Top Brass

I'll start from the beginning. After proper substrate prep (de-grease, sand-blast, out-gas, whatever is appropriate), Apply Super Chrome USS-4482 at a 2-3 mil thickness (this can be checked after flow-out and cool down using a mil gauge). Super Chrome requires a FULL CURE before applying anything over the top. Cure Super Chrome at 400-*450 degrees F. for 12 minutes. This means the part metal that is underneath the Super Chrome MUST reach cure temperature before starting your 12 minute cure timer. You can check your part metal temperature with an infrared thermometer with adjusted emmisivity setting for reflective surfaces.

After allowing the Super Chromed part to cool, double check your ground connection, lower your KV setting and start applying your Top Brass PPS-4431 top coat. Transparent top coats can be a bit tricky so read the below article on the best way to apply a transparent and how to check your work as you go. Remember that you don't have to cover the entire piece on your first attempt. Placing a part into the oven and allowing it to gel out or flow out will give you the opportunity to inspect and add more if necessary. Transparent application thickness should also be in the 2-3 mil range. The heavier you go the darker the top coat will become. Follow the Top Brass Application guide on reaching full cure. Application guides can be located on our website. Look for the application guide link above the S-panel image when "shopping" for a color.

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Important points:

• *450 degrees for Super Chrome Cure will give best results
• Mil gauge and Infrared Thermometer with emissivity adjustment are very important tools.
• I recommend a fluidized hopper if your equipment allows
• Full Cure on both coats
• Flow out is a good place to inspect and measure
• We do not recommend applying hot or hot-flocking
• 2-3 mil thickness per coating (can be checked at flow-out)