Either in mould or post finished it s brilliant stuff.
Clear coat over carbon fibre vinyl.
The best product to be recommended depends on how you intend to use it and what you expect as a result.
4 year outdoor 12 year indoor lifespan self adhesive back with 3m comply adhesive.
Clear coat also has a reputation for changing the way light is reflected off of the vinyl changing the way the colors appear.
How to apply clear vinyl wrap.
I got my trunk vinyl wrapped and i wanted a glossy vinyl wrap but the place put on a flat carbon fiber vinyl wrap for my trunk.
And i ve yet to see any major issues.
Here at carbon fiber film we only sell genuine 3m di noc the best carbon fiber vinyl in the industry.
Vinyl decals were never intended to have a clear coat put on top as far as i can discover within product specifications.
Spray one coat onto your vinyl.
If you just want to protect an existing cfrp part and take the easiest alternative i d use the 1 component tristarcolor clear coat which is delivered in a spray can.
They used 3m scotchgard airlock wrap i checked google and i found that valspar clear sealer gloss is good for interior and exterior for rain snow etc.
The wood has been prepped properly and she applied the vinyl wording.
Possibly the only downside is that when post finishing it can spray down a touch too orange peely.
If you do decide to go with a clear coat we highly recommend testing the results on a separate piece of your vinyl wrap.
I normally use duratec sunshield when coating carbon.
Not just a printed pattern but has an actual texture that reflects light.
Available in 9 different color finishes.
Super tough high solids great chemical resistance uv inhibiting.
Can you clear coat over carbon fibre vinyl.
I was looking is there anyway to clear coat that.
I m thinking i should be able to spray clear coat over the vinyl to make sure it does not separate off of it s wooden surface.
I ve tried it and seen others clear over vinyl decals numerous times.
Perfect for carbon fiber and epoxy laminates but it is also compatible with polyester and vinyl ester resins.
Give your next carbon project the deep gloss and shine that will make it stand out with our duratec sunshield clear topcoat.
However i ve seen many do it with great success for nearly 20 years.
Just want to put a coat or 2 of the clear coat to ensure they stay in place permanently.
Here s my take on things.