Tamiya PS-46 Purple/Green Iridescent Lexan Spray Paint (100ml)
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This is a 100ml can of Tamiya PS-46 Purple/Green Iridescent Lexan Spray Paint. These spray paints were developed especially for decorating transparent polycarbonate bodies used in R/C car modeling. Each can contains 100ml (3oz) of paint, which is the appropriate amount for finishing one 1/10 scale model.
Painting polycarbonate bodies is done from the inside of the body shell as opposed to the outside of a traditional plastic model. When spraying body from the inside, keep the can about 30cm from the surface. After curing apply another coat as necessary. These paints are impervious to oil and fuels, so they can be safely used on gas-powered R/C bodies.
Warning: Never use these paints on plastic models.
NOTE: A layer of PS-5 Black should be applied after iridescent paint for better visual effect.
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WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including Di(2-ethylhexyl)phthalate (DEHP), which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov Details...Reviews4.7 · 7 reviews
I applied this yesterday and it looks great the color is spot on and does as described! Keep in mind if you purchase this paint you will also need black backing paint in order to make it pop.
The most beautiful paint ever of any paint ever. The way it flips between a deep purple and british racing green is brilliant. Back it with PS-5 Black paint for full effect. I'm stuck painting all my bodies this color because it's too perfect.
This paint goes on almost clear. Black paint is needed to TOP COAT . Do Not use ANY !!! WHITE, OR Silver over this JUST Black !
I really like the color. Need to play around with how many coats to put on to see how the effect changes but overall I am happy with it. I painted 1 light coat of Lame flake, 5 light/medium coats of this, then 4-5 coats of metallic black. This iridescent paint goes on clear and doesn't show its true color until you back it with black. Wondering if flat black will make the color pop more or not.
This paint looks so good, purple in bright light and green in low light. It is easy to use just follow the directions and make sure it dries between coats and before top coat.
Reviewers consistently describe the Tamiya PS-46 Purple/Green Iridescent Lexan paint as striking, shifting between purple in bright light and green in low light. Most reviewers note that the colour only fully appears after a black backing or top coat, typically PS-5 Black, and some say it looks almost clear when first applied. Several advise allowing coats to dry fully before adding the black layer. One reviewer warns against using white or silver over it. Reviewers differ on the ideal number of coats and whether flat black enhances the effect. Overall ratings are very high, with one 3-star review focused on the backing requirement.
- + Colour shifts between purple and green
- + Vivid, striking appearance once backed
- + Easy to apply following instructions
- − Looks nearly clear until black backing applied
- − Requires separate black backing paint
- − White or silver over top may spoil effect