Akademik Veri Yönetim Sistemi
9 th International Students Science Congress , Manisa, Türkiye, 22 - 23 Mayıs 2025, ss.358-369, (Tam Metin Bildiri)
Due to environmental and usage conditions, it is inevitable for metal parts to be exposed to harmful effects such as rusting, oxidation, and corrosion. One method of protection against these effects is the surface coating processes. Processes such as electrostatic powder coating, which are preferred in industry due to their environmental impact and ease of use, can help protect metal parts from corrosion. However, in some surface coating processes, oil, dirt, rust, or residues remaining between the material surface and the paint can reduce the quality of the coating. Proper surface cleaning prior to processes such as electrostatic powder coating is important for the adhesion quality and protective ability of the paint on the material. In this study, the effect of surface cleaning performed before electrostatic powder coating on the paint applied to the part will be examined. Additionally, the effect of cleaning processes performed with different chemicals on the quality of the paint will be discussed. Results will be obtained by examining the samples under a microscope after cleaning and conducting hardness tests. Subsequently, the surface and cross-sections of the painted samples will be examined, and hardness and cross-cut tests will be applied. This study aims to investigate the effect of different surface preparation processes on the quality of the paint after electrostatic powder coating application.