The 2 Minute Cure

UV-cured paints promise quicker, safer paints with a curing time of less than two minutes.
Jan. 1, 2020
UV-cured paints promise quicker, safer paints with a curing time of less than two minutes. 

By John Pfanstiehl
Contributing Editor
High-performance paint that fully cures in two minutes or less without mixing isocyanate catalysts is the promise of UV-cured paint technology. The promise has already been realized in UV-cured primers that are available to U.S. refinishers today. UV-cured clear coats and UV-cured putties have been demonstrated at trade shows and are in field-testing and focus groups. Paint manufacturers say these and other UV-cured products are well on their way to the automotive refinish market.Manufacturer

About the Author

John Pfanstiehl

John Pfanstiehl is author of the "Automotive Paint Handbook" (HP Books), and his articles on refin-ishing and restoration appear nationally. During the past 20 years, Pfanstiehl has developed a number of patented products for the refinishing industry that are manufactured by Pro Motorcar Products.
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