TIGER Drylac® Series 59
Your choice for weather-resistant powder coatings in non-architectural environments.
Quick facts:
- Polyester powder coating for exterior, non-architectural applications
- Available in smooth and textured surfaces
- Gloss ranges from glossy to matte
- Selection of unique special effects
- Excellent adhesion, hardness, and impact resistance
- Popular in industrial environments
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Please note: Separate Datasheets apply for Dormant, Flip-Flop and Neon Products within TIGER Drylac® Series 59!
What is Series 59?
Series 59 is TIGER's go-to polyester powder coating for exterior applications where robust weather resistance is required, but architectural certification is not. It delivers reliable protection against UV exposure, moisture, and mechanical stress - making it well-suited to the demanding environments of agricultural and construction equipment as well as general industrial applications. Unlike the certified architectural series (e. g. Series 29, Series 68…), Series 59 is not positioned for facade or other architectural applications. Instead, it fills the important space between basic interior coatings and full architectural-grade systems, offering a meaningful step up in outdoor durability for products that live and work outdoors, without the cost or specification overhead of certified systems.
Where it's used
Series 59 is designed for exterior and semi-exposed applications across a wide range of industries, most prominently General Industry, but also other product categories. It is particularly well established in sectors where parts are exposed to the elements but do not fall under architectural specification requirements.
- Construction Equipment
- Patio and outdoor furniture
- Garden equipment and tools
- Sporting goods and recreational equipment
- Steel construction and general metalwork
- General industrial exterior components
Primary substrates: Aluminium, steel, and galvanized steel. Selection of the appropriate pretreatment method depends on the substrate type and intended application environment - please refer to the pretreatment table in the Product Data Sheet.
Certifications and Quality
An Environmental Product Declaration (EPD) documents the environmental impact and carbon footprint (Global Warming Potential) of a product based on objective, neutral lifecycle data. For the Austrian-produced Series 59 (Polyester/HAA), TIGER provides its own specific EPD, which features a reduced Global Warming Potential of 3.64 kg CO2 eq/kg, well below industry association averages.
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EPD | TIGER Drylac® Polyester-Primid Series (14, 29, 58, 59, 67, 68)
Application and Processing
Most Series 59 powder coatings are standard stock items developed for Corona-Application. Custom-order products are also available in Tribostatic formulation on inquiry. Detailed processing instructions are provided in our General Application Guidelines.
The right film thickness depends on the finish you are applying. Staying within the specified range for your chosen product is important for both appearance and performance:
- Smooth finishes: 60–80 µm
- Fine texture matte: 70–90 µm
- Rough texture glossy: 90–120 µm
Curing conditions for Series 59 coatings vary depending on the exact finish chosen:
Smooth Glossy / Rough Texture Glossy | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Substrate Temperature |
| Min. Curing Time |
| Max. Curing Time |
200°C |
| 7 minutes |
| 12 minutes |
190°C |
| 10 minutes |
| 25 minutes |
170°C |
| 20 minutes |
| 40 minutes |
Smooth Semi Gloss | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Substrate Temperature |
| Min. Curing Time |
| Max. Curing Time |
200°C |
| 7 minutes |
| 14 minutes |
185°C |
| 13 minutes |
| 26 minutes |
170°C |
| 20 minutes |
| 40 minutes |
Smooth Matte / Fine Texture Matte | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Substrate Temperature |
| Min. Curing Time |
| Max. Curing Time |
200°C |
| 10 minutes |
| 15 minutes |
180°C |
| 17 minutes |
| 25 minutes |
170°C |
| 20 minutes |
| 30 minutes |
It is essential to measure substrate temperature, not oven air temperature, and to stay within both the minimum and maximum curing times. Under- or over-curing can affect mechanical properties, visual appearance and warranty validity. Full curing parameter charts are available in the Product Data Sheet!
At a film thickness of 60 µm, Series 59 yields a theoretical coverage of 9.8 to 13.8 m² per kilogram, depending on the specific gravity of the color chosen. Specific gravity ranges from 1.2 to 1.7 g/cm³ and varies with pigmentation: lighter colours and whites typically sit at the lower end of the gravity range and therefore cover more area per kilogram, while heavily pigmented or metallic variants sit higher. For practical planning purposes, coverage at thicker film thicknesses, such as the 90 to 120 µm required for rough texture glossy, will be proportionally lower. The TIGER Coverage Calculator provides detailed guidance on estimating coverage for specific products and film thicknesses and is available for free.
Series 59 powder coatings should be stored in dry conditions at a temperature of no more than 25 °C, away from direct sunlight and extended heat exposure. Storing the product outside these conditions, particularly in warm or humid environments, can affect powder flowability, electrostatic behaviour, and surface quality after application. Series 59 usually comes with a 12-month shelf-live (6 months in some exceptions), which should always be observed; powder used beyond expiry falls outside the product specification.
Frequently Asked Questions
Series 59 and Series 45 are both powder coating systems engineered for external applications excluding Architecture. Series 45 however introduces a broader curing window through TIGER's FlexCure technology as well as thin-film formulations available as stock products for selected colors and finishes. FlexCure series are designed to give applicators more flexibility in curing while maintaining the same surface quality and standards as their counterparts.
Yes. Series 59 can be applied to steel and galvanized steel with appropriate pretreatment. For exterior steel construction, TIGER also offers the TIGER-SHIELD two-layer system for enhanced corrosion protection.
Yes, with additional requirements. In C5 environments (per EN ISO 12944-2) we specifically recommend a 2-layer system using a TIGER Primer (Series 270, 271, 272, or 273). Regarding pre-treatment, quality regulations set out by GSB International and QUALICOAT must be followed at all times to achieve reliable results. For aluminium we suggest an etch rate of at least 1.5 g/m² or pre-anodisation as pretreatment, while for steel substrates we see hot-dip galvanizing as the optimal pretreatment option. As Series 59 holds no official certificates for C5 applications, corrosion performance and suitability for your indivdual case still need to be verified through independent testing. Alternatively, one can also use a 2-layer, Qualisteelcoat-Certified TIGER architectural system (Steel only).
Samples for products from our Standard Stock List and Color Cards are available through our Webshop (up to 3 free samples per order) and our local sales reps / authorised distributors. For custom colours/effects or Tribostatic formulations, feel free to reach out to us!