Powder coating in the automotive industry

Powder coating materials are not used very often in the automotive industry, but they are indispensable for some spare parts. Especially for those who must withstand numerous mechanical damages. Car rims take a lot of damage — scratches from sand, rocks, curbs, and more. The American car manufacturer “Ram” covers the trunks of its famous trucks with moiré powder coating.

Why is this reliable type of paint materials so narrowly used in car manufacturing?

Difficulties in painting

A car completely covered with powder material is still the dream of many motorists. However, the process of polymerization of the entire body is technically complex and costly. In order for the paint to harden, you need a very large oven sizes, a lot of energy, and in a larger space it is difficult to maintain stable heating so that the structure heats up evenly.

The shape of the machine also makes it difficult to apply paint evenly. All curves will have a thick or thin layer, which will definitely affect the appearance and level of protection.

Successful use

Therefore, only some parts of cars that are subjected to significant loads are covered with powder paints: elements of the chassis, engine, crankcase protection, sometimes bumpers. The decorative qualities of powder paints deserve special attention – coatings with a chrome effect reliably protect against rust and create stunning view.

Acrylic paints are widely used in the automotive industry. They form a reliable polymer film only in combination with other types of coatings, and their main advantage lies in aesthetics. The detail, painted with acrylic, has a unique shine and iridescence in sunlight.

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