Instructions For Repainting Hammond Standard Paints & Powders IMPORTANT: Check with your paint manufacturer to insure the paint you are applying is compatible with the paint on the Hammond product.
Hammond paints are re-paintable with most baking enamels, alkyd air dry enamels, industrial acrylic enamels, two component urethanes & two component epoxy’s by following the instructions below.
Note: Automotive type paint finishes usually require additional surface preparation when applied over polyester powder finishes. Contact the paint supplier for more information.
IMPORTANT: For best adhesion results, correct surface preparation before painting is essential.
Type 12 and Type 4 Enclosures
INSTRUCTIONS FOR REPAINTING HAMMOND POWDER COATED PRODUCTS
- All Hammond standard powder coated products can be repainted.
- Check with your paint manufacturer to insure that the paint you are applying is compatible with the paint on the Hammond product.
- (Hammond uses Polyester and Hybrid powder coatings on standard catalogue products) - Always test the repainting process in an inconspicuous area prior to use.
- This painting instruction applies to ANSI 61 (Gray) and RAL7035 (Light Gray).
- All other Hammond powder paints can be repainted by following step 5.
- IMPORTANT - This step is mandatory and must be done carefully.
- Wipe down the entire area to be repainted with lacquer thinner or acetone. Use a clean cloth and change cloth frequently.
- Apply finish coats as per your paint manufacturers instructions.
- Allow paint to cure properly for best adhesion and hardness. Consult your paint manufacturer for proper cure time and temperature.
- The above procedure promotes good inter-coat adhesion. To enhance this process sanding with a 220 grit sandpaper is recommended. Remove all sanding dust using clean rags and a tack cloth.
- All Hammond standard powders can be repainted after a light sanding with a 240 grit sandpaper and cleaning.
Note: Always test the repainting process in an inconspicuous area prior to use.
