In protecting the paint finish of a car, the auto detailing industry has made great attempts in infusing newer technology. Their most successful attempt to replace wax and sealant comes from the new branch of science called nanotechnology.
2. In protecting the paint finish of a car, the
auto detailing industry has made great
attempts in infusing newer technology. Their
most successful attempt to replace wax and
sealant comes from the new branch of
science called nanotechnology.
Nano Coating: The Future of Car Paint
Nano coat technology is an innovative
development beneficial to the paint industry.
The concept behind this is to pulverise and
separate miniscule particles to prevent them
from sticking to themselves. By using
different techniques, researchers were able
to apply nanoparticles in car coating.
Nano coating is mostly an acrylic-based resin
or a polymer coat for hard surfaces. When
these polymers stick and harden, the
outcome resembles a plastic-like film coating
that is smooth to the touch and with superior
durability.
Compared to wax and sealant, nano coats
last longer and protect the paint better. The
coat may last for two years or more.
The Self-cleaning Car
Nano coats are super-hydrophobic (water-
repellent) and oleophobic (oil-repellent). It
repels acid, alkali, water and alcohol. This
repellent property of nano technology is the
secret to protecting the exterior car body
from dirt and contaminants.
3. Resources:
http://www.clearrenew.com.au/
http://www.popsci.com/nanoparticle-
coating-creates-damage-resistant-self-
cleaning-surfaces
http://www.pfonline.com/articles/nanotechn
ology-in-finishing
By creating a thin protective layer of nano
particles, the coat effectively stops
standing water and road spray from
creating dirty splashes or blotches on the
car's surface. With the level of protection
nano coat provides, the car will need less
washing time. In turn, this reduces the
likelihood of micro marring due to dirt and
contaminants.
The hydrophobic properties of nano coats
give off a sheeting effect to keep surface
damages to a minimum and to prolong
paint life. The coating protects the paint
from ultraviolet rays that weaken the car's
exterior surface after prolonged exposure.
Nano coat is the best way to protect auto
body paint. It is an investment that car
drivers can be confident in for years to
come.
Resources:
http://www.clearrenew.com.au/
http://www.popsci.com/nanopar
ticle-coating-creates-damage-
resistant-self-cleaning-surfaces
http://www.pfonline.com/article
s/nanotechnology-in-finishing