Novol N91093 N-Range Dart Clear 8500, 1.0 Litre - High Solids (HS) 2:1 Air-Drying Clearcoat
The Novol N91093 Dart Clear 8500 is an elite, ultra-fast drying High Solids (HS) clearcoat from the professional N-Range series. Aptly named "Dart" for its speed, this 1.0-litre unit is engineered for workshops that need to move cars through the paint booth as fast as possible without sacrificing a premium, deep-gloss finish.
Utilizing specialized rapid-crosslinking resins, Dart Clear 8500 is designed to cure at ambient temperatures (20°C), reaching polishing hardness in record time. It is the perfect "green" solution for reducing energy costs while maintaining high-end aesthetic standards.
Key Features & Benefits
- Extreme Air-Drying Speed: Reaches "dust-free" status in just 15–20 minutes and is ready for polishing in as little as 60–90 minutes at 20°C.
- Energy Efficient: Completely eliminates the need for expensive fuel-burning oven cycles or electricity-heavy infrared (IR) lamps.
- Superior Mirror Gloss: Provides a high-clarity, brilliant finish that enhances metallic and pearl basecoats without "sinking" during the rapid drying phase.
- High Solids (HS) Protection: Delivers a thick, resilient film (typically 50–60 microns) in just 1.5 to 2 coats, providing excellent stone-chip and scratch resistance.
- UV & Weather Shield: Fortified with advanced light stabilizers to ensure the clearcoat remains crystal clear and non-yellowing over time.
- Exceptional Flow: Despite its rapid curing, it levels out beautifully to minimize "orange peel," meaning less time spent flatting and buffing.
Professional Application Guidelines
- The 2:1 Mix: To activate the rapid air-dry technology, you must mix this 1.0L clearcoat with 500ml of Novol 90-850 Hardener (N91136).
- Mixing Precision: Use the Novol N-Range 2:1 Measuring Stick. Because the chemical reaction is so fast, an incorrect ratio will drastically affect the drying time and final hardness.
- Application: Apply one half-coat (a light, closed coat) followed immediately by one full wet coat.
- Flash-off Time: Allow only 3–5 minutes between coats. Because this is a "Dart" system, waiting too long between passes can lead to "dry spray" or mapping.
- Pot Life Warning: Once mixed, the product has a short pot life (approx. 1 hour). Do not leave mixed clearcoat in your spray gun while taking a break.
Why Choose Dart Clear 8500?
In a high-production bodyshop or for a mobile repair technician, time is the most valuable asset. Dart Clear 8500 allows you to paint a panel and have it back on the car and out the door within the same morning. It offers the chemical resistance and hardness of a baked clearcoat with the logistical convenience of an air-dry product - making it a "no-brainer" for efficiency-focused professionals.
