Ceramic Coating for Wheels: A Game Changer
Ceramic Coatings for Wheels
The Importance of Ceramic Coatings for Wheels and Calipers
What are the uses and benefits of Ceramic Coatings for Wheels?
At Superior Detailer we use Modesta BC-06 High-Heat Resistant Wheel and Caliper coatings to protect wheels and increase ease-of-maintenance. Modesta BC-06 pairs wonderfully with the Modesta BC-06 Top Coat, which is Modesta's hydrophobic Top Coat for BC-06 that makes the surface extremely hydrophobic and even more resistant to damage.
Below we list some benefits of applying a ceramic coating to wheels and calipers.
- Enhanced Protection: Ceramic coatings provide a robust protective layer that shields your wheels and calipers from various environmental contaminants. This includes dirt, dust, road salt, brake dust, UV rays, and more. Modesta BC-06 Top Coat creates a hydrophobic surface, causing water and liquids to bead up and roll off, making it easier to clean and maintain your wheels and calipers.
- Improved Durability:
- Ceramic coatings are known for their durability and long-lasting protection. They can withstand the harsh conditions that wheels and calipers are exposed to, such as extreme temperatures, friction, and corrosive substances.
- These coatings are resistant to chipping, fading, and oxidation, ensuring that your wheels and calipers maintain their appearance over time.
- Enhanced Aesthetic Appeal:
- One of the most noticeable benefits of ceramic coatings is their ability to enhance the visual appeal of your wheels and calipers. They create a high-gloss finish that gives your vehicle a sleek and polished look.
- The coatings intensify the color and depth of the wheels and calipers, making them stand out and catch the eye.
- Easier Maintenance:
- Ceramic-coated wheels and calipers are easier to clean and maintain. Their hydrophobic properties make it difficult for dirt, grime, and brake dust to adhere to the surface.
- Regular maintenance becomes less time-consuming, as a simple rinse or a gentle wash is often sufficient to keep your wheels and calipers looking their best.
- Resistance to Chemicals: Ceramic coatings offer resistance to a wide range of chemicals, including acidic and alkaline substances. This protects your wheels and calipers from potential damage caused by exposure to corrosive materials on the road.
- Heat Resistance: Ceramic coatings are heat-resistant, which is particularly important for calipers that generate significant heat during braking. This property helps prevent discoloration and damage due to high temperatures. Modesta BC-06 can protect against temperatures up to 900 degrees Farenheit.
- Long-Term Cost Savings: While the initial application of a ceramic coating may involve an investment, the long-term benefits can lead to cost savings. You'll spend less on cleaning products and maintenance, as well as potentially avoid costly wheel and caliper repairs or replacements.
Enhance your wheels' appearance and performance with ceramic coating—it's a smart choice for every car owner.
How do We Apply Modesta Ceramic Coatings for Wheels?
PREPARATION IS KEY!
With any ceramic coating application, preparation is key to ensuring the best bond, look, and performance. Before applying Modesta Ceramic Coatings for Wheels we thoroughly prepare the surfaces for application. This preparation includes detailing the surfaces through various methods based on condition, and even polishing the wheels if they have surface scratching or marring.
The photo below is a preparation step of steam cleaning the brake calipers before coating application.
True ceramic coatings are applied by trained professionals in controlled environments. We apply Modesta Ceramic Coatings for wheels and calipers in measured quantities via a professional spray gun. We ensure proper ventilation of the area while applying the coatings and use the required protection that includes gloves and respiratory masks.
The photo below shows owner, Karim Fritz, applying Modesta BC-06 Top Coat to the calipers on this Porsche Panamera. This top coat enhances the performance of BC-06 and makes the calipers extremely easy to clean.
We Cure Modesta Wheel Coatings with Infrared Lamps
Curing wheel coatings with Infrared (IR) lamps is a common practice in the automotive detailing industry. The process involves using IR lamps to accelerate the drying and curing of ceramic or other types of coatings applied to wheels and other vehicle surfaces. How it works and benefits:
1. Application of Coating: Before curing, a ceramic or similar coating is applied to the wheel's surface. This coating is designed to enhance protection, gloss, and ease of cleaning.
2. IR Lamp Setup: Infrared lamps are positioned strategically around the wheel or the coated area. These lamps emit infrared radiation, which generates heat when it contacts a surface. The heat accelerates the curing process.
3. Curing Process: The IR lamps are turned on, and they emit a controlled amount of heat. This heat helps in evaporating the solvents and accelerates the cross-linking or polymerization of the coating, making it harden and bond to the surface.
4. Temperature Control: Temperature is carefully controlled during the curing process to ensure that it remains within the recommended range for the specific coating being used. Different coatings may require slightly different curing temperatures.
Benefits of Curing Wheel Coatings with IR Lamps:
1. Time Efficiency: IR curing significantly reduces the curing time compared to natural drying. This is particularly advantageous for professionals who need to complete multiple coatings in a short period.
2. Uniform Coverage: IR lamps provide even heat distribution, ensuring that the coating cures uniformly across the entire surface of the wheel. This helps prevent streaks or uneven spots in the finish.
3. Enhanced Durability: Properly cured coatings tend to be more durable and long-lasting. The accelerated curing process allows the coating to form a strong bond with the wheel's surface.
4. Energy Efficiency: IR lamps are energy-efficient and cost-effective, making them a preferred choice for businesses and detailing professionals.
5. Reduced Dust and Contaminant Exposure: Faster curing means less time for dust, debris, or contaminants to settle on the coating's surface, resulting in a cleaner and smoother finish.
6. **Consistent Results:** The controlled environment of IR curing ensures consistent results, reducing the likelihood of errors or imperfections in the final appearance.
7. **Versatility:** IR lamps can be adjusted to accommodate different coatings and substrates, making them versatile tools in the automotive detailing process.
8. Safe for Most Surfaces: IR lamps are generally safe for most wheel materials, including alloy, steel, and even some types of carbon fiber wheels. However, it's essential to follow manufacturer recommendations and guidelines.
Using IR lamps to cure wheel coatings is a practical and efficient method that offers numerous benefits in terms of time savings, coating durability, and achieving a consistent and high-quality finish.
The photo below shows another Panamera wheelset being cured via IR lamps.
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