INTRODUCTION
FH-MP Series is metallic finish powder coatings with highly decorative finishes available in any of chemistry types e.g. epoxy, polyester and epoxy-polyester. To preserve the decorative appearance of polyester-based metallic finishes for outdoor use, a clear topcoat is highly recommended.
FEATURES
· Metallic / Pearl powder coating is a range of metallic effect powder mixed with pearl pigments , copper , gold or aluminum silver # pigments, offering various colorful metal shining effects.
· Offering considerably improved mechanical properties and chemical resistance.
· Available in a range of chemistry types and can be custom matched as per user’s requirements.
· Clear Topcoat is recommended to overcoat.
· Dry blending or bonding options
Bonded (FH-MP-B) and dry blending (FH-MP-D) metallic powder have very different properties during application .Both of them are optional according to your requirement.
Bonded Metallic Powder (FH-MP-B)
· Base powder and metallic pigments does not be divided
· Can use after reclaimed
· Reclaim to virgin powder ration be kept as low as possible
· High Metallic Effect
· A little bit expensive
· No defects on a coated film
· Rejection ration Below 5% Metallic Powder had been combined with base powder
Dry Blending Metallic Powder (FH-MP-D)
· Base powder and metallic pigments can be divided
· Can not use after reclaimed
· Tends to separate from the power during application
· Low Metallic Effect
· Cheaper than Bonded Metallic Powder
· Defects (spit, lump etc.) on a coated film
· Rejection ration 30~40%
· Base powder and metallic powder have been detached
GLOSS AND COLOR RANGE
· Gloss levels range from matt to high gloss depending on the chemistry system.
· Smooth, flat metallics or sparkling metallics are available.
· Colors is matched upon request , no full color range is available.
APPLICATION SCHEDULE
· Applied by electrostatic spraying gun that can provide negative tension of 60-80 kV.
· Curing schedule : 180-200°C /10-15 minutes depending on the powder chemistry system.
· Optimal film thickness : 60 -90 um
The metallic finish obtained depends on the coating thickness. Excessively thin or thick films will not give a satisfactory finish.
SUBSTRATES AND PRE-TREATMENT
Applied to the following substrates after the appropriate cleaning and conversion coating.
· Ferrous metals(cold rolled steel, cast iron etc.): Iron or zinc phosphatation
· Zinc surfaces(galvanized steel, zinc alloy) : Chromatation or zinc phosphatation
· Aluminum alloys : Chromatation
STORAGE
· Should be stored under dry conditions with good ventilation at a temperature not exceeding 30 C.
· Storage period recommended should not exceed 6 months, in case exceeding 6 months without affecting their free flowing properties, the powder will still have optimal characteristics.
· Should be protected from excessive heat, humidity, water and contamination with foreign materials such as powder, dust, dirt, etc.
· Any leftover powder should be kept in an appropriate area that is cool and dry. Do not expose to the air too long as the powder properties may deteriorate with the moisture
We offer powder coating capabilities that include a wide spectrum of colors, thickness, textures, softness, edge coverage, flexibilities, machinabilities, smoothness and temperature ranges. Free samples are available.