GacoFlex U-6006

GacoFlex U-6006 is a single component, fire retardant moisture cure polyurethane elastomeric.

USAGE

This product is designed for use as a general purpose waterproofing coating. It provides weatherability, wear resistance, waterproofing and fire resistance to a variety of surfaces.

COLOR

Aluminum

APPLIED COATING DATA

WEATHERABILITY

Excellent

CHEMICAL RESISTANCE

Good salt and solvent resistance. Fair resistance to acid and akali.

TENSILE

• ASTM D-412-68
• Strength: 1600 psi Min (11.03 MPa)
• Elongation: 400% Min.
• Permanent Set at Break: Less than 20%

TEAR RESISTANCE

• ASTM D-624 Die C
• 230 Lb/In (41.1 kg(f)/cm)

HARDNESS, CURED

• ASTM D-2240
• 70 ± 5 Shore A

WATER VAPOR PERMEABILITY

• ASTM E-96
• Method B, 100% R.H. Difference at 73°F (23°C)
• 0.02 Perm Inches

FLAMMABILITY

ASTM E-108 (UL 790) Class A when applied in accordance with published specifications.

TOXICITY

Contains flammable solvents and an isocyanate prepolymer. Threshold limit is 100 parts solvent vapor per 1 million parts air. Use only in ventilated areas or with fresh air supplied face masks if in a confined area. Avoid breathing vapors or spray mist. Contains an isocyanate polymer, which may be irritating to the skin or toxic if inhaled. Any material contacting skin should be neutralized by washing with generous quantities of soap and water.

ADHESION

Excellent adhesion to polyurethane foam, concrete and wood. See primer recommendation for other substances.

PACKAGED PRODUCT DATA

COVERAGE

• Sq. Ft./Gal./Mil. 1065 (26.1 m² / L / .02 mm)

SOLIDS

• Weight:
  • Method 4041
  • Fed. Std. 141
  • 76.4%
• Volume:
  • 66.4%

V.O.C.

287 grams per liter

FLASH POINT

• ASTM D-56
• 65°F (18°C)

STORAGE STABILITY

One year from date of manufacture when stored in sealed containers below 75ºF (24ºC).

THINNER AND CLEANER

GacoFlex T-5116 Regular, GacoFlex T-5130 Spray. Use only thinners supplied by Gaco Western. Thinners from other sources may be contaminated with alcohol which will stop the cure of GacoFlex U-6006.

APPLICATION

PRIMER

None required for wood or concrete. Standard sealer system should be used on concrete surfaces other than limited flashing details. Use GacoFlex E-5320 on steel or aluminum, GacoFlex U-5677 on copper and GacoFlex E-2465 on glass and synthetic surfaces.

MIXING

Mix GacoFlex U-6006 before application to assure uniform color and consistency.

APPLICATION

Apply by brush or roller as received. Thinning up to one pint per gallon is permissible if viscosity increases. For spray application, use GacoFlex U-6006 as received. Consult Gaco Western's Spray Guide SG-U6006 for more information.

For cold weather application, keep material stored above 65°F (19°C).

CLEANUP

Clean spray equipment with GacoFlex T-5130 thinner. Recirculate through lines and gun until residual GacoFlex U-6006 is removed.

CURE

Applied coating will cure in 24 hours with 70°F (21°C) and 40% relative humidity. Lower temperatures and humidity will require longer times to cure.