Protective coatings against stone chips
Certain vehicle components are subjected to particularly high mechanical stresses. Stone chips and abrasion cause damage that can lead to corrosion over time.
- Application
- Covers, Steering Components & Structural Parts
- Exposure
- Stone Chipping, Water Splash & Salt
- System
- Water-Based Protective Coating
- Curing
- Fast Drying at Ambient Temperature
Technical challenge
Stone chips damage existing surface coatings and expose the substrate. At the same time, protective coatings must ensure high durability and good adhesion.
E-Coat damaged by falling rocks
Solution Concept
Protection of the primer and substrate against stone chips
Use of water-based protective coatings with high mechanical resistance and good adhesion to various component surfaces.
Results & Benefits
Technical Value-Added
Process advantages
Economic Effects
Applications & Areas of Use
Steering rods, brackets, covers, and other components subject to mechanical stress.
Application on the car body
Potential underbody protection for a battery-electric vehicle
Potential applications for protective coatings
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