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-----Powder Coating with Primers
2006
Q. Our product is a alternative power generator set which generally is used in outside applications. The cabinet is powder coated with a prime coat for additional corrosion resistance.
Question: Various coaters suggest using one (or none) the following primers:
1. E Coat
2. Rich zinc coating
3. Phosphate dip
4. Epoxy grey primer
We are not experts in powder coating -- which is best? Are they relatively equivalent? How about the cost factor?
Would appreciate your comments.
genset manufacturer - Anderson, Indiana
A. From this distance, #3 followed by #1 because this will insure at reasonable cost that all areas are pretreated and all areas have some paint Good luck.
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2006
A. Acrylic E COAT is the best option if your production is in bulk. it has zero paint loss and have cost benefit in long run as compared to others.
THANKS
SURYA
- Delhi, INDIA
March 25, 2009
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