NEW POWDER COATING GUN, NO AIR COMPRESOR NEEDED! NEW Start Price USD 109.95 Current Price USD 109.95 Time Left 4 days 7 hours 18 minutes Bid Count 0 Buy It Now Price - Reserve Price - Start Time Tuesday, October 14, 2008 End Time Monday, January 12, 2009 Location Comstock Park, MI See more about 'NEW POWDER COATING GUN, NO AIR COMPRESOR NEEDED! NEW' Description What do you get? Application Gun Storage Case 120 VAC Plug 10 pc. Silicone plug assortment 10 pc., 2" hooks Hi-Temp Tape (1/2" x 24 yards) Powder Cup Detailed Instructions                                      WHAT IS POWDER COATING? The WAI Powder Coating System effectively puts one more durable, simple finishing option within the reach of anyone who wants it. Powder coating works by electrostatically applying a powder to metal (and some-non-metal) surfaces. The coated piece is then heated in a standard non-food prep. electric oven at 400°F for approximate 30 minutes. The resulting finish looks like paint but is more durable and scratch-resistant. Powder coating is the process of electrostatically spraying pulverized particles of plastic (usually polyester or polyurethane) onto a clean metal substrate (the part to be coated). The applied powder is then heated (cured) at a temperature of 400°F peak metal temperature for 10-30 minutes. Once the part has been cured for the proper time, and is cool to the touch, the part is ready to be placed into service. Powder coating offers superior durability and is very resistant to corrosion, cracking, UV rays, scratches, grease, and most chemicals. Powder coating easily turns unattractive parts, into beautifully coated works of art!         HOW TO POWDER COAT  1. Properly prep your piece: You must remove any corrosion or previous coatings before powder coating. Just as you would prep the part for a high quality paint job. Corrosion can be removed with abrasive blasting, wire brush or chemicals. Pervious coatings can easily be removed with liquid paint stripper  2. Properly clean your piece: After you have removed any corrosion or coatingsthoroughly wipe down the part with lacquer thinner or acetone to completely remove any residual grease or oils  3. Masking: You must mask any areas where you do not want powder. Powder is very durable and therefore it is very tough to remove. The supplied tape is used to mask areas and the plugs will mask any threaded holes.NOTE: The masking tape and plugs are applied before powder application and removed after the oven cure and cool down.TIP: Tip mask large areas you can use aluminum foil along with the masking tape.  4. Part hanging:: Parts can either be hung from below the oven rack or set on top. Just as with liquid coating if any area of the part touches the oven rack lit will leave a mark, so you best finish is obtained by hanging below the rack with the supplied hooks.TIP: You can also use un-coated coat hangers or steel wire to hang parts  5. Spraying Powder application is very simple and straightforward. Simply fill the powder cup with your desired color of powder and spray!  6. Curing The powder must be heat cured to transform it from a solid powder (similar to flour) into a gel state that allows the particles to melt and adhere to the surface. This operation MUST be performed in a non-food prep oven. The oven is preheated to 400F; once the part is powder coated carefully move the oven rack into the oven. Check the part every 5 minutes until the ENTIRE part has turned from a dry powder state to the gel state (this is easily identified as the powder will be glossy and look wet). Once this happens set your timer for 20 minutes. Once cured allow the part to cure and put back in serviceTIP: Small toaster ovens can be obtained for about $20 or even less at flea markets. Start with this size and then keep your eyes open for associates, friends, etc that are upgrading their kitchen oven. Once you start powder coating you will realize the benefits, ease and want to do larger parts!    What can be powder coated: Essentially any metal object that can withstand the 400 F cure temperature can be powder coated. Objects that have gaskets, wires, grease seals, bearings or plastic components must first be disassembled to remove these components that will not with stand the cure temperature     BENEFITS  Aerosol Paint vs. Powder Coating   Aerosol WAI Powder Coating System Highly toxic solvents such as Toluene, MEK, etc. Release of CFC's into the atmosphere Cancer causing chemicals/isocyanides Potential for runs, drips, sags Overspray problems Lengthy 12-48 hour cure time Limited colors/textures Relatively low service temperature Poor UV/salt spray protection Solvent clean up     No harmful toxins or chemicals EPA approved process No CFC's Elimination of runs, drips, sags, errors Overspray is simply swept up and disposed of Very quick 10-30 minute cure time Over 250 colors / texture selection 300° F + service temperature 1500+ hour salt spray / corrosion protection Consumer preferred finish What you need to Powder Coat... Powder System. NON-FOOD Toaster oven or regular oven  WAI Powder Coating Material. Non-food prep. oven Part to powder coat. A safe, clean, well-lit and well ventilated area. Disposable dust mask. Hi-Temp Masking Tape (1/2" x 24 yards) Disposable vinyl or nitride gloves, to be used with part preparation solvents. Eye protection. Timer. Powder coating accessories (included with WAI Powder Coating System): high temperature masking tape; pack of 10 high temperature silicone plugs; pack of 10 hooks; instruction booklet . Cleaning supplies, paint stripper to wipe parts to be coated.        FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS Is Powder Coating more durable than liquid paint?Powder coated parts will be more flexible, UV and chemical resistant than typical enamel or aerosol coatings. Powder coated parts will also be more corrosion resistant than most aerosol coatings. Can I powder coat over rust?NO, just as in applying a quality liquid coating you must remove the rust or corrosion first. This is accomplished with abrasive blasting, wire brush, an angle grinder with wire wheel, or sand paper. Can I powder coat over paint?If the coating can withstand the 400°F cure then you can apply powder coat over it. If you are not sure of the previous coating or there are signs of coating failure it is best to remove the coating. This is easily accomplished with liquid paint removers available at home improvement or hardware stores. You may also remove the coating with abrasive blasting, wire brush, an angle grinder with wire wheel, or sandpaper. How do I remove corrosion?Corrosion can be removed by abrasive blasting, wire brush on an angle grinder withwire wheel or sandpaper. How do I remove paint?Paint can be removed with liquid paint strippers, abrasive blasting, wire wheel on an angle grinder or sandpaper. How do I prep my part?It is best to powder coat over bare clean metal. Be sure to wipe part with quality laquer thinner or acetone before coating. Using the above methods of paint and rust removal will assure a high quality finish. What is the average coverage of the powder?The 1.5 oz. Powder Packet will yield approximately 7 sq. ft. of coverage. Just as with liquid coatings this will vary with the type of part to be coated. If the part is a large flat object you will transfer more of the powder to the part than if you were coating a part thathad many holes. Transfer of the powder to the part may decrease due to the powderbeing "blown” through the holes of part to be coated. Are any toxic fumes generated during the cure?As with any coating process you must cure the powder in a ventilated area. The powder does not contain the VOC’s (volatile organic compounds) associated with solvent basedaerosol coatings, but you may notice a slight odor as the metal is heated to 400°F. Will the WAI System obtain the same results as a professional?Your WAI Powder Coat System will give you professional results if you follow theinstructions in this manual. The powder coating material itself is the same chemistry as what is used by professionals. Why use powder in place of liquid or aerosol coatings?Speed of application, faster clean up, no hazardous solvents, environmentally friendly, more durable and flexible than most liquid coatings, very chemical resistant and the elimination of runs, drips, sags and defects. 01-06100 Place a Bid!