Advantages, use and application of the Sikkens Autowave range
The technical advantages of the Sikkens Autowave paint system:
The Autowave paint range offered by Sikkens is a waterborne base system with excellent Theoretical coverage as soon as it is applied to your bodywork surface. This solution is ideal for painting new parts or repairing two-coat systems in the automotive sector. It offers flexibility of use for professionals.
This range of paints is very popular with many bodywork specialists. It is easy to apply and has a high colour fastness.
Excellent flow properties mean that bodybuilders save time and have good control over the metallics. If you need to make blends, spraying the area will be a breeze. The pot life for mixed colours is three months.
Using Sikkens MM098 Paint:
The Autowave range of paints can be used on all OEM finishes and on all Sikkens products, with the exception of direct application on Washprimers. Specially formulated for passenger car finishes, but also for truck and van finishes.
Application of Sikkens Intense White Base MM098 :
Before applying to your car surface, remember to mix your colour several times to obtain optimum viscosity.
Production of opaque colours:
Apply two single coats or until the surface is completely covered. Remember to leave some evaporation time between your coats of paint, until the colour is completely matt.
Tech'team tips: For a wet-on-wet application, apply two thin layers.
Opaque, metallic and special-effect colours:
Spray a closed wet coat followed by a light wet coat. It is also advisable to wait until evaporation is complete until the paint is completely matt. Once the drying time has elapsed, apply a coat of haze in the recommended quantity.
Tech'team tip: For better placement, increase the distance to 30 cm.
Spot repairs:
Adjust your spray pressure and turn it down, then apply two thin layers until the surface is covered and dry to a matt appearance for each layer before going beyond the Blending areas. For pearlescent and metallic shades, it is strongly recommended to apply a placement veil.
Autowave system drying time :
Ambient humidity and air speed can affect the drying time of the paint system. This time can be reduced if you use a drying time accelerator at a minimum distance of 1 metre from the object to be painted.
Tech'team tip: When heat is used to dry your base, it is important to allow it to cool to room temperature before applying the tint or Clearcoat.
Other Sikkens products available on the Carross website :
Find in our stock professional Clearcoats, Hardeners, Thinners for car repairs and other products from the brand with 24-hour delivery throughout France. Would you like help with your order, or advice on how to apply an automotive product? The sales team is available on 01 60 27 20 19.