Alclad II Model Laquers
ALCLAD II Lacquers will reproduce a wide range of realistic and durable natural metal finishes on aircraft, car and truck models, spaceships - especially exhaust details, T2 models such as the Terminator Skull and Terminator Arm, military armour and figures. The Prismatic colours can be used to create unique customized cars, trucks and polycarbonate / lexan bodies.ALCLAD II’s wide range of uses make it the perfect finish for injected polystyrene kits and polycarbonate / lexan bodies. ALCLAD II is available with both ‘plastic or lexan’ instructions . ALC101 - to - ALC113 carry plastic use directions.
APPLICATION GUIDE-PLASTIC MODELS: For use on injection plastic kits an acrylic primer is necessary. ‘Regular ALCLAD’ is similar in strength to lacquer / cellulose car paints-injected polystyrene plastics frequently have areas which ALCLAD can craze. Apply one of these primers before using Regular ALCLAD:
Tamiya Plastic Primers-white or grey
Auto Primer - white or grey
Plastic primers and auto primers should be lightly polished with 1000/1200 wet & dry paper to give a less absorbent glossy surface. ALCLAD High Shine - Chrome and Polished Aluminium both require a dark glossy base. Polished Aluminium should be used over Tamiya TS-14 gloss black,or gloss black auto paint. Chrome and only chrome should be used over gloss black model enamel paint.
SPRAYING: ALCLAD should be sprayed at 15-20psi.
Spray 1 ½ -2 ½ inches away from the model.
Use the airbrush like a paint brush not an aerosol.
 
Buffing is not necessary although tonal variation can be made by polishing selected panels with micromesh. A sealer is not required.
Regular ALCLAD can be masked and over painted Decal solutions can be used with Regular ALCLAD, but are not recommended for Chrome or Polished Aluminium.Prismatic Finishes: - these colours should be applied over a dark base-auto paint or Tamiya TS paints. Spray ALCLAD Prismatic at 20psi use a wide spray pattern, cover the model evenly with as few passes as possible. The Prismatic material will seem slightly rough when dry..this is normal. Build up 2-3 coats of clear lacquer or model varnish to obtain a deep reflective finish.
APPLICATION GUIDE - POLYCARBONATE / LEXAN BODY SHELLS: The surface must be thoroughly cleaned - remove release agent, adhesive residue and finger marks.
Regular ALCLAD - apply 2-3 light coats at 15-20 psi-back with any R/C paint.
High Shine ALCLAD - chrome/polished aluminium-apply 2-3 light coats at 15-20psi large areas can be backed with water based black or silver paint.
Application Directions and Advice:
- Shake well before use.
- Thoroughly clean surfaces.
- Remove Adhesive Residue, Release Agent & Fingerprints.
- Spray light coats at 15 - 20 psi.
- Back ALCLAD II with any dark color.
- Clean with lacquer thinners and / or Airbrush Cleaner.
- Do not Thin this product you will alter balance of the paints makeup.
- Very quick drying time, leave for approx 10 mins or more if you require to mask over it for further airbrushing.
- Decals do not need a sealing varnish before or after application.
- Regular shades can be buffed to make them a bit shinier with Micromesh, but Chrome & Polished Aluminium will not need this if your undercoat is super smooth & shiney.
- Do not overpaint Chrome & Polished aluminium.
- Acrylics & enamels can be used over regular shades.
- Do not mix Chrome & Polished Aluminium with any other shade.
- Regular shades can be tinted with small amounts of enamels or auto acrylics, But only tint enough for immediate use.
- Make sure all products are sealed properly after use.
CAUTION:
- Highly Flamable
- Avoid prolonged breathing of vapors
- Ensure adequate ventilation
- Irritant - In case of eye contact, rinse with water.
- Harmful if swallowed. Call physician immediately.
- Long term exposure may be dangerous.
- Keep out of reach of children.
