Waterborne Bicycle & E-bike Coatings – Recommended Monolith Resin System
Bicycle and e-bike frames and parts are painted on electrostatic spray lines with a basecoat and a high-gloss clearcoat. Waterborne acrylic and polyester resins are used in both layers to deliver adhesion, recoatability, gloss and outdoor durability.
This page summarizes the Monolith waterborne system recommended for bicycle and e-bike coatings in our catalog, the grades whose catalog application lists this field, and the performance points to check when you select a system.
Recommended Monolith system
“+” joins grades used together; “·” and “/” separate alternative options. Final selection depends on your substrate, process and specification.
Field-proven highlights
- Basecoat: good adhesion, good electrostatic construction, excellent recoating
- Clearcoat: high gloss, high DOI, good weather resistance, excellent recoating
Key performance needs
- Good adhesion on metal frames and parts
- Suitability for electrostatic spray application
- Easy recoating for repairs and multi-color designs
- Clearcoats with high gloss and high DOI
- Weather resistance for outdoor use
Monolith grades for bicycle and e-bike coatings
| Grade | Type | Catalog application | Listed as |
|---|---|---|---|
| AC512 | Acrylic dispersion | Motorcycle, bicycle basecoat | Recommended system |
| PKA603 | Self-emulsifying polyester resin | Bicycle paint, auto parts, wheel hub paint | Recommended system |
| PKA615 | Polyester dispersion | Bicycle paint, auto parts, wheel hub paint | Recommended system |
| AC590 | Water-soluble acrylic resin | Bicycle / bike varnish | Recommended system |
| AC572 | Water-soluble acrylic resin | Bicycle clearcoat, tricycle | Catalog application |
| PKA602 | Self-emulsifying polyester resin | Bicycle paint, auto parts, wheel hub paint | Catalog application |
| PKA606 | Water-soluble polyester resin | Insulating paint, auto parts, bicycle paint | Catalog application |
| PKA617 | Self-emulsifying polyester resin | Bicycle, electric vehicle cover light and other applications with high weather resistance requirements | Catalog application |
All parameters are for reference and based on the COA at the time of shipment.
Related applications
All applications · Tricycle Coatings · Automotive OEM Coatings · Aluminum Wheel Hub Coatings · All products
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FAQ
Which waterborne system does Monolith recommend for bicycle and e-bike coatings?
The Monolith catalog recommends basecoat: AC512 · PKA603; clearcoat: PKA603 · PKA615 · AC590. “+” joins grades used together; “·” and “/” separate alternative options.
Which other Monolith grades are listed for bicycle and e-bike coatings?
Besides the recommended system, the catalog application of these grades mentions this field: AC572, PKA602, PKA606, PKA617.
How can I get the TDS, a sample or formulation support?
Use the Request TDS / Sample form or email martin@monolithchem.com with your application, substrate and target performance. Monolith application engineers will recommend grades and send the technical data sheets.