Originally posted by fritzmccorkle
<br />very nice. what do you need to do powder coating besides the powder? is it difficult? what can you powder coat over?
Thanks.
In addition to the powders, you need a system of applying it. There are many on the market. most of which require some sort of simple air compressor. There are several guns arriving on the market that are all in one and do not require a compressor. Essentially, your gun his connected to your compressor just like you would a spray gun. Only instead of wet paint you are casting a talcum like powder when you pull the trigger. Also the system runs are only 8 to 10 psi as opposed to 40-90+ depending on your paint gun. The gun charges the particles negatively while a terminal wire connected to the parts charges them positively. Opposites attract. The powder maintains a static charge adheres to the pieces. Usually, wires or metal racks are used to lace the parts on. Since the racks or wires are conductive, the terminal can be attached to them allowing for complete coating of an outer surface. Then the parts are placed in an oven and baked. The result is very durable. A simple example of the black can be found on any late model Harley Davidson frame, and the clear on all late model Harley gas tanks. Many car manufacturers are switching to powdercoated clear coats due to their durability and ease of application.
Finally, you can powdercoat just about any metal. It really needs to be bare for best results and for the powders to stick once baked on. There are some materials that are harder to work with (Cast Aluminum for example). As long as it can conduct, and take the heat of the oven, usually no problem.
Hope that helps.
Cheers,
Fangar
