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How to Powder Coat

WELCOME TO OUR COMPREHENSIVE GUIDE ON DIY POWDER COATING.

WE WILL PROVIDE YOU WITH EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW TO ACHIEVE A PERFECT FINISH ON YOUR COMPONENTS

Our step-by-step guide is designed to help even beginners achieve a professional-quality finish. We will cover everything from preparing the surface to applying the powder and curing the finish.

In addition to our written guide, we offer a variety of helpful videos to guide you through the process. Our videos cover each step of the process in detail, allowing you to see exactly how each stage should be completed.

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Powder Coating

HERE IS A, EASY STEP-BY-STEP GUIDE FOR POWDER COATING AT HOME

  1. Preparation: First, you must prepare the surface you want to coat. This includes removing any existing coatings, rust, or debris. Use a degreaser to clean the surface thoroughly and ensure it is completely dry. At this point, mask off any threads or areas not requiring covering with powder before moving on to the next step.

  2. Setting up: Set up your powder coating equipment, including the gun, compressor, and powder container. Ensure you have enough space to work and wear protective clothing and equipment like gloves, goggles, and a respirator. Please refer to supplied manual for safety-related information 

  3. Applying the powder: Hang the part on a hook and attach the earth lead to the component you want to coat. Then, load the powder into the gun and adjust the air pressure to the recommended level. Screw the flow screw to the closed position (clockwise); then while aiming the gun tip away from the part, pull the gun trigger fully and gradually unscrew the flow screw, so the powder exits the tip of the gun as a gentle cloud. Eventually, experience will determine the size of the cloud. Apply the powder roughly 20cm from the part in a smooth motion, covering the entire surface. Note coat all internal corners first as it will be harder to get full coverage if left till last, and remember to unclip the earth lead and cover that area.

  4. Curing: Once the part is coated, transfer it to an electric oven to cure the powder. Ensure the oven is dedicated to powder coating and not used for cooking. The curing temperature and time will depend on the type of powder you are using, but as a rough guide cure the part by achieving a surface temperature of 180 deg c and then letting it cure for a further 10 minutes (for some powders, this will vary up to 200 deg c for 15 min's) As a tip, the surface of the part will be at the correct temp when it fully glosses over

  5. Cooling: Once the curing process is complete, let the part cool down to room temperature. Then, remove it from the oven and inspect it for any imperfections.

  6. Finishing: If you need to add a second coat or apply any additives for a special finish, follow the same process as before. Once the final coat is cured, your part is ready to use.

Remember to clean your equipment thoroughly after each use to keep it in good condition and ensure a high-quality finish every time.

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