What is Quick Build Sealer Converter and why choose it
Quick Build Sealer Converter is the dedicated converter component of the Awlgrip Quick Build Sealer system, a three-component fast drying polyurethane primer designed for high productivity schemes while maintaining an outstanding Awlgrip finish. Used together with the appropriate Quick Build Sealer colored bases and OA3110 Sealer Activator, it delivers excellent color holdout, allows overcoating without sanding and significantly reduces the number of coats required to achieve a full Awlgrip topcoat system.
Main features
- Three-component polyurethane primer system (Base + Quick Build Sealer Converter OU3100 + Sealer Activator OA3110).
- Fast drying: short touch-dry and hard-dry times support quick turnaround.
- Can be overcoated without sanding within the specified recoat windows.
- Color versatile: works with six Quick Build Sealer bases (white, black, blue, green, red, yellow) to closely match most topcoat colors.
- High productivity: normally one full spray coat, with reduced total number of coats needed for an Awlgrip finish.
- Good coverage: theoretical 13.3 m²/L per coat at recommended dry film thickness; practical coverage approximately 8 m²/L.
- Suitable substrates: aluminium, anodized aluminium, gelcoat, fiberglass and existing coatings in good condition, when used as part of the full Quick Build Sealer system.
- No reduction required; optional addition of 5–10% Awlgrip reducers (T0001, T0002, T0003, T0005) possible to ease application.
- Easy surface preparation using standard sanding grades and Awlprep 400 wipe-down solvent OT0170.
Technical specifications
- System type: Three-component polyurethane primer sealer (Base + Quick Build Sealer Converter + Sealer Activator).
- Volume solids: 38% (mixed product).
- Available packs: White and Black Base and Activator (US) – 1 gallon; all other Bases, Converter and Activator (EU / AP) – 1 quart.
- Quick Build Sealer Bases: OU8000 White, OU2000 Black, OU5000 Blue, OU4000 Green, OU7000 Red, OU9000 Yellow.
- Converter: OU3100 – Sealer Converter.
- Activator: OA3110 – Sealer Activator (essential for correct curing).
- Equipment cleaning: OT0002.
Film build and coverage
- Application method: Air atomized spray.
- Number of coats: 1 full coat.
- Recommended wet film thickness (WFT): 75 µm (3 mil).
- Recommended dry film thickness (DFT): 30 µm (1.2 mil).
- Maximum DFT per coat: 40 µm (1.6 mil).
- Theoretical coverage: 13.3 m²/L (541.9 ft²/gal) at the recommended DFT.
- Practical coverage: approximately 8 m²/L (325 ft²/gal) for 1 coat.
VOC data (mixed product)
- Quick Build Sealer VOC (mixed system): 542 g/L (4.52 lb/gal).
- VOC values are theoretical and refer to the mixed product at the recommended mix ratio, without reducer.
Mixing ratios and reduction
- Mixing ratio by volume: 4 : 1 : 1.5 (Base : Quick Build Sealer Converter OU3100 : Sealer Activator OA3110).
- Induction time: Not required.
- Reduction: Not required. Optionally, add 5–10% Awlgrip reducers (T0001, T0002, T0003, T0005) if needed for application conditions.
- Stir all individual components well before mixing to obtain a smooth, homogeneous mixture.
Application parameters
- Method: Spray 1 full coat.
- Equipment: Air atomized spray.
- Fluid tip: 1.10–1.40 mm (43–55 thou).
- Typical fluid flow rate: 225–250 cc/min.
Drying and overcoating times
- Touch dry:
- 15°C (59°F): 1.5 hours
- 25°C (77°F): 45 minutes
- 35°C (95°F): 35 minutes
- Hard dry:
- 15°C (59°F): 7 hours
- 25°C (77°F): 7 hours
- 35°C (95°F): 5 hours
- Pot life:
- 15°C (59°F): 5 hours
- 25°C (77°F): 5 hours
- 35°C (95°F): 3 hours
- Overcoating intervals (unsanded Quick Build Sealer) with Awlcraft 2000, Awlcraft 3000, Awlcraft SE, Awlgrip Topcoat (spray) or Perfection Pro:
- 15°C (59°F): Min 90 minutes, Max 24 hours
- 25°C (77°F): Min 15 minutes, Max 24 hours
- 35°C (95°F): Min 15 minutes, Max 4 hours
Environmental limitations
- Do not apply to surfaces less than 3°C (5°F) above the dew point.
- Do not apply to surfaces warmer than 41°C (105°F).
- Ambient temperature during application should be between 10°C (50°F) and 41°C (105°F).
Applications and uses
When combined with the appropriate Quick Build Sealer bases, converter and activator, this system is intended for use as a fast, high-quality primer sealer in Awlgrip finishing schemes where reduced application time and excellent topcoat appearance are required.
Suitable substrates
- Aluminium.
- Anodized aluminium.
- Gelcoat.
- Fiberglass.
- Existing coatings in good condition.
Surface preparation overview
- Aluminium: Sand with 180–220 grit paper. Optional pre-priming with Wash Primer CF.
- Gelcoat / Fiberglass: Use a Scotch-brite pad or sand with 220–320 grit paper.
- Existing finishes: Dry sand with 220–320 grit paper.
- Degreasing: Wipe down with Awlprep 400 Wipe Down Solvent OT0170 before priming.
FAQ
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What role does Quick Build Sealer Converter play in the system?
Quick Build Sealer Converter OU3100 is the converter component that, when mixed with the Quick Build Sealer base colors and OA3110 Sealer Activator, forms the fast drying polyurethane primer sealer.
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On which substrates can the Quick Build Sealer system be applied?
The system can be applied directly to aluminium, anodized aluminium, gelcoat, fiberglass and existing coatings that are in good condition, after proper surface preparation.
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Is sanding required before overcoating?
Within the specified overcoating windows, Quick Build Sealer can be overcoated without sanding. The stated intervals refer to unsanded Quick Build Sealer.
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Which topcoats are compatible with Quick Build Sealer?
It can be overcoated with Awlcraft SE, Awlcraft 2000, Awlcraft 3000, Awlgrip Topcoat (spray) and Perfection Pro.
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What is the recommended mixing ratio?
The recommended mix by volume is 4 parts Base, 1 part Quick Build Sealer Converter, and 1.5 parts Sealer Activator. No induction time is required.
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Do I need to thin the product?
Reduction is not necessary. However, 5–10% Awlgrip reducers T0001, T0002, T0003 or T0005 may be added if required to ease application.
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How much coverage can I expect per coat?
The theoretical coverage at the recommended dry film thickness is 13.3 m²/L, with a practical coverage of about 8 m²/L per coat.
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What are the key temperature limits for application?
Do not apply if the surface is less than 3°C (5°F) above the dew point or warmer than 41°C (105°F). Ambient temperature should be between 10°C (50°F) and 41°C (105°F).
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How long is the pot life?
Pot life is approximately 5 hours at 15–25°C (59–77°F) and 3 hours at 35°C (95°F).
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How many coats are typically applied?
The product is normally applied as one full spray coat at the recommended film thickness.
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