Application instructions and color tips for PPG Hot Wheels Spectraflame colors over Liquid Metal substrate, including mixing ratios and spray gun setup.
This document provides application instructions and color tips for PPG Hot Wheels Spectraflame colors, which are designed to be used over a Liquid Metal substrate to create a candy-over-metal finish. The guide details surface preparation, spray gun setup, drying times, and VOC compliance requirements for professional use.
| Pot Life | 1 hour at 70°F (21°C) mixed |
|---|---|
| VOC (PKG) | 5.72-5.89 lbs/US Gal |
| VOC (RTS 1:1½) | 6.51-6.55 lbs/US Gal |
| Dry Film Build Per Coat | 0.3 mils |
| Wet Film Build Per Coat | 1.2 mils |
Spectraflame colors must be used over a Liquid Metal substrate.
Mix Spectraflame with DBC500 in a 1 part to 1 part ratio.
Use a 1.0–1.3 mm fluid tip or equivalent for HVLP guns.
The job must be completed within 2 hours at 70 degrees.