National Paints ULB Series is an Ultra Low Bake Powder Coating system. It is available in a variety of colors as per the RAL card, custom-made shades in Sand Texture, Course Texture, Hammer Tones & Metallic Finishes are also available.
NP ULB Series has been designed for use as a powder coating finish on MDF. The product provides an alternative to the liquid coatings, paper foils and vinyl laminates currently used for MDF. It’s extremely durable and is available in a wide range of colors and textures. It’s reclaimable, safe and environmentally friendly. NP ULB Series can also be used on other heat-sensitive substrates using a traditional thermal curing method.
KEY FEATURES:
- Available in a full range of colours, any special colour can be matched as per the customer’s requirement.
- Available in different finishes, fine and heavy texture patterns, and sandy and hammer tone finishes.
- Environmentally friendly coatings compared with conventional liquid paints & varnishes.
- The coat application process is similar to conventional powder application systems.
- Excellent application properties, charging, transfer efficiency, and edge coverage.
- Less sanding is required for MDF products compared with normal paints & varnishes.
- Significant energy, time and space savings.
- Low-temperature cure permits a wide range of wood substrates to be powder-coated.
POWDER PROPERTIES:
- Chemistry : Epoxy/Polyester
- Particle size : Suitable for electrostatic spraying
- Specific gravity : 1.2-1.7 g/cm³ depending on colour
- Curing schedule : 200 ˚C / 10Min & 180 ˚C / 15Min (metal temp.)
- Storage : Dry cool conditions below 30°C
- Shelf life : 6 months
SUBSTRATE:
- Substrate : 18mm Medium Density Fibreboard
- Density : >750gm/cm3
- Moisture : 8-10%
- Preparation : The main side requires very less surface preparation, edges should be sanded or treated to minimize
the out gassing and pin holing. Normally grit paper is recommended to get the typical smooth surface. - Pre-heating : 2 – 3 minutes at 130°C
- Curing schedule : 25 – 30 minutes at 130°C
- Film Thickness : 60-80 μm
For further specifications, please reach out to our sales representatives.
