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What's the difference between Ceramic & Hydrophobic Coating?
In short, Ceramic Coating is a hard and thick protective shell that can protect against swirls and Hydrophobic Coating is meant to repel water and dirt aggressively.
Both coating are rising gloss levels.
Ceramic Coating:
a.) Usually 9H hardness (400 absolute hardness) or grater
b.) 1 micron thickness
c.) Hard & Durable Protective Layer against:
- Wash swirls
- UV rays
- Chemicals ranging from pH2 - pH12
- Tree sap, tar and water spots are easier to remove
- Temperature fom -40C to 250C
d.) Gloss & Slickness
e.) Water contact angle 95 degrees
f.) Durability 3 - 9 years
Hydrophobic Coating:
a.) Usually 7H hardness (100 absolute hardness) or grater
b.) 0.5 micron thickness
c.) Highly Hydrophobic Protective Layer against:
- Light wash swirls
- UV rays
- Chemicals ranging from pH3 - pH13
- Temperature to 150C
d.) High Glossy finish
e.) Water contact angle - 110 degrees
f.) Durability 18 months to 2 years
Both coatings are stand alone products or can be used together in order to meet customers needs and expectations.