SERIES 38 - super durable
POLYESTER TGIC SUPER DURABLE POWDER COATING COMPLIANT TO AAMA 2604 WITH EXCELLENTWEATHERRESISTANCEPROPERTIESFORHIGHPERFORMANCEARCHITECTURALEXTERIORAPPLICATIONS

Typical applications

Pretreatment

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The following table reflects the common methods of pre-treatment
with regards to various substrates and applications. In selecting theproper type of pretreatment, the suitability of the type of powder
coating for a desired application according to the guidelines on thispage should be observed.

Aluminum2)

Product details

Standard packaging in original 22, 44 & 55* lb (10, 20 & 25* kg)boxes and 5 lb (2.5 kg) minipack*Available while quantities lastSpecific gravity(ASTM D792)

approximately 1.2-1.8 g/cm depending on
pigmentation

Theoretical
coverage

at 60 µm (2.5 mils) film thickness:
9.8 m2/kg (30.2 ft2/lb). Refer also to“Theoretic Powder Coating Coverage Chart”
version 00-1000 (metric)
version 00-1001 (imperial)

Storage stability●

Chromating●●●

Pre-Anodizing

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12 months at no more than 25 °C (77 °F)avoid direct and extended exposure to heat

Steel

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Iron Phosphating
Zinc Phosphating

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Degreasing1)

Galvanized
Steel3)

Sweeping

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Application:EA

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S4

I = interior; E = exterior; A = architectural; S = steel

1) according to ASTM B 4492) according to GSB quality and test regulations. The suitability of this type of pretreatment
needs to be established through a boiling water test and subsequent cross-hatch adhesion
and adhesive tape removal test3) only for zinc coated parts >45 μm (>1.8 mils)4) for a two-coat process/TIGER Shield

Processing

excellent weather resistanceexcellent UV-light resistance
AAMA 2604* compliant
5 years South Florida exposure
very smooth flow
good storage stability
good yellowing stability

Corona and Tribostatic** For Tribostatic powder coatings, confirm before ordering. Suitability ofmetallic effects for Tribostatic processing must be verified prior to actualapplication. Please refer to the latest edition of the relevant application
guidelines for metallic effect powder coatings.

* AAMA 2604 compliance dependent upon the color and/or effect.

FinishSince not all powder coatings are suitable for recycling/reclaim, please
verify before ordering.

Weather resistancefinishgloss

smooth glossy

80-95+*

smooth semi-gloss

60±5*smooth matte

20±5*fine texture flat matte**

visual80

metallic and other special effects

visual60* Gloss level according to ASTM 523 at 60° angle (doesn‘t apply to metallic ef-fect powder coatings). The measured gloss level of effect powder coatings candiverge from the details given in this Product Data Sheet. The creation of tolerance
samples is recommended.
** For best results, TIGER recommends the use of a primer when using this system. Ask your local sales representative about which primers are available.

Available as stock-product in smooth glossy, semi-gloss and matte in
70 colors. It can be custom-matched in limited colors (minimum order
quantity and color limitation apply).

Florida exposure at 45° angle, facing south (RAL 8014)(%)
100402001224364860 (months)

remaining gloss versus months

The remaining gloss values that can be expected may vary depending on theoriginal gloss level and color. A reasonable degree of gloss loss and color variation
owing to long term UV exposure should be expected.

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metal façades
steel constructions
stadium seating and railings
residential windows and doors
patio furniture and garden equipment
railings
playground equipment
agriculture equipment
external ship components, communication towers, doors
and railings
military camouflage

Cure parameters(substrate temperature versus curing time)smooth glossy | smooth semi-gloss | smooth matte | fine texture flat matte

substrate temp.
170 °C (338 °F)
200 °C (392 °F)

min. curing time
25 minutes
15 minutes

max. curing time
37 minutes
22 minutes

Cure parameters must be closely observed since mechanical properties will develop before full cross-linking.

Test results

test method

test

Series 38
smooth glossy

Series 38
fine texture flat matte

ISO 2360

recommended film thickness

60-80 µm(2.5-3.5 mils)

75-100 µm(3.0-4.0 mils)

ASTM D523gloss - 60°

80-95+

VisualASTM D3359
method B

cross cut tape test
1mm cutting distance

5B

5B

ASTM D522

mandrel bending test
cracking of coating

3 mm(1/8 inch)

3 mm(1/8 inch)

ASTM D2794

ball impact test
cracking of coating

up to 40 in.lb., cracking at theperimeter of the concave area but
no cracking pick off

up to 40 in.lb., cracking at theperimeter of the concave area but
no cracking pick off

ASTM D3363

pencil hardness

H-2H

n/a

ASTM D2247

determination of resistance to humidity
3,000 hours

Blister formation no greater than“few” of size 8 (according to ASTM
D714)

Blister formation no greater than“few” of size 8 (according to ASTM
D714)

ASTM G-85
Annex 5

Dilute electrolyte cyclic fog
1500 hours

maximum undercutting 2 mm (1/16inch), minimum blister rating 8

maximum undercutting 2 mm (1/16inch), minimum blister rating 8

ASTM D2244

natural weatheringin Florida 5 years

color change ≤∆ε 5.0 (Hunter)

color change ≤∆ε 5.0 (Hunter)

ASTM D523

natural weatheringin Florida 5 years

gloss retention >30%

gloss retention >30%

Cleaning recommendations: refer to the latest edition of TIGER “Cleaning Recommendations” information sheet, Version 00-1005.
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Checked under laboratory conditions on 0.7 mm (1/64 inch) thick yellow chromated aluminum test panel. Actual product performance may vary due
to product-specific properties such as gloss, color, effect and finish as well as application-related and environmental influences. When used as a
two-coat system, the increase in film thickness will result in a decrease of mechanical properties.

Special applications

Disclaimer

Objects directly exposed to salt/fog conditions in a marine environmentor need heavy corrosion protection must be coated with TIGER Shieldsystem. Refer to the latest editions of TIGER Drylac® Product DataSheets.

TIGER’s verbal and written recommendations for the use of its
products are based upon experience and in accordance with current
technological standards. These are provided in order to support
the buyer or user. They are non-committal and do not create any
additional commitments to the purchase agreement. They do notrelease the buyer from verifying the suitability of TIGER products
for the intended application. TIGER warrants that its products arefree of flaws and defects to the extent stipulated in the Terms ofDelivery and Payment.

Please consult the manufacturer before applying any 2-coat systems
that feature (i) a primer or e-coat as base coat and (ii) a metallic effectpowder coating as a top coat.

Please noteTop coating with a clear exterior grade powder coating over an interior
grade powder coating does not result into a weather resistant coatingsystem.
Post-bending properties of any part must be verified prior to application.
Minor cracks in the coated surface may lead to corrosion.
Joint sealants and any other auxiliary products, such as glazing aids,gliding waxes, drilling and cutting lubricants, which come in contact withthe coated surface, must be pH-neutral and free of substances that may
damage the finish. Therefore, a suitability test at the applicator’s end,prior to coating, is highly recommended.
In general, colors in the red, orange and yellow range may require anincreased film thickness to achieve full hiding.

As part of TIGER product information program, each Product Data
Sheet is updated periodically. The latest version shall prevail. It isrecommended to always check for the latest editions on TIGER’s
website download area www.tiger-coatings.com to make sure you
have the most current version of this Product Data Sheet. The
information on TIGER’s Product Data Sheets are subject to change
without notification.
This Product Data Sheet supersedes and replaces all previous
Product Data Sheet versions and notes to customers published inrelation to this product and is only intended to provide a general
overview on the product.
Latest versions of Technical Information Sheets and Terms ofDelivery and Payment are downloadable from www.tiger-coatings.
com and form an integral part of this Product Data Sheet.

Any post-mechanical processing of already coated parts, such as
sawing, drilling, milling, cutting and bending will result in damage of thecoated surface and will subsequently weaken the corrosion protection.
Please read and understand the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) before use.

Chemical resistance

Certified according toISO 9001 | 14001

Series 38

The required chemical resistance of a powder coating depends,
among other things, on its formulation. Chemical resistancerequirements must be considered according to processing conditions
and final use of the finished product. This is best establishedduring the product specification process. Agreement between allparties involved must be reached about the requirements for suchchemical resistance as well as the test method, which may beperformed in accordance with PCI test method #8 “Solvent CureTest”. Furthermore, the test duration and concentration of the test
media need to be agreed upon.

TIGER Drylac U.S.A., Inc.
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St Charles, IL 60174, USA
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