Akzonobel - Formerly Mapaero A1000 RAL7040 WINDOW GREY (5-LTR-CAN)

TOPCOAT A1000

Overview

TOPCOAT A1000 is a three-component flexible polyurethane aircraft topcoat developed for exterior aircraft finishing. It provides excellent chemical resistance, UV durability and long-term decorative protection for aircraft surfaces. The coating is qualified to Airbus requirements and is suitable for OEM production and MRO repainting applications.

Key Technical Specs

• Product Type: Three-component flexible polyurethane aircraft topcoat
• Primary Use: Aircraft exterior finishing and decoration
• Components: Base A1000 / Hardener A1000 or A1000 BRUSH / Thinner P2, PU No. 4, Brush Extra Slow, Accelerator 702, D712, Retarder
• Qualified Specification: Airbus TNA 10028
• Theoretical Coverage: 9 m²/L for 40 µm dry film thickness
• Recommended Dry Film Thickness: 40 µm to 100 µm
• Dry Film Weight: Approximately 1.5 (white)
• VOC Content: 660 g/L
• Colours: Full colour chart and colour matching available
• Pot Life: 6 hours
• Induction Time: None

Approvals & Specifications

• Qualified to Airbus TNA 10028
• Suitable for approved aerospace exterior finishing systems
• Designed for use over approved anticorrosion aircraft primers

Typical Applications

• Aircraft exterior finishing
• Commercial aircraft repainting
• Military aircraft finishing
• Business jet exterior coatings
• OEM aircraft production
• Aircraft MRO refinishing

Surface Preparation

• Apply over approved anticorrosion primer
• Sand primer using orbital sander with grade 240-400 abrasive
• Remove all sanding dust
• Clean substrate using lint-free cloth dampened with isopropyl alcohol
• Ensure surface is dry and contamination free before coating

Mixing & Application

• Spray Mixing Ratio (Volume):
• Base: 1 V
• Hardener: 1 V
• Thinner: 0 V to 1 V
• Brush Mixing Ratio (Volume): Base 2 V / Hardener 1 V
• Recommended storage before mixing: 18°C to 25°C for 24 hours
• Mix base for 10 minutes before adding hardener
• Application Temperature: 15°C to 35°C
• Recommended filter: 80-150 µm

Application Equipment

• Gravity compressed air spray gun
• Nozzle size: 1.2 mm to 1.8 mm
• Spray using clean, dry, oil-free compressed air
• Brush application available using A1000 BRUSH hardener

Spray Parameters

• Spraying Viscosity at 20°C:
• CA4 Cup: 13-14 seconds
• CA2.5 Cup: 40-45 seconds
• Relative Humidity: 30% to 75%
• Recommended Dry Film Thickness: 40 µm to 100 µm
• Apply one crossed coat followed by one or more wet crossed coats after 30-60 minutes flash-off

Colour Coverage Recommendations

• Yellow: Apply Light Grey A1000 Ref. 12927100B005L first
• Red and Orange: Apply Medium Grey A1000 Ref. 12927200B005L first
• Certain Blue and Green colours: Apply Dark Grey A1000 Ref. 12927300B005L first

Drying & Curing

• Recoatable: 2-72 hours at 23°C
• Recoatable: 15 minutes-9 hours at 60°C
• Fully Cured: 7 days at 23°C
• Fully Cured: 12 hours at 60°C
• Allow 30-60 minutes flash-off at 23°C before accelerated curing
• Drying data based on 70 µm dry film thickness

Cleaning & Maintenance

• Clean spray equipment using P2 thinner
• Ensure equipment is thoroughly cleaned immediately after use

Packaging & Storage

• Base A1000-A: 1 L and 5 L
• Hardener: 1 L and 5 L
• Thinner P2: 1 L and 5 L
• Shelf Life (Base): 48 months
• Shelf Life (Thinner P2): 48 months
• Shelf Life (Hardener): 24 months
• Storage Temperature: 5°C to 35°C in sealed original packaging

Available Product Example

• AkzoNobel A1000 RAL7040 Window Grey (1 L Can)

Why This Product is Chosen for AOG / MRO

• Excellent chemical and UV resistance for aircraft exteriors
• Flexible polyurethane formulation resists environmental exposure
• Qualified to Airbus exterior coating requirements
• Wide colour matching capability for airline fleet maintenance
• Supports both ambient and accelerated curing schedules
• Suitable for OEM manufacturing and aircraft repainting programmes

Practical Suggestions for Your Team (AOG Mindset)

• Condition all materials between 18°C and 25°C before mixing
• Mix the A1000 base thoroughly before adding hardener
• Filter mixed paint through an 80-150 µm filter before spraying
• Observe the 6-hour pot life to minimise product waste
• Use recommended grey undercoats when applying difficult covering colours
• Allow correct flash-off before accelerated curing
• Clean spray equipment immediately after use with P2 thinner
• Always spray with clean, dry, oil-free compressed air

Manufacturer / Aviation Spec Codes

• Product Name: TOPCOAT A1000
• Product Type: Three-component polyurethane aircraft exterior topcoat
• Specification: Airbus TNA 10028
• Compatible Primer: Approved aircraft anticorrosion primers
• Thinner: P2
• Example Colour: RAL7040 Window Grey