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Powder Coaters 3 Months, 3 Weeks ago
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I figure this would be as good a place as any to ask for information or guidance on powder coating.
I am curious about buying a powder coat system so I can coat modified parts or fabricated parts instead of spray painting, etc.
Have seen several systems from $70 on up and contain a variety of accessories. Does anyone or has anyone used a certain system and should I look at one that requires a seperate air hook up or one that already supplies the air. I have several compressors so the air is not a problem.
Any feedback would be appreciated.
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Re:Powder Coaters 3 Months, 3 Weeks ago
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just remember that after you coat something, it has to be baked. I dont know for how long or how hot but i know they are baked. I just sent out my rims, rear hub and pulley to get coated.
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Re:Powder Coaters 3 Months, 3 Weeks ago
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Powder coating is easier that regular painting.
You'll obviously need the gun .... lots of places on line.
You need a clean area (large 50" TV box works quite well  )
450 degree oven .... regular stove is OK ... pick up a used one somewhere.
Any compressor works.
For large parts you need the special heat lamps that you can buy where you buy the gun.
Piece of cake.
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Re:Powder Coaters 3 Months, 3 Weeks ago
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The parts are also electrically charged so that the coating process is stronger....thats why you can only powder coat metal
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Re:Powder Coaters 3 Months, 3 Weeks ago
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I knew a a good used electric stove would come in handy LOL!!  All the junk I keep around and never throw out. Any particular thing to look for in the brand?? I am not looking into the professional ones just a quality one for odds and ends like brackets, rims, etc... Found a chicago brand, a Elite HOTCOAT kit, and several that dont require a compressor but think those might be a bit of trouble in the long run..
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Re:Powder Coaters 3 Months, 3 Weeks ago
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I really dont know which machines are better then others, but with many things like tools I would asume you get what you pay for.
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Re:Powder Coaters 3 Months, 3 Weeks ago
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Depends on how much you going to do. If it's a one shot deal then get the cheapest you can.
If you're looking for the longer haul, the one with an adjustable voltage supply.
Check out Casewell ... I think they have an Powder Coating 101 page.
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Re:Powder Coaters 3 Months, 3 Weeks ago
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If you're looking for a home powder coating system, I would go with the Eastwood HotCoat system. They've been around the longest, as far as I know and they've got an excellent selection of powders and tools.
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