POWDER COATING
distance is another factor. When you are too close to the
part, you will produce heavier films with more orange
peel. If you are too far away, you may have light coat.
Normal distance for automatic guns is 8 to 12 inches
and normal distance for manual guns is 4 to 8 inches.
Manual guns may be moved closer to reach inside of
cavities, but it is critical to avoid excess current draw
when the guns is moved in and avoid extended dwell
time in one location.
Training is a critical factor, especially for manual
application. Good technical training will have a
profound impact on manual application and film build
control. An outside source can provide insights on
gun settings, patterns and spray technique. Bring in a
professional trainer or send your operators to a training
program so they can optimize the gun settings.
Make sure you have ground, set up a good flow rate,
maintain a reasonable distance away from the part and
keep your gun in good repair. For further information on
control of film build, search pfonline.com for additional
articles. Consider purchasing the PCI's handbook at
powdercoating.org or the Chemical Coaters Association
International's powder coating manual at ccaiweb.com.
You should also seek some training if you can. PCI offers
regular workshops on application and spray control, and
you can find information about these workshops on the
calendar at the PCI website.
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