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Clearcoat Yellowing

Clearcoat Yellowing

Description:
Discoloration causing the appearance of a color mismatch to the adjacent panel after the clearcoat is applied.

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Origin and Potential Causes:

Wrong or contaminated hardener/activator. Incorrect clear coat film thickness
 

Prevention Techniques:

Ensure lids are tightly replaced after using activators or hardeners. Follow recommendations per Technical Data Sheets. Use recommended system activators.
 

Remedy:

Allow the finish to properly dry, then sand and refinish.

Detailed Image

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