Series 1077 | Enduralume

Generic Type Aliphatic Acrylic Polyurethane
Common Usage An acrylic polyurethane finish coat that contains a sparkle aluminum pigment creating a metallic aesthetic finish. It is a highly durable coating that is resistant to abrasion, wet conditions and exterior weathering. This high performance finish contains UV absorbers for extended color and gloss retention. NOT FOR IMMERSION SERVICE.
Colors Available in 42 standard colors. Refer to Tnemec Metallic Color Guide. Certain colors may require a clear topcoat for optimum performance. Note: Variations in appearance between product samples, color cards, color sheets and actual field applications should be expected due to differences in environmental conditions, color of underlying coats, gloss level, orientation of metallic pigment, equipment and applicator technique. Reference Technical Bulletin No. 07-65 for more information.
Finish Semi-gloss
Primers Steel: Series 1, 20, 27, 66, L69, N69, 84, 90-97, 91-H20, 104, 135, L140, N140, 161, 394, 530
Galvanized Steel and Non-Ferrous Metal: Series 27, 66, L69, N69, 161
Note: Series 104 or 135 exterior exposed more than two months, or Series L69, N69, 84, L140 or N140 exterior exposed more than three months must first be scarified or reprimed with themselves. Brush blasting with fine abrasive is the preferred method of scarification.
Topcoats Series 1079, optional when extended weatherability is desired.
Volume Solids 56.0 ± 2.0% (mixed) †
Recommended DFT 2.0 to 3.0 mils (50 to 75 microns) per coat. Note: Number of coats and thickness requirements will vary with substrate, application method and exposure. Contact your Tnemec representative.
Curing Time
Temperature To Touch To Handle To Recoat
75°F (24°C) 1 hour 5-8 hours 12 hours
Curing time varies with surface temperature, air movement, humidity and film thickness.
Volatile Organic Compounds Unthinned: 3.34 lbs/gallon (400 grams/litre)
Thinned 14% (No. 42 Thinner): 3.75 lbs/gallon (449 grams/litre)
Thinned 15% (No. 39 Thinner): 3.72 lbs/gallon (445 grams/litre) †
HAPS 1.42 lbs/gal solids
Theoretical Coverage 898 mil sq ft/gal (22.0 m²/L at 25 microns). †
Number of Components Two: Part A and Part B

The 38 sixty-foot steel columns at the Seattle Opera (Marion Oliver McCaw) House are painted with Series 1077 Enduralume in “Bright Aluminum”.