Koch-Chemie Ceramic Rims Coating CR0.01

Koch-Chemie's Ceramic Rims is a ceramic coating designed to provide painted rims with long-lasting protection. A chemical reaction is created to form a permanently bonded protective layer on the surface, which in turn leaves a hydrophobic finish with excellent beading behaviour. 

Surfaces treated with CR0.01 will be protected from environmental abrasives such as salt and brake dust, and remain intact after the use of acidic and alkaline cleaners. Maintenance and cleaning will be easier.

Up to 12 months protection and can be double coated. Please follow the washing and care instructions.

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Recommendations for use

Preparation:

1. Clean the wheel thoroughly before the coating process. For heavy contaminated wheels, agitate with a brush or wash pad for deep cleaning.
2. Before coating all surfaces, wipe with Panel Preparation Spray using a Polish & Sealing Towel. Wipe dry with another clean Polish & Sealing Towel. This completely removes surfactants, drying aids etc. to avoid adhesion problems with the Ceramic Rims Cr0.01.
3. After this step, do not touch the paint with your palms/fingers (risk of adhesion problems, use gloves). The surface is now perfectly prepared for Ceramic Rims Cr0.01.

Application:

1. Use the application pen and coat the entire surface with Ceramic Rims Cr0.01. Spread the ceramic evenly over the surface. After application, a thin, closed liquid film must be visible.
2. Allow the product to flash off and then level and remove excess residue with a Coating Towel. *Optimal conditions: Temperature from 15°C / 59°F to 25°C / 77°F, humidity from 40% - 50%. If the temperature/humidity is higher, the flash-off time must be shorter. If the temperature/humidity is lower, the reaction cannot take place properly.
3. Consumption depending on rim size and design approx. 5-7 ml per rim.
4. For double coats, a drying time of approx. 30 minutes should be observed after the first coat, depending on the temperature and humidity. The coating is only weatherproof after at least 24 hours.

Maintenance:

1. First vehicle wash should be after nine days at the earliest, as the coating is not fully cured until then. At low outside temperatures (below 15°C / 59°F), the curing time is extended. Nevertheless, soiling should be carefully removed as quickly as possible during the first nine days.
2. The application of Spray Sealant S0.02 or Hand Wax W0.01 is recommended after 24 hours to protect the not yet fully cured ceramic coating. 
3. Hand washing is recommended to preserve the ceramic surface for as long as possible. Use Green Star (dilution 1:10) for alkaline cleaning. Use Gentle Snow Foam for neutral washes. To remove mineral soiling, deep cleaning with Magic Wheel Cleaner or Reactivation Shampoo is recommended.
4. Professional aftercare maintains the properties of the ceramic sealant. Hydro Foam Sealant S0.03 (dilution 1:50 - 1:200) is therefore recommended as a wet sealant, Spray Sealant S0.02 or Hand Wax W0.01 as a topper after cleaning the rims. Please refer to the product information for exact processing.

Areas of use

• Rims of cars, commercial vehicles, motorcycles, mobile homes, caravans etc.

Warnings

• Before use, please read the hazard warnings on the container or outer carton and take appropriate protective measures.
• Ceramic Rims Cr0.01 reacts with humidity. This can cause crystals to form on the rim when the bottle is open. If these crystals get onto the application pen, the surface to be coated will be scratched. Therefore, the crystals must be wiped off with a cloth before the product is dripped onto the application pen.
• Cleaning agents with pH values below 3 or above 12 should be avoided.
• An opened bottle has a maximum shelf life of 6 months. Check the bottle for crystallisation before use.