Fiber Shield Barrier Coat (FSV-20)
Fiber Shield™ (FSV) is a lightweight and sprayable barrier coat and print blocker. It provides superior blister resistance, blocks print, drastically reduces orange peel, and greatly improves thermal shock resistance. FSV also allows manufacturers to accelerate the production cycle compared to laminates fabricated using a conventional skin coat.
FSV is a sprayable barrier coat that greatly enhances the cosmetics of components where it is used. More specifically, FSV can be used to eliminate "print-through" of glass reinforcements and cores and create a mirror-like finish on surfaces, even when dark colors are used. Effective in both hand-laid and infused laminates, FSV minimizes air entrapment and significantly reduces or eliminates the need for finishing rework. In addition to greatly improving the quality of products made with it, FSV also extends the life of molds by protecting against laminate heat and shrinkage. FSV is 100% vinyl-ester-based and provides excellent blister resistance for boats, pools, and spas. FSV will help produce a mirror-like finish in shops with demanding process times, easing the burden on lamination to produce class A finish parts the first time without rework.
Highlights:
- Shields the finished surface from heat, shrinkage and fiber print of the laminate, providing a great surface profile
- 100% premium Vinyl-ester-resin base for superior blister resistance, added toughness and fatigue resistance
- Reduces or eliminates gel coat rework
- Reduces the textured appearance (orange peel) on finishes
- Reduces air voids by filling smaller radii
- Reduces wear and tear on molded surfaces
- Lightweight.
- Low VOC mixture/MACT compliant
- Improves impact resistance
- Reduces stress cracking
- Improves NVH quality of the laminate
- Forgiving and easy to apply