Painting Terms: A Comprehensive Glossary (Articles)

A

Stripping
Removing the paint film by dissolving or detaching it with chemicals.

Covering materials
Materials such as special paper, films, and adhesive tapes to cover the...
To protect parts that are not intended to receive any coating from unwanted material deposition.


Bleed-off time
The time between two spraying applications to allow the surface to evaporate.
to leave.

Scraping
Smoothing surfaces with razor blades or fine abrasive materials.

Becoming matte, e.g., in base coats, which means the evaporation of volatile substances.
Components of fresh paint layers.


Peeling/Flaking
See under adhesion problems

Settling/Sedimentation
Sediment formation from heavier components of a paint, such as pigments.
and fillers; therefore, carefully prepare paints before application.
to agitate (see also under sediment formation).

Acrylic resin paints
Synthetic resin paints are based on acrylic acid esters and methacrylic acid esters.
produced. These are dried physically. They are characterized by rapid...
Drying, clarity, lightfastness, and gloss.

Adhesion
The force of attraction between substances. It is important in coating technology.
of great importance, as it creates the adhesion to...
Substrates.

Airbrush
Application method for artistic surface design.
with specialized tools (e.g., an airbrush) and techniques.


Active pigments
Pigments that form a chemical bond with the binder through saponification.
to achieve favorable properties while providing optimal corrosion protection.
offer, e.g., lead chromate and zinc chromate.

Priming
Forced ventilation with air nozzles and compressed air during processing.
from water-based slags.
Dissolving
The substrate or the existing paint layer of an object to be painted.
will be caused by substances contained in the paint material used during top coating.
Solvents and diluents dissolved; desirable for plastic substrates.
(good adhesion), but unsuitable for old paintwork (the paint layer becomes unusable).


Mixing
Preparing a workable and suitable paint mixture according to the specified requirements.
A mixture, typically consisting of base coat, hardener, and thinner.


Orange peel effect
A surface imperfection, named after its appearance, which is more or less...
occurs frequently with all spray paint applications. This can be caused by incorrect spray viscosity.
Injection pressure, room temperature, injection technique, or dilution – this affects...
Effect appears as a noticeable defect due to painting errors.

Application
The process of applying coating material by brushing, rolling, or spraying.
Diving, rolling, etc., onto objects.

Stirring.
Due to storage, the heavier components of the mixture settle at the bottom of the container.
Remove the paint material in layers. They must be re-applied before processing.
"should be evenly distributed. Important: remove dust from the lid before opening."
remove from the rim of the can. After opening, in the upper, more liquid part.
Gradually add part of the mixture to the bottom using a whisk.
Stir until all sediment is fully incorporated and no longer settles to the bottom.
is.

Swimming in or out
Coatings with pigments of very different specific weights.
and varying particle size (e.g., light blue pastel shades).
These pigments tend to float to the surface. This separation of the pigments is clearly visible in the mixture.
oder in der noch frischen Lackierung an die Oberfläche. Normally.
This phenomenon can be prevented by adding suitable additives.
However, it is important to note: stir thoroughly, and do not dilute too much.
Avoid applying too much product, as this can result in an uneven finish.
Show the hue or effect.
Fading
Colorfully pigmented coatings that, when exposed to light,
Moisture or chemicals can cause discoloration or fading, often due to a lack of...
Explained by lightfastness and excessive white mixing.


Scaling
Destruction of the binder due to chemical or weather-related factors.
Influences. The pigments lose their embedding within the binder and...
"They detach from the paint surface. The painted surface..."
It appears dull, lifeless, and pale.




B
Basic colors A color mixing station (mixing system) consists of basic colors. These individual...
Basic color tones can be used to create almost all known colors and their variations.
Nuances of the corresponding paint system based on mixing formulas measured on a scale.
Mix.
Base coat
. The base coat is the layer of paint that provides the color and effect in a two-coat paint system.
It needs to be coated with clear lacquer for the effect to become visible.
and that the paint finish remains durable. The dry thickness of the base coat layer is...
The thickness in automotive paint is approximately 20 μm.

Base coat concentrates
These are solid and effect base colors that belong to an automotive paint mixing system.
Unlike common base colors, these are concentrated and were only introduced recently.
The product should be diluted according to the processing instructions.

Spot spraying / Over-spraying
Applying a base coat to adjacent areas for color matching.
Subsequently, a complete coating with clear lacquer is required.


Wetting
The ability of a coating material to spread evenly and without defects on a substrate.
to be distributed. In the case of crater formation, for example, there is a wetting disorder.
caused by contamination such as grease, silicone, wax, etc.


Binders
Are the non-volatile, dissolved components of a paint, which...
die Pigmentteilchen miteinander und dem Untergrund verbinden. They are drying.
physically or chemically bound together, forming a continuous and stable structure.
Paint film.

Blistering
Gas or liquid-filled inclusions in the paint, formed by...
due to insufficiently dried compressed air and hygroscopic materials.
(Salts, hand sweat) damp or porous surfaces.
Bleeding/saturation.
Penetration or migration of components within the substrate.
Painting can lead to staining, for example, due to improperly applied paint.
2K filler or tar-containing surfaces. Solution: Isolate the substrate.
with suitable, non-reactive materials.

Sediment formation
Also known as sedimentation. Due to the higher density of pigments and fillers.
"Over time, these particles tend to settle and sink to the bottom. Additives called anti-settling agents are used in paints to..."
und Spachtelmaterialien in der Regel lange lagerfähig gehalten. On.
Sprayable consistency: Diluted paint materials should be used immediately.
will become, as the low viscosity prevents sediment from settling.
Products that have been over-processed cannot be properly mixed anymore.
verschandeln paint finishes cannot then be guaranteed.





D
Topcoat
The final layer of paint that protects the entire paint system from external factors.
Protects and makes surfaces more durable. For automotive paint finishes.
Is this dried layer located within a thickness range of approximately 50 μm?

Opacity Properties of a pigmented material that affect color or color differences.
to cover the underlying surface. Poor coverage can be due to inadequate...
It may be due to excessive stirring or over-dilution.
White or pastel colors typically have high opacity.
Klarlacke und Lasurfarben haben kein oder wenig Deckvermögen. Color tones,
which can only be produced using a high proportion of glazing pigments.
allow, but have only low coverage. Low opacity may.
should not result in an overly thick layer of paint, but rather should be achieved through the use of appropriately tinted...
The initial material must be balanced.

Diffusion
The penetration or permeation of gaseous, liquid, or solid substances.
into surrounding or adjacent layers, for example, to supply blood flow or facilitate moisture exchange.
between the coated surface and the atmosphere, beneficial in...
water-containing coatings and substrates, unfavorable for the...
Corrosion protection.
Curing
Phase of drying a coating through physical and/or chemical means.
Reaction in its entirety. Essentially, that's the chemical...
Interconnectedness in 2K coatings, and the absorption of air oxygen (oxidation).
Alkyd resin paints, through the evaporation of the solvent in nitrocellulose lacquers, through...
Evaporation of the solvent in dispersion paints. Often, this is what causes the hardening process.
a combination of several of the aforementioned materials for a coating.
Processes.
Routing/Forwarding
When sanding to prepare for painting, down to the underlying layer.
or areas that have been worn down to the underlying material, often unintentionally, because...
It can cause edge marking due to solvents penetrating during direct top coating.
can be achieved. Therefore, polished areas should generally...
can be filled or primed.



E

Effect paints
Description of paint materials that exhibit different appearances depending on the viewing angle.
jeweils einen anderen optischen Oberflächeneindruck hervorrufen. The
The most well-known types of effect paints include metallic paints, pearlescent paints, and nacreous paints, as well as hammer tone finishes.
Crinkle, wrinkle, and shrink lacquers.
Baking lacquer
. Baking: Drying of series lacquers whose binders only solidify under the influence of heat.
react chemically with each other, generally within a certain temperature range.
from 80 °C to 300 °C. The burning-in times range from 1 minute.
"and 1 hour. Baking enamels are very impact-resistant and are not coating paints."
Heat-accelerated drying of conventional repair paint material.
Until
80 °C, it is often incorrectly referred to as "burn-in."
Single-component paints
Paints that do not require the addition of a hardener and can be dried at room temperature or in an oven.
cure. They can be processed directly from the container.


Einfallen
Fülleverlust des Lackaufbaus während der Trocknung. Efalling in
applause often results from reworking materials that have not fully dried.
Undercut materials (putty, filler) that have not been completely removed.
Does the evaporation of volatile components result in a thinner final layer?
have been achieved. The surfaces of these substances that have not yet fully evaporated...
Initially, after grinding, the raw materials appear smooth and even.
However, they subsequently lose volume and shrink after being coated with a topcoat.
into grooves or small imperfections in the substrate.


Single-layer coating
A topcoat system consisting of only one color- or effect-giving, final layer.
The paint layer is built up.

Additives for adjustment
Commonly referred to as diluents. These are liquids that...
the coating material, in addition to the actual solvents, serves as a...
Adjust the processable viscosity. The evaporation rate.
The solvents contained in an adjustment additive influence the flow behavior.
Costume design, film education, and resilience training. These are the qualities that make a good actor.
must be part of the system used and applied to the coating material.
to be voted on.

Elasticity
It is the property of substances that allows them to return to their original shape after an external force has been removed.
to return to its original form. In vehicle paintwork.
The elasticity plays a significant role because the bodywork is subjected to stress.
exposed to rockfall, vibrations, and alternating heat and cold.
"are. In particular, painted plastic parts must be handled with care due to their flexibility."
possess a higher degree of elasticity compared to conventional sheet metal coatings.


Electrodeposition coating (EDC), electrophoresis
The electrophoretic coating of the car body is a painting process in the
Immersion process. The immersion tank is filled with a water-based coating.
filled. Attach it to the workpiece that needs to be painted and to the wall of the...
A direct current voltage is applied to the immersion cell. In cataphoresis...
In the case of anodizing, is the tank positive and the workpiece negative?
The pool is negatively charged, and the body is positively charged. In the resulting...
Under the influence of an electric field, the paint particles migrate to the workpiece and deposit there.
it is found there, including in cavities and interior spaces, as a water-insoluble substance.
Start the film deposition process. The resulting dry film thickness is approximately 20 micrometers.
Subsequently, excess material is removed from the workpiece.
washed away and the paint baked in.

Emission
Release or emission of substances, energies, or radiations from a source.
to the environment, (e.g., noise and soot).

Degrease
Fat, oil, and wax residues impair adhesion.
of the following coating structure and are achieved through degreasing baths or spray systems.
mit entsprechenden Löse- und Dispergiermitteln abgewaschen. Finally,
In conclusion,
Ultimately,
To conclude,
Lastly,
The cleaning agents must be rinsed off thoroughly.


Demixing
Unintentional separation of pigments from each other or from the binder.
caused by excessive or unsuitable diluent, prolonged storage,
High pigment volume/weight can occur.

Epoxy resins
This type of binder can be used in coating technology for baking enamels,
air and oven drying systems, but particularly advantageous for...
Reaktionsprodukte, z.B. Grundierungen, Füller einsetzen. They draw.
characterized by exceptional adhesion and elasticity.
Abrasion resistance and resistance to water, oil, and alkalis.
Solvents out.

ESTA (Electrostatic Coating)
ESTA operates on the principle: An electric field is generated between a special
The spray nozzle and the object to be painted are connected using direct current.
in which they are electrically charged with opposite polarities. The emitted fine...
Paint particles in an electric field are attracted to the object and follow its surface.
den Kraftfeldlinien und schlagen sich auf dem Objekt nieder. Since the electric field...
The object to be painted is completely enclosed, so it is also coated on the...
Rear coated (circumference). The advantages of this process include the low...
Spray mist formation and a uniformly even coating application on all surfaces.





F

Farbe
Farbe ist nur ein durch das Auge vermittelter Sinneseindruck. Color is determined by...
Farbton, Sättigung und Helligkeit gekennzeichnet. In common usage.
"Does the word 'Farbe' have different meanings? For example, it can refer to a quick-drying coating material."
dry, colored powders (pigments) and the dry lacquer.

Color pigments
Term for insoluble, solid color bodies, in contrast to...
zu den löslichen organischen Farbstoffen und Färbemitteln. Smarriage
also under pigments
dyes organic colorants, soluble in solvents or binders.
Dyes (colorants). They are used, among other things, in the dyeing of textiles and leather.
inserted.

Solid content
After the evaporation of all volatile components (dilution -
The solids content of a coating refers to the percentage of components that remain after the evaporation of solvents and other volatile substances.
The higher the solids content, the greater it is.
"Filling capacity and, consequently, a lower dilution rate."
Solvent content. This is indicated as a percentage of the weight of the ready-to-spray mixture.
Mixture. Coating materials are divided into groups:
Low-Solid (LS) standard material has a normal solids content.

Medium-Solid (MS) material with a medium solids content.
High-Solid (HS) material has a high solids content.
Very-High-Solid (VHS) material has a very high solids content.


Film former.
The non-volatile, soluble component (essentially the binder).
a coating material that binds the pigment particles together and achieves this through physical means.
oder chemische Trocknung einen zusammenhängenden Lackfilm bildet. Pigments.
And fillers are not film-forming agents, but they are components of the film.


Filmdicke
Die Dicke eines Anstrichfilmes gemessen in µm (1/1000 mm). One must...
distinguish by:
The dry film thickness is the one that remains after the volatile components have evaporated.
remaining coating film (dry film).
The wet layer thickness refers to the thickness of the freshly applied layer.
un-dried coating (wet film).


Flash point
The lowest temperature at which a flammable liquid can ignite.
Vapors are formed (see also hazard classes).
Flow behavior
A property of a coating material that continues to flow after application.


Volatile components
Solvents and thinners that evaporate during the drying of a coating.
are referred to as volatile components.

Füllers
He has several tasks to fulfill. Primarily, he must handle small
Fill and cover imperfections such as scratches, pores, and fine lines.
er muss Haftvermittlung und Isolation zum Untergrund herstellen. Furthermore,
It should be easy to sand, and it shouldn't lose its fullness or volume.
so that the topcoat can maintain its surface finish later on.
and does not support. Fillers can be one-component or multi-component.
Two-component systems based on various binder technologies.
be.

Fillers
They are finely divided, insoluble substances that mainly increase the solid content.
enhancing components of a coating material. They serve no purpose whatsoever.
not only as a cheap filler, but also have other desirable properties.
Features such as improved grindability, strength, and adhesion.
of specific gravity and corrosion protection. They can also have surface effects.
How to create
structural and surface effects.
Functional layers
, such as coating layers that can be used for example as corrosion protection, filler, or adhesion promoter.
etc. serve and fulfill their specific function within a coating system.





G

Container
A closable container used for transporting coating materials.
und verkauft werden (Dose, Eimer, Kartusche, Hobbock). Container sizes.
and quantity specifications apply per container.

Hazard classes
Hazard class group A includes all flammable, water-insoluble substances.
Liquids:
AI: Flash point below +21 °C
AII: Flash point from +21 °C to +55 °C AIII: Flash point from +55 °C to +100 °C Hazard class B includes all flammable liquids that, at
5 °C and are miscible with water in all proportions, and have a flash point.
Keep it at above +21 °C.

Gloss
Gloss is the property of surfaces to reflect light more or less strongly.
to reflect. Coatings on smooth surfaces with high binder content.
Paints are typically glossy. Gloss is an important factor in coating technology.
divided into gloss levels according to DIN standards: high gloss, glossy, satin gloss.
Matte, satin matte.

Primer.
Also called a primer. The main function of a primer is to...
Ensuring adhesion between the substrate and subsequent layers of paint.
The appropriate primer must be selected based on the type of surface to be coated.
will be. It is the first coating in the series and fulfills its function accordingly.
multiple functions: corrosion protection (on metals), adhesion promotion (specifically...
onto plastics), reduction of the absorbency of the substrate (on...
Filling materials), insulation against substances in the substrate, or...
of the following coatings. Often, combination materials are used.
Sure, here's the translation:

"Base coat, which can also be found to have a filling property."
to exhibit.




H

Haftungsstörungen
Ablösen des Lackfilms vom Untergrund durch unzureichende Haftung. Ucauses
Possible causes of liability issues include the use of unsuitable...
Materials, faulty surface preparation, incorrect application.
of the materials.

Hardness
Resistance of a coating to mechanical stress, which can be measured using various methods.
Testing procedures are being determined.

Hardener Chemical substances for initiating or accelerating the hardening process.
(Networking). In the case of multi-component materials, the hardener must absolutely be included in the...
added in the prescribed ratio so that they can achieve the desired result.
Properties are retained.
Resins
Solid or semi-solid, sticky raw materials for coatings that are soluble in solvents.
There are natural resins that come from plant or animal sources, such as amber.
Rosin, copaiba resin, shellac. Synthetic resins such as vinyl resin and acrylic resin.
Styrene resin, polyester resin, alkyd resin, polyurethane resin, and epoxy resin are...
"including the most important resins used in the production of binders for coatings."

High-Solid paints (HS paints)
Paint materials with a high solids content.
Cavity preservation
Coatings applied to car body cavities to prevent corrosion damage.
The material, usually wax-based, is applied hot (for manufacturing) or cold (for repairs).
applied by flooding or using special spray guns. Cavity sealing.
Does not harden, exhibits high creep resistance, corrosion inhibiting, water-penetrating.
and has good adhesion.

HVLP gun
With a high transfer rate and low spray nozzle pressure.
Modern spray gun operating at low pressure for reduced material consumption and mist generation.
Painting with a high quality standard.

Hygroscopic
A property of a material that is often problematic in coating technology.
To absorb moisture or water (e.g., in polyester materials).





I

Immission
Perception or disturbance caused by noises, gases, or odors.
from the environment surrounding an emitting source (see).
also emission).
Irreversible
Property of materials that, after drying, cannot be reversed by any means.
They are soluble in their own solvents.

IR emitters
Devices that emit infrared radiation (heat rays), usually powered by electricity.
Device. Heat transfer occurs here through radiation and...
not transmitted through the air. The infrared radiation creates a forced...
The energy-saving drying of the paint film starts from the substrate.
In automotive paint applications, mainly medium-wave UV lamps are used (they emit...).
dark red), and short-wavelength emitters (which glow bright red to orange).
inserted.



K

Capillarity
Ability of fine and very thin tubes (pores) to be wetted.
Absorbing liquids. The absorbency of cleaning cloths.
or the ability of cavity wax to creep into body seams is due to...
This effect is achieved with
clear coats
. These are unpigmented topcoats that provide no coverage and are used in automotive paint applications.
primarily used as a final coat in multi-layer paint systems.
(Water-based paints, metallic finishes, pearlescent colors, etc.) for sealing and highlighting.
of the effect used.

Cohesion
Within solid (large), liquid (medium), or gaseous states.
In substances (or rather, in the absence of them), cohesion is the force that holds things together.
The components (molecules).

Corrosion
Destruction of metals due to chemical or electrochemical influences.
(Weathering. Chemical exposure. Contact between different metals under influence.)
"caused by moisture). Corrosion in iron and steel manifests as..."
Rust, the prevention of which is a crucial task of painting.
Curls
Lifting of the primer layer due to penetration of solvents.
insufficiently dried or removable old paint coatings.
Cracking or crazing in polyurethane coatings can occur during drying due to excessive...
applied too thickly, dried too quickly, or used with an unsuitable material.


KTL (Cathodic Electrophoretic Deposition, or cathodic dipping coating)
In this type of electrophoretic coating process, the positively charged film-forming substance migrates.
(Primer) adheres to the negatively charged body and bonds there in a...
evenly distributed, thin coating layer. The advantage of this cathodic electrodeposition process is...
located in a better condition (good corrosion protection of body cavities).
Welds, seams, and edges). Also, excellent corrosion protection.
with a thin coating thickness.

Synthetic resin paints
Previously, a paint system based on alkyd resins was used in automotive painting.
which is processed as a single component, has good impact resistance, and lasts longer.
It dries as a 2K material and is still used today in truck paint applications.





L

Resins
Film formers consisting of natural or synthetic resins. They are the most important.
Basic components of paints and coatings that determine their gloss, hardness, and other properties.
Features: Acrylic resins and polyester resins are among the materials used in automotive paint applications.
Epoxy resins and alkyd resins are used.

Painting line
Complete industrial painting system, from pretreatment to drying.
In this process, almost exclusively automated machines are used for handling the workpieces.
to be used. The coating and drying methods employed are...
very diverse. Coating methods can include: powder coating,
Flooding, diving, rolling, pouring, electrostatic spraying, conventional.
High-pressure sprayers and other equipment.
Paint sludge.
The paint mist generated during spray painting in coating systems is...
absorbed into walls and floors through water cycles.
später durch Koagulierung (Ausfällung) vom Wasser getrennt. DIe.
herausgetrennten Partikel heißen Lackschlämme. SYou can.
can be reused in part (possible with primers) or must be...
are disposed of by burning or landfilling.

Lacking systems
Coordinated materials from pre-treatment to clear coat.
for coatings and finishes. Only related materials should be included.
(Raw materials, base paints, hardeners, thinners, additives)
a manufacturer's product is used to achieve the desired properties.
to maintain the paint build-up.
Storage stability Indication of the time period during which a material can be stored until processing without any loss of quality.
gelagert werden kann.

Lichtechtheit
Beständigkeit weißer und bunter Pigmente gegen Licht, d.h. UV-rays.
under the influence of which they either fade, darken, or change their...
Can change the color tone. In addition, with synthetic resin coatings, there is also...
oder weniger starke Vergilbungstendenz und Alterung des Bindemittels. Despite.
There is no such thing as a pigment with absolute lightfastness; the highest grades still indicate a degree of fading over time.


Solvents
Substances that can dissolve binders without causing chemical changes.
They evaporate completely without leaving any residue.

Solutions
A uniform, stable, and finest mixture of substances.
interconnected. The substances are often distributed down to the molecular level.
"are difficult to separate using filters. The components can be solid,"
It can be liquid, gaseous, or a combination of both.





M

Medium Solid
A coating material with a medium solids content.

Metallic/Metal effect
Pigments combined with dyes and the addition of aluminum particles result in...
Metallic surface effects. Metallic effect paints can only be applied in the...
Spraying processes involve different techniques and result in varying outcomes depending on the specific method used.
Subtleties. The color tone and effect are only achieved with a clear coat layer.
Final appearance.

Metamerism
Color tone deviation in seemingly identical color tones (e.g., comparison with original paint).
for touch-up painting), which can only be detected under various light sources.
(Tageslicht und Kunstlicht) mehr oder weniger sichtbar wird. The cause is...
a different pigment composition in the repair paint compared to the original paint.

Micrometers (µm)
Unit of measurement, in this case for the thickness of paint layers.
1 micrometer (1µm) = 1/1000 mm.
Mixing formulas Tables with weight specifications for mixing base colors or mixing base lacquer concentrates.
aus einer Farbmischbank zur Herstellung von Autoreparaturlacken. One is.
capable of selecting from a range of approximately 6 out of 50 basic color shades.
almost all color shades known in automotive paint applications can be achieved with a color mixing system.
(Tens of thousands) can be produced with great precision. Often, there are several shades or variations available.
(lighter, darker, grayer, bluer, redder, etc.) of a color tone for adjustment.
available to complement the existing paint finish.

Mixing paints
Mixing base colors or mixing base paint concentrates for creating specific paint shades.
from mixed formulas.




N

Nitrocellulose lacquers
A combination of nitrocellulose lacquers and alkyd resins. Formerly used in automotive painting.
used. It has improved properties, such as more shine, volume, and elasticity.
and weather resistance compared to the pure nitrocellulose lacquers used previously.


Nuance
Slightly adjusting an existing paint color tone to customize it.
"It's important to match the new paint to the existing finish. Achieving the right nuance requires a lot of experience and a good eye."
ahead of the painter.




O

Surface defect
Damage to the topcoat finish caused by craters, pits, contaminants, etc.
Structure. Cause: faulty materials, improperly processed materials.
Poor working conditions and inadequate preparation work.


Oven drying Accelerated drying or curing of coatings at elevated temperatures.
Temperature in drying ovens or combination painting booths. Used in automotive refinishing.
Temperatures of 60°C are used for drying during the factory painting process.
The temperatures are higher for unpainted car bodies.
Osmosis
The passage of substances (e.g., moisture) through permeable materials.
Paint films can lead to under-film corrosion, especially when...
Salt residues are present on the surface.




P

Passivation Corrosion-inhibiting pretreatment of a metallic surface by means of, for example, ...
Phosphating, galvanizing, chromating, or application of rust-inhibiting primers.

Pigmente
Farb- und Effekt gebende feste Teilchen (Farbkörper) eines Lackes. She.
are insoluble in solvents and binders, and often have other properties as well.
Tasks of the paint film include properties such as opacity, drying time, durability, and corrosion protection.
They can be of natural origin, but today they are often produced chemically.
manufactured.

Powder coatings
Powder coatings are solvent-free paints that are applied electrostatically in powder form.
can be applied with minimal material waste and then subsequently...
Heat applied to the workpiece inside a drying tunnel dissipates.
and cure. The result is a smooth and solvent-resistant finish.
Coatings in high thicknesses.




R

Ready-Mix Mixed by the paint manufacturer from several different shades.
Topcoat. It is supplied as a standard coating in 2K acrylic lacquer and base coat formulations.

Reversible
Physically drying materials that, after drying, become brittle due to their own.
can be reabsorbed or dissolved again by solvents.





S
The
coating thickness is the
thickness of a dried, complete coating system.
It is composed of the individual layers of paint and applied using specialized equipment.
measured in micrometers and consists of the non-volatile components.
of the coating materials.

Silicone craters Crater-shaped depressions (flow disturbances) in the topcoat layer.
caused by oil, wax, grease, or silicone residues.
on the coated surface, in the paint or plaster material, or in the...
Compressed air. Spray passes
. A uniform, opaque, and sufficiently strong layer of paint.
lässt sich durch Spritzauftrag oft nicht in einem Zug erreichen. Sure. Please provide the text you would like me to translate from German to English. I will only provide the translation, without any explanations.
Depending on the material, multiple injection cycles are performed according to specified venting times.
required for each coat of paint applied.




T

Thixotropic
Property of liquids that exhibit a decrease in viscosity under shear stress (e.g., stirring, rolling).
(Spraying, stirring, shaking) from a solid to a liquid state.
Transition to a state and, after settling, return to the gel state.
revert to a previous state; this allows for higher order volumes without delays.
of the material is possible, and sediment formation in the container is reduced.
Pot life (or pot time)
The period during which a two-component material, after being mixed, retains its properties.
can be processed without compromising its quality or causing any processing disadvantages.
to enter into.




V

Diluents
Liquids used to adjust the processing viscosity of coating materials.
"In this case, we distinguish between water (specifically, VE water used in vehicle paint applications) for..."
Water-dilutable materials and solvent mixtures for solvent-based applications.
Coating materials. To achieve a safe and reliable coating result, the following is required:
"It is crucial to strictly adhere to the dilution instructions specified in the processing guidelines."
because dilutions affect the drying process and subsequent [results/stages].
Properties of the coating.

Orange peel effect
The orange peel effect occurs due to drying spray mist during the base coat application (can
They can also occur in other materials. The causes in conventional paints include excessively high temperatures and insufficient dilution.
High injection pressure, a nozzle that is too small, and the use of water-based slags can all cause problems.
Low humidity
Defect rate
Addition of inexpensive substances to components of filler and coating materials.
without negatively affecting its properties or quality.


Water-based paints
The water-soluble materials used in vehicle painting.
Must only be used with fully demineralized water for viscosity adjustment.
should be diluted. Regular tap water is not suitable because it contains ingredients...
contains elements that negatively affect the material (e.g., causing bubble formation).
through salts).

Viscosity General term for degrees of liquid, ranging from low viscosity (thin).
up to highly viscous (thick). It is used in coating materials with a...
DIN overflow cups measured in seconds and with dilutions (adjustment additives).
posted.



W

Wash primer
Thin, non-covering initial coating for metals, also known as a primer.
named, which exhibits improved adhesion and corrosion-inhibiting properties.
Mostly based on a two-component system.

Water stains
After the evaporated water has dripped, marks are preferentially visible on surfaces that are still...
"Coatings that have not fully cured may permanently show the outlines of the former..."
Droplets appear as visible protrusions. Only through grinding and polishing can...
Wasserflecke entfernt werden.

Wasserlacke
Es handelt sich hier um wasserverdünnbare Materialien. Your application.
You can find them in water-based coatings, fillers, and various other raw materials.
adjusted and made processable with fully demineralized water (DM water).
will become. Although these materials are water-soluble, they contain...
"However, it may contain up to 10% solvent. Water-based coatings are also available in the topcoat category."
available, but are becoming less common due to longer drying times and unusual weather patterns.
Processing properties are not yet widely used.