POR-15 46401 Top Coat Paint, Direct to Metal, Safety Blue, 1 Gallon

POR-15 46401 Top Coat Paint, Direct to Metal, Safety Blue, 1 Gallon

• POR-15 46401 is a Top Coat direct to metal paint in Safety Blue, 1 gallon. It provides long term sheen and color retention on properly prepared metal or roughened painted surfaces, and can be used as a standalone DTM coating or over POR-15 Rust Preventive Coating for durable protection.
• Features:
  • Direct to metal application on properly prepared substrates to streamline finishing without a separate primer
  • UV and scratch resistant film helps maintain color and sheen during prolonged outdoor exposure
  • Moisture repelling barrier aids corrosion resistance on frames, chassis, and equipment
  • Liquid coverage about 240 sq ft per gallon at approximately 3 mil wet film to simplify job planning
  • Available safety colors comply with OSHA marking conventions for hazard identification; Safety Blue is part of that range
• Specifications:
  • Manufacturer: POR-15
  • Part Number: 46401
  • Product Type: direct to metal single stage top coat paint
  • Color / Finish: Safety Blue
  • Volume: 1 gallon (128 fl oz)
  • Coverage: approximately 240 sq ft per gallon at about 3 mil wet film
  • Thinning: up to 10 percent with POR-15 Reducer if needed
  • Recoat Window: typically 2 to 72 hours depending on conditions
  • System Compatibility or Application: top coat for automotive and industrial metal surfaces; use direct to metal or over POR-15 Rust Preventive Coating; not a replacement part
  • Packaging Type: metal can
• The Top Coat Paint can also be referred to as direct to metal paint, DTM top coat, Safety Blue chassis paint, automotive metal topcoat, and POR 15 top coat.

POR-15 formulates protective coatings for automotive and industrial metal surfaces, focusing on direct to metal top coats and rust preventive systems with documented specifications to support reliable field performance.

Q: Do I need a primer before applying this top coat?
A: No primer is required on properly prepared bare metal; it can also be applied over roughened painted surfaces or over POR-15 Rust Preventive Coating following the manufacturer surface prep guidance.

Q: What coverage should I plan for with 1 gallon?
A: Plan for about 240 sq ft per gallon at roughly 3 mil wet film. Actual coverage varies with surface profile, color, and application method.

Q: Can I spray this product and how should I thin it?
A: Yes. Follow the technical guidance; if thinning is needed, use POR-15 Reducer up to 10 percent. Observe recommended recoat windows and cure times.