DIPON® Frequently asked questions

Frequently asked questions / Frequently asked questions

On this help page you will find a list of relevant information to ensure a smooth process before, during and after the coating process. The following link gives you the option of downloading a digital version of our application instructions to your PC, smartphone, tablet, etc.

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Dear DIPON® customers, friends & interested readers,
we would like to take this opportunity to provide you with detailed instructions so that you are familiar with the handling of the products. Please read all the following information carefully.

1.1 BEFORE USE - CLEANING THE SURFACES

Please ensure that the surface is free of grease and dust before use. A simple standard car wash (basic wash program without gloss and wax) is sufficient in most cases. If you want to remove resin and tar residues from your surface or degrease it, only use our DIPON® DIP PreCleaner as a degreasing and cleaning agent, alternatively isopropanol alcohol diluted with 30% dist. water by volume. As an orientation value you need z.B. for a BMW 5 Series Sedan, approx. 50 - max. 100 ml of degreasing material for normal soiling. The vehicle or workpiece surface is then wiped dry with a dust-binding cloth. Please ensure sufficient flash-off time to allow the solvent to evaporate (at 20 degrees Celsius at least 20-30 minutes). If the material is applied too thickly and the required flash-off time is not observed, boiling (formation of dots, inclusion holes, fish eyes) may occur in the material. In this case, we recommend using KandyDip® High Build Primer, which is applied in approximately three coats to the workpiece to be coated. This minimizes the risk of boiling due to special additives in the material.
 
ATTENTION: Please do not use any third-party products such as silicone remover, wax remover, putty, brake cleaner, white spirit, methylated spirits, grease remover, washing-up liquid, orange and citrus cleaner, etc. The use of these products causes u.U. the liquid rubber coating burns on, extremely long drying times, reduced gloss, soaking of the liquid rubber and even immediate detachment on contact with mechanical treatment. KandyDip® liquid rubber is a solvent-based product and must not be applied to recently applied paintwork. This includes all paintwork carried out within the last 12 months. If you are unsure, test the workpiece for compatibility in advance. After completion of the KandyDip® liquid rubber coating (also incl. 2K), the vehicle may only be taken to the car wash after a standing time of at least seven days (10-14 days recommended). The coating is only fuel-resistant once KandyDip® 2K TopCoat has been applied. KandyDip® 2K TopCoat takes approx. 7-8 days to fully cure at a temperature of 20°C with prior drying in the spray booth.

1.2 BEFORE APPLICATION - MASKING THE SURFACES

Preparation is the most important work step and requires meticulous preparation and precise execution. Please ensure that all surfaces that will not be coated are bonded without exception. This also includes all rubber seals, engine compartment, vehicle interior, trunk, all glass panes and tires.NOTEPlease avoid contact with: Headlights, electronics, brake system and rubber seals! Headlights must not be cleaned with products containing solvents (z.B. KandyDip®), as this can destroy the clear lacquer coating. Some plastic surfaces react sensitively to products containing solvents. Test any surfaces for compatibility on a non-visible area.

1.3 BEFORE APPLICATION - COATING OF KANDYDIP® LIQUID RUBBER

BASE COLORS I SOLID COLORS I PRIMER I EXCEPTIONS
ATTENTION : Silver, white or light-colored vehicle paintwork must not be applied without primer if a red, orange, purple or yellow solid color (without metallic additives) is desired. KandyDip must not be applied to paintwork that is less than six months old. We recommend a "waiting period" of twelve months after application of the paint.These colors guarantee the risk of bleeding/staining, d.h. the color pigment could rub off on the vehicle paint and can then no longer be easily removed. A base coat consisting of at least three and a half colors in gray or white is recommended as a primer. The base color used is based on the desired result of the base color (bright, bright red = white).
Solid/base or solid colors are colors without additional additives (pearlescent/metallic/flakes). These colors are "simple" solid colors and do not contain any metallic or pearlescent effects. Many of these colors (exceptions see text above) can in most cases be applied directly and without prior liquid rubber base coat/primer. The condition of the surface to be coated is decisive for the final result of the liquid rubber coating. For vehicle paintwork, an intact clear coat is essential to obtain a removable liquid rubber coating. Any chipping of the clear coat would therefore lead to serious damage to the vehicle paintwork. When using a white base color, Gunmetal Grey or a Ral 7011 Iron Grey or an alternative grey is recommended as a base color to increase opacity and reduce the risk of runs. White basecoats have a low viscosity and should be applied carefully in a mist before applying a film-forming coat.
NOTE: ALWAYS TEST THE WORKPIECE TO BE COATED FOR COMPATIBILITY ON A NON-VISIBLE AREA! KANDYDIP LIQUID RUBBER IS A SOLVENT-BASED PRODUCT. IT MUST THEREFORE NOT BE APPLIED TO "FRESH" PAINTWORK BEFORE AT LEAST SIX MONTHS HAVE ELAPSED. THERE IS A RISK OF DAMAGE TO THE NEW PAINTWORK. WE RECOMMEND A "WAITING PERIOD" OF TWELVE MONTHS BEFORE WORKING WITH KANDYDIP LIQUID RUBBER CONTAINING SOLVENTS.

1.4 BEFORE APPLICATION - WORKING WITH METALLIC AND PEARLESCENT EFFECTS "PEARLS"; "FLAKES",

Pearlescent and metallic pigments form the basis for creating individual color effects/reflections. These include u.a. Pearlescent and metallic pigments.
NOTEAll pearlescent and metallic pigments require a liquid rubber base coat in the prescribed number of layers. If a black base coat is required, it is not sufficient in this case for your vehicle to be painted z.B. Is painted black. Effect pigments will only produce the desired result through the interaction of the colored substrate and the effect paint. If effect paints are applied without a liquid rubber base coat, it could u.a. this can lead to problems with the removability of the material, damage to the paint and runners due to the lack of an adhesive base.

1.5 BEFORE USE - RECOMMENDED SPRAYING SYSTEMS, NOZZLE DIAMETER & WORKING PRESSURE

A compressed air or electric HVLP spraying system (z.B. Earlex Motorspray 3000 on www.dipon.de available) is recommended. The "best" results are achieved by using a classic spray gun. Recommended nozzle diameter: from 1.3 mm - 1.6 mm (Please note that larger nozzles up to 1.8 mm can also be used. However, it is important to adjust the viscosity or dilute the material by approx. 10-20%.Recommended working pressureApprox. 1.75 bar - 2.0 bar from the gun (please provide a compressed air reducer directly on the gun).

1.6 BEFORE APPLICATION - TEMPERATURE & CHECKING THE PREPARATION, VISCOSITY

If you have read all the information beforehand and made the appropriate preparations (cleaning, masking, flash-off), you can start the application. Provide a respirator for painting work, adequate ventilation and wear protective clothing for painting work. Recommended application temperature 15 - 22 degrees Celsius Avoid temperatures above 24 degrees Celsius, direct sunlight, too high a pressure setting as the solvent can evaporate as soon as it comes out of the gun. As a result you will get u.U. a rough surface that could feel like sandpaper. In this case, always use solvent type "PD-100" (available under "Care & Cleaning on www.dipon.de) to adjust the viscosity step by step and make the material more flowable. After adding the solvent, spray small test areas to find the optimum setting for you and to check the flow of the material.

WHEN USING SPRAY CANS - PREPARATION

If you are using an aerosol can, heat it to at least 15 degrees (z.B. Water bath) and shake for about 30-60 seconds. Spray a test jet onto a workpiece before applying the paint.

GENERAL INFORMATION ON THE SPRAYING TECHNIQUE

Always spray effect colors ("pearlescent effects"/"pearls") in the length of the car, never in sections! If you do not intend to apply effect colors, we recommend spraying base colors in the length of the car after the mist coating has been completed. Please avoid coating in sections (driver's door, mudguards separately) to avoid pressure deposits and oversaturation of colors at the edges!

2.1 THE APPLICATION - APPLYING THE FIRST COATS - BASE COLORS / FULL-TONE COLORS

1. Open the container and stir it for about two minutes at medium speed using a drill and whisk attachment. Use paint sieves (190my) to filter any foreign particles out of the material. If the paint sieve does not filter anything or is very sluggish, the viscosity u.U. is too high and should be adjusted to filter the material completely through the paint sieve. Depending on the temperature, the drying time is around 15 - 20 minutes at 20 degrees. The more coats applied and the lower the temperature, the longer the drying time.
2.Start with very light mist coats (low drying time). Avoid applying a thick layer of material as this can immediately lead to noses/runners. For certain colors such as z.B. White (RAL 9003, RAL 9010 etc.), it is advisable to apply up to three coats of mist. ATTENTION: White is much more fluid than black and gray, risk of running!
3.After you have applied the mist layers, you can now start spraying the material with a film-forming 50 % overlap (completely wetted). With some colors you get a quick coverage with various other colors (z.B. Yellow, white, red, orange) the coverage is achieved a little later. You can also spray large areas crosswise to even out shades.
4.We recommend the application of at least six to eight film-forming coats plus fogging coats to ensure resistance to mechanical influences (z.B. Washing system). If you are applying a base color for the subsequent application (primer) for effect colors, we recommend four completely wetted coats of base color (for less opaque colors such as white, yellow, orange, red u.U. a little more until complete coverage is achieved).
5.If you are not applying a high-gloss coating or effect paint, we recommend applying the DIP Vitalizer after completion and a drying time of around 60 minutes at 15 or 25-30 minutes at 30 degrees. This is applied like a polish using a dust-free cloth until no oily film can be felt. The application should be repeated at weekly intervals. The DIP Vitalizer is removed by water after some time. Please do not spray any surfaces that have been prepared with the DIP Vitalizer.
6. KandyDip is offered ready to use, d.h. it is generally no longer necessary to dilute the product with PD-100. With various pearlescent and ColorShifts, clogging of the nozzle (e.g. with electrical systems) cannot be ruled out due to the particle size. It is recommended to use a larger nozzle (from 1.6 mm) and to dilute the material with at least 10% by volume per liter of liquid rubber.
7. At higher temperatures (from 22 degrees Celsius) the material can volatilize and the viscosity can increase. It is recommended to add at least 10% PD-100 to the ready-to-spray container to compensate for any temperature fluctuations and to increase the flowability accordingly.
8. KandyDip should not be mixed with or sprayed over any materials other than products from the KandyDip range.

2.2 THE APPLICATION - APPLICATION OF PEARL AND METALLIC EFFECTS

6. For pearl and metallic effects, a liquid rubber base color is always required without exception. It does not matter whether your vehicle is already painted black or white, for example, if you z.B. Black or white is required as a base color. Application without a base color does not achieve the desired result as the coloring liquid rubber substrate is missing.
7.After following the instructions in point 6, carefully spray the effect paint over the dry base paint in the length of the trolley (not in sections!), overlapping by at least 50% without applying excessive pressure (beware of the risk of runners!). You are finished with the application when the desired coverage has been achieved. Please remove the masking tape carefully after the coating process when the last coat is wet (!). When applying the KandyDip 2K Top Coat, carefully remove the masking tape after approx. 24 hours at 20 degrees Celsius.

2.3 THE APPLICATION - APPLICATION OF HIGH GLOSS TOP COAT 1K (liquid rubber, no 2K!)

The High Gloss Top Coat is a low viscosity medium (liquid) and is applied as a finish over an existing base or pearl effect coating. The coats must be applied very film-forming and overlapping, otherwise an acceptable gloss finish will not be achieved. The maximum gloss is only achieved with a transparent coating.
 
2.4 KandyDip® 2K TOPCOAT - FUEL-RESISTANT COATING
 
1. When can the KandyDip® 2K TopCoat be applied?
The KandyDip® 2K TopCoat is applied approx. 60 minutes after the last layer of KandyDip liquid rubber has been applied. An ambient and drying temperature of 22°C at a relative humidity of at least 30% and a maximum of 70% is decisive.
 
2. How many coats of KandyDip® 2K TopCoat are necessary?
It is between the gloss levels "High gloss" and "Matt" to distinguish.
  • 2K High Gloss: At least one mist coat and one thick coat. Two thick coats are recommended.
  • 2K Matt: One layer, not too rich.Attention! The degree of matting is drastically reduced if the application is too saturated and drying is forced.
3. How long is the flash-off time between the individual layers?
This applies to KandyDip® 2K TopCoat High Gloss. The flash-off time at 22°C is between five and seven minutes.
 
4. How long is the curing time of the KandyDip® 2K TopCoat?
The material is dust-dry after approx. 18 hours with physical drying (22°C). Complete curing takes seven to ten days depending on the environmental variables.
 
5. Can KandyDip® liquid rubber be reapplied over an existing KandyDip® 2K coating?
No.
 
6. Can another KandyDip® 2K coating be applied over an existing KandyDip® 2K coating?
Yes, but the material must be fully cured (approx. 7-10 days). In addition, the surface must be sanded to ensure an adhesive base for the subsequent K2K layer.
 
7. How long does the KandyDip® 2K TopCoat last?
Until the material is to be removed again.
 
8. Can the material be sanded, polished and waxed?
Yes, the material can be treated just like any other clearcoat.
 
9. Can the material be sealed with a 9H sealant?
Yes, but we recommend a preliminary test as not all sealants are suitable.

Q & A: Questions & Answers:

1. Do I need a KandyDip® liquid rubber base color if my vehicle is already painted black?

Regardless of which paint finish your vehicle has, it is necessary to apply a liquid rubber (!) primer / base coat with the required number of coats.

2. What consequences could a coating without KandyDip® liquid rubber base paint have?

Effect pigments will only produce the desired result through the interaction of the colored substrate and the effect paint. If the effect pigments are applied without a liquid rubber base coat, it could u.a. this can lead to problems with the removability of the material, damage to the paint and runs due to a lack of primer. Please note that the base coat is not a primer in the conventional sense, as it can be removed without leaving any residue with the appropriate and recommended minimum layer thickness. You can use a "conventional" multi-coat paint finish as a comparison. First, the vehicle is coated with the base color after the preparatory work has been completed, then the effect paint is applied and finally the clear coat. It is therefore not advisable to coat effect pigments without KandyDip® Liquid Rubber Base Paint.

3. What is meant by a shift?

A layer can be applied in different ways, z.B. by fogging or by uneven coating (foggy, wet). To spray a complete layer, it must be film-forming, d.h. completely wetted so that a visible wet film is visible. In most cases, the mist layer (adhesive coat) will only be applied once. With some colors (z.B. White) this can be up to three coats, therefore a grey base color is recommended with a white base color to reduce the risk of runs and insufficient opacity. For optimum resistance, we recommend applying at least six to eight film-forming coats using a 1.5 mm spray gun. If we are talking about spray cans, the principle is identical, but for various applications (z.B. Rim coating) to ensure that a composite structure is achieved.

4. Which spraying system can be used for painting KandyDip® liquid rubber (except spray cans)?

For the use of KandyDip® liquid rubber, we recommend the use of an electric HVLP spraying system (z.B. Earlex Motorspray 3000). The best results in terms of surface quality (texture-free) are achieved using a classic spray gun (nozzle 1.3 mm - 1.8 mm) and an air compressor (min. 300 l/min. effective delivery rate at 2 bar).

5. Can KandyDip® be mixed with other liquid rubber products?

KandyDip® is only fully compatible with Plasti Dip®. Nevertheless, we recommend the exclusive use of original KandyDip® liquid rubber. DIPON.DE® cannot guarantee that the Plasti Dip® product you are using is a factory-filled container that has not been subsequently modified. If you are considering using Plasti Dip® as a base color for KandyDip®, make sure that you do not receive a neutral container with a third-party label. Make sure that it is always Plasti Dip® that has been filled at the factory and is ready for spraying. Otherwise we cannot guarantee compatibility.

6. What is used to clean or degrease the surface to be painted?

All coatings without exception are cleaned with DIPON® PreCleaner (available in the DIPON® eBay Shop). The following have proven unsuitable u.a. the following agents have proven effective: Silicone remover, brake cleaner, rim cleaner, white spirit, orange cleaner, washing-up liquid, WD-40, nitro thinner, white spirit, various grease removers, wax remover. These agents cause undesirable effects such as z.B. the liquid rubber coating burns on, very long drying times, reduced gloss, soaking of the liquid rubber. Please also note that glossy liquid rubber products react much more sensitively to the degreasing material.

7. Which masking tape is needed?

We offer special heat-resistant and solvent-resistant paint masking tapes in our store. These products are ideally suited for use with solvent-based products. Please do not use painter's masking tape as this u.U. the solvent softens the adhesive surface and thus irreparably damages your coating. DIPON® recommendation: Green Masking Tape.

What is KANDYDIP®?

KandyDip® is a synthetic rubber material which is air-drying and removable. It adheres to virtually all dust- and grease-free surfaces such as z.B. Glass, metal, wood, concrete, plastic, ceramics, porcelain.

Areas of application of KANDYDIP® liquid rubber:

KandyDip® Liquid rubber is used in the automotive sector as a vehicle / bodywork, rim coating.
Other areas of application are u.a.:
- Home and garden (e.g. for coating furniture, picture frames, protection against mold growth in joints, etc.)
- Hobby workshop, model making etc.
- Industry (sealing pipelines, protection against vibrations, rust, etc.)

How many products does the KANDYDIP® product range include?

The KandyDip® Product range Products for all user groups, u.a.:
  • KandyDip® liquid rubber(DIY / hobby users & advanced users)
  • KandyDip® Spray(Hobby and professional users)
  • KandyDip® Industrial PUR (Undiluted raw material for industrial use)
  • KandyDip® PaintShield (Professional users / industry)
  • KandyDip® 2K TopCoat (Professional users)

How do the individual KANDYDIP® products differ from each other?

KandyDip® liquid rubberIs designed for the first-time user as well as the advanced user. It is characterized by excellent coverage, very high resistance and a relatively low risk of running.
KandyDip® SprayIs the name of the KandyDip® liquid rubber product line in aerosol/spray cans for hobby and professional use.
KandyDip® Industrial PURIs the undiluted one, d.h. without the addition of solvents for viscosity adjustment. This variant is ideal for insulating electronics, pipes/cables, molds, as a rubber coating for grip production, etc.
KandyDip® PaintShieldIs a low-solvent, transparent liquid solution for the protection of headlights, hoods u.a. from grit and stone chips. This material is ideal for protecting new vehicles during transportation. Optionally, headlights can be protected against stone chipping without impairment. The material is temporarily fuel-resistant and can be sanded wet.
KandyDip® 2K TopCoatIs a two-component UHS clearcoat for application on thermoplastic substrates. KandyDip® 2K TopCoat, also known as "Dip 2K TopCoat", has been available since 2015 and is used to protect the removable coating against fuels, alkalis and acids. The material may only be used in conjunction with KandyDip® liquid rubber and the processing instructions.

Which spraying systems can be used?

Recommended spraying system: Electric turbine system or compressed air gun
Compressed air gun:
Nozzle diameter: from 1.3 mm - 1.8 mm at 1.75 - 2.0 bar
Examples:
DeVilBiss® PRi Pro 1.8 mm at 1.75 - 2.0 bar (recommended: 1.75 bar working pressureb gun) for base and effect pigment coating
SATA® 100 F B RP 1.7 mm at 1.75 - 2.0 bar for base and effect coating
Alternatively z.B. tested the following pistols:
SATA® 3000, 4000, 5000 B HVLP/RP 1.5 mm - 1.8 mm
DeVilBiss® GTi Pro T1, T2, T110 1.3 mm - 1.4 mm
 
Note: When using a diameter from 1.6 mm - 1.8 mm, we recommend the addition of solvent (DIPON® PD-100) of up to 20 % (by weight) to prevent orange peel formation.

Which agents may be used for degreasing/cleaning not be used?

All agents except DIPON® Dip PreCleaner must not be used.
List of unsuitable degreasing and cleaning agents for the pre-treatment of surfaces to be coated with KandyDip® liquid rubber:
- SILICONE REMOVER
- WAX REMOVER
- BRAKE CLEANER
- WHEEL CLEANER
- WASHING BENZIN
- BURNING SPIRIT
- FAT REMOVER
- DISHWASHER
- ORANGE AND CITRUS CLEANER
These agents cause undesirable effects such as z.B. the liquid rubber coating burns on, very long drying times, reduced gloss, soaking of the liquid rubber.
Glossy liquid rubber products are much more sensitive than matt versions.

What is a liquid rubber primer (base coat)?

The base coat is not a primer in the conventional sense, as it can be removed without leaving any residue with the appropriate and recommended minimum layer thickness.KANDYDIP® in a UNI color is used as the base coating.For example, KANDYDIP® Liquid Rubber Black Matt is often used as a primer / base coat for effect colors. For white basecoats, it is recommended to apply another gray basecoat before applying white matt or glossy. This reduces the risk of runs and promotes opacity.

What is a UNI shade?

Solid colors are colors without additional additives (pigments / flakes).These colors are simple solid colors and do not contain any metallic or pearlescent effects. In most cases, many of these colors can be applied directly without prior liquid rubber base coating / primer.
 The following shades are excluded from this:
- Red*
- Yellow*
- Orange*
*These colors could cause discoloration. We therefore recommend applying a liquid rubber coating / primer in, for example, gray or black matt.

What are effect colors?

"Pigments" are the basis for creating effect colors.
These include all types of effect colors, u.a.:
- Pearlescent pigments
- Metal pigments
- Chameleon / flip-flop / colorshift pigments
- Thermochromic pigments
These effect colors always require an existing base coat consisting of KandyDip® liquid rubber. This also serves as a:
- Adhesive base
- Neutral-colored background
- Protective layer between the surface to be coated and the effect color (pigment)

What could be the consequences of applying pigments without a liquid rubber base color??

Effect pigments will only produce the desired result through the interaction of the colored substrate and the effect color. If the effect pigments are applied without a liquid rubber base coat, it could u.a. this can lead to problems with the removability of the material, damage to the paint and runs due to a lack of primer. Please note that the base coat is not a primer in the conventional sense, as it can be removed without leaving any residue with the appropriate and recommended minimum layer thickness. You can use a "conventional" multi-coat paint finish as a comparison. First, the vehicle is coated with the base paint after the preparatory work has been completed, then the effect paint is applied and finally the clear coat.It is therefore not recommended to coat effect pigments without KandyDip® Liquid Rubber Base Color.

My vehicle is already black/white, do I still need a base coat?

Regardless of which paint finish your vehicle has, it is still necessary apply a liquid rubber (!) primer / base coat with the required number of coats. We always recommend a base coat for white and silver paints, as certain colors "bleed", d.h. can rub off on the original paint. Red, yellow and orange solid colors are particularly affected.

Nature and condition of the surface to be coated:

The condition of the surface to be coated is decisive for the final result of the liquid rubber coating. With vehicle paintwork, an intact clear coat is essential in order to obtain a liquid rubber coating that can be removed without leaving any residue. Chipping of the clear coat would therefore lead to serious damage to the vehicle paintwork.

When do we speak of a shift?

A layer can be applied in different ways, z.B. by fogging or by uneven coating (foggy, wet). To spray a complete layer, it must be film-forming, d.h. completely wetted so that a visible wet film is visible. In most cases, the mist layer (adhesive coat) will only be applied once. With some colors (z.B. White) this can be up to three coats. For optimum resistance, we recommend applying at least six to eight film-forming coats using a 1.5 mm spray gun.
If we are talking about spray cans, the principle is identical, but for various applications (z.B. Rim coating) to ensure that a composite structure is achieved.

How long can KandyDip® liquid rubber be stored?

KandyDip® liquid rubber has a shelf life of at least 9 months if stored correctly.
The containers must always be stored in a dry and dark place. Temperatures should be between +1°C and +18°C.
Avoid temperatures above 40°C, ATTENTIONDanger of explosion!

How sensitive to heat is KandyDip® liquid rubber?

KandyDip® liquid rubber has been tested in a temperature range from -34 degrees Celsius to +95 degrees Celsius. Under these conditions, the material does not dissolve on its own, but is exposed to increased stress at very high temperatures.
 
All information has been compiled to the best of our knowledge and experience from over 100,000 projects. If you are still undecided, please do not hesitate to contact our customer service by phone, e-mail or on site in Dortmund.
 
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