Electrostatic Painting
An Introduction to Electrostatic Painting
The Electrostatic Science Behind it
A Brief History of Electrostatic Painting
The Uses of Electrostatic Painting
The Advantages of Electrostatic Painting
- Less wasted paint
- More even coat of paint
- More durable because it has a strong bond to the object
- More eco-friendly because less paint particles go into the air
The Disadvantages of Electrostatic Painting
- Material you want to spray must be conductive
- Equipment is more expensive than conventional painting equipment
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