The
polished Thermo Silver header coating is the most popular kind of
coating on the market today. The Thermo Silver is used by more coating
companies and manufacturers than any other header coating. This coating
is extremely popular on exhaust systems, where their high luster finish
provides a very attractive, durable surface. The high temperature
characteristics of ceramics have been combined with metallic frits to
create ma coating that can withstand metal temperatures in excess of
1300 degrees Fahrenheit. This unique coating is based on a
water/solvent system, which requires careful attention to application
procedures. The coating can be applied to a variety of surfaces and
metals, such as: exhaust system components, brackets, valve covers,
wheels, headers, hinges, grills, suspension parts or any other metal
that can withstand the 500 degree Fahrenheit cure temperatures. The
coating provide a chrome appearance that will not rust, and is
effective as a hard protective coating for aluminum parts. Because
water is the solvent, the baking process does not produce hazardous,
smelly fumes, as do many other coating products. All tools can be
easily cleaned up with warm water. This coating is a more attractive
coating than is the black satin coating, but the black satin coating
provides increased performance when compared to the polished silver
coating.Commonly referred to as Header Coating/Exhaust Coating.
Thermal Barrier Coatings (TBC's) are designed, as the name suggests, to
reduce the movement of heat. In some instances, such as exhaust
systems, you want to keep the heat in the pipe. In combustion chambers
you want to use the heat generated by combustion to push down the
piston rather than bleed off into the surrounding surfaces. TBC
coatings can be made from a variety of materials. Ceramics get the most
attention, though there are other materials that are superior in
specific applications, the proper choice is critical to the overall
function of the coating. Due to continual testing, both in the lab and
at the track, we are learning that simple thermal barrier action is not
the only characteristic that is important. In fact certain TBC's will
move an engine into detonation.
See important Part Submission Instructions here and read our No “BS” warranty applicable to all header and exhaust components.
Secondary use for coating non heated components purely for decorative use.
We have several different kinds of finish available: See specs / details.