UNIVERSAL DK GRAY PRIMER - Transtar

The Transtar 6021 UNIVERSAL DK GRAY PRIMER is a high-quality lacquer (nitrocellulose) primer surfacer engineered for professional automotive and industrial applications. This dark gray primer offers robust filling and sanding characteristics, ensuring a smooth, consistent base for subsequent topcoats. Its fast-drying formula and excellent adhesion properties make it an essential component for efficient and durable refinishing projects.

Key Features

• Fast Drying: Designed for rapid project turnaround, the primer dries quickly, minimizing downtime between coats and accelerating workflow.
• Easy Sanding: Achieves a fine featheredge when sanded, allowing for effortless blending and a flawless surface preparation.
• Excellent Adhesion: Provides a strong, reliable bond to a variety of substrates, significantly reducing the risk of peeling or chipping.
• Superior Filling Properties: Effectively fills minor imperfections, creating a uniform surface that is ideal for final paint application.
• Outstanding Topcoat Holdout: Ensures consistent gloss and color appearance of the topcoat, while its dark gray hue can enhance the opacity of lighter finish colors.
• Versatile Compatibility: Compatible with a wide range of topcoat systems, including acrylic enamels, acrylic lacquers, alkyd enamels, and urethane enamels.

Applications

This universal primer is formulated for professional technicians and mechanics in automotive collision repair, restoration, and general industrial finishing. It is suitable for application on diverse surfaces such as bare steel, raw rigid plastics (SMC, BMC), fiberglass, gel coat, body filler, OEM E-Coat, and existing OEM finishes. The Transtar 6021 provides a crucial foundational layer, offering protection against rust and environmental damage, and ensuring optimal adhesion for a lasting finish.

Specifications

• Manufacturer: Transtar
• Model Number: 6021
• Color: Dark Gray
• Mix Ratio (by volume): 1 part primer to 1½ - 2 parts acetone. Do not use wash thinner.
• Flash Between Coats: 10-15 minutes
• Dry to Sand: 30 minutes
• Dry Film Thickness: 1.5-2.0 mils per coat (do not exceed 6 mils total)