Motorists pay special attention to the appearance of the "iron horse", trying to make it bright, beautiful, expressive. Coating with new paintwork material is a costly and time-consuming procedure, so there is a need to develop innovative compositions that allow you to change the appearance of a car with the click of a finger.
- Paint for cars, allowing you to change color
- Thermochromic paint for cars
- Hydrochromic enamel for a car
- Paramagnetic paint for a car
- The principle of operation of paramagnetic paint
- Chemical composition and application technology
- What is applied
- Operational Features
- The most popular car enamels
Paramagnetic paint, a modern product whose popularity is growing day by day, has become such a development. It allows you to change the color of the native paintwork by pressing the button on the remote control! It may seem fantastic, but this technology is actively used in our country, and besides, it is available to many motorists.
to contents ↑Paramagnetic paint is not the only innovation in this field. It has a large set of advantages, which will be described later, but for completeness, it is necessary to consider other compositions that change the appearance of the car.
Paint for cars, allowing you to change color
Today there are 3 main types of paints intended for styling a car body. Each species has a set of characteristic features, so it is worth disassembling them separately.
Thermochromic paint for cars
The most expensive, but incredibly effective development, which has become popular among street racers and styling enthusiasts. Thermochromic (heat sensitive) paint allows you to show the picture on the body only with increasing temperature.
This works as follows:
- a pattern or pattern is applied to a specific area of the paintwork, which remains invisible (transparent);
- when heated, it manifests itself, acquiring color, and a beautiful and stylish print is obtained on the machine.
These compounds are sensitive to the effects of ambient temperature. They are compatible with standard enamels, so they apply to most modern cars. Thermochromic paint allows you to make a spectacular overlap: the pattern appears in places or several patterns will acquire color alternately.
A particularly beautiful effect is obtained when applying drawings with an airbrush. This approach allows you to create complex patterns with numerous colors, transitions, gradients and small details.
This styling method has advantages and disadvantages. The advantages include:
- beautiful appearance of the car;
- unlimited scope for creativity;
- improvement of thermoregulation in the cabin (achieved by absorption / reflection of thermal radiation);
- the ability to combine painting taking into account various temperature conditions.
In addition, thermochromic paint does not contain caustic, aggressive components that can cause harm to health. Of the minuses stand out:
- Inability to repair. If damage occurs, it is necessary to completely cover the body or a certain area.
- High price. The price of thermochromic paint is quite high.
- The need for registration with the traffic police. This is because the vehicle can change the color of the body.
Hydrochromic enamel for a car
Another very interesting way of self-realization. In this case, the pattern applied by the first layer appears when the outer coating gets wet (it becomes transparent and shows a pattern). Hydrochromic enamel Great for people with rainy and cold climates, where rainfall is common.
This method of car styling is used mainly for local drawings. It is rarely used to cover the entire body due to its high cost, but it is great for applying colorful drawings on:
- hood;
- wings;
- doors
- wheel arches;
- trunk;
- bumper;
- spoiler etc.
to contents ↑As in the previous case, hydrochromic paint is completely non-toxic and safe for people. It does not damage the native paintwork. With its help, professional airbrushes can apply a drawing of any complexity.
Paramagnetic paint for a car
It combines the advantages of hydro- and thermochromic, but at the same time has an important, significant advantage. The applied drawing appears when you press the button on the remote control.
The principle of operation of paramagnetic paint
The effect of this paint is based on the interaction of particles of paramagnetic iron oxide (it is applied with the first layer as a base). Under the influence of electric current changes the distance between the granules of paint, which leads to a change in the reflective properties of the outer coating.
The finished result depends on many factors. Affect the distance between iron ions and current strength. Experienced craftsmen specializing in the application of paramagnetic paint can achieve an amazing effect and stylize the body according to the wishes of the client.
At first glance, this sounds unlikely, but this method really works. Many motorists have already tried it to stylize a car. Despite the obvious advantages, paramagnetic paint has a limitation - a color change is only possible with the engine turned on. Otherwise, it acquires a native shade (mainly white).
to contents ↑Chemical composition and application technology
This paint has a high-quality polymer base. It has the following advantages:
- elasticity;
- durability;
- resistance to external influences, etc.
During the dyeing process, specialists apply the finish layer to a polymer coating containing iron oxide. To make this technology work, the craftsmen bring wires to the body to supply a weak electrical impulse.
What is applied
To apply paramagnetic paint, a standard airbrush is used, connected to a compressor for supplying compressed air. This method has a lot of advantages:
- provides continuous supply of paint;
- allows the master to accurately paint over all areas with an even layer and without overlapping;
- helps not to be distracted by refilling paint (a capacious spray can is used for this).
to contents ↑Before applying the polymer composition with a high content of iron oxide, specialists completely clean and degrease the body. If there is any damage on it, then they are removed or painted over with ordinary enamel.
Operational Features
It is not recommended to leave a car with paramagnetic paint in direct sunlight for a long time.Ultraviolet radiation can lead to damage to the outer layer, as a result of which, when electrical impulses are activated, the paint can behave unpredictably (for example, the color appears unevenly).
The same applies to coating care. When washing, only non-aggressive formulations with a soft sponge should be used. This will help protect the coating with paramagnetic paint from deformation and increase its service life.
Otherwise, the operation of these compounds does not cause any difficulties. You can change the color of the body both from the inside of the car (while in the cabin), and from the outside. As a rule, the remote control operates from a long distance, but we should not forget that at the same time the car engine must be started.
to contents ↑The most popular car enamels
Acrylic is very popular among motorists. Candy paint. With its help, you can apply an effective drawing to the surface of the car, while the composition does not create a thick and dense layer. Candy gives the body a specular gloss and deep color. It is applied using glazing technology.
This paint is represented in only 11 shades, but this does not limit its use at all. Masters mix colors with each other, getting beautiful shades and gradients. Thanks to this, it became possible to create halftones, as a result of the drawings become deeper, more saturated, expressive.
The disadvantage of Candy paint is the difficulty in applying. Coloring must necessarily take place in one stage, because otherwise an uneven transition will result.
Now on sale you can find special sparkles, which are called "flames". Designed for multi-layer coating using an airbrush and create the effect of refraction of color. They are also applied in one go.
No less popular is hammer paint. It is inexpensive and allows you to achieve an expressive effect. This composition is not afraid of sudden changes in temperature, and therefore is perfect for a harsh domestic climate.
