CHUCKV309 Posted April 8, 2008 Report Share Posted April 8, 2008 I was wondering if there are different kinds of powder coats, or are they pretty much the same? I use mostly Pro-Tec, but I was looking to buy some colors in bulk. I see Rosey sells by the pound, and was wondering if their powder works the same? If not, where is a good place to buy it by the pound? Thanks, Chuck Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rhahn427 Posted April 8, 2008 Report Share Posted April 8, 2008 I think Harbor has some too ....... any body used theirs Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yankee jigger Posted April 8, 2008 Report Share Posted April 8, 2008 I did an internet search a while ago just for the chicago area and came up with alot. Powder Coating And Custom Paint Colors And Supplies This is one of them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yankee jigger Posted April 8, 2008 Report Share Posted April 8, 2008 Sorry,that one is in Texas but prices are good. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cadman Posted April 10, 2008 Report Share Posted April 10, 2008 Chuck, I've attached a list of some of the powder paint companies that I use. There are literally hundreds. As far as who's powder is better to use, I stick with name brands, Sherwin Williams, Columbia, Dupont, IVC...etc. Pro-tec is excellent powder. But like you, I have been using alternatives for going on 6 years now. I just can't paying $6 for 2 oz. of powder, when I can get about a pound for that. The drawback is you have to buy in bulk. Can you store and keep 50 lb box of powder???? That's why they charge $6/lb, because majority of people have no choice. As far as types of powder, there are epoxies, hybrids, aromatic urethanes, aliphatic urethanes, polyester and then we go into textured, wrinkles and flats. I have used all these powders, I have mixed and blended them all with no problems. I'm not going to explain all the differences, but some of the powders I mentioned above have different qualities. Some are harder than others, some have better exterior durability, and some have better corrosion resistance. Whatever you get, will be compatible with lead. You just need to follow the MSDS sheets on heat temp. Even that is not a problem. I currently have a flat clear that I am using, and I like it very much, along with some mini-texured beige. Hope this helps some, and doesn't make it more complicated Powder Paint Manufacturers.pdf Powder Paint Manufacturers.pdf Powder Paint Manufacturers.pdf Powder Paint Manufacturers.pdf Powder Paint Manufacturers.pdf Powder Paint Manufacturers.pdf Powder Paint Manufacturers.pdf Powder Paint Manufacturers.pdf Powder Paint Manufacturers.pdf Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fernet Posted April 10, 2008 Report Share Posted April 10, 2008 Cadman, do have you any experience of Dupont RayTec low temp powder or any other low temp powders? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JSC Posted April 10, 2008 Report Share Posted April 10, 2008 Cadman Thanx for the PDF JSC Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cadman Posted April 18, 2008 Report Share Posted April 18, 2008 (edited) Cadman, do have you any experience of Dupont RayTec low temp powder or any other low temp powders? Fernet sorry this is so late. I 'm usually very prompt in answering my post. I've been very busy, but here is some info for you that may help. The answer to you question is yes I have used them and I Technical_Guide.pdf Technical_Guide.pdf Technical_Guide.pdf Technical_Guide.pdf Technical_Guide.pdf Technical_Guide.pdf Technical_Guide.pdf Technical_Guide.pdf Technical_Guide.pdf Edited April 18, 2008 by cadman Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fernet Posted April 19, 2008 Report Share Posted April 19, 2008 Thanks Cad. Now if I'd only found someone selling it in less than 20 kg's boxes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cadman Posted April 19, 2008 Report Share Posted April 19, 2008 Thanks Cad. Now if I'd only found someone selling it in less than 20 kg's boxes. You're not the only one. I can tell you that if you buy powder by the pound non Pro-Tec expect to pay between $6 to $8/lb for colored powders. If you buy candy colors about $12 - $18/lb, and all clear top coats about $8 to $12/lb. There are also exotics, like wrinkled finish, veined powders, and grained powder in high gloss and low gloss. Price dictates on what you buy. The other drawback is this, if you buy a lot of powder you have shipping weight added. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kelly Posted April 19, 2008 Report Share Posted April 19, 2008 Cadman I can only imagine your powder stock shelves all bowing, ready to pop. Thanks for the info. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cadman Posted April 20, 2008 Report Share Posted April 20, 2008 Cadman I can only imagine your powder stock shelves all bowing, ready to pop. Thanks for the info. Funny you should mention that. I used to have my powder on pressboard shelves. I had to switch over to steel shelves. The pressboard started to sag. My wife says I have a powder paint fetish. I just can't stop trying new colors. I also have a skirt fetish (it's not what you think). I'm talking about skirts for jigs and spinnerbaits. I have tons of those with different colors also. I used to be a normal person about 10 years ago:lol:. Then I started making jigs. Several years ago I joined TU and it got worse. Yes I'll admit it, I'm a jig junkie. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
