Electrophoretic (Cathodic) Painting

E-Coat, EP Paint, Electropaint, known by various names, has become established in recent years as an economical corrosion resistant and decorative finish on its own or as a primer.

Predominantly used in the Automotive market for under bonnet and passenger compartment components it is a Black Paint finish with a uniform thickness ranging from 18 microns up to 30 microns.

It is a complete submersion coating process applied very much as a plating is applied starting with degreasing and zinc phosphating.

Features are:
•  Black Paint thickness ranging from 18 microns up to 30 microns
•  All over coating due to submersion process
•  Excellent Corrosion Resistance
•  Good as a primer for use with other coatings
•  Economical
•  Fast Turnaround as process is ‘always on’.

Typical components are:
•  Fuel Filler Tubes
•  Car and Commercial vehicle Seats and Bracketry
•  Brackets, Levers and operating parts under bonnet.
•  Seat Belt Anchors
•  Tow Bar Plates
•  Door Catches
•  Striker Loops

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