e-coat capablities

The electrocoating process offers significant operational, performance and environmental advantages over other finishing technologies. Electrocoating systems apply a DC charge to a metal part immersed in a bath of oppositely-charged paint particles. Because opposites attract, the paint is drawn to the metal part and forms an even, continuous film over the entire surface, until the coating reaches the desired thickness. This process, better known as electrodeposition, allows e-coat users to thoroughly coat complex parts with a uniform film thickness.

The chart below shows how our technology compares to other competing technologies with regards to corrosion resistance.

Technology Salt Spray Capability (Hours)
E-Coat over Zinc Phosphate 1000
E-Coat over Iron Phosphate 800
Black Phosphate and Oil 72
Wet Coating 336
Dacromet 240
Zinc Plating 48
Powder 500

e-coat advantages

  • Superior corrosion protection
  • 1,000 hour salt spray 
  • 100% uniform, edge-to-edge coverage
  • Precise film build control
  • Transfer efficiency 
  • Cost competitive
  • Dense line racking
  • High throughput
  • Small to large complex components
  • Three dedicated film zones
  • Cure temp 425 degrees
  • Organic process:  heavy metal free, RoHS and ELV compliant
  • Substrates:  Hot & cold rolled steel, hot dipped galvanized, galvaneal steel, electro galvanized, zinc plating, sheet aluminum, iron, zinc and aluminum casting