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    21 Products
    About Paint and Protective Coatings
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    Compare our offering of paint and protective coatings to find the right material for your surfaces.

    Reflective Paint

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Paint. Reflective Paint.
    Make items stand out under emergency lighting or in low-light environments. Excellent for signs and emergency equipment, this paint is clear so it won’t obscure the color of your item.
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    6-Up
    Alkyd—Aerosol Can
    10Solvent Based3241 ft² @ 1 milUpright200YesSteel, Iron, Masonry, Concrete, WoodClear (Satin)8116T81000000000000
     

    Antislip Protective Coatings

    Longer-lasting than antislip tape, these coatings contain grit to provide traction. They’re good for areas with pedestrian traffic.
    Epoxy—Aerosol Can
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Protective Coatings. Antislip Protective Coatings, Epoxy—Aerosol Can.
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    12Solvent Based202415 ft² @ 1 milNo25050 to 90YesAluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Steel, Stainless Steel, Iron, Galvanized Iron, Galvanized Steel, Fiberglass, Masonry, Concrete, Stone, Asphalt, WoodGloss Clear63825T74000000
     
    Covers
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    Roller Cover for Solvent-Based Coatings6439T7300000

    Protective Coatings

    Used to insulate, create grips, and color-code components, these coatings resist high temperatures, light abrasion, and corrosion.
    Rubber—Aerosol Can
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Protective Coatings. Protective Coatings, Rubber—Aerosol Can.
    Rubber coatings withstand salt and acids.
    Cannot Be Sold Outside United States—Coatings that cannot be sold outside of the United States do not meet product labeling requirements. VOC (Volatile Organic Compounds) regulations restrict sales to the listed jurisdictions/areas.
    Sealant Primers—Although sealant primer is not required for use on all materials, it can be used to prepare any surface to maximize the life of the coating. They cannot be sold outside of the United States due to product regulations.
    Topcoats—Apply topcoat to give coated surfaces a glossy finish that resists fading. They cannot be sold outside of the United States due to product regulations.
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    Sealant Primers
    Topcoats
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    Cannot Be Sold To
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    11Solvent Based40246 ft² @ 5 milNo20065 to 85YesSteel, Iron, Plastic, Wood, FabricSteel, IronOutside United StatesSemi-Gloss Clear9560T4000000000000Outside United States9560T820000009560T2000000
     

    Plastic Protective Coatings for Metal

    Tough and long-lasting, these flexible plastic coatings protect against rust and corrosion. They expand and contract with the base metal through temperature changes and vibration without cracking or peeling. They hold up in outdoor environments where other protective coatings would fail.
    Acrylic Plastic—Aerosol Can
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Protective Coatings. Plastic Protective Coatings for Metal.
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    12-Up
    12Solvent Based52414 ft² @ 1 milNo15055 to 80YesSteel, Iron, WoodGloss Clear7850T40000000000
    12Solvent Based52415 ft² @ 1 milNo15055 to 80YesSteel, Iron, WoodFlat Clear7850T500000000
     

    Protective Coatings for Wood

    Apply these wear-resistant coatings to wood to protect from scuffs, water, and oil damage.
    Lacquer—Aerosol Can
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Protective Coatings. Protective Coatings for Wood, Lacquer—Aerosol Can.
    Cannot Be Sold to Canada—Coatings that cannot be sold to the listed areas are restricted due to product labeling requirements.
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    1-11
    12-Up
    11.25Solvent Based30240 ft² @ 1 milNoNot Rated55 to 90NoWoodFlat Clear—20035T66000000000000
    11.25Solvent Based30240 ft² @ 1 milNoNot Rated55 to 90NoWoodGloss ClearCanada20035T670000000000
     
    Polyurethane Rubber—Aerosol Can
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Protective Coatings. Protective Coatings for Wood, Polyurethane Rubber—Aerosol Can.
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    11Solvent Based30417 ft² @ 1 milNoNot Rated40 to 80YesSteel, Iron, WoodGloss Clear7961T5000000
     

    Conformal Coatings

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Conformal Coatings. Conformal Coatings, Aerosol Can.

    Aerosol

    Can

    These coatings protect circuit boards and other electronics from moisture, dust, and static. They’re thinner than potting compounds, so they flow into the smallest contours of your components to cover them completely. Apply these coatings without needing a potting box or other container. You can remove them if necessary.
    Acrylic Plastic—Acrylic plastic coatings are our thinnest option, so they’re the easiest to apply. They’ll also come off the easiest when you have to rework or repair your component—just use a solvent. These coatings dry in a day or less.
    Silicone Rubber—Silicone rubber coatings protect components over a wide range of temperatures. They’re also the most flexible of our conformal coatings, so they won’t crack from vibration. However, they’re thicker than acrylic coatings, so they’re more difficult to apply and remove.
    Silicone/Acrylic Plastic—Silicone/acrylic plastic coatings combine the flexibility and temperature resistance of silicone with the thinness of acrylic for easy application. Use them in the environments you’d use silicone coatings, such as high-vibration and high-temperature areas.
    Urethane Rubber—Urethane rubber coatings are the best choice for harsh environments. They have the best chemical resistance in our offering, and they’re extra hard for the best resistance to scrapes. Plus, they won’t crack in low temperatures. However, they aren’t as flexible as silicone coatings, so they’re worse at handling vibration. They’re also harder to apply than acrylic coatings because they’re thicker.
    Sprayon—Sprayon acrylic plastic coatings dry in just 30 minutes, the quickest of our conformal coatings. They resist grease, oil, and alkalies. Ideal for metal parts, they prevent rusting. Along with circuit boards, they’re often used on batteries.
    Ultraviolet—Coatings with ultraviolet visibility show up under a black light, so you can easily check if you’ve applied them evenly.
    IPC-CC-830—Coatings that meet IPC-CC-830 are certified for use on circuit boards.
    UL 94 V-0—Coatings that meet UL 94 V-0 have passed a test for flame retardance.
    Cannot Be Sold To—Coatings that cannot be sold to the listed areas are restricted due to VOCs (volatile organic compounds) regulations.
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    Acrylic Plastic
     
    Aerosol Can
    12324 hr.ClearUltraviolet1,000-85° F250IPC-CC-830—UL 94 V-0
    		Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Steel, Stainless SteelOutside United States and Canada6801A39000000
     
    Acrylic Plastic—Sprayon EL2000
     
    Aerosol Can
    111030 min.Clear—8,000Not Rated150—Fed. Spec. TT-L-50—Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Steel, Stainless Steel—6801A4100000
     
    Silicone Rubber—Hard
     
    Aerosol Can
    126072 hr.ClearUltraviolet1,100-85° F390IPC-CC-830—UL 94 V-0
    		Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Steel, Stainless SteelOutside United States and Canada6801A3700000
     
    Silicone/Acrylic Plastic
     
    Aerosol Can
    12848 hr.ClearUltraviolet1,000-40° F390——UL 94 V-0
    		PlasticCanada6801A20400000
     
    Urethane Rubber
     
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    121524 hr.ClearUltraviolet380-85° F255IPC-CC-830—UL 94 V-0
    		Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Steel, Stainless SteelOutside North America6801A20100000
     

    Glare-Reducing Protective Coatings

    Put a temporary dull finish on glossy surfaces to reduce glare during inspection. This acrylic plastic formula dries quickly without leaving permanent residue and wipes off easily.
    Acrylic Plastic—Aerosol Can
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Protective Coatings. Glare-Reducing Protective Coatings.
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    6Solvent Based15249 ft² @ 1 milNoNot Rated40 to 80NoPlastic, GlassFlat Clear7972T400000000000
     

    Plastic Protective Coatings for Nonferrous Metal

    Protect brass, bronze, copper, and silver from moisture, chemicals, oxidation, and abrasion. This lacquer dries to a clear, hard finish that preserves the natural appearance of polished metal. It provides a long-lasting barrier against tarnish. The aerosol format allows even coverage on detailed or hard-to-reach surfaces without brush marks.
    Lacquer—Aerosol Can
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Protective Coatings. Plastic Protective Coatings for Nonferrous Metal.
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    12Solvent Based5810 ft² @ 1 milNo15060 to 80NoBrass, Bronze, Copper, SilverGloss Clear76885T73000000000000
    12Solvent Based5810 ft² @ 1 milNo16060 to 80YesBrass, Bronze, Copper, SilverGloss Clear76885T750000000000
     

    Fabric Coatings

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Fabric Coatings. Fabric Coatings.
    Repel spills and block stains without changing the look of fabric or upholstery.
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    3M
    Scotchgard10Aerosol CanSolvent BasedNot Rated624120FabricClear71315K41000000
     

    High-Temperature Conformal Coatings

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Conformal Coatings. High-Temperature Conformal Coatings.
    Even in furnace-like heat, these coatings protect your electronics from moisture, dust, and static. They withstand temperatures up to 270° higher than standard silicone rubber coatings while remaining flexible enough to not crack and peel from vibration. Whether your circuit board is in a hot, humid shop or inside heavy machinery that heats up and vibrates, these coatings keep it protected. Made of silicone, they won’t cloud from humidity.
    They’re thinner than potting compounds, so they flow into the smallest contours of your components to cover them completely. Simply spray these coatings on your device without needing a potting box or other container. They contain a UV indicator, so you can use a blacklight to check if they’ve been applied evenly. You can remove these coatings if necessary.
    These coatings are IPC certified for use with circuit boards. For flame retardance, they meet UL 94 V-0.
    Cannot Be Sold To—They cannot be sold in California or outside North America due to regulatory limits on VOCs.
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    Silicone Rubber—Extra Hard
     
    Aerosol Can
    124524No560-40 to 660IPC-CC-830UL 94 V-0
    		NoAluminum, Copper, FiberglassClearUltravioletCalifornia, Outside North America6138N11000000
     
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