OPTiX OP888 V2 Ceramic Coating (Japanese)
OPTiX OP888 V2 Ceramic Coating (Japanese)
OPTiX OP888 is a premium quartz/ceramic SiO2 glass coating for the regular people or the professional car detailer. OP888 is rated at 9H hardness and provides high scratch-resistance. This ceramic coating is an awesome, premium SiO2 glass coating with an affordable price tag.
What To Use It For:
- Prevent dirt, grime and/or stains on the paint.
- Prevent external damages such as scratches.
- Prevent damage of clear coat.
- Add protection/longevity to your vehicle's paint.
- Produce a beautiful deep shine.
What Is Ceramic Coating?
A ceramic coating is a crystallising polymer liquid that chemically bonds to paint, glass and wheels. It bonds to create a fine layer of crystal over the surface that will ultimately fight off outside elements and such that will degrade a vehicle's finish. Due to the crystal-like nature, a ceramic coating will also produce a nice gloss of its own league. In order to prepare for coating, the surface should be primed, e.g. decontamination and a buff.
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In terms of hardness, OPTiX OP888 has a hardness rating of 9H. The hardness of the liquid polymer will play a large role in how the coating performs against the elements, scratches etc. OP888 will provide you with high scratch resistance but note that this will not magically protect your car forever nor will it completely prevent scratches etc. If you are looking for something that will magically protect you, research paint protection film.
How Long Will It Last For?
Most ceramic coatings will last three to five years and it is recommended that you apply two coats to get the most out of the three to five years. There are a few factors into prolonging or shortening the life of a coating that one should note. The first two factors include how well you primed the surface and also how well you applied the coating. The last factor is maintaining it. OPTiX offers a range of products such as #NINE, Final Boost or Nano Slick, that will add layers over your ceramic coating to protect it further. Washing the car regularly, but not too frequently will also help prolong the life.
How To Use It:
When it comes to ceramic coatings, you can pay a car detailer (ideally OPTiX certified detailers) to apply the coat for you. Or you purchase this bottle and apply it yourself.
- You will need to prime the surface - decontaminate the vehicle using an iron remover as well as claying the whole car.
- You will then need to give the vehicle a buff to make sure you have good clean paint to work with.
- Gather the necessary items you will need (in description).
- Apply a layer of coating.
- Allow to cure for roughly 4 hours.
- Apply second layer.
- Allow to cure.
A quartz/ceramic SiO2 glass coating that is 9H hardness for maximum scratch resistance layer-able coating.
OPTiX OP888
- Our OP888 crystalising ceramic coating bonds to paint, glass and wheels to form a protective layer that sets to a fine layer of crystal that helps fight off the general outside elements that can slowly degrade your vehicle's finish. Two durable layers of OPTiX ceramic coating offers the best results for shine, protection and longevity. OP888 cures to a self-primed surface ready for another coat allowing users to multi-layer. Best applied by OPTiX certified applicators / experienced detailers.
Features:
- Best for use by mobile detailers or DIY with some cautions
- 3 to 5 years protection
- V2 creates the best bond out of all OPTiX SiO2 Coatings
- Suitable and recommended for factory matte/satin or vinyl finishes
- Application requires multiple stages in the process
- Best cured in house using infrared lamps during colder climates
- OPTiX OP888 suits the mobile detailer & DIY
- Multi-layering properties Best results with 2 to 3 layers, 4 to 6 hours between layers
- For the ultimate coating finish add 1 coat of OPTiX Candy POP
1 to 2 coats is recommended for the best show winning depth, gloss and shine that lasts for up to 3 years or more.
1 bottle will do 1 car x 2 coats and wheels and door jams.
What else you will need,
1 Pair of gloves
1 Bottle with a fine misting sprayer
3 to 6 micro fibre cloths (number each corner folded into 4 and numbered) Must be a minimum of 300GSM and best is 600GSM. Most common cheap towels are only $150 to 200gsm.
3 to 6 applicators foam, micro fibre or suede
cleaning alcohol (15%) or cleaning spirits to prep the surface for OP888 glass coating
1 x Bottle of Final Boost for after care coating maintenance spray
1 x Bottle of OPTiX Nano Spray Sealant 7% SiO2 topcoat for coating curing period and that ultra slippery finish that masking tape wont stick to.
1 x Super plush towel for final finishing
For Wheels?
Applying 3 coats of OP888 as per standard 3 towel coating procedure onto the wheels allowing a minimum of 2 hours between each coat is best. Tip use a heater, hair dryer, hot sun or a heating lamps to speed up the drying and harden up the coating for the next layer.
