We often talk about the Cataphoretic coating on our steering & suspension parts but what is it and why do we use it?

What is cataphoresis?

Cataphoresis is a process of electro coating metals to get a high resistance to atmospheric agents. In the case of our steering & suspension parts this is the electro coating of paint onto various steering components. This coating increases the anti-corrosive properties of the parts and is the standard for auto parts where a complete and optimal antirust protection is required.

How is it applied?

Cataphoresis is an organic coating method that uses electrical current to deposit paint onto a part or assembled product. Because of its ability to coat even the most complex parts and assembled products with specific performance requirements, Cataphoresis is used by numerous industries as a means to coat products in various categories such as: agricultural equipment, appliances, automobiles, automotive parts, marine components, transformers, metal office furniture, lawn & garden equipment and furniture, fasteners, trim appliances, fixtures and much more.

	In Pretreatment the parts are cleaned and phosphate coated. Cleaning and phosphating is essential in obtaining the desired finish. Iron and Zinc phosphate are most commonly used in the process either by spray booth or immersion.
	The Dip tank contains 80-90% deionized water and 10-20% paint solids. The water acts as a carrier for the paint solids. The paint solids are a pigment and resin component. It is the resin that gives the final paint treatment the anti-corrosion protection.
	During the Cataphoresis process, the amount of voltage dictates the thickness of paint coating. Paint solids will stick to the part as it exits the dip tank and these are removed in the rinse tank. Rinsed paint solids are returned to the process to ensure optimum efficiency/coverage.
	From rinse the parts move to the bake oven. The oven cures the paint to ensure maximum performance. Bake ovens operate at between 82 °C – 180 °C depending on the system.

One of our core values is best quality. Cataphoresis coating consolidates and reinforces the quality of the product we offer our customers. This process protects the parts against salt, dirt and water ingress,  increasing strength and longevity, matching and exceeding OE specifications.

We are very proud of our quality and depth of range