Electrocoating

An immersion painting process in which electrically charged paint particles deposit onto a conductive component under an applied voltage, producing a uniform film that reaches recesses and box sections. It is the standard priming process for car bodies and is also used on many industrial components.

Also known as: e-coat, electrophoretic coating, electrodeposition coating, ED coating, electropainting

Related terms

Primer

A preparatory coating applied to a substrate before an adhesive, sealant, coating or waterproofing membrane, improving adhesion by sealing porosity, binding dust or providing a chemically compatible surface. Primer selection depends on both the substrate and the product to be applied over it.

Resins & adhesivesCoatings & protectionRoofing & waterproofingAerospaceAutomotiveConstructionMarineGreen energyIndustrial

Powder coating

A dry finishing process in which electrostatically charged powder, commonly polyester, epoxy or hybrid chemistry, is sprayed onto an earthed component and then fused and cured in an oven to form a continuous film. The process is essentially solvent free and allows overspray to be recovered and reused.

Coatings & protectionManufacturing processesConstructionAutomotiveIndustrialGreen energy

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