Polishing compound is a chemical preparation widely used in the polishing and maintenance of surfaces such as automobiles, ships, furniture and metals. Polishing agent is an abrasive material, mainly used to treat shallow and small scars, and remove surface dirt and blemishes, making the surface scars less obvious, and can also improve the smoothness of the surface, thereby reducing friction and resistance, and improving the quality of automobiles and ships transport efficiency.
Types and Features
Types | Instructions | Advantage | Disadvantage |
Liquid Polish compound | Usually used in a spray or pour bottle. | Can be applied to large surfaces and is relatively easy to clean. | Not suitable for use on vertical surfaces. |
Paste Polish compound | Usually applied with a brush or sponge. | The dosage can be precisely controlled and will not flow to areas that do not need to be polished. | Not suitable for large area use. |
Type
Different surface materials require different types of polishing agents, so when choosing a polishing compound, you need to choose a suitable product according to the surface material.
Type | Main Ingredient | Instructions | Feature |
Abrasive Polish Compound | Abrasive | Hard materials such as metal, stone, ceramics. | Machine polishing is required. |
Restorative Polish Compound | Detergent | Surface of soft materials such as automobiles and furniture. | Not suitable for deep scratches and blemishes. |
All-purpose Polish Compound | Abrasives, Cleaners, Thinners | Surface of most materials. | To get better polish, it requires multiple applications and buffing. |
Targeted Polish Compound | Specific ingredients | Specific material surface. | Only suitable for specific material surfaces, and the price is higher. |
Structure
Polish compound is a chemical preparation used to polish and repair surfaces. Its structure contains a variety of components, which can be combined and adjusted as needed to meet different usage requirements.
1. Abrasives
Abrasives are one of the most important components of polish compound and are responsible for rubbing against the surface, thereby removing dirt, oxides and micro-scratches from the surface. Common abrasive materials include silica, alumina, calcium silicate.
2. Solvent
The solvent is the dissolution medium in the polish compound, which can dissolve and disperse other components, and provide fluidity and lubricity for coating and polishing on the surface. Common solvents include water, alcohols, esters, ethers.
3. Additives
Additives are auxiliary ingredients in polish compound that increase its stability, viscosity, gloss and durability. Common additives include emulsifiers, stabilizers, thickeners, antioxidants.
4. pH regulator
The pH regulator can adjust the pH of the polish compound to meet the requirements of different surface materials. Typically, metal surfaces require an alkaline polish compound and plastic surfaces require an acidic polish compound.
5. Flavors and dyes
Fragrances and dyes are optional ingredients in polish compound, mainly used to improve their appearance and smell, and to distinguish different types and models of products.
Types commonly used in car beauty
Feature | Paint Restoration Polish Compound | Glass Polish Compound | Multipurpose Polish Compound |
Applicable Material | Automotive paint, varnish, coating. | Glass, mirror, crystal. | Automotive paint surface, metal surface, plastic surface. |
Function | Remove minor scratches, oxide layer, restore paint gloss. | Removes limescale, stains, improves clarity and gloss. | Remove stains, scratches, oxide layers, and improve surface gloss. |
Element | Contains abrasives and polish compound. | Contains chemical ingredients. | Contains a variety of functional chemical ingredients. |
Advantage | Can restore paint gloss and enhance appearance. | Can remove limescale and stains and improve clarity. | With a variety of functions, it can be applied to a variety of material surfaces. |
Disadvantage | Abrasive to the paint surface, need to use an appropriate amount. | Need to avoid use on specially coated glass. | The composition is complex, need to pay attention to safe use. |
conclusion
Polish compound are very useful product that can be used to restore and enhance the luster and appearance of material surfaces such as automotive paint, glass, mirrors and more. Different types of polish compound have different characteristics and scope of application. For example, paint restoration polish compound can remove scratches and oxide layers on paint surfaces, glass polish compound can remove scale and stains, and multifunctional polish compound can be applied to surfaces of various materials.
However, when using polish compound, you need to pay attention to the applicable materials, ingredients, usage methods and safety, and you need to make corresponding preparations before use, such as cleaning and protecting the surface of the material. Proper use of polish compound can maintain and protect the surface of the material and prolong its life, but it can also cause damage to the surface of the material if used improperly or excessively. Pay more attention to safety during use, avoid inhalation or ingestion, and avoid applying polish compound to eyes or skin.
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