Processing Technologies and Advantages
Comparison Table of Plastic Painting & Metal Coating Materials/Processes:
Type
Core Features
Application
Scenarios
Advantages
& Disadvantages
Plastic-specific Paint
Resin-based; tailored for ABS/PP/PC;
adjustable gloss; EN 71 compliant grades available
Automotive interior/exterior trim,
home appliance casings, 3C products, children’s plastic toys
Pros: Strong
decoration, wear resistance, multi-plastic compatibility
Cons: High VOC (solvent-based); temp/humidity sensitive;
PP needs primer
PU Paint
Two-component system; room/low-temp
curing (60–80℃); film hardness
2H–3H; moderate weather resistance
Auto modification parts, fiberglass
products, high-end furniture, industrial equipment
Pros:
Multi-substrate universal, high film fullness, easy rework
Cons: 7-day full curing; strict curing agent ratio; high
VOC
UV Paint
One-component; 3–10s UV curing; solid
content ≥95%; hardness 4H–6H;
zero VOC
3C casings, cosmetic packaging, wood
furniture surface Painting
Pros: High
efficiency, eco-friendly, scratch/chemical resistant
Cons: Needs UV equipment; shadow area curing difficulty;
outdoor yellowing risk
General-purpose Paint
One-component solvent-based
(nitro/alkyd); air-drying; simple application
Indoor woodwork, budget furniture,
temporary metal protection
Pros: Low cost,
flexible application (brush/spray/roll), no special equipment
Cons: Low hardness (≤1H); poor weather resistance; high VOC
Silicone-Rubber Paint
Two-component silicone-modified;
alcohol/rub resistant (≥500
wipes); ROHS/REACH compliant; -40℃–150℃ tolerance
Silicone keypads, food-grade
tableware, electrical accessories
Pros: Strong
silicone adhesion, temperature resistant, non-toxic
Cons: Strict mixing ratio; thorough substrate cleaning
required; 24h room-temp curing
General-purpose Metal Paint
One-component alkyd/phenolic;
air/low-temp drying; basic rust protection
Indoor steel components, household
metal appliances
Pros: Low cost,
simple application, fast basic protection
Cons: Poor salt spray resistance (≤24h); outdoor peeling/rusting;
short service life
Metal Powder Coating
Electrostatic adsorption + 180–200℃ baking; 50–150μm uniform film;
zero VOC; ≥100h salt
spray resistance
Auto wheel hubs, security doors,
metal stamping parts, aluminum profiles
Pros:
Eco-friendly, high coating utilization (≥95%), wear/corrosion resistant
Cons: Needs special equipment; complex part edge coverage
issues; hard local repair