Enevex® R18 Rims Protection “Gloss”

Enevex® R18 Rims Protection “Gloss”

enevex® R18 Rims Protection “Gloss” is a high-strength surface coating for rims on all vehicles. It provides optimal protection for both painted and unpainted rim surfaces, significantly enhancing their gloss. enevex® R18 Rims Protection “Gloss” is also heat-resistant up to +1050°C. The product cannot be removed by conventional cleaning agents and protects against damage from leaked brake fluid. enevex® R18 Rims Protection “Gloss” is very flexible, with a thickness of up to 8 µm, and will not crack or peel. Areas of application: Chrome rims, painted and powder-coated rims.

Properties:

• Permanent protection
• Very high hydrophobic properties
• Car wash resistant
• Resistant to cleaning agents (pH 2 – 13)
• UV & environmentally resistant
• Easy-to-clean surface
• Excellent gloss & color depth
• Temperature-resistant from -50°C to +1050°C

Application:

• Clean the surface with enevex® AT10 Special Cleaner and neutralize it with enevex® Pre-Cleaner
• Place the application cloth over the applicator
• Drop 12 – 18 drops of enevex® R18 Rims Protection “Gloss” onto the application cloth and quickly distribute it over the surface (a visible film must form). Work on small sections (max. 50 x 50 cm)
• Let the product air off for about 1 – 3 minutes! (This is dependent on the application amount, humidity, and ambient temperature). The longer the product can react on the surface, the higher the layer build-up, protective effect, and hydrophobic effect
• Remove excess with the first enevex® CT23 Ceramic Towel (first the edge areas, then move from the outside to the inside in straight, brisk motions)
• Take another fresh enevex® CT23 Ceramic Towel and polish the surface (first the edge areas, then from the outside to the inside in circular motions, without applying much pressure)
• If streaks are still visible, take another fresh enevex® CT23 Ceramic Towel and repeat the process until the streaks are no longer visible (check with a light source)
• Recoating with enevex® R18 Rims Protection “Gloss” is possible after 20 minutes. Do not wait longer than 35 minutes!
• The product can also be applied using a fine spray method. You will need pure, dry, oil-free compressed air! Contaminants in the compressed air cause a pre-reaction of the product, and treated surfaces will become matte and rough
• Caution: Do not apply directly in the sun. Protect the product from direct sunlight and frost

Lifetime:

One layer of enevex® R18 Rims Protection “Gloss” lasts approximately 30 – 36 months (hand wash). Every additional layer increases the durability by an additional 10 months. To achieve a longer protection period, you can apply the product using the fine spray method and allow it to dry. This will result in a dry layer thickness of approximately 3 – 5 µm. Caution: Frequent car wash use can affect the coating’s durability, as the abrasive action of brushes gradually wears down the product and causes scratches.

Weatherproof after: 18 – 24 hours

Fully cured after: 9 – 10 days

pH resistance: pH 2 – 13

Note after use: Coating products need some time to bond with the surface and fully cure after application. Surfaces treated with sealing products should always be cleaned as gently as possible to avoid damaging or even removing the product. Avoid using strong cleaning agents with a high pH value or a high content of solvents. Therefore, we recommend cleaning with a pH-neutral shampoo.

Accessories: enevex® AT10 Special Cleaner, enevex® Pre-Cleaner, enevex® CT23 Ceramic Towel, enevex® Applicator sponge, enevex® CW26 Clean wheels “with color indicator”