Is it paint or is it powder???

[Harleydad]

I tried the search function with out much luck. Aside from the slight orange peel typically found on a powdercoated piece and the use of a thickness gauge how do determine paint or powder?
I'd like to hear some methods others use

Thanks

[Harleydad]

No other methods?

[ashcroft01]

I haven't done much testing on my own, but one way to determine is by doing a simple solvent test.

Most powders should not be affected by M.E.K. or Acetone in small quantities. A painted surface would surly start to deteriorate being exposed to even the slightest amounts.

Take a clean white cloth or napkin, put a drop or two of Ketone or Acetone on it and wipe in a small inconspicuous area. Check the rag or paper towel for residue.

This may not work for heavily painted commercial grade items though. Different paints have different properties and industrial paints may pass this test.

Just a thought.

Some of you Powder Coating gurus are free to jump in on this one with us for some added advise.

Thanks,

Curtis

[Banditperformance]

Scratch test Powder will most allways be tougher, and has a shaving plastic look to it when scratched off

[Harleydad]

Thanks for the replies