Powder Coat?
Powder Coat?
Guys don't laugh... Just basic questions here...
What is Powder Coat Paint?
How is it different from lets say Lacquer Paint on a bike?
Can Powder Coat paint be bought in Spray can?
If you paint Bike with lets say Red Oxide (several coats then do 8-10 coats of custom color (lacquer) how to protect from fuel spill discoloration?
Is there a special Clear coat to top with to protect?
I am familiar with spraying Raceboats (Fiberglass) I used Imron to keep flexing from cracking paint I used my Custom Colors (using Imron mix) to get finish I wanted then topped off with multiple coats of a Polypropylene Gloss Clear. You can use this clear over Lacquer but not vice-versa. It will severely crack.
What is Powder Coat Paint?
How is it different from lets say Lacquer Paint on a bike?
Can Powder Coat paint be bought in Spray can?
If you paint Bike with lets say Red Oxide (several coats then do 8-10 coats of custom color (lacquer) how to protect from fuel spill discoloration?
Is there a special Clear coat to top with to protect?
I am familiar with spraying Raceboats (Fiberglass) I used Imron to keep flexing from cracking paint I used my Custom Colors (using Imron mix) to get finish I wanted then topped off with multiple coats of a Polypropylene Gloss Clear. You can use this clear over Lacquer but not vice-versa. It will severely crack.
Road Master
Joined: Nov 2014
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From: Nevada
Powder coat is basically just as it says...colored powder that is applied with a special gun set-up that electrically charges the powder to a grounded metal part.Part is placed in an oven,and baked to "melt/bond" the powder to the part.Differs in the process,and powder is much more durable than paint.It cannot be had in a spray can as far as I'm aware.
As far as the paint protection,I believe Eastwood makes a 2 part clearcoat that comes in an aerosol can that is fuel resistant.
As far as the paint protection,I believe Eastwood makes a 2 part clearcoat that comes in an aerosol can that is fuel resistant.
Tourer
Joined: Nov 2013
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From: Bear Creek PA
Its also sometimes referred to as electroplating, which gives you a little more insight into the process. But yes, you electrically charge the piece of metal, then spray the powder onto it, it sticks due to the electrical charge, and then its baked on. Its very durable for corrosion resistance but can be damaged physically (and not easily repaired) by gouging or abrasion. Its not something you can typically do at home. Guys I used to go off-roading with initially did their bumpers, rocker guards, etc with PC, until you got that first scratch or rock rash, then theres no way the DIY-er can touch it up.
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