Top-Cast is a water-based, top-surface retarder which does not require covering with plastic for protection. It is available in 12 depths of etch, each one color and number coded for safety and convenience. Comprehensive range of etch depths Excellent depth of etch control Color and Number coded products.
Top-Cast is a water-based, top-surface retarder which does not require covering with plastic for protection. It is available in 12 depths of etch, each one color and number coded for safety and convenience.
Comprehensive range of etch depths
Excellent depth of etch control
Color and Number coded products
Pigmented for ease of application
Excellent coverage rates
Requires no plastic covering
Fast turnaround
Low odor
No. Code
Etch Aggregate Size to Exposure
Color Code
01
Light Acid Wash
White
03
Acid Etch Finish
Violet
05
Sandblast Finish
Light Blue
15
Up to 1/4" (up to 6.5mm)
Yellow
25
1/8" - 3/8" (3mm - 6.5mm)
Beige
50
1/8" - 3/8" (3mm - 9.5mm)
Canary Green
75
1/8" - 3/8" (3mm - 9.5mm)
Blue
100
1/8" - 3/8" (3mm - 6.5mm)
Gray
125
3/8" - 5/8" (9.5mm - 13mm)
Pink
150
3/8" - 1" (9.5mm - 16mm)
Green
200
5/8" - 1" (16mm - 25mm)
Salmon
250
1" - 1 1/2" (25mm - 38mm)
Orange
Values listed are for 3500 psi mix. In some conditions with certain mixes it may be neccessary to rinse the retarded matrix the same day.