Awlcraft SE Metallic Basecoat - Panther Black, QT

While renowned for its classic “Awlgrip” topcoat with its stunning, mirror-like reflection that showcases the skills of elite applicators, with Awlcraft SE, Awlgrip has recognized the market demand for a faster drying coating that is easier to use and maintain while providing the same exquisite finish.

Awlcraft SE is a revolutionary polyurethane color basecoat with a boundless palette of striking colors. It is designed to work as the base layer in a simple 2-part Basecoat/Clear Overcoat system which, unlike many others, is designed specifically for marine applications.

The Awlcraft SE provides the color, and the required clear overcoat – either Awlcraft 2000 Clear or the new Awlgrip HDT Clearcoat – provides UV protection and durability for long-lasting, fade resistant colors.
The tough, clear topcoat also provides scratch resistance and most notably – the pronounced gloss and depth of color for which Awlgrip paints are famous.

The range of Awlcraft SE basecoats includes solid colors, as well as special effect metal flakes and pearlescents to enhance the look of any boat.
Although Awlcraft SE colors are often custom mixed by Fisheries Supply to match existing vessel colors or to create custom colors, we also offer popular colors as pre-mixed formulations:
This entry features pre-mixed Metalic (Metal Flake) Blacks.

Fast Drying –
The Awlcraft SE basecoat dries to the touch in just 15 minutes at 77°F, so you can apply multiple basecoat layers in one day which can then be clear-coated after as little as 1 hour, making it possible to complete your job in 24 hours.

Repairable –
State-of-the-art solution for repairability means that any defects can be easily and speedily rectified, while fast drying means minimal downtime. See below for details.

Easy –
Easy to apply for a consistent and even finish – repeatable results that cannot be as easily achieved using single-stage coatings.

Awlcraft SE features –
• For professional application
• Produces a premium, yacht-quality finish using a basecoat/clearcoat system designed for demanding marine environments
• Rich colored basecoats that includes solid, metal flake, and pearlescent color choices in standard or custom formulations
• Fast drying - allowing multiple coats per day
• Excellent opacity – fewer coats required to achieve the desired finish, saving time and materials
• Easy application to consistently produce a high gloss, even finish
• Any in-yard defects can be easily and speedily repaired – minimizing downtime
• For application over an Awlgrip primer or previous Awlgrip finish
• For use above the waterline
• Warranty with Awlcraft 2000 Clear topcoat: 18 months
• Warranty with Awlgrip HDT Clear topcoat: 24 months

Awlcraft SE System Specification Data
For Spray Application only – by conventional air atomized spray or HVLP spray
Basecoat - your choice of pre-mixed or custom-mixed colored SE Basecoat
Topcoat - your choice of Awlcraft 2000 Clear Base (F3029) or Awlgrip HDT Clear Base (C0300) – for significantly higher color retention and a longer warranty)
Reducers – depending on temperature: T0001, T0003, T0005
Curing agent: G3010 (Awlcat #2 Spray Converter)
Mix Ratio by Volume: 1 : 0.5 : 0.15 (SE Base : Reducer : Awlcat #2)
Wet Film Thickness: 2-4 mils (50-100 microns) per coat
Dry Film Thickness: 1-2 mils (25-50 microns) per coat
VOC (unreduced) - Base: 691g/lt (5.77 lb/gal); Converter: 591g/lt (4.9 lb/gal)
Theoretical coverage (@100% transfer efficiency): 800 sq ft/gal, actual coverage will be less; 2 coats minimum
Application surface temperature: 70–90°F
At 77°F SE base can be re-coated in ∼10-15 min, and clearcoated in ∼ 60 min (and up to 3 days) under ideal conditions. Full cure is achieved after 7 days


Repair Products –
Note - repair of your Awlgrip finish requires the services of a skilled applicator.
Should you need to repair an Awlcraft SE coating system, from the smallest scratch to a large scale repair, the Awlcraft SE Repair Manual will take you step-by-step through the preparation, application, and finishing of the process – greatly aiding in a successful repair. (See link in Manufacturer’s Resources)

To make the repair, the following Awlgrip repair products are required, as well as the original colored SE Basecoat and the Awlcraft 2000 or HDT Clearcoat you used.
Awlgrip Repair - Basecoat Foundation Coat (Repair Primer) E3001
Awlgrip Repair - Basecoat Blender T0190 (used with your colored SE Basecoat)
Awlgrip Repair - Topcoat Blending Solvent T0195 (used with your application’s Clearcoat)
You will also need Awlgrip T0170 solvent and a T000X reducer. Note – repairs of Pearlescent systems additionally requires SE Pearl Mid-Coat. (See SE Repair Manual for details.)