for fleet, OEM, or general industrial use, it’s an excellent undercoat for two-component urethanes, with an unlimited recoat window for flexible scheduling.
FASTER DRYING TIME TOPCOAT OPTION #1 - Urethanes
Tecthane III which can be used on these surfaces:
DTM: Performs well on clean metal.
Iron/Steel: Severe Environments: TS-140 Epoxy Primer (thin film), E-6002 Epoxy Primer (high-build film), E-8001 Epoxy Primer (best chemical resistance)
Wood: This product is self-priming, apply 2 coats
Aluminum/Galvanized: TS-140, E-6002 or E-8001
Masonry: E-6002 or E-8001
Fiberglass: This product is self-priming; apply 2 coats or TS-140
Tecthane III is a two-component modified-acrylic urethane enamel having unsurpassed gloss and color retention. The hard slick Tecthane III film is very resistant to dirt, stains, acids, alkalis, solvents, and petroleum fuels. Provides “wet look” depth of gloss with no clear coat and faster handle times than other high depth urethanes.
Designed for use in the transportation, chemical processing, oil field, marine, bridge, steel tank and miscellaneous equipment industries. An excellent topcoat over epoxy coatings where gloss and color retention are paramount. Can be used over properly prepared primed and unprimed metal, masonry, fiberglass, plastic, and wood. Dries quickly with outstanding gloss and has outstanding acid resistance.
FASTER DRYING TIME TOPCOAT OPTION #2 - Epoxies
Epoxies including:
LCE1009 Epoxy Primer Base/Gray
LCE1011 Epoxy Primer Base/White
LCE1012 Epoxy Primer Base/Black
TS140 Epoxy Primer Base Grat
LCE1009, LCE1011, and LCE1012 Epoxies are high-performance, semi-gloss epoxy primers engineered to cure at room temperature while providing superior resistance to numerous chemicals and corrosives. These primers feature outstanding adhesion, sag resistance, and corrosion protection. They are ideal for use on airport runways, steel tanks, trailers, and various steel and concrete surfaces. They effectively withstand exposure to petroleum products (including crude oil, sour crude, diesel fuel, and hydraulic fluids), brine, salt solutions, detergents, and lubricants. Additionally, they offer excellent surface preparation for 2K urethane coatings.
Adding to our robust lineup, TS140 Tec Seal Epoxy Primer is a modified epoxy-polyamide primer designed to protect steel, galvanized steel, and aluminum substrates. It dries quickly, can be recoated easily, and offers excellent sandability and corrosion resistance. With an unlimited recoat window, it allows for the priming and storing of parts for later top coating. This primer is ideally suited for fleet, OEM, or general industrial applications and serves as an effective undercoat for two-component urethanes.
FAST DRYING TIME TOPCOAT OPTION #1 - Hydrotec Water Reducible DTM Products
Hydrotec Water Reducible DTM Products.
These fast drying, high gloss, water reducible enamels are V.O.C. compliant and can be applied to poorly prepared substrates with good adhesion. Under moderately humid conditions, they will air dry quickly.
Suitable wherever low odor, high gloss, waterborne enamels are desired. Designed for maintenance and product finishing (OEM) and refinishing operations.
May be applied direct-to-metal as its own primer or if priming is desired, use one of the following primers: Ferrous metal: HT-5110 or HT-5120.
FAST DRYING TIME TOPCOAT OPTION #2 - Tuffy Regular Dry
Tuffy Regular Dry Topcoats including:
Tuffy R55 Safety Red
Tuffy OR51 Safety Orange
Tuffy Y54LF Safety Yellow
Tuffy G54LF JD Safety Green
Tuffy BL5711 Safety Blue
Tuffy W50 White
Tuffy BR5983 Sandstone
Tuffy Y55 Caterpillar Yellow
Tuffy G0967 Frac Tech Green
Tuffy BL54 Paterson Blue
Tuffy GR419 Machine Tool Grey
Tuffy GR422 Guardian Gray
Tuffy GR53 Battleship Gray
Tuffy G1530 Shale Green
Tuffy B50 Black
Tuffy Paired Primers including:
P-501 Corrosion Resistant Brushable Primer
P-523 Fast Dry Phenolic Zinc Chromate Primer
P-569 High Solids Red Oxide Primer
P-583 High Solids Gray Oxide Primer
TS-140 Epoxy Primer
Tuffy Regular Dry product line stands out as the most versatile and economical maintenance coating available, suitable for application via brushing, rolling, or spraying.
- When combined with Tuffy Primers, the advantages are clear:
The rust-inhibiting formula is ideal for both interior and exterior iron or steel applications, not meant for finish coats, and is devoid of lead pigments and driers. It excels in shop coating or field priming, complying with SSPC Paint #25 standards. - The fast-drying universal primer is perfect for aluminum or steel, offering excellent coverage and best results on clean surfaces, also free from lead and driers. It is highly effective for industrial projects, including finishing and refinishing, and is particularly suitable for wrought iron.
Moreover, the TS140 Tec Seal Epoxy Primer is designed to safeguard steel, galvanized steel, and aluminum substrates. It offers quick drying, easy recoating, and excellent sandability with top-notch corrosion resistance. Ideal for fleet, OEM, or general industrial applications, this primer serves as an optimal undercoat for two-component urethanes, benefiting from an unlimited recoat window for versatile project planning.
At TCI Coating, we pride ourselves on delivering topcoat solutions that excel in performance, with a primary focus on optimizing dry time.
Our product range is designed to meet various needs, with white, gray, and light colors drying faster than deeper, darker shades.
Our Alkyd Acrylics offer a balance, drying quicker than Tuffy Regular Dry products, yet not as swiftly as our Tuffy Fast Dry line. To ensure the best results, use Mineral Spirits as a reducer for Regular Dry, Xylene for Fast Dry, and either Mineral Spirits or Xylene for Alkyd Acrylics.
Faster drying times are particularly beneficial for metal applications as they significantly reduce project downtime, allowing for quicker handling and further processing. This efficiency is crucial in production environments where time is money, leading to increased throughput and reduced labor costs. Additionally, fast-drying topcoats minimize the risk of contamination and defects that can occur when wet surfaces are exposed to dust and debris. By accelerating the drying process, TCI Coating’s topcoat solutions ensure a smoother, more durable finish, enhancing the overall quality and longevity of metal applications.
Discover the efficiency and reliability of TCI Coating’s topcoat solutions, where every application meets professional standards.
FREQUENTLY ASKED TOPCOAT QUESTIONS
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What benefits do TCI Coatings' topcoat solutions offer?
Our topcoat solutions provide exceptional weather resistance and fast drying times, ensuring your metal substrates remain protected from harsh environmental conditions while allowing for quicker project completion.
How do your topcoats protect against weather damage?
TCI Coatings’ topcoats are formulated with advanced polymers and resins that create a durable barrier against UV rays, moisture, and temperature fluctuations. This helps prevent rust, fading, and other weather-related damage.
What is the typical drying time for your fast-drying topcoats?
Can your topcoats be applied over any type of primer?
Yes, our topcoats are designed to be compatible with a variety of primers, including our corrosion-resistant and fast-drying primer solutions. This ensures a cohesive and durable finish for your metal substrates.
Are your topcoats suitable for both indoor and outdoor use?
Yes, TCI Coatings’ topcoats are formulated to provide excellent protection in both indoor and outdoor environments. Their weather-resistant properties make them ideal for exterior applications, while their durability ensures long-lasting performance indoors.
Are TCI Coatings' products environmentally friendly?
TCI Coatings is committed to sustainability and offers environmentally friendly options that meet regulatory standards. Our coatings are designed to provide high performance while minimizing environmental impact.
How do I choose the right coating for my specific needs?
Our team of experts at TCI Coatings can help you select the appropriate product based on your specific requirements, such as the type of metal substrate, environmental conditions, and desired finish. We provide personalized recommendations to ensure optimal performance.
How can I apply TCI Coatings' products?
Our coatings can be applied using various methods, including spraying, brushing, or rolling. Detailed application instructions are provided with each product to ensure proper use and maximum effectiveness.
What kind of support does TCI Coatings offer after purchase?
We offer comprehensive support, including technical assistance, troubleshooting, and maintenance advice. Our team is always available to help you get the most out of our coatings and ensure they meet your expectations.