Product Portfolio - BASF Automotive Refinish

Product Portfolio
BASF’s economical
paint solution
When it comes to complete automotive repainting, collision
repair, or a multitude of industrial paint applications, the Limco®
brand name is synonymous with economy products that help
get the job done right. The Limco product line is engineered to
provide simplicity and economy wrapped into a user-friendly
system. Limco products offer many characteristics of a more
expensive system at an economical price.
Limco is brought to you by BASF, the largest chemical company
in the world. With BASF’s expertise in coatings, commitment
to research and development, dedication to innovation, and
world-class manufacturing and technical facilities, Limco users
can be assured that every can of Limco paint will meet their
expectations.
The Limco system offers cleaners, pretreatments, primers,
sealers, basecoats, topcoats, clearcoats, and additives, all with
the quality you expect at a price you can afford. This product
guide is intended to help you choose the right products for
every job. VOC wallcharts should be referenced to make sure
that the Limco products you are using are compliant with local
regulations. Technical data sheets should also be referenced
to make sure you have the most recently updated technical
and application information. VOC wallcharts and technical data
sheets are available at www.basfrefinish.com.
We’re convinced that the more you learn about the Limco
system, you will love it as much as we do!
Learn it, Live it, Love it….LIMCO!
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Cleaners and Specialty Products
139 Final Wash
139 is a mild cleaning solvent for use prior to paint
application. It removes hand prints, sanding residue
and eliminates sand scratch swelling.
203 Wax and Grease Remover
203 is a blend of specially formulated solvents
designed to remove most surface contaminants
such as silicone, wax, grease, tar and road film.
203 also causes a slight softening action on existing
paint which provides better bonding and adhesion of
succeeding coats.
891 Flex Agent
Limco 891 Flex Agent is a urethane additive that
gives flexibility to Limco Acrylic Enamel and Limco
Urethane single stage colors, 1K acrylic and 2K
urethane primers, and Limco clearcoats. Limco 891
is formulated to resist fading, stone chipping and
chemical staining while increasing the durability and
flexibility of most interior and exterior parts.
892 Flex Agent
Limco 892 Flex Agent is a urethane additive that
gives flexibility to Limco Undercoats, Topcoats
and Clearcoats. Limco 892 is formulated to resist
fading, stone chipping and chemical staining while
increasing the durability and flexibility of most interior
and exterior parts.
LE800 Fisheye Eliminator
Limco LE800 Fisheye Eliminator is specially
developed for use in Limco Synthetic, Limco Acrylic,
and Limco Urethane systems.
LF10 Flattening Agent
Limco LF10 is a flattening agent that may be added
to Limco colors and Limco Clearcoats for gloss
reduction. Limco LF10 mixes easily and allows
flattening to the extent desired.
Low VOC Product
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Undercoats
800K 2K Primer Surfacer
Limco 800K 2K Primer Surfacer is a very fast curing, easy sanding
primer or wet-on-wet sealer, that provides good sand scratch filling,
no settling in the can, excellent adhesion and topcoat holdout.
4:1 (Primer Surfacer)
4 parts 1 part 800K
LH810 or LH820
4:1 (Tinted 2K Primer Sealer)
Step 1 - 1:1
1 parts 800K
1 part LB Base (without mixing clear)
Step 2 - 4:1:1
4 parts 800K / LB Base mixture
1 part LH810 or LH820
1 part LR21 or LR25
834 Zip-Zinc Phosphate Primer
Limco 834 Zip-Zinc Phosphate Primer eliminates the need to use
metal conditioners, and its excellent adhesion properties work
equally well on steel, aluminum and galvanized steel. When applied
over bare steel, 834 is an effective rust inhibitor. Limco 834 can be
topcoated with any approved air dry product; acrylics, lacquers,
enamels, primer-surfacers and sealers.
2:1
2 parts 1 part 834
LR25
846 1K Acrylic Primer
Limco 846 1K Acrylic Primer is a non-settling, fast drying, easy
sanding, flexible primer that meets the National Rule and provides
excellent adhesion plus good color hold-out.
1:1
1 part 1 part 846
LR21 or LR25
H1000 1K Waterborne Primer
Limco H1000 Waterborne Acrylic Primer Filler is a grey, 1K Low
VOC Waterborne System that is fast drying, easy sanding and
provides excellent adhesion with good color holdout.
Ready For Use
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Low VOC Product
Undercoats
LP20 Epoxy Primer
LP20 Epoxy Primer is a two part epoxy primer for use as a primer
under H1000 or LP610 (low VOC), or under 800K, PS21nr, LS800
or LS56 (National Rule), as a primer-surfacer or as a wet-on-wet
sealer under Limco topcoats. LP20 offers excellent adhesion and
corrosion protection when used over steel, aluminum, zinc coated
or galvanized metals. LP20 can be applied over cured, cleaned and
sanded paint finishes (except acrylic lacquers).
4:1:1 (Low VOC Primer)
4 parts 1 part 1 part LP20
LA25
LR21
4:1:1 (Low VOC Primer-Surfacer)
4 parts 1 part 1 part LP20
LA25
LR21
4:1:1 (Untinted Low VOC Wet-On-Wet Sealer)
4 parts 1 part 1 part LP20
LA25
LR21
* See technical manual for information on using as a tinted sealer
3:1:1 (Primer)
3 parts 1 part 1 part LP20
LA20
LR21
3:1:1 (Primer-Surfacer)
3 parts 1 part 1 part LP20
LA20
LR21
3:1:1 (Untinted Wet-On-Wet Sealer)
3 parts 1 part 1 part LP20
LA20
LR21
* See technical manual for information on using as a tinted sealer
LP610 Low VOC Primer
Limco LP610 Low VOC Primer is a quick curing sanding primer
that provides good sand scratch filling with excellent adhesion and
topcoat holdout. It is a 2.1 VOC Compliant performance primer that
provides good filling properties with 1 - 2 coats coverage.
8:1:2
8 parts 1 part 2 parts LP610
LH405 or LH415
LR21 or LR25
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Undercoats
LS56 1K Sealer
Limco LS56 1K Sealer is a fast drying sealer that provides excellent
adhesion with good topcoat color hold out.
2:1
2 parts 1 part LS56
LR21
LS800 2K Sealer
The LS800 2K Sealer is a tintable wet-on-wet sealer that dries
quickly and provides excellent adhesion. LS800 2K Sealer can be
tinted using either Limco LB bases or Limco Supreme LA bases.
4:1:2
4 parts 1 part 2 parts LS800
LHF or LHM
LR11, LR12 or LR13
* See technical manual for information on using as a tinted sealer
PS21nr Griptite Gray Sealer
Limco PS21nr Griptite Gray Sealer improves color hold-out and
eliminates sand scratch swelling. This sealer is non-sanding, fast
drying and ensures excellent adhesion.
Ready For Use
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Low VOC Product
Topcoats
Limco Synthetic Enamel (Limco 1)
Limco Synthetic Enamel is a superior development in automotive
enamels for refinishing passenger cars, light trucks and commercial
vehicles. It is a fast drying enamel providing fast film build, ease of
application and a durable finish. Limco Synthetic Enamel is also
available in Quick Mix colors.
4:1
4 parts 1 part Mixed color
LR10, LR11, LR12, LR13, or LR15
Limco Synthetic Enamel (Limco 1) with Catalyst
Limco Synthetic Enamel with catalyst adds improved gloss, shorter
dry times and increased durability to the standard Limco Synthetic
Enamel. Limco Synthetic Enamel is also available in Quick Mix colors.
8:1:4 (LH100 Catalyst)
8 parts 1 part 4 parts Mixed color
LH100
LR10, LR11, LR12, LR13, or LR15
4:1 (LH130 Catalyst)
4 parts 1 part Mixed color
LH130
Limco Acrylic Enamel (Limco 2)
Limco Acrylic Enamel is a specially formulated acrylic enamel with
hardener, which produces a superior high gloss durable finish.
Limco Acrylic Enamel is also available in Quick Mix colors.
8:1:4
8 parts 1 part
4 parts Mixed color
LHF, LHM or LHS
LR10, LR11, LR12, LR13, or LR15
Limco Urethane (Limco 3)
Limco Urethane is a specially formulated polyurethane with
hardener, which produces a superior high gloss and durable finish.
Limco Urethane is also available in Quick Mix colors.
8:1:4
8 parts 1 part 4 parts Mixed color
LH310 or LH320
LR10, LR11, LR12, LR13, or LR15
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Topcoats
Limco 3.5 VOC Urethane (Limco 3 at 3.5 VOC)
Limco 3.5 VOC Urethane is a specially formulated polyurethane with
hardener and accelerator, which produces a superior high gloss
durable finish. Limco 3.5 Urethane is also available in Quick Mix
colors.
4:1:2
4 parts 1 part 2 parts Mixed color
LHF, LHM or LHS
LR21 or LR25
Limco Basecoat (Limco 4)
Limco Basecoat is part of a basecoat/clearcoat system that features
high strength, fast hiding basecoat colors. This system can be
used for the repair of original basecoat/clearcoat finishes or for a
complete paint job. Limco Basecoat color must be clearcoated.
Limco Basecoat is also available in Quick Mix colors.
2:1
2 parts 1 part Mixed color
LBR1470, LBR1480 or LBR1490
8:1:4 (with hardener)
8 parts 1 part
4 parts
Mixed color
LHF or LH100
LBR1470, LBR1480 or LBR1490
Direct-to-metal Light Industrial Topcoat (Limco 5)
Limco DTM topcoat is a two component, high build, acrylic
urethane for topcoating properly prepared bare steel, aluminum and
galvanized substrates. Limco DTM topcoat is a very glossy, durable
and chemically-resistant topcoat finish. It has excellent flow, leveling
properties and good sag resistance.
4:1:1
4 parts 1 part 1 part Mixed color
LHF, LHM, LHS or LH710
LR10, LR11, LR12, LR13 or LR15
3.5 VOC Industrial Urethane Single Stage (Limco 7)
Limco 3.5 VOC Industrial Urethane Single Stage is a specially
formulated polyurethane with hardener and accelerator, which
produces a superior high gloss durable finish. Limco 3.5 VOC
Industrial Urethane Single Stage also available in Quick Mix colors.
4:1:2
4 parts 1 part 2 parts 8
Low VOC Product
Mixed color
LHF, LHM or LHS
LR21 or LR25
Topcoats
Supreme PLUS Basecoat
Limco SUPREME PLUS National Rule Basecoat is a Basecoat/
Clearcoat system that features high strength, fast hiding basecoat
colors and a very durable clearcoat. This system can be used for
the repair of original basecoat/clearcoat finishes or for a complete
paint job.
2:1
2 parts 1 part SUPREME PLUS Intermix Color
LR10, LR11, LR12, LR13 or LR15
Supreme PLUS Low VOC Basecoat
Limco SUPREME PLUS Low VOC Basecoat is a Basecoat/
Clearcoat system that features high strength, fast hiding basecoat
colors and a very durable clearcoat. This system can be used for
the repair of original basecoat/clearcoat finishes or for a complete
paint job.
3:1 + 3%
3 parts 1 part 3%
SUPREME PLUS Intermix Color
1 part LR21 or LR25
LH401, LH405 or LH415
Supreme PLUS Urethane Single Stage
Limco Supreme PLUS Topcoat is a specially formulated 2K
Urethane Single Stage system designed to meet the rigorous
demands of Refinish, Commercial Vehicle, Agricultural and Fleet
markets.
4:1:2
4 parts 1 part 2 parts
SUPREME PLUS Intermix Color
LHF, LHM or LHS
LR10, LR11, LR12, LR13 or LR15
Supreme PLUS Low VOC Urethane Single Stage
Limco Supreme PLUS Low VOC Topcoat is a specially formulated
2K Urethane Single Stage system designed to meet the rigorous
demands of Refinish, Commercial Vehicle, Agricultural and Fleet
markets.
8:2:2 (340 gms/liter)
8 parts 2 parts 2 parts
SUPREME PLUS Intermix Color
LH401, LH405 or LH415
LR21 or LR25
8:2:1 (420 gms/liter)
8 parts 2 parts 1 part
SUPREME PLUS Intermix Color
LH401, LH405 or LH415
LR10, LR11, LR12, LR13 or LR15
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Clearcoats
LC4000 Clearcoat
Limco LC4000 Clearcoat is an acrylic urethane clear for use over
Limco Basecoat colors. It is designed to increase the profitability
and productivity of the repair facility. It is National Rule compliant,
easy to apply and has excellent gloss and leveling.
4:1
4 parts 1 part LC4000
LHF, LHM or LHS
4:1:1 (Flexed)
4 parts 1 part 1 part LC4000
LHF, LHM or LHS
892
LC4100 High Solids Clearcoat
Limco LC4100 High Solids Clearcoat is a National Rule Compliant
acrylic urethane clear for use over Limco Basecoat and Limco
Supreme PLUS basecoat colors. It is designed to increase the
profitability and productivity of the repair facility. LC4100 is an easy
to apply two coat clear that has excellent gloss and leveling.
LC4100 offers a range of reducers to meet your temperature needs.
8:2:1
8 parts 2 parts 1 part LC4100
LHF, LHM or LHS
LR11, LR12 or LR13
4:1:1
4 parts 1 part 1 part LC4100
LHF, LHM or LHS
LR21 or LR25
4:1:1:1 (Flexed)
4 parts 1 part 1 part 1 part LC4100
LHF, LHM or LHS
LR11, LR12 or LR13
891
LC4200 2.0 VOC Clearcoat
Limco LC4200 Clearcoat is a low 2.0 VOC acrylic urethane clearcoat
for use over Limco Basecoat and Limco Supreme PLUS basecoat
colors. LC4200 is easy to apply and has excellent gloss and leveling.
4:1
4 parts 1 part LC4200
LH405 or LH415
4:1:1 (Flexed)
4 parts 1 part
1 part 10
Low VOC Product
LC4200
LH405 or LH415
892
Clearcoats
LC4500 Express Clear
Limco LC4500 Express Clear is a National Rule Compliant acrylic
urethane clear for use over Limco Basecoat and Limco Supreme
PLUS basecoat colors. It is designed to increase the profitability
and productivity of the repair facility. LC4500 is an easy to apply two
coat clear that has excellent gloss and leveling. LC4500 offers a
range of reducers to meet your temperature needs.
8:2:1
8 parts 2 parts 1 part LC4500
LHF, LHM or LHS
LR11, LR12 or LR13
4:1:1:1 (Flexed)
4 parts 1 part 1 part 1 part LC4500
LHF, LHM or LHS
LR11, LR12 or LR13
891
LC4800 Low 2.0 VOC Express Clear
Limco LC4800 Low 2.0 VOC Express Clear is a two component,
2.0 VOC compliant fast acrylic urethane clear for use over Limco
Supreme PLUS basecoat colors. It is designed to accommodate
fast air-dry and quick bake conditions, increasing the productivity
and profitability for the repair facility. It is ideal for spot and panel
repairs with easy application and good appearance.
4:1
4 parts 1 part LC4800
LH401 or LH415
4:1:1 (Flexed)
4 parts 1 part 1 part LC4800
LH415
892
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For additional information or to locate a BASF distributor near
you, call 1-800-825-3000 or visit www.basfrefinish.com.
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Further information on BASF is available on the internet at www.basf.com.
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Automotive Refinish
26701 Telegraph Rd.
Southfield, MI 48033
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100 Milverton Drive, 5th Floor
Mississauga, Ontario, Canada
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